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Vaesen Nordic Horror Roleplaying

Nov 6, 2023
'Vaesen Nordic Horror Roleplaying' is a dark and atmospheric tabletop roleplaying game set in the late 19th century. Players become investigators solving mysteries involving dangerous creatures called vaesen. The hosts discuss the game's mechanics, character classes, attributes, skills, and unique creatures like the nessay and mischievous gnome. They also mention the opportunity to join the Society and share their podcast and social media links.
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Quick takeaways

  • Vaesen is a Nordic horror roleplaying game set in the late 19th century that combines historical and mythical elements.
  • Players in Vaesen take on the roles of investigators with the ability to see invisible creatures known as vaesen and must navigate a world filled with supernatural beings while protecting humanity.

Deep dives

Introduction to Tabletop Role-Playing Games

In this podcast episode, Rachie introduces her sister Beth to the world of tabletop role-playing games, specifically focusing on the game Vessen. Vessen is a Nordic horror role-playing game that takes place in a dark, gothic setting based on Scandinavian folklore. The game is published by Free League Publishing and is written by Niles Hynnz. It uses the Year Zero Engine, making it easy to learn and play. The episode highlights the unique setting of Vessen, where the myths of Scandinavia come to life and the characters must navigate a world filled with trolls, ghosts, and other supernatural creatures.

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