Monsters of Appalachia [LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and Women-Inclusive; Beginners Welcome!]

About the adventure

Inspired by the Old Gods of Appalachia podcast, and the horror comic book series Harrow County and Wytches… Terrifying creatures haunt the dark places of Appalachia. Old, rotten, twisted things, festering in the backwoods. Few outsiders have ever glimpsed these monstrosities, and fewer still have the skills to track them down. That’s where YOU come in. It’s your job to catalog, study, and hunt down these creatures, ensuring that humanity remains safe from their depredations. Join us and chase shapeshifters, cryptids, specters, and other dark beings across Appalachia with the help of your fellow players. But hurry… The sun is going down and the monsters are getting hungry… ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------

Additional Details

How to prepare

This game happens online, so players will need a mic, an internet connection, a Discord account, and a free Roll20 account; webcams are encouraged, but not required.

What I provide

I will provide the core book, the VTT, visual representations of NPCs and locations, maps, supplemental lore/source material when appropriate, and a scary story!

Gameplay details

We will go over lines and veils during Session 0, with each player having an opportunity to contribute lines/veils. We will also discuss the safety deck on Roll20 so that every player knows how to use those safety tools during the game. A few minutes after each game will be devoted to Debriefing.

Content warnings

(none)

Safety tools used

Aftercare
Lines and Veils
Session 0
X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

Players will create their characters together during Session 0, with the assistance of the Keeper. Players joining after Session 0 will create an appropriate character with the assistance of the Keeper and input from the group.

Players can expect

• Find a game to join solo or search for a professional game master for you and your friends/coworkers/family.
• Book your session and wait for the Game Master to approve you.
• If you don't have a blast with your first game, your next game is on us.