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Rural Trading Post

Greetings Travelers!

Tucked just off the main road, this rustic outpost boasts a mercantile and welcoming lodging for those in need. Here, gold and silver, goods and wares exchange hands, as traders from all corners of the realm converge here. A sanctuary for weary travelers and brave adventurers alike.

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Rural Blacksmith

Greetings Travelers!

Amidst the winding roads and rolling hills, a small-town blacksmith stands resolute, a bastion of strength and craftsmanship. The rhythmic clang of the hammer against the anvil resounds throughout the surrounding countryside, a symphony of metal and fire. Here, amidst the sparks and smoke, swords are born and shields are crafted, the perfect tools...

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Draco-Temple | Adventure Map Pack | Release

Hail hardy travelers! Get ready for adventure because we have uncovered maps detailing the whereabouts of a dragon hoard!

This document is meant to supplement the adventure maps I previously posted. It outlines suggested themes, encounters, puzzles, traps, treasures, and hooks. Use it to help guide ...

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Kodiak's Keg Tavern

Greetings Travelers!

Nestled off the side of the dusty road a large tavern sits, beckoning weary travelers. The sound of raucous laughter and clinking glasses spilling out, filling the air with revelry. The dimly lit interior is filled with smoke and the aroma of strong ale, as patrons from all walks of life swap stories and share a drink amidst the flickering firelig...

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Notice Board | April Updates

Our trek through the waist-higher waters is complete. Now we shall see if we can find some civilization to rest or weary feet.

March Wrap Up

Swamp Wilds | Swamp Outpost | Marsh Wilds

— Inns + Taverns + Artisans + Crafters —

For April I would like t...

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Spring Celebration Map Bundle 2023

Hail traveler, well met! Come join us and rejoice. The season for growth and renewal is upon us, let us venture into the verdant wilds!

I have teamed up with some fellow likeminded mapmakers to put together a little catalogue of free maps to fill your games with adventure. Take a gander at the offerings below and make sure to say hello when you drop in, it is always appreciated!

If you're a traveler that finds themselves in my neck of the woods, welcome! Make sure...

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Marsh Wilds Map Pack

Greetings Travelers!

The marshland is a living tapestry of emerald foliage, a verdant canvas that stretches as far as the eye can see. The tall grasses sway in a hypnotic dance with the breeze. A symphony of chirping crickets and croaking frogs fills the air, as if to proclaim the beauty of this wild, untamed landscape.

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Swamp Outpost Map Pack

Greetings Travelers!

Amidst the murky waters and twisted vines of the swamp, a solitary tower looms on a jagged hill. Its weathered stone walls stand defiant against the relentless assault of time and nature, a testament to its enduring isolation. In the eerie silence of the marsh, it is the only structure that offers a glimpse of civilization, the only respite from t...

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Draco-Temple Adventure Map Pack | Maps

Hail hardy travelers! Get ready for adventure because we have uncovered maps detailing the whereabouts of a dragon hoard!

Wanted to release the maps to you all ahead of completing the one-pager. Hope you can put them to good use and I am excited to get this write up to you all soon.

If you have any feedback, shoot it my way.

Let us be off!

Cheers,

-Nate Bearworks

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Swamp Wilds Map Pack

Greetings Travelers!

We have left the arid desert and now trek into the murky wetlands.

Verdant untamed fens and fronds rise from the murky depths, a labyrinthine maze that’s sure to ensnare unwary travelers. Vines cling to gnarled trees, coiling around their trunks like serpents, as the haunting cry of unseen creatures echo through the thick air. Her...

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Boss Lair Poll

To celebrate all of you we will be creating another boss fight map!  You can vote on what monster you would like to see! This is a free, pack for all patrons that will center thematically around the chose enemy enemy. Please get your vote in before the end of day Saturday March 18th.

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Notice Board | March Updates

Glad we all made it out of the desert! However, our journey now takes us to the the wet and humid.

February Wrap Up

Desert Wilds | Desert Streets | Desert Sewers | Desert Caravanserai

— Mangroves + Ruins + Backwaters  —

For March ...

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Desert Caravanserai Map Pack

Greetings Travelers!

This map pack brings our current exploration of the arid desert to a close. A place to rest our weary heads and seek shelter from the heat.

As the sun sets on the endless sea of sand, a mirage-like oasis emerges from the shimmering desert dunes. The Desert Caravanserai, a sprawling fortress of sandstone and clay, stands proudly at the he...

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Desert Sewers Map Pack

Greetings Travelers!

This map pack builds off of our Desert Streets map pack, with connection points between the two at the sewer grates and basement of the smuggler's den.

A faint glimmer of light filters down through the grating above, illuminating murky water that creeps through the cramped stone passageways. The air feels thick with the mu...

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Map Pack Repository | Pathfinder + Trailblazer [2023-2024]

Repository for Variant Map Packs.

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Map Pack Repository | Wanderer + [2023-2024]

Repository for Base Map Packs.

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Notice Board | Patreon Organization

Hello everyone,

As part of my efforts to enhance the organization of my content and simplify the access to map packs on Patreon, I am planning to restructure how I post them. 

