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Shadowdark RPG – The Gloaming Session Zero

Aug 25, 2023

The speaker prepares for their Shadow Dark RPG campaign and discusses the campaign setting of 'The Gloaming'. They delve into the setting and motivations of the Shadowdark RPG game, as well as a specific scenario involving the recovery of a hostage from the Redthorn Bandits. They explore the tower layout, discuss encounters and obstacles, and express anticipation for the session zero of the Shadowdark RPG.

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Understanding the Shadow Dark RPG system before making any changes is crucial for a successful campaign.

Choosing a campaign setting with a clear one-pager and well-defined guidelines helps set the tone and expectations for players.

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In this podcast episode, the host prepares for a session zero of the Shadow Dark role-playing game titled The Gloaming. The session zero involves character creation, discussing the campaign, and exploring the rules of Shadow Dark. The host emphasizes the importance of understanding the Shadow Dark RPG system before making any changes or house rules. The campaign setting chosen is Cursed Scroll Number One, which focuses on a dark forest filled with witches, demons, cultists, and evil magic. The host discusses the importance of creating a clear one-pager for the campaign and outlines the campaign guidelines for players. The episode concludes with the host setting up a new campaign notebook, reviewing the outline for the session zero, and preparing for a short adventure to introduce the players to the system and the world of Shadow Dark.