Long Night of the Axis: A Horror Noir Campaign
Savage Worlds | Campaign
$25.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Sunday - 3:00 AM (UTC)
Dec 15 / Session 7
2.5-3 Hour duration
3 / 6 Seats filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+
About the adventure
Welcome to Long Night of the Axis, a thrilling role-playing campaign set against the backdrop of the tumultuous 1940s. As FBI agents in a world gripped by the chaos of World War II, your characters are tasked not only with upholding the law but also uncovering and combating supernatural threats lurking in the shadows of society. From the bustling streets of New York City to the foggy alleys of London, you will navigate a world where every corner holds secrets, and every case could unravel a conspiracy threatening the very fabric of civilization. The Setting It is the year 1943, and the world is engulfed in a conflict unlike any other in history. The Axis powers—led by Nazi Germany and Imperial Japan—threaten to reshape the globe in their image, while Allied forces rally in defense of democracy and freedom. Amidst this chaos, the United States stands as a bastion of hope and industry, but even here, the war's reach is keenly felt. Cities buzz with activity as war production booms, drawing in people from all walks of life, yet beneath the veneer of patriotism and progress lies a darker reality. In the shadows of these cities, crime syndicates flourish, exploiting the war effort for profit while law enforcement struggles to maintain order. However, not all threats are mundane. Whispers abound of occult rituals, ancient artifacts surfacing in unexpected places, and rumors of supernatural beings preying on the innocent. As FBI agents, your duty is clear: protect the nation from both conventional and paranormal threats, no matter the cost. The Campaign Long Night of the Axis begins in the heart of Washington, D.C., where your team of FBI agents is assembled under the directive of Assistant Director J. Edgar Hoover himself. Each agent brings a unique skill set to the table—whether a crack shot, a master of disguise, or a seasoned investigator—and together, you form an elite unit tasked with investigating cases that defy conventional explanation. Your first assignment is straightforward—or so it seems. A series of high-profile murders in the capital has the public on edge, and rumors of a cult invoking dark powers circulate among the city's elite. As you delve deeper into the investigation, however, you uncover a web of corruption that stretches from the darkest corners of the city to the highest offices to the land. Suspicions grow that these crimes may be connected to a larger, more sinister plot—one that could have far-reaching implications for the war effort itself. But it's not just domestic threats that occupy your time. Across the Atlantic, reports filter in of Nazi operatives dabbling in the occult, seeking supernatural artifacts to turn the tide of war in their favor.As tensions escalate and the war intensifies, your team may find themselves not only battling human adversaries but also confronting creatures of legend and nightmare.
This is a bespoke campaign you won’t find anywhere else that was written specifically to give players an exciting and surprising experience where none of the players have to worry about using meta-knowledge they accidentally got from somewhere else. 🌱—Beginner friendly: you don't need to know any of the rules to this game to show up and have a blast role playing on your very first night. You will learn to play the very best way, by playing and having fun. 🕵️—Lots of Mystery: if you like mystery and feel there isn't enough thinking in most RPGs, you'll be happily surprised by this game. 👻—Frightening Situations: Explore the paranormal activities! 🏅—Punch a Nazi: This is WWII mystery adventure and it isn't a party until you've punched a Nazi. 🏆—In-game Achievements: Celebrate your in-game milestones with fun personal and group achievements. 🧑🤝🧑—Inclusive: this game is fun for all people regardless of gender, ethnicity, or orientation. 🏋🏽—Growing Challenges: The game starts out simple and totally accessible to new players, but as you and your character gain experience you'll find yourself as challenged as your character is as you'll need to master new techniques and strategies to keep up with evolving threats in the late game.
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3 years on StartPlaying
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Highly rated for: Knows the Rules, Teacher, Creativity
Average response time: 8 hours
Response rate: 100%
Additional details
How to prepare
You will need either a PC or Mac-compatible PC with broadband internet access and electricity to play in this game; a mouse with left and right buttons, as well as a third button and mouse wheel is optimal for online use of Foundry VTT. You will need a Discord account to access the game chat. The Foundry VTT runs on a modern web browser, so there is nothing to install if you have a browser on your computer. If you have an older computer, you might consider using the Foundry Lightweight Client, which is a free lightweight web browser that gives you the most bang for your machine's capabilities. You can get it for free here: https://flc.ruleplaying.com/ If you intend to speak in the voice channel on Discord, you should have a headset with a microphone. *You will be required to set up a push-to-talk button*; you are, however, free to communicate to the group using text only in Discord, but you will then need speakers to hear their chat and the game sounds. Special text-only sessions are available for the deaf and hard of hearing. Don't hesitate to get in touch with me if you'd like to schedule one. Bringing a friend or two would help ensure we don't need to recruit additional players. While text-only is actually my preferred method of play, it does seem difficult to organize those games. Instructions for setting up the push-to-talk button and installing all the needed software are available on my Discord channel (#getting-started), to which you will be supplied a link when you join. You could read the quick start rules to Savage Worlds Adventurers Edition (SWADE) if you like, but, the system is quick and intuitive, so you’ll have the opportunity to learn through playing the game if you like that better than reading books.
What I provide
I bring the sounds, rules, VTT, and the adventure. You bring yourself and a willingness to have an awesome time.
Gameplay details
This game will play like a noir horror movie, there will be violence, danger, and exploration of adult themes, but none to a degree that would make a person who consumes such entertainment regularly uncomfortable. Please re-read the content warnings as those topics will appear in the campaign at one time or another and if any of them are a red-line for you, this campaign is probably not a good fit. No harassment, abuse, or debasement of other players will be permitted. Players who feel like causing emotional harm to their fellows is part of the fun will not be tolerated and will be ejected from the game.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Debriefing
• Open Door
• Session 0
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
We will create player characters together during the campaign's session zero so we can all be on the same page about what type of campaign the group wants, and how those characters can best support each other for an interesting story. Players joining after Session 0 can create characters through consultation with the GM outside of normal game time.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
Medium
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Foundry VTT
• Discord