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Update

Happy Friday patrons! I have been chipping away at this monster of a map for the last few weeks and finally approaching the 90% complete mark. So look for it to be finished next week.

Let me know if you like where it’s going! Are you going to run a dojo adventure in your campaign? I’d love to hear it!


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Vacation until Monday!

I'm still working on the underground cave for Dragon Falls Dojo and I'm not sure when I decided this, but I'm definitely going after a 'Spirited Away' type of underground temple to none-other-than the Dragon that the dojo is named after. Zoom in on the progress... I hope it gets your creative juices flowing and excited to play! That's what every map I create aims to accomplish! Happy 4th of July, stay safe and have fun :)


Edit: added new progress picture!

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Hello Dread Guild!

Its time for a weekly update. Progress is slow as summer is in full swing and the kids have a lot of activities and plans outdoors. I can't complain about that but here's what I've managed to get done:

2nd Floor added to Tinker's Workshop

In a realm of wonder and magic, nestled amidst rolling hills on the outskirts of town lies the Tinker's Workshop. Here, the gifted and imaginative tinker, Orlaith, weaves dreams into reality with her artistry and skill. The workshop brims with a kaleidoscope of whimsical wares and enchanting creations, where mundane objects transform into extraordinary marvels. From intricately carved wooden figurines that come to life with a gentle touch, to sparkling crystals that harness the power of the s...

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Quest Log

  • The Viking Longhouse is complete
  • The Corporate Tower is on Foundry! It includes both the Detective Agency and Neuralnet Labs maps. In the future, will be adding a lot of floors so you and mix-n-match to make any complex you like! Some floors planned include: Police Station, Parking Garage, Penthouse Suites, Exposed/Underconstruction Level, Vent systems and more!
  • The corporate elevator is out too but only in the vault for ...

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Viking Longhouse

Step into the rugged world of Norse legend with the "Viking Longhouse" tabletop RPG map pack, a perfect hub for your tribal village! This 24x38 map invites you to immerse yourself in the moody interior of a grand longhouse, where the flickering fire pit casts shadows on smoked meats and numerous tables laden with ale and weapons. At the head of the room, a stone throne with imposing tusks commands respect and awe. With two atmospheric variants to choose from, this map is the ideal setting for...

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Updates

Added a new modular section to the asylum:

Working on Long house interior, which is part of a bigger ‘Viking Village’ town

Will be adding the Detective Agency and Neuralnet Labs as the next Foundry module

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Modular Asylum - Doctor Lab out now!

One of my many on-going projects in an asylum that can be pieced together as you see fit. With that said, I have finished the first quadrant today which happens to be a pretty interesting one... the Doctors Lab Quadrant. In this section you'll find a bunch of imaginative points-of-interest:

  • Bloodied surgery/operation room

  • Observation room, for the head doctor to witness the procedures

  • Check-up/Examination rooms and waiting area

    <...

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Everstone Manor now on Foundry VTT!

An oldie but a goodie. I submitted it to their platform and should be approved later today. This 3 level, gothic wine mansion has hidden passageways and a ton of intricate details to keep your party on their toes!

Releasing later this week:

  • First quadrant of the modular asylum

  • Creating the main elevator bank for the 'endless corporate tower' project.. thinking Matrix lobby for this one...

  • Starting the Viking Village for a House DM proje...

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Updates

After a long few weeks of mapping, this week was spent doing maintenance.

Additionally, you can expect a new Foundry module + the first sections of the modular asylum.

Make sure you vote for the next levels of the endless (corporate) tower (vote poll in the previous post)… I just thought of another one that’s not in the poll… an unfinished floor where the sides are open, bare steel and under construction. How many times in a movie does the conflict end up taking place on an ...

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Endless Tower

My last two map packs were a stark switch in theme and genre but I still believe that you can fit modern and sci-fi scenarios into any campaign, even a classic fantasy one.

I will be revisiting this modern/sci-fi theme again in the future and figured I'd ask here what I asked on my Discord: If I were to continue the tower, what levels would you find most enjoyable to play a scenario on?

