Doomed City

A Terror and Mystery RPG Adventure for Game Masters

Doomed City can be played as a continuation of our Cursed Valley roleplaying adventure, or as a standalone adventure. It can also be part of the start of a larger role campaign, which continues in The Return of the Witch King.

Synopsis

Adventurers follow the trail of an ancient evil that has begun to rise again. Having unraveled the dark secrets of the Cursed Valley, the heroes discover a terrifying connection through ancient documents: The clues point to the lost city of Zalvethar. As they investigate the remains of this place, the adventurers discover that Zalvethar is not entirely gone: it has endured through the centuries and is now known as Salvar.

In Salvar, the heroes face dark secrets, underground crypts, and a mysterious necromantic cult seeking to master the forbidden art of raising the dead. The city is built on a dangerous web of arcane rituals, and beneath its surface, ancient powers are being awakened by unknown forces. By unraveling the city's mysteries, the adventurers must stop the necromancer before he can complete his ritual and unleash a nightmare that could extend far beyond the boundaries of Salvar.An adventure full of horror, mystery and dark magic, where the adventurers' decisions will alter not only their destiny, but that of the entire region.

This role playing adventure challenges game masters to guide their players through dangerous, dark and fascinating scenarios. Perfect for any RPG system, it is an immersive role playing adventure where every choice matters.

Release Date: Summer 2025, Crowdfunding Campaign.

Technical Features: Detailed information below on this page.

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Summary of this Rol Playing Adventure:

The Mysterious Settlement of Salvar

The city, as the adventurers surmise, is the site of horrific rituals aimed at undermining the established order and ushering in a new and dreadful reign, one powered by an army of undead.

Influence on the Population: The city, while seemingly peaceful, hides dark secrets. Many of its inhabitants are unaware of the true nature of the crimes committed beneath the surface, while others are complicit or ignorant.
Surface Evidence: As the adventurers explore Salvar, they begin to uncover disturbing signs, such as arcane symbols on key buildings, rumors of disappearances, or strange apparitions at night.
The Ritual’s Goal: The ritual the necromancer seeks to complete has an apocalyptic purpose, to grant eternal power to a necromantic force that will consume the entire region. To achieve this, he requires rare components, human sacrifices, and the awakening of legions of the dead.

The Connection to the Past

The Ancient City of Zalvethar: The echoes of Zalvethar, the ancient city mentioned in the necromancer’s documents, remain central. As the adventurers investigate ruins and ancient texts about this place, they find key clues regarding the origin of the magic the necromancer employs, as well as his own fate and the possible confrontation with the creature that desires to rule the land.
The Remnants of the War: The battles fought in the past for control of the border passes directly influence the story. Some artifact or residual power might be linked to the necromancer’s rise.

The Necromancer’s Allies

Servants and Accomplices: The necromancer has followers ranging from corrupt merchants and nobles seeking power to criminal gangs who aid him in his sinister purposes. These allies can be revealed throughout the role playing adventure, serving as traps and as forces to be defeated.
Infiltration of the Inner Circle: The group uncover that the necromancer’s followers are infiltrating power structures within Salvar, with key figures that could become enemies, traitors, or informants.

The Race Against Time

Time against: The necromancer is progressing with his ritual in such a way that the adventurers have a limited time to intervene before his power grows too strong to stop. Time is a constant enemy as they explore the city and its surroundings, searching for clues and ways to stop the ongoing ritual.
The Cycle of the Moon: An astrological event, such as an eclipse and the alignment of certain stars, may be crucial for the necromantic ritual to be completed. The adventurers must uncover when and how to carry out their mission within a calendar that offers no leniency.

The Gradual Destruction of the City

The Evil Spreads: As the ritual progresses, Salvar becomes increasingly affected by darkness. Shadows grow, the dead rise, the living fall under the necromancer’s influence, and the city crumbles little by little. This growing atmosphere of despair can serve as an incentive for the adventurers to work quickly and begin fighting to free the citizens or encourage their escape.
Contrasting the Decay: A conflict could emerge within the adventurers, as some feel that saving the city and its inhabitants may not be possible. But is letting everything fall apart an acceptable sacrifice to scape the evil?

Extend your Adventure
You can easily expand your campaign with our pre-made role playing adventures, seamlessly linked to Doomed City or playable as standalone experiences:

The Return of the Witch King: A longer, immersive role playing campaign focused on an epic battle for control of the kingdom, blending mystery, horror, and high-stakes drama.
Synopsis: A dark sorcerer of supreme power, defeated and vanished centuries ago, is the one behind the sinister rituals scattered throughout the mountain valley. It seems he has gathered a terrible coven of dark wizards to aid him in his nefarious plans to overthrow the king.
Treacherous factions, epic battles, and catacombs filled with horrific surprises await. Don't miss this epic finale, which only a heroic group of adventurers can prevent!

Whether you’re running a one-shot role playing adventure or planning a campaign, our adventures ensure a rich and game master friendly experience for any RPG system. Designed with simplicity in mind, these modules are easy to connect, making them perfect for game masters of all experience levels.

Tecnical Features

Recommended number of players (including Game Master): 4-5 (flexible for 2–6 players)
Game System: Our role-playing adventures and campaigns are fully adaptable to any RPG system, providing a seamless experience for Game Masters across various fantasy RPG frameworks. Designed with flexibility in mind, each role playing adventure offers multiple solutions, challenges, and skill opportunities for players. The Game Master has the flexibility to easily tailor the approach, ensuring effortless integration with their preferred RPG system, allowing for quick adaptation and smooth gameplay.
Adventure Length: 1-5 RPG game sessions (4h per session). Our role playing adventures offer a range of options that both Game Masters can choose to explore. Whether you prefer a one shot single-session adventure or wish to delve deeper into the rich storylines and scenarios offered, you can easily extend the adventure to span up to 5 game sessions (Not taking into account the possibility of expanding the plot with our linked adventures, which would expand the story even further).