The Sutra of Pale Leaves 🏮 Explore Eldritch Horrors in Japan 👹
Dive into a neon-drenched 1980s Japan in this set of horror scenarios run by a Keeper who has lived in Japan and brings the setting to life!
$18.00
/ Session
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2 players following this game
Weekly / Tuesday - 1:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 3–3.5 hours
Campaign Length / 14–18 Sessions
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
🌆 The Sutra of Pale Leaves: Full Two-Volume Set (1980s Japan) A neon-drenched, reality-bending cosmic horror saga stretching from the high-tech streets of Tokyo to the darkest corners of Japanese folklore. The year is 1986. Japan is in the midst of the economic boom. The streets glow with neon, cash flows like water, Akihabara is exploding with early computer tech, and Tokyo's fashion districts are thriving. But beneath this glittering veneer of hyper-modern excess, an ancient text has resurfaced… The Sutra of Pale Leaves. A reality-hacking entity known as the Prince of Pale Leaves—a chilling, localized manifestation of the infamous King in Yellow—is spreading his influence through manga markets, experimental video games, and eerie cults. He promises a broken world, harmony, peace, and release. The cost? Your mind, your free will, and your soul. As ordinary people begin transforming into mindless drones, a countdown begins to prevent the twilight city of Carcosa from claiming Japan entirely. *** You will experience 6 different scenarios set in Japan during this time period. But Keeper_Chris, are these 6 stand-alone scenarios or is there something bigger tying them all together?? That's something only time will tell… because the Pale Prince isn't revealing his plan to you. At least, not until the time is right... *** 🗾 Why Choose My Table? - Local Expertise Meets True Horror Running a game in a foreign culture can easily feel superficial, but our table is different. I lived in Japan for over 10 years, and I bring that firsthand cultural knowledge directly to our sessions. • Authentic Atmosphere: Skip generic clichés. Experience the real nuances of Japanese daily life, social etiquette, corporate "salaryman" pressures, and linguistic subtext. • True Cultural Context: We'll weave real Japanese ghost stories, local Shinto/Buddhist traditions, urban legends, and societal tensions into the cosmic framework of the Mythos. • Immersive Roleplay: Expect realistic interactions with everyone from Akihabara tech geeks and Tokyo fashion designers to underbelly Yakuza enforcers. 📖 The Ultimate Experience We will be covering both Volume 1: Twin Suns Rising, as well as Volume 2: Carcosa Manifest. 📜 Game Details & What to Expect • Tone: Smart, stylish, deeply atmospheric, and psychological. A slow-burn mystery that builds into a full-scale, reality-shattering nightmare! • Beginner Friendly: No prior knowledge of 1980s Japan or Call of Cthulhu rules required! I provide ready-to-play investigators and walk you through every step. ⏳ The Stars Are Aligning... The neon lights of Tokyo are flickering, and the yellow signs are burning bright. Will you see through the illusion of "the bubble era," or will you read the text and become a puppet for the Prince? 👉 Secure your slot at the table now before the pale pages claim your seat.
Game style
Combat Lite
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Theater of the Mind
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
2 years on StartPlaying
22 games hosted
Highly rated for: Sets the Mood
Average response time: 8 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hi! Like many of you, I enjoy playing TTRPGs in my free time. Being a fan of the Cthulhu Mythos, my first experience with RPGs was as a player in Call of Cthulhu. I have since expanded into other genres of TTRPGs as well. Occasionally, I do enjoy just bashing enemies and being super powerful, but most of the time I prefer when characters are more human. I enjoy the story, atmosphere, and the dread of knowing something may be around the corner that can't be dealt with using brute force alone.
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Creating your character
We will create characters together during our $5 session 0. I will walk you through the steps, so don't worry! These scenarios assume that you are "regular" people. So there's no need to be a Scientist, Doctor, Police Detective or any other typical Call of Cthulhu type of character. I will also have pre-made character for you to choose from if you don't want to make your own.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
The only thing you will need is a Discord Account and a mic. Discord will be used for all the Audio (and video if you're using a webcam). Players will be expected to have their mic on during the session. Having your webcam on is preferrable, but it is NOT mandatory. If you don't want your webcam on, we will respect that. I will be running this game on Foundry VTT, but you do not need an account. I will send the link to join my game server via Discord. The link will open my Foundry game in a web browser.
What Keeper_Chris brings to the table
I will provide everything you need! Character sheets, dice, notes, maps, etc. will all be provided through Foundry VTT. Of course, I love to build the atmosphere and enhance my players' immersion in a number of ways. I use visuals (maps, images, reference, etc.) as well as audio (sound effects, and ambiance) and lots of description! I will also provide my first-hand knowledge of Japan and it's culture. But most importantly, I will provide the story and the excitement!
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How Keeper_Chris creates a safe table
These scenarios deal with horrific creatures, body horror, violence, madness, and even character death. HOWEVER, I do not describe any of these things in great detail. If at any time you are uncomfortable, please use the digital X, N, & O's. In addition to the above, we will also take a 5~10 minute break during the session. My discord will be open the whole time. Please feel free to message me at any time during the session or during the break with concerns.
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