Following this announcement, I will create two new posts that will function as repositories for all the map pack zip files. One post will contain packs for "Wanderer+," while the other post will have packs for "Pathfinder and Trailblazer."

Moving forward, each new map pack post will include a down...

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Desert Streets Map Pack - Free

The sun pours over the dusty streets of the city, relief coming from the occasional gust of hot wind. Buildings made of sandstone and mud brick tower over the narrow alleyways, casting shadows that provide welcome respite from the scorching heat. The sounds of merchants hawking their wares and the smell of exotic spices mingle in the air, creating a vibrant and bustling atmosphere that belies the ha...

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Valentine Map Bundle 2023

Hail traveler, well met! Come join us and partake. The season for love and new things is upon us!

I have teamed up with some fellow likeminded mapmakers to put together a little catalogue of free maps to fill your games with adventure. Take a gander at the offerings below and make sure to say hello when you drop in, it is always appreciated!

If you're a traveler that finds themselves in my neck of the woods, welcome! Make sure to check out my 2023-02-11 00:00:02 +0000 UTC View Post

Desert Wilds Map Pack - Free

Check out the free version of the Desert Wilds Map Pack.

TO FIND MORE FREE CONTENT CHECK OUT THE MASTER POST

If you like what you see, consider pledging to support me and gain some rewards in the process. Patrons gain access to the hi-res, hi-quality versions of this map without my ...

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Desert Wilds Map Pack - Wanderer+

The sun beats down mercilessly upon the endless dunes of golden sand, reflecting off the towering spires of rock that jut out of the earth like jagged teeth. The only sounds are the soft whispers of the wind and the crunch of sand underfoot as a lone traveler makes their way across the desolate terrain. In the distance, a mirage shimmers, beckoning them forward to the promise of something more, or perhaps, nothing at all.

For Pathfinder tier patrons and up, variants of this map include:...

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Desert Wilds Map Pack - Pathfinder & Trailblazer

Starting the month off with the wilderness map for this theme. Much more barren and empty than what I usually go for, but I think we were able to work in a good amount of detail to make it all feel alive!

I was really excited to try for the rock bridge and was delighted with the outcome. Also, at the suggestion from one of you, I included a dust devil asset for your use. Add some crazy environmental hazards into the mix for your tables.

Work has started on the next map, we are hea...

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Notice Board | February Updates

Hope everyone enjoyed their trek around the countryside!

January Wrap Up

Country Crossroads | Country Hamlet | Country Chapel | Country Vineyard | Mycobloom

— Dessert | Streets + Caravanserai + Sewers + Wilderness  —

For February ...

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Country Vineyard

Château Moulin À Vent | Amidst rolling hills and golden fields, a grand vineyard and winery stands proud. Its weathered stone walls hint at the secrets and stories held within, wrapped in the mystique of ancient craftsmanship and bountiful harvests. As the sun sets and the moon rises, with every sip, the sense of adventure seeps ever deeper in the explorer’s soul, and the vines whisper secrets of long-...

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Country Chapel

Near the edge of town sits a small piece of holy land. A place to lay the dead to rest, commune with your god, or seek wisdom from the priest that calls the temple home. Will our Country Chapel be a place of peace and respite or the site of larger, more sinister events to unfold?

Rewards:

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Mycobloom | Boss Lair Map

It is complete, our lovely decaying and lichen infested boss lair! You all picked a unique monster to base this one around and it was really fun to make it come alive! 

The map features two entrances to the south, or maybe one leads deeper into another cave system? To the west is a long lost secret room, now taken back by the creeping growth. All tunnels lead to the final boss room. A central pillar and lots of elevation points give you and your players the room to run an action or...

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Country Hamlet

Stone houses with thatched roofs dot the landscape, inviting visitors to slow down and savor the simple pleasures of the countryside.

Rewards:

Grab the free Public Version Attached Below

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Country Crossroads

The sun beats down on the dusty road; stretching out in three directions. A wooden signpost stands sentinel at the intersection, its paint faded from years of exposure. The smell of fresh dirt and the sound of chirping birds filled the air as you look out over the surrounding fields of green and gold.

Rewards:

Grab the free Public Version Attached ...

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Notice Board | January Updates

Happy new years everyone, lets get 2023 started off right!

December Wrap Up

Path of the Seven Gates | Winter Forest Path | Winter Forest Pond

January Maps Theme

As I mentioned in the 2022 Retrospective, I will be grouping the maps for the month around a central theme. So for January we will be tackling:

— Countryside | Village Streets + Farm ...

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Moving Into the New Year

Happy New Year! May your dice rolls be high and your adventures in the new year be filled with fruitful encounters and thrilling battles!

A YEAR IN RETROSPECT

I started this Journey on Aug. 1st of this year and it has been an interesting 5 months. It has been a wild ride on my end and you all made it possible. From the bottom of my heart, Thank You, I am glad that I get to keep doing this! I hope that the maps I create enrich your games and inspire stories to be t...

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