Shades of Blood | Learn to Play | Vampire Dungeon Crawl
Pathfinder 2e | Campaign
About the adventure
Recruited as research assistants in anticipation of a rare celestial event, the your group arrives on a remote island in the remnants of Azlant. While there, a column of shadow erupts from the sea and washes across the sky dimming the sun and unleashing shadowy monsters. Investigating the dangerous anomaly, the group discover a ruined Azlanti prison inhabited by vampires and learn that the column of shadow was only a test run for an ancient vampire planning to use Azlanti magical technology to blot out the sky, shielding the dangers of the sun so they can escape their island prison and reunite with their lover from the times before Earthfall. 🩸Battle against vampire, bats, shades, and other creatures of the night! ⛪Interact with the locals of Talmador's Bounty, a small island settlement in the ruins of a long-forgotten nation! 🏰Delve through an ancient prison meant to be forgotten by time and awakened by ancient evils. ⚔️New to Pathfinder Second Edition? No Problem! This is a perfect adventure to learn how to play.
Game style
Dungeon Crawl
A “Dungeon Crawl” is a scenario where players navigate a dungeon or labyrinth-like environment for the entirety of the adventure. It emphasizes battling monsters, collecting loot, and avoiding traps to survive to the end!
Variant Rules: Free Archetype Ancestral Paragon Gradual Ability Boost
5.0
(13)
2 years on StartPlaying
148 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Knows the Rules, Storytelling
Game Master Reviews (13)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Knows the Rules
Storytelling
BristerXD
Played 37 sessions
He's incredible if you've never played pathfinder. I came in with no knowledge of the game and he taught me a lot. He has a deep knowledge of the game and is great at running them. Cool person to hang out with in general.
Samuela
Played 12 sessions
In a current campaign with him, he's an amazing storyteller and was sooooo (and is still) patient with me when we do combat and I have questions in the middle of a fight. Super receptive and appeals to everyone's needs well.
Lee
Played 47 sessions
Ryan always brings his A-game to every session. He knows the Pathfinder 2nd edition rules inside and out, and is willing to help explain and give out advice if needed. He also has incredible mastery of Foundry VTT helping to ensure the game runs smoothly with automations that helps everyone focus on the story or combat at hand. If you're looking to play Pathfinder 2e with someone who adheres to the system rules while still being flexible enough for player creativity you should book a game with Ryan!
Jim
Played 14 sessions
The first DM I had after college Ryan was always quick with the rules, always open to rule of cool, and ran a fun game with lots of chances for role playing. I cannot recommend him highly enough for anyone who wants a fun adventure in the pathfinder universe
Austin
Played 4 sessions
Gives great descriptions, distinct voices for characters, and create a exciting environment for the play of the game.
LunarPierce
Played 19 sessions
Great DM, very helpful and always willing to make the game better. Constantly looking up mods to improve the experience. Makes suggestions for builds and strategies. And very likable as well.
Additional details
How to prepare
Read the players guide at https://downloads.paizo.com/ShadesOfBlood_PlayersGuide.pdf and have a couple of ideas of characters you'd like to play. I prefer that my players use the backgrounds provided in the player's guide but am always open to discussing how to make any of the other backgrounds work by adding an adventure hook. If you would like to take Uncommon and Rare selections please reach out to me first to discuss. I almost always allow them but we will come up with a story reason for it. Join the Discord by reaching out to me at CaptNobody#7653
What I provide
All Pathfinder 2nd Edition Rulebook PDFs Great Music Foundry VTT Knowledge Silly (bad?) voices for NPCs!
Gameplay details
We will go over Lines and Veils session 0 to discuss any topics that you'd like to avoid. We can either avoid some topics all together or "fade to black" and have the topic happen "off screen." There is also digital X,N,O cards on foundry that will anonymously let me know if you are feeling uncomfortable about current content and what you would like to happen. Also my DM's are open at any time to discuss any concerns or help you might need to talk about.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Breaks
• Debriefing
• Lines and Veils
• Luxton Technique
• Open Door
• Session 0
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
This is a level 1-10 adventure and we will be starting at Level 1. We will also be using the free archetype variant rule, ancestry paragon, and gradual ability boost. We will be starting with a session 0 where we will go over characters, lines and veils, and group dynamics. I very much believe that for the group to have fun they must have a balanced party and I do my best to ensure that happens.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
High
Roleplay
Medium
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Foundry VTT
$20.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Wednesday - 11:00 PM UTC
3-3.5 Hour duration
0 / 5 Seats filled
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: All Ages