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Three stalwart adventurers venture into a lost citadel determined to seek treasure and glory. But as they delve into the lost citadel, they risk meeting the dangerous scarlet minotaur! This is our first adventure using the Shadowdark RPG system. Enjoy! David as Yriel, elven fighter Chris as Zaldini, goblin fighter Dan as Elbin, Dwarf priest

What does a dracolich do? Anything it wants apparently. The heroes encounter a powerful dracolich, deal with the madness of the infernal legal and penal system, and Drow assassins! Even Waterdeep is descending into total chaos from the crisis. What can the heroes do to save the day? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

A sinister house in Prague hides many dark secrets. Delta Green sends Marcus Abrams and several other agents through a secret path under the Iron Curtain. They find a lair filled with abominations and occult power. Can they find its secrets and survive its dangers?

The heroes return to Waterdeep only to find the city is in a deep crisis. An invasion of orcs threatens everything, not to mention a spreading plague. The city's authorities seem more concerned with political intrigue and arresting their own foes than protecting the city. Can the heroes rally and fight back? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

The agents find the source of the unnatural evil but must race to stop infected scholars from broadcasting the evil across the world. Even if they succeed, they must deal with the heroin traffickers working with the necromancers. Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The trial in hell gets a surprise 'witness' in the form of a certain multi-head draconic deity! The heroes make a play to rescue their friend, but there's a terrible price to pay, even if they succeed. Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

A character company takes an eccentric CEO and his corporate team out to a remote island for a weekend of team-building exercises. Little do they know that the island is more occupied than they think and other dangers abound. This session was run by Blue Planet creator Jeff Barber!  Tom as Dancer Caleb as Mr. Lattimer Ross as Fish

The trail of the necromancer leads to Munich. The agents make contact with a local Delta Green handler who has his own problems. A local radio station might be a vector for the unnatural, so the agents must split their efforts between investigating the heroin network and this new danger. Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The heroes descend into the infernal realm to save Dia! They face a tense legal battle in the courtroom and intrigue outside of the court. The ultimate wildcard, Tiamat, threatens to upend everything. Can the heroes save Dia? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

The necromancer wants to buy a mummy and only the Delta Green agents can stop it! The deal is going down at the docks at midnight but the agents have a cunning plan to infiltrate the meeting. Once they get in, can they neutralize the Necromancer's lieutenant and ensure the mummy doesn't fall into the wrong hands? Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

A group of strangers meet at an abandoned theme park, haunted by nightmares plaguing them. The source of their nightmares is somewhere in the park and only they can stop it. But can they survive facing the unnatural evil cursing them? This is a playtest of my new action horror RPG, Labyrinth Signal. The beta PDF, which includes this adventure and everything you need to play, is now available on the RPPR Patreon.  If you are a podcaster, blogger, or RPG influencer going to Gencon this year and would like me to demo Labyrinth Signal for you, email me at r...

The battle continues! The heroes fight against hordes of zombies, acidic slime spiders, and a terrifying boss monster. Can the heroes survive and protect the city? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

The agents head to Beirut to check on a Delta Green informant. The informant has not sent in any intel in a while and Delta Green wants to remind him of his position. The agents soon discover a shady deal is happening soon involving a mummy and gold. The agents need to find out the location of the mummy and ensure it doesn't fall into the wrong hands! Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The heroes continue in their quest to win the city council over! Intrigue between factions intensifies, as the heroes wheel and deal. However, an explosive attack interrupts their plans. Can they survive? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

Back the new Mutants in the Now Kickstarter, The Pet Shop Blues now! The Pit Stops are back, on a mission to rescue some hostages held by a mysterious organization at an abandoned shopping mall. The organization is running a secret fighting ring. Can the heroes find the captives and win the Brawl at the Mall? This episode is run by Julian Kay, author of Mutants in the Now. Please check out his current Kickstarter for a Mutants in the Now supplement, The Pet Shop Blues! Ross as Cindy Barr, mutant raccoon Jason A as Lenny the Brain Leech, mutant...