If you've seen heist or spy movies then you'll already know these floors can be hella-fun given...

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NeuralNet Labs Inc

NeuralNet Labs Inc. stands as the pinnacle of technological innovation, a beacon of cutting-edge cybernetic research and development. Operating under a shroud of secrecy, this enigmatic corporation offers an unparalleled playground for players daring to delve into the heart of the digital frontier. From clandestine experiments in augmentation to shadowy interrogations conducted amidst humming servers and flickering monitors, every corner of NeuralNet Labs pulses with the promise of adventure ...

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Detective Agency

In this dynamic 20x20 battlemap, players find themselves immersed in the heart of a bustling detective agency. The layout is meticulously designed to accommodate various scenarios, whether it's strategizing a heist or orchestrating a daring rescue. The agency boasts a sleek waiting lobby, setting the tone for intrigue and mystery. Moving deeper, the main office buzzes with activity, with detectives huddled over case files and suspects. A dedicated hacker desk stands ready for digital sleuthin...

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Updates!

  • Detective Agency is done

Will be starting on the lab next with plans to make this a sort of ‘endless corporate tower’ where I’ll be able to expand indefinitely whenever I feel like adding a new level.

  • On Discord there is a voting poll for which levels you’d like to see next so make sure to join if you haven’t and cast your vote!
  • 1 quandrant of the modular asylum is also done and will be releasing that in a similar fashion, adding quadrants as I co...

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House Undying now in Foundry

This 2 level church is sure to provide a fun evening for your players



I also started working on the detective agency and continue to work on the modular asylum:

Detective Agency



Asylum quadrant #3

  • Operation room and observation of...

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What map would you like to see next?

All current multi-level maps have been fixed!

Updated all multi-level maps in Foundry and uploaded 3 new maps to the Roll20 vault.

Fixed Stairways in these Multi-level Map Packs:

  • Rosebud Hollow

  • Pest Control (Included the PDF as a Journal entry now)

  • Goddard Estate (ambient music playlist added)

  • Gladbrook House (...

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Temple of the Lost Sun


Embark on a thrilling adventure into the heart of the mysterious jungle with "Temple of the Lost Sun," the ultimate tabletop RPG map pack that will immerse you in a world of ancient secrets and untold dangers! Set amidst the lush foliage and crumbling ruins, this 22x44 map offers endless possibilities for exploration and perilous encounters. Traverse through dense vegetation and treacherous terrain as you navigate the labyrinthine pathways towards the eerie altar at its core. With nine ca...

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Everdusk added to Foundry VTT

Dreadnought and Oracle tiers: It’s Immediately available in your Foundry VTT add-on browser now! Thanks for your support.

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Ziggurat of the Old Gods


Nestled deep within the dense foliage of a Lost Jungle lies the enigmatic Ziggurat of the Old Gods, a sprawling ancient jungle pyramid adorned with intricate carvings and shrouded in mystery. At its heart lies a mystic lagoon and river, their waters flowing with an arcane potential that whispers of forgotten powers. Despite the passage of eons, locals still pay homage to the unseen forces that dwell within, offering tribute to entities whose names have long been lost to time, yet whose pr...

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Titan Crypt

The party stands poised at the threshold of a hidden passage, its secrets shrouded in age-old mystery. As they push aside the bone doors, a rush of icy air greets them, beckoning them into the unknown depths below. Every step down the ancient stairway feels like a descent into the abyss, the narrow hall pressing in on all sides, as if the very darkness itself seeks to suffocate their courage. Within the bone walls lie untold secrets, whispered offerings to ancient deities and remnants of long...

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Tinker's Workshop

In a realm of wonder and magic, nestled amidst rolling hills on the outskirts of town lies the Tinker's Workshop. Here, the gifted and imaginative tinker, Orlaith, weaves dreams into reality with her artistry and skill. The workshop brims with a kaleidoscope of whimsical wares and enchanting creations, where mundane objects transform into extraordinary marvels. From intricately carved wooden figurines that come to life with a gentle touch, to sparkling crystals that harness the power of the s...

