Category: TTRPG Reviews
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Lamentations of the Flame Princess (LotFP) Stands Out in RPGs
Lamentations of the Flame Princess (LotFP) is a unique tabletop RPG blending cosmic horror and moral ambiguity within a grim survival framework. It revolutionizes old-school mechanics, emphasizing resourcefulness and creative problem-solving. Players navigate a treacherous world where magic poses risks, and exploration yields experience through treasure, maintaining a tense atmosphere steeped in unpredictability. Read more…
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Moldvay Basic D&D: A Beginner’s Guide to Old-School RPGs
Moldvay Basic D&D, published in 1981, revolutionized tabletop RPGs by offering a streamlined, accessible system focusing on exploration and creativity. It serves as an effective introduction for new players while maintaining depth for veterans. The game prioritizes treasure acquisition for experience points, emphasizing clever play over combat. Overall, it encapsulates the essence of classic D&D adventuring. Read more…
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Cursed Scroll 3: Midnight Sun – A Shadowdark RPG
Cursed Scroll 3: Midnight Sun enriches the Shadowdark RPG zine series with its dynamic exploration of the icy Isles of Andrik, blending innovative mechanics and Viking-inspired themes. Introducing new classes, compelling adventures, and a sandbox-style hex crawl, it offers players immersive storytelling and strategic gameplay, making it essential for RPG enthusiasts. Read more…
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Cursed Scroll 2 – Red Sands: Shadowdark RPG Review
Cursed Scroll 2: Red Sands introduces a perilous desert setting called The Djurum in the Shadowdark RPG universe. This zine expands gameplay with new character classes, weapons, and survival mechanics, including pit fights and environmental challenges. The adventure “Fortress of the Burning Brothers” offers a complex narrative, emphasizing survival and moral dilemmas in a harsh environment. Read more…
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Cursed Scroll 1 – Diablerie: A Shadowdark RPG Review
“Cursed Scroll 1: Diablerie” enhances the Shadowdark RPG with new character classes, spells, and an immersive setting, The Gloaming, exploring themes of dark magic and moral ambiguity. Designed for rich role-playing, it challenges players to confront corruption and navigate complex choices. This zine is essential for enriching campaigns in the Shadowdark universe. Read more…
