Reviews of tabletop RPG stuff I’ve actually used in my games. Your mileage may vary.

  • Gods of the Forbidden North, Vol. 1 (OSE Adapted for Shadowdark) – Pulp Hammock Press – Part 1

    Gods of the Forbidden North, Vol. 1 (OSE Adapted for Shadowdark) – Pulp Hammock Press – Part 1

    The author reviews “Forbidden North,” highlighting its extensive details and variety of encounters. Though adaptable to campaigns, the writing lacks clarity and organization, making it challenging for GMs. While Book 1 offers useful content, subsequent books fall short. Overall, “Forbidden North” shows potential but suffers from excessive details.

  • Shadowdark – 05/30/2025 Shipwreckers – Geeks & Games

    Shadowdark – 05/30/2025 Shipwreckers – Geeks & Games

    The adventure starts with a prophetic dream of an elven woman warning about Nathair’s quest for a key to the Black Tomb. The party, after organizing in Vishrun, faces various challenges including deadly encounters and meeting unique characters like a ghost knight. Ultimately, they arrange a wedding with a nymph and receive magical rewards.

  • Shadowdark – 05/23/2025 Shipwreckers – Geeks & Games

    Shadowdark – 05/23/2025 Shipwreckers – Geeks & Games

    The party arrives in Vishrun to assist Bella Deckland with intruders in her family vault, facing orcs and daemonic creatures. They solve a puzzle to access the vault, battle flaming skeletons, and negotiate with sorceress Celendra. Ultimately, they leave with treasure, but Bella is frustrated by her sister’s escape.

  • Shadowdark – 05/22/2025 G.A.G.- Online

    Shadowdark – 05/22/2025 G.A.G.- Online

    The General Adventuring Guild sets sail to explore a haunted barrow on a remote icy island. They face challenges including dog-sized fungal creatures and awaken skeletal warriors in the burial chamber. After a harrowing escape, the party returns to Skaal to sell their loot and celebrate their survival, despite losing some wealth.

  • Shadowdark – 05/16/2025 Shipwreckers – Geeks & Games

    Shadowdark – 05/16/2025 Shipwreckers – Geeks & Games

    After a battle with Nathair, the party regrouped in Skaal, gained new members, and set sail to investigate Fiadh’s Rest. Facing a merrow and deadly trials in Fiadh’s Tower, they defeated a cursed skull. Gaining power, allies, and rewards, they pledged to find Nathair and sail for Vishrun.

  • Shadowdark Session Recap: 05/10/2025 – Eugene

    Shadowdark Session Recap: 05/10/2025 – Eugene

    The party prepared for their adventure into the orcish stronghold of Khardruz, securing supplies and discussing past experiences. They embarked on a journey to Fiadh’s Rest, encountering ghostly wisps and discovering magical items in an alabaster tower. Their exploration culminated in a confrontation with an elven woman and Fiadh’s cursed skull.

  • Shadowdark – 05/09/2025 Shipwreckers – Geeks & Games

    Shadowdark – 05/09/2025 Shipwreckers – Geeks & Games

    In Skaalberg, adventurers faced undead remnants of the Skull Lord while exploring Fiadh’s Tower on a misty isle. After battles with skeletons and discovering Súigh’s true nature, they confronted Nathair, ultimately defeating him. The adventure concluded tragically as Richard, cursed by Nathair’s armor, transformed into his foe and fled.

  • Shadowdark Session Recap: 05/02/2025 – Geeks & Games

    Shadowdark Session Recap: 05/02/2025 – Geeks & Games

    Captain Tybold Kleinmarke’s crew encounters a false lighthouse that lures ships to destruction. After defeating thieves, they form the guild “Shipwreckers” in Skaalberg, a city with anti-magic laws. Their adventures lead them to Fiadh’s Tower, where they meet magical beings and face challenges, including a sorceress’s binding.

  • Wreckers (D&D 5E AL Adapted to Shadowdark for Forbidden North)

    Wreckers (D&D 5E AL Adapted to Shadowdark for Forbidden North)

    The author describes running “Wreckers” by William Beers as an introduction to a Shadowdark campaign in Daj Kodan, showcasing its adaptability for open tables. The adventure involved cultists and a sea monster, leading to an ambush that gave players a smuggling sloop. While requiring some adjustments, it emphasized action over narrative.

  • Shadowdark Session Recap: 04/25/2025 – Geeks & Games

    Shadowdark Session Recap: 04/25/2025 – Geeks & Games

    The party’s journey to Skaal aboard Captain Tybal’s ship ends abruptly when they’re lured by a false beacon, leading to a crash. They defeat hostile cultists, uncover a smuggling operation, and rescue captured sailors. Ultimately, they capture a pirate vessel, gaining resources and allies to continue their adventure.

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