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Coldfire Caverns

"Travelers, I urge you to stay far away from the Coldfire Caverns! Deep within its ominous heart lies a realm veiled in enigma, where whispers of ancient secrets echo through its icy chambers. Amidst the frigid shadows, a formidable presence looms—a dracolich of unparalleled power, a sentinel of its unhallowed caves. Within its sinister domain, arcane energies converge with malevolence, swirling and coalescing to rend the fragile fabrics of reality itself. Few even dare to tread its treache...

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Updates

  • Finishing ice cave battlemap. The map is done working on some variants now!
  • 100% done with Goddard Estate Foundry Module
  • Commissioning Blight Lich tokens



  • finishing roll tables in Blight Lich adventure
  • finishing 5 room dungeon with my friend Ogbang
  • creating ambient music Patreon whilst giving a few tracks to Dread Maps suppor...

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Tomb of the Blight Lich

Within the confines of the Tomb of the Blight Lich, once a stronghold meant to confine the malevolent energies of the fey witch Malgruel, now lies a battleground consumed by the corruption of her dark powers. The dungeon's halls echo with her twisted laughter as blighted magic seeps into every crevice, corrupting the very stone itself.


Includes:

  • An unearthly 80x60 blighted tomb dungeon battle map
  • 11 Variants: arcane cry...

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Update: Music, Maps and More

Soon: Royalty-free ambient music forthcoming by Eye One Fifty

My band is now producing rock-style ambient tracks for TTRPG and other commercial usage. Are you looking for music to use on your stream, in your game, in your social posts, and ttrpg products? This is for you! Comment if your interested.

Sample Mp3: 2024-02-21 07:47:03 +0000 UTC View Post

Dragon Forest

Nestled within a mystical realm, the Dragon Forest unfolds as a verdant sanctuary where sunlight filters through its lush canopy, revealing old fey ruins and even older remains. The air resonates with an ethereal ambiance, a silent symphony echoing the forgotten tales of eras long past. However, the delicate balance of this sacred place is threatened by an ambitious excavation, as archaeologists attempt to unearth its secrets putting all in grave peril.


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Tomb and Map update

Tomb of the Blight Lich

I’m still here working hard on this 50 page adventure. I ran my first Playtest and it went well! The foundry module is basically done also. Walls, lighting, music and tokens all included!

Icy Cave

I also have an icy cave battle map in the works that will pair perfectly with the previous maps (Coldfire mountain) peak entrance.

Any thoughts or questions don’t hesitate to ask.

I will be running a lot m...

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Tomb of the Blight Lich - Update

Update Feb 2nd 2024 -

Tomb of the Blight Lich Progress

I have about 5 more pages to edit and then a quick round of small revisions. At the same time, I'm crafting and curating a Foundry VTT module, complete with enemies, ambient music, lighting, and walls. This is currently being done in the EZD6 system. If you'd like to port it to a different system, let me know.

I'm not even sure yet if there is power in running it in a system because it has required fie...

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Coldfire Mountain

Coldfire Mountain, shrouded in perpetual frost and veiled in an eerie mist, stands as a foreboding sentinel in the desolate northern reaches. Isolated from the realms of warmth and sunlight, this frigid expanse is a haven for the occult, where eldritch energy flows like an ancient river beneath the icy surface. Whispers of arcane rituals echo through the frozen peaks, and mysterious symbols adorn the caverns that riddle the mountain's core. The air itself seems to carry a palpable sense of ot...

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Dixmont Asylum - Reed Hall

Deep within an isolated expanse of dense woods stands Dixmont Asylum, its imposing presence looms over the sprawling complex. In ages past, indigenous tribes held rituals amidst these very woods, engaging in dark ceremonies of human sacrifice to appease the cruel gods believed to dwell here. The asylum's towering structure, perpetually cloaked in a creeping fog, bears witness to the echoes of these forgotten rites. Whispers of unsettling truths permeate the air, as the boundaries between past...

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