The agents lay siege to the archaeological dig site! The Corsican mafia wants...something buried under the burial grounds and it is up to the agents to stop it. They recruit mercenaries and receive the aid of a mysterious ally but will it be enough? Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The heroes navigate Drow politics in their quest and find it can be treacherous than any monster or chasm in the Underdark. Can they bribe or recruit enough allies to win over the city council? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

The agents head to Turkey to investigate a link between an archaeological dig site and the Corsican heroin trafficking route. An archaeologist died under mysterious circumstances and Delta Green believes it is linked to the occult heroin traffickers. When they arrive, the agents realize the dig site holds dark secrets. Can the agents uncover them? Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The heroes continue their quest in the Underdark, hoping to reach the Drow city of Darileft before it's too late. A massive chasm blocks their way and magic can't be used to cross it. The heroes discover a more challenging path but can they survive it?   Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

The agents are still on a flight over the Pacific Ocean, trapped with cultists and smugglers. The plane has to land to refuel at Easter Island, giving the agents time to regroup and spy on their targets. Of course, the targets have their own plans... Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The heroes continue their quest in the Underdark, dealing with Myrkul, Flaming Fist mercenaries, minotaurs, and the gods know what else! The fate of the Realms may depend on the success of their mission... Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

The Cryptid content creators have found proof of the unnatural but they now want to become the first monster slaying content creator team! Even after finding a way to slay the monstrous Entity stalking the neighborhood, they'll need a good plan to fell the beast. Interfering with the infected residents seems like a good way to lure the Entity out. However, dealing with the residents presents its own dangers.. This scenario is available on the RPPR Patreon! It features: Cover art and Entity design by Trevor Henderson, creator of Sirenhead. Four new unnatural monsters statted out in %d100/Cthulhu Eternal fo...

A team of Delta Green agents try to stop a cult from performing a ritual. The Program has no idea what the ritual is meant to do, but they don't want to take any chances. The team finds out soon enough. Can they survive this deadly journey? Aaron as Quintin Dudgeon, federal agent Fae as Jocelyn Hey, special operator Noah as Jace Bomberger federal agent Bridget as Thomas Baker, anthropologist

A team of content creators who cover cryptids on social media receive the tip of a lifetime, a photo of a monstrous giant on a suburban street at night. It appears real, so they travel to the neighborhood where the photo was taken. The team quickly finds out there's far more than just the giant. Deformed animals stalk the neighborhood, while the residents of the street all appear to be unstable or in the throes of madness. An abandoned junkyard nearby has an infamous history. Learn the meaning of Darkfield as the team finds far more than just a story...

Delta Green has discovered that an occult artifact is being smuggled from Hong Kong to Los Angeles. They send the agents on an international flight to tail the smugglers and find the identity of the buyer. In 1968, a flight over the Pacific Ocean takes over 100 hours with multiple stops along the way. The agents will be trapped on a plane with dangerous smugglers and cultists. Can they avoid detection and complete the mission? Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The heroes head to the drow city of Darileft in an effort to save it from disaster, but the politics of drow houses are as deadly as any dracolich. Can they avert the catastrophe? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

The Corsican Mafia summit begins! The agents must find out what the mob is planning but infiltrating the hotel and getting away is easier said than done. Once they get the intel, they'll need to escape Saigon intact! Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The heroes have made some new friends, a group of small cat-like humanoids but they need to find them a new home! Waterdeep could be their new home, but can our heroes navigate the city's politics to get it done? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

Saigon is a hotbed of spies, insurgents, cultists, and gangsters. The agents discover that the Cthulhu cult works out of a site in a swamp outside the city. Fortunately, they have access to helicopters and armed backup. What horrors await them? Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The heroes explore a mysterious temple, guarded by powerful and strange monsters. They encounter a dragon with her own agenda. Is she a foe or ally and what should they tell the Council of Waterdeep about it? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

The agents head to Saigon to investigate the possible resurgence of a Cthulhu cult and a summit of heroin trafickers. Saigon is technically behind the frontlines, but between gangsters, cultists, and Viet Cong guerillas, it's as deadly as any battlefield. Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The group heads to Waterdeep to meet with an important drow. They also encounter agents of the Waterdeep council. The refugees need help as well but an abandoned temple needs to be investigated. What will they decide? Bridget as the GM – Check out Bridget’s Patreon! Lydia as Xastra Telarr, Paladin of Eilistraee Fae as Rushk: “Doctor” Rachel as Daelia n’Valsa, Albino Elf Warlock

