Shadows of Ravenloft: Expedition to the Barovian Peaks
Summary:
A power from beyond the stars threatens Barovia. Ever wanted to play as a paladin with a plasma rifle? If so, this is the adventure for you.
Description:
Strahd is Dead... but now a greater threat lingers. From a mysterious cave high in the Barovian Peaks, they come: strange and savage creatures, metal constructs powered by unseen forces, and other horrors ravage the land. It’s up to our heroes to stop the tide of monstrous raiders, and discover the mystery of the peaks.
The enigmatic Obsidian Shadow hires the Unseen Hand to retrieve a powerful relic from the treacherous depths of the Inverted Spire in dark and decaying Duskwall.
Description:
In the dark and twisted city of Duskwall, a mysterious structure has emerged from the depths of the Void Sea—a colossal upside-down pyramid, known as the Inverted Spire. The Spire has become a source of both fascination and dread among the inhabitants of the city, drawing the attention of factions, cults, and desperate individuals seeking power, secrets, or an escape from their bleak lives. A benefactor, known only as "Obsidian Shadow”, has sent you a unique opportunity: retrieve a coveted relic hidden within the depths of the Inverted Spire. The relic, a mystical artifact rumored to grant great power, is said to lie in the heart of the Spire, guarded by ancient traps, spectral guardians, and otherworldly creatures. As you delve into the depths of the Inverted Spire, you'll face countless challenges and make critical decisions.
The enigmatic Obsidian Shadow hires the Unseen Hand to retrieve a powerful relic from the treacherous depths of the Inverted Spire in dark and decaying Duskwall.
Description:
In the dark and twisted city of Duskwall, a mysterious structure has emerged from the depths of the Void Sea—a colossal upside-down pyramid, known as the Inverted Spire. The Spire has become a source of both fascination and dread among the inhabitants of the city, drawing the attention of factions, cults, and desperate individuals seeking power, secrets, or an escape from their bleak lives. A benefactor, known only as "Obsidian Shadow”, has sent you a unique opportunity: retrieve a coveted relic hidden within the depths of the Inverted Spire. The relic, a mystical artifact rumored to grant great power, is said to lie in the heart of the Spire, guarded by ancient traps, spectral guardians, and otherworldly creatures. As you delve into the depths of the Inverted Spire, you'll face countless challenges and make critical decisions.
A competitive card-driven game of role-playing combat in a fantasy dungeon.
Description:
A competitive Hybrid Collectible Card Game for two to three players, set in a fantasy world where a portal brings together different ages, technologies, items, magic, and species in a fierce battle for riches and glory! Each player takes control of a hero, each with their own agendas, to hunt monsters and battle other player’s heroes. If a player plays their cards well, their hero will gain experience and gold, empowering their own abilities and earn more of the powerful Shadow Stones. Whoever earns the most Stones wins!
A competitive card-driven game of role-playing combat in a fantasy dungeon.
Description:
A competitive Hybrid Collectible Card Game for two to three players, set in a fantasy world where a portal brings together different ages, technologies, items, magic, and species in a fierce battle for riches and glory! Each player takes control of a hero, each with their own agendas, to hunt monsters and battle other player’s heroes. If a player plays their cards well, their hero will gain experience and gold, empowering their own abilities and earn more of the powerful Shadow Stones. Whoever earns the most Stones wins!
A Dice placement, card placement, resource management and engine building board game filled with deadly strategies, where you'll grow your own kingdom with countless possibilities.
Description:
Build your very own kingdom with various building & character cards. Utilize creative tactics to take the lead with highly dynamic game play. Dive into the world of Shaolia through fantastic artwork and storylines. There are two ways to win in Shaolia. You can either deal 12 damage to your opponent’s palace and destroy it, or you can achieve 18 culture score.
A Dice placement, card placement, resource management and engine building board game filled with deadly strategies, where you'll grow your own kingdom with countless possibilities.
Description:
Build your very own kingdom with various building & character cards. Utilize creative tactics to take the lead with highly dynamic game play. Dive into the world of Shaolia through fantastic artwork and storylines. There are two ways to win in Shaolia. You can either deal 12 damage to your opponent’s palace and destroy it, or you can achieve 18 culture score.
A Dice placement, card placement, resource management and engine building board game filled with deadly strategies, where you'll grow your own kingdom with countless possibilities.
Description:
Build your very own kingdom with various building & character cards. Utilize creative tactics to take the lead with highly dynamic game play. Dive into the world of Shaolia through fantastic artwork and storylines. There are two ways to win in Shaolia. You can either deal 12 damage to your opponent’s palace and destroy it, or you can achieve 18 culture score.
A Dice placement, card placement, resource management and engine building board game filled with deadly strategies, where you'll grow your own kingdom with countless possibilities.
Description:
Build your very own kingdom with various building & character cards. Utilize creative tactics to take the lead with highly dynamic game play. Dive into the world of Shaolia through fantastic artwork and storylines. There are two ways to win in Shaolia. You can either deal 12 damage to your opponent’s palace and destroy it, or you can achieve 18 culture score.
Shaping GM Experience Into a Career in Narrative Design
Summary:
Experienced GMs discuss how GM skills can be applied to a career in narrative design and/or gamewriting.
Description:
Playing RPGs as a GM provides a deep understanding of player agency—foundational to the success of any game (whether it has a story or not)—and gives GMs inventive ways to facilitate that agency. This rich and unique experience develops not just writing and worldbuilding, but also adaptation, the ability to understand character needs, and the appreciation of the important relationship between mechanics and story. Join our panel of experienced GMs as they discuss how these skills can be applied to a career in narrative design and/or writing for games. Panelists: Brandon Crilly (moderator), Alexander Bevier, Richard Dansky, Ed Greenwood. Track: GCWS Game Narrative.