Intentions Phase

A command style where the player must issue commands to all their units at the same time, usually at the start of a combat round. Units then execute the commands during another phase of the round, possibly in some unknown order. Contrast to immediate action.

Name comes from the 1981 D&D Basic Editon, which used the term. DnD 1981 basic? BX https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uKuI-O2WMDQ

Games using this mechanic

• Another Eden
• Bard's Tale (1-3)
• Eamon
• SteamWorld Quest: Hand of Gilgamech
• Wizardry 8