A team of Delta Green agents are sent into Laos during the height of the Vietnam War to assassinate a warlord. They're accompanied by mysterious and deadly sniper who may be even more dangerous than the warlord's forces. The team quickly realizes the warlord has the backing of an unnatural vector. Can they survive this trial by fire? Caleb as Eli Munny, special forces Aaron as Gina Tan, CIA translator Tom as Marcus Abrams, ex-Army pilot Chris as David Nelson, FBI agent

The year is 1501 DR. The last hundred years have been an endless procession of apocalypse: The Time of Troubles. The Spellplague. The Wailing Years. The Great Rain. The Second Sundering. The Weave itself has nearly collapsed almost three times, held together only by the efforts of reckless archmages, tireless in the face of the cyclical death and rebirth of the goddess of magic. The rules of divinity have barely held stable over this hundred years of conflict, maintaining a tense peace, with the gods content to remain aloof from the material plane. At least for now, perhaps. For the mortals...

The U.S. Marine Corps recently captured a Viet Cong tunnel complex in Quang Tri province near the DMZ. It is believed that they removed something from that tunnel complex, not least because Corporal Paul Lewis, the unit photographer attached to Firebase Jonas, died from an “accidental firearm discharge” two days later. That was three days ago. Delta Green, a secret government agency dedicated to protecting the U.S. from the unnatural, sends in a team of agents to investigate and stop the outbreak. Aaron as Gina Lan, CIA translator Chris as David Nelson, FBI Agent Tom as Dr. Elliot Vann...

In the Kingdom of Christmas, the naughtiest of the naughty wind up in Santa's Black Site prison. Rudolph recruits some of these prisoners for special missions to reduce their sentence. They are the Coal Squad. Their latest mission is stop Mari Lwyd from destroying the kingdom! The Welsh spirit has become incredibly powerful and is drinking all of the booze. Without booze, the workers won't make enough presents in time for Christmas. Can the squad save the holiday? Aaron as Golco, deserter holiday spirit Tom as Gorfang, winter wolf Dan as Winterbolt, winter wizard Jason as Redcap, murderous fae

CYCLOPS, a secret paramilitary organization, has made contact with a hostile alien faction to trade humans for alien technology. A few hours ago, a large explosion was heard in the vicinity of Sky City. Xenowatch, a civilian-led militia dedicated to protecting humanity from hostile aliens, sends in a platoon of new recruits to save the townspeople and fight the aliens. This scenario is available as a PDF on the RPPR Patreon! It contains a map of Sky City, stats for the aliens, new rules for running a funnel adventure, and encounters! Join the RPPR Patreon to get it and more...

Weary travelers check into the Sleep Easy Inn, a 2.5 star hotel by the side of the highway. They wake up in an infinite labyrinth beyond imagination. As they search for a way out, they find horrific monsters and unearthly temptations. Can they escape? If you like this scenario, you can run it yourself! The Night Clerk is available in print and PDF through IPR and PDF only on DTRPG and Itch.io. Ethan and Greg are members of Technical Difficulties Gaming Podcast. Check it out more RPG actual plays! Ethan as Tanner McGrath Greg as Cedar Mallory Neil as Ellen...

An enclave near the Mississippi River needs a person smuggled across the border to perform a vital task. One group of Takers has to deal with hostile humans, the undead, and greed if they want to pull the job off. This is a playtest for the second edition of Red Markets, focusing on new combat mechanics. Enjoy! Caleb as the GM Ross as Smoke the Latent Maddy as Absentee the sniper Aaron as Control the techie David as McStuffins the medic

Along the shore the cloud waves break, The twin suns sink behind* the lake, The shadows lengthen In Carcosa. Adam Scott Glancy as the Keeper Ross as Private Eddie Howell Aaron as Chaplin Colin Erinmore Caleb as Private Paul Stokes Vee as Private Andy Miller