The Crucible

By Scott Vandervalk and Ryan Naylor

A single session freeform set in the Ravenloft Campaign World for up to 16 players.

Nestled at the base of Mount Lament in the superstitious domain of Tepest sits the small village of Managra. For years, the villagers have lived in the shadow of the cursed mountain. The shadows have bred many secrets.

The Church of Belenus who rule Tepest have learned of one of these secrets, important enough to dispatch one of their Inquisitors to Managra to expose the truth. All fear the arrival of the Inquisitor, but none know exactly who shall be his victim. Everyone has cause to fear, and all have committed acts punishable by death or torture.

The mayor has called a meeting at the town hall to discuss their plight and find out who has brought this threat upon them. Can the townsfolk stand to reveal long hidden truths to one another before the Inquisitor arrives?

But you know the Inquisitor will be satisfied if you can unearth a secret bigger than your own. Can you find a victim to take your place in the Crucible?

Knowledge of the setting is useful but not necessary. Characters can be pre-booked by e-mailing vandervalks@yahoo.com.au. Costumes are encouraged.