In dark forests, lonely mountains, forgotten lakes, and hidden groves, something ancient stirs. Strange beings lurk beyond the edge of sight, watching and waiting. Most people cannot see them… but you can. You possess the Sight, and you know the truth. They are vaesen.
Welcome to the Mythic North, a nineteenth-century northern Europe where folklore is real and old legends walk among humanity. Based on the acclaimed artwork of Johan Egerkrans, Vaesen – Nordic Horror Roleplaying presents a haunting gothic setting filled with Nordic myths, supernatural mysteries, and unsettling discoveries.
The Vaesen Starter Set is the perfect introduction to the game, providing everything needed for a complete night of investigation and horror. Players take the roles of members of the secret Society, an organization whose chosen few possess the ability to see the hidden creatures of the world.
Features
- Condensed rules covering skill tests, combat, damage, and fear
- The complete introductory mystery The Haunting of Castle Gyllencreutz
- Explore the Society’s own headquarters in a full introductory adventure
- Codex Occultum, the Society’s journal of