We're excited to introduce a new event system that will add depth and realism to your role as a U.S. Senator. This system will create a more immersive experience by connecting you with your home state, presenting unique challenges, and adding personal elements to your character's story.
Home State Events
Every quarter, there's a chance that a significant event will occur in your home state, requiring your attention and action. These events are generated randomly based on your state's characteristics.
Event Types:
- Natural Disasters (e.g., hurricanes, wildfires, floods)
- Economic Crises (e.g., major employer leaving, industry downturns)
- Social Issues (e.g., protests, cultural celebrations)
- Infrastructure Problems (e.g., bridge collapses, water contamination)
Your response to these events will affect your approval rating in your home state. You'll need to choose how to allocate resources, make public statements, or propose legislation in response.
State-Specific Challenges
Each state has unique ongoing issues that you'll need to address throughout your term. These challenges are based on your state's geography, economy, and demographics.
Examples:
- California: Ongoing drought and water management issues
- Michigan: Revitalizing the manufacturing sector
- Florida: Climate change and rising sea levels
- West Virginia: Transitioning from coal-dependent economy
You'll receive regular updates on these issues and will need to take action through proposing legislation, securing federal funding, or working with state officials.
Personal and Family Events
To add more depth to your character, you'll occasionally face personal or family events that can impact your political career.
Event Categories:
- Family: Illnesses, achievements, scandals
- Personal: Health issues, academic accomplishments, financial matters
- Career: Job offers, book deals, speaking engagements
These events may require you to make choices that affect your public image or even your stance on certain issues.
How It Works
At the start of each in-game quarter, the system will roll for possible events in each category. So a player list is inputted and anyone who rolls over a certain amount (say 15 on a 20 dice), will have an event triggered.
If an event occurs, you'll receive a notification with details and possible response options.
You'll have a limited time to respond to the event (usually 48 real-world hours).
Your choices will have consequences, affecting your approval ratings, relationships with other senators, and future events.
Balancing these various events with your national responsibilities is the key to success.
