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664 Boleshivka - Level 2 Settlement

In Boleshivka, the characters visit a beautiful thriving town divided by Tolski River. They survive thanks to this natural, constant water supply. However, the characters arrive in a time of dire need. It has been a couple of rough days since the water is polluted, and poisonous.

The characters meet Stephanie, a member of the authorities from the capital, and the people who hired them. She gives them a badge that identifies them as agents of the crown and shall allow them to in...

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One-Page Dungeon 35 - Catacombs of Endless Greed

Denizens of the Tower! Here's a fantastic one-page dungeon. It's a self-contained adventure where everything you need fits on a single page. I make them system-neutral so they can be easily ported to any system. While no system rulings are included, we made this one thinking of Shadowdark RPG. Still, it is neutral and can be ported to any medieval fantasy system/setting.

In Catacombs of Endless Greed, the characters visit the resting place of the Albers family....

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663 Exorcism at the Mill (Photoshop)

Here's the .psd file for 663 Exorcism at the Mill. It is necessary to have Photoshop or a compatible app to use it. Inside you will find that it is all white. That is the uppermost layer, I only use it to make the file preview smaller in size. Once you remove that uppermost layer you'll see the illustration. (it's just one click)

Most of the illustration elements are properly named and arranged in folders in the layer area. Some assets like textures or smart objects hav...

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663 Exorcism at the Mill

In Exorcism at the Mill, the characters hear of strange happenings that occur at the nearby mill. They hear that Vance, the miller, has not been seen for a few days and that the ground grain shipments have stopped. Some people also mention that Vance has apprenticed with the crown's wizard for a few years, though all they have seen come from it are a few impressive parlor tricks.

When the characters arrive, they soon find that things have gone amiss in the mill. Vance apparentl...

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Gorgon in Fairflow - Level 4 Shadowdark Adventure

Traveler! This adventure supplement is a special collaboration with another Patreon creator we feel fortunate to call a friend, Dungeon Mapster. For this adventure, He has provided several maps to enhance the feel of this adventure supplement. We invite you to check Dungeon Mapster's Patreon page where he shares great cartography.

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Gorgon in Fairflow - Level 4 Shadowdark Adventure

Traveler! This adventure supplement is a special collaboration with another Patreon creator we feel fortunate to call a friend, Dungeon Mapster. For this adventure, He has provided several maps to enhance the feel of this adventure supplement. We invite you to check Dungeon Mapster's Patreon page where he shares great cartography.

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We are Elven Tower, a small team of Mexican creators who illustrate medieval-fantasy maps and write great adventures for each of them. We have been operating for over six years in the TTRPG market and have crafted 600+ cartography pieces and a similar amount of written content for them. We used to do 5e content but we decided to make the shift to Shadowdark RPG as of March of 2023.

660 Heart of Flames

In Heart of Flames, a group of level-2 characters se...

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662 Ossuary of Lady Maria (Photoshop)

Here's the .psd file for 662 Ossuary of Lady Maria. It is necessary to have Photoshop or a compatible app to use it. Inside you will find that it is all white. That is the uppermost layer, I only use it to make the file preview smaller in size. Once you remove that uppermost layer you'll see the illustration. (it's just one click)

Most of the illustration elements are properly named and arranged in folders in the layer area. Some assets like textures or smart objects ha...

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662 Ossuary of Lady Maria

In Ossuary of Lady Maria, the characters hear of a strange sepulcher where an ancient, ruthless ruler was interred. Her remains and her fabled sword were spread across several chambers with magical wards in place to prevent meddling and the revivification or reanimation of the feared Lady Maria Ornatt. Legend has it that Lady Maria's blade is a mighty weapon worthy of heroes.

When the characters arrive, they soon encounter deadly traps and merciless undead guardians. There are ...

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Tomb of Huram ft. Dungeon Baker

Traveler! This adventure supplement is a special collaboration with another Patreon creator we feel fortunate to call a friend, Dungeon Baker. For this adventure, He has provided several maps to enhance the feel of this adventure supplement. We invite you to check Dungeon Baker's Patreon page where he shares great cartography.

In T...

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Tomb of Huram ft. Dungeon Baker

Traveler! This adventure supplement is a special collaboration with another Patreon creator we feel fortunate to call a friend, Dungeon Baker. For this adventure, He has provided several maps to enhance the feel of this adventure supplement. We invite you to check Dungeon Baker's Patreon page where he shares great cartography.

In T...

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661 The Demon Door (Photoshop)

Here's the .psd file for 661 The Demon Door. It is necessary to have Photoshop or a compatible app to use it. Inside you will find that it is all white. That is the uppermost layer, I only use it to make the file preview smaller in size. Once you remove that uppermost layer you'll see the illustration. (it's just one click)

Most of the illustration elements are properly named and arranged in folders in the layer area. Some assets like textures or smart objects have been...

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661 The Demon Door

In The Demon Door, the characters come to Hoban City and learn about the dangers they have faced for the past few months. Demons coming out of a clearing in the woods find their way to the city. They were weak at first, easy to contain and deal with. But stronger monsters have come in the last two weeks. Last time, many guards perished defending the townsfolk...

The characters are hired to get rid of all threats and find a way to stop the demons from coming. Alternatively, a sc...

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660 Heart of Flames (Photoshop)

Here's the .psd file for 660 Heart of Flames. It is necessary to have Photoshop or a compatible app to use it. Inside you will find that it is all white. That is the uppermost layer, I only use it to make the file preview smaller in size. Once you remove that uppermost layer you'll see the illustration. (it's just one click)

Most of the illustration elements are properly named and arranged in folders in the layer area. Some assets like textures or smart objects have bee...

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660 Heart of Flames

In Heart of Flames, a group of level-2 characters seeks a fabled dwarvish artifact known as the Heart of Flames. Legend has it that over a dozen heroic dwarves wielded this relic and performed deeds worthy of deities. The exact powers of this item are not well documented, only the tales of flaming hearts and great powers.

The characters arrive at a strange dwarvish crypt where the Heart of Flames is said to reside. The heart, anticipating a new era of adventures has grown impat...

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Dungeon Vault Magazine - Issue 32 is LIVE

This is issue No. 32 of Dungeon Vault Magazine. A compilation of adventures, lore, excellent cartography, and useful digital goodies. We're featuring guest writers to add some more content and give the magazine even more value and usability!

This number has the special contribution of two guest authors. They are David Hill, Michael T. Debondt, and <...

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659 Corrupted Cemetery - Isometric Art/Adventure

In Corrupted Cemetery, a level-3 Shadowdark adventure, the characters must defend the people of Daliton from the undead that come from the local cemetery. Drow necromancers reanimated the dead and are planning to take over the entire town.

The characters are hired to either destroy all the undead in the cemetery or to track down Lyseris Vin, a drow necromancer, to arrest him. Both jobs bring them to the Seven Heavens, the cemetery full of zombies and skeletons....

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658 The Search for the Eye - Level 3 Shadowdark Adventure

Denizen of the Tower! In The Search for the Eye, a level-3 Shadowdark adventure, the characters seek a place known as the Eye of the West, an ancient giant relic that is said to be able to provide any piece of information for a ruinous cost. Whatever they need can be learned through the power of the eye.

All evidence points to Drake's Pass, a remote hamlet where the locals know of the eye from myths and oral tradition. One woman in town claims to have visited the place decades ...

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658 The Eye of the West (Photosohp)

Here's the .psd file for 658 The Eye of the West. It is necessary to have Photoshop or a compatible app to use it. Inside you will find that it is all white. That is the uppermost layer, I only use it to make the file preview smaller in size. Once you remove that uppermost layer you'll see the illustration. (it's just one click)

Most of the illustration elements are properly named and arranged in folders in the layer area. Some assets like textures or smart objects have...

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658 The Search for the Eye - Level 3 Shadowdark Adventure

Denizen of the Tower! In The Search for the Eye, a level-3 Shadowdark adventure, the characters seek a place known as the Eye of the West, an ancient giant relic that is said to be able to provide any piece of information for a ruinous cost. Whatever they need can be learned through the power of the eye.

All evidence points to Drake's Pass, a remote hamlet where the locals know of the eye from myths and oral tradition. One woman in town claims to have visited the place decades ...

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Journey to the Wayside Shrine ft. Misjay Maps - Level 2 Adventure

Traveler! This adventure supplement is a special collaboration with another Patreon creator we feel fortunate to call a friend, Misjay Maps. For this adventure, She has provided several maps to enhance the feel of this adventure supplement. We invite you to check Misjay's Patreon page where she shares awesome cartography.

In Journey to...

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Journey to the Wayside Shrine ft. Misjay Maps

Traveler! This adventure supplement is a special collaboration with another Patreon creator we feel fortunate to call a friend, Misjay Maps. For this adventure, She has provided several maps to enhance the feel of this adventure supplement. We invite you to check Misjay's Patreon page where she shares awesome cartography.

In Journey to...

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657 Chasm of Fireflies (Photoshop)

Here's the .psd file for 657 Chasm of Fireflies. It is necessary to have Photoshop or a compatible app to use it. Inside you will find that it is all white. That is the uppermost layer, I only use it to make the file preview smaller in size. Once you remove that uppermost layer you'll see the illustration. (it's just one click)

Most of the illustration elements are properly named and arranged in folders in the layer area. Some assets like textures or smart objects have ...

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657 Chasm of Fireflies - Introductory Shadowdark Adventures

In Chasm of Fireflies, a level-1 Shadowdark introductory adventure, the characters hear of a strange underground compound where a lightbug-lit chasm is a place for local pilgrimages and offerings. However, four dauntless farmers went into the dungeon looking for easy reaches.

When the characters arrive, they quickly find out the fate of the four farmers. They should not have come to such a dangerous place. The two-story compound features valuable information, a tribe of goblins...

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The Swamp Dragon Cult - Level 1 Shadowdark Adventure

Traveler! This adventure supplement is a special collaboration with another Patreon creator we feel fortunate to call a friend, Maps 'N' Quests. For this adventure, they have provided several maps to enhance the feel of this adventure supplement. We invite you to check Maps 'N' Quests Patreon page where he shares great cartography.

In The Swamp Dragon Cult, the characters start their life as adventure...

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The Swamp Dragon Cult - Level 1 Shadowdark Adventure

Traveler! This adventure supplement is a special collaboration with another Patreon creator we feel fortunate to call a friend, Maps 'N' Quests. For this adventure, they have provided several maps to enhance the feel of this adventure supplement. We invite you to check Maps 'N' Quests Patreon page where he shares great cartography.

In The Swamp Dragon Cult, the characters start their life as adventure...

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Shadowdark + Elven Tower Welcome Pack

We are Elven Tower, a small team of Mexican creators who illustrate medieval-fantasy maps and write great adventures for each of them. We have been operating for over six years in the TTRPG market and have crafted 600+ cartography pieces and a similar amount of written content for them. We used to do 5e content but we decided to make the shift to Shadowdark RPG as of March of 2023.

This supple...

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OP34 The Mirrors of Ord

Denizens of the Tower! Here's a fantastic one-page dungeon. It's a self-contained adventure where everything you need fits on a single page. I make them system-neutral so they can be easily ported to any system. That said, while no system rulings are included, we made this one thinking of Shadowdark RPG. Still, it is neutral and can be ported to any medieval fantasy system/setting.

In The mirrors of Ord, the characters hear of a mythical artifact that has the p...

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656 The Eye of the Lost (Photoshop)

Here's the .psd file for 656 The Eye of the Lost. It is necessary to have Photoshop or a compatible app to use it. Inside you will find that it is all white. That is the uppermost layer, I only use it to make the file preview smaller in size. Once you remove that uppermost layer you'll see the illustration. (it's just one click)

Most of the illustration elements are properly named and arranged in folders in the layer area. Some assets like textures or smart objects have...

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656 The Eye of the Lost - Introductory Shadowdark Adventure

In The Eye of the Lost, a group of level-1 characters embarks on a Shadowdark introductory adventure. A strange cult has risen nearby small settlements. Its members are largely former brigands and highway robbers. It seems they found an antique relic in a cavern and became cult followers of a gemstone that speaks right into their minds, issues commands, and gives them magical abilities.

When the characters arrive, they encounter tendrils of limestone that converge on the gemsto...

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