RIME OF THE WINTER WITCH

Ancient Secrets and Cosmic Horror Beneath the Ice – From Level 1 to 20

A mysterious bubble of wintery weather has appeared outside a Taldoran village at the height of summer. Adventurers are called to rescue a missing noblewoman from this mysterious winter.

What begins as a simple rescue mission soon grows into an epic journey into Irrisen to face off against wicked winter fey, scheming hags, evil druidic sects, and a long-forgotten god trying to stage a resurrection, plunging the entire world into a permanent winter.

Combining elements of Rime of the Frostmaiden and Reign of Winter, this campaign is full of horror, survival, epic bossfights, and the grim realities of a long, harsh winter.

Key Expansions & Changes:

• Taldor Beginning: Start your adventure in the civilized lands of Taldor as strange winter anomalies herald a growing threat from the north
• Expanded Irrisen: Journey to a reimagined Irrisen that seamlessly blends Golarion's witch-ruled realm with elements inspired by Icewind Dale's Ten-Towns, creating a rich setting of oppressed settlements struggling under eternal winter
• Auril Rising: Face the growing power of Auril, the Frostmaiden, as she seeks to extend her divine influence into the world of Golarion.
• White Witch Politics & Winter Fey Courts: Navigate the treacherous courts of Irrisen's ruling witches, each with their own agendas and connections to winter's power
• Deadly Alliances: Confront the combined might of white witches, winter fey nobility, scheming duergar clans, pagan druid sects sworn to winter, and Auril's growing following
• Enhanced Locations: Experience thoroughly reworked versions of iconic sites, expanded settlements, and new fortresses of winter power
• Divine Conflict: Navigate a complex web of warring divinities and forge alliances with powerful, and sometimes questionable, allies
• Cosmic Horror Expanded: Experience terrifying eldritch elements in storylines inspired by classic horror films like John Carpenter's "The Thing" and Lovecraft's "The Color Out of Space"
• Chardalyn Focus: Discover this mysterious frozen mineral and engage in faction warfare as various powers compete for control of this resource, with new crafting rules for character use
• Coherent Narrative: Experience a storyline where all the moving parts connect in meaningful ways to the central conflict against Auril's rising power

Premium Production Values:

• Professional Voice Acting: As a trained actor with voice acting experience, I bring NPCs to life with distinct voices and personalities, capturing the desperation and grim determination of survivors in a doomed world
• Custom Battlemaps: Enjoy beautifully crafted, dynamically lit battlemaps featuring work from Cze and Peku, Heroic Maps, and other premium creators, adapted for this darker setting
• Immersive Audio: Experience Icewind Dale's atmosphere through premium Syrinscape soundscapes that capture the weight of a world under shadow
• Handcrafted Landing Pages: Begin each session with beautiful custom landing pages complete with soundtracks from artists like Will Sorvino
• Detailed Handouts: Every creature, magic item, and location comes with custom handouts to bring this darker world to life
• Comprehensive Session Notes: Each 4-hour session is followed by an approximately 1,000-word writeup to help you keep track of your adventures

About Your GM:

With a DMing legacy stretching back to 1996 and five years of professional experience running 40 hours of D&D weekly, I specialize in creating immersive worlds where your character's story matters. My approach balances challenging encounters with moments of triumph, bringing humor and heart to even the darkest adventures. I'm not just running a game—I'm crafting an experience where your decisions shape the narrative.

Session Details:

• Weekly 4-hour sessions
• Campaign duration: approximately 1.5-2 years
• $30 USD per person per session (special rate during this adaptation phase—normally $40)
• LGBTQ+ friendly table—all are welcome except bigots

Ideal for players who enjoy:

• Cosmic horror and psychological terror in the vein of Lovecraft and John Carpenter
• Winter fey politics and complex supernatural relationships
• Morally complex decisions with meaningful consequences
• Creative problem-solving and resourcefulness
• Building relationships with NPCs and fellow adventurers
• Pathfinder 2e's tactical depth and character customization options
• A measured pace that explores the world in depth

Join a thriving community:

Your adventure extends beyond our weekly sessions into our vibrant Discord community of over 80 players. Participate in free play-by-post side games, join discussions about your favorite hobbies, and forge friendships with like-minded adventurers in a supportive, inclusive environment.