“The Gloaming: War of the Damned”
Next Session: August 23, 2026 1:00 pm
ET
(3 - 4 hours)
About the Game
Session Length: 3 -
4 hours
The Gloamin’. It’s a shadowy, cursed land with fragile bastions of mankind huddlin’ behind torchlit palisades while the Dark closes in from all sides.
It’s a region of demons hatchin’ from the forest’s infernal Marrow-Trees and ancient woods where black trunks rise higher’n church steeples, and moss-covered standin’ stones markin’ graves so old nobody remembers who lies beneath ’em. A place of bloodstained maws hidden among the roots, waitin’ for the unwary to wander too close.
Not all hope’s lost though – two orders of Knights are fightin’ back, but both are losin’ the War with the Dark. Every mile of forest they reclaim costs blood; every village they save leaves another to burn.
Despite all’a that, brave souls are still needed – folks willin’ to stand on the frontlines of a losin’ war to save the innocents trapped beyond the torchlight, prayin’ somebody – anybody – comes for ’em.
•What to expect:
“The Gloaming: War of the Damned” is a dark fantasy game with mature themes for players who enjoy immersive storytelling, meaningful choices, and real stakes where clever thinking is paramount. Players can expect to walk away with a story which lingers, as well as the in-game consequences of the choices made.
•System: Shadowdark RPG
This game uses Shadowdark RPG–a fast, intuitive fantasy system with old-school roots and modern design.
If you’ve played Dungeons & Dragons 5E, you’ll feel right at home. If you’ve never played anything like D&D before, no worries: the rules are streamlined, easy to learn, and quick to pick up at the table–no prior experience needed!
Shadowdark emphasizes exploration, danger, and meaningful choices. Resources matter. Light matters. And when things go wrong, they go wrong fast.
Bring your wits, your courage… and maybe an extra torch.
•Logistics:
I will have dice, character sheets, pencils, and scratch paper for all reserved players; all you need to bring is you!
Player character creation will take place at the beginning of the session, which, thanks to Shadowdark’s system, is quick and easy.
Coastal Fermentory (Downtown) does not have food trucks scheduled on Sundays, so outside food is welcome!
About the Game Master
I’m Erik, the Niche GM.
With nearly 30 years behind the screen, I specialize in running atmospheric, character-driven tabletop roleplaying experiences using unique and lesser-known systems. My games center on meaningful choice: where your decisions shape the world and the world pushes back with tension and consequence.
At my table, you can expect:
• Deeply realized settings and unsettling tone
• Memorable NPCs with their own motives and flaws
• Collaborative storytelling where your choices carry real weight
I draw on psychology, philosophy, and a touch of theatrical flair to keep players engaged; not just mechanically, but emotionally.
If you’re looking for more than just rolling dice–if you want a story which stays with you after the session ends–you’ll find it at my table.
Play Style:
Collaborative storytelling • Immersive worlds • Meaningful choices • Peril with consequence
$20.00 every 2 weeks* Will be charged date of each session.
1 of 7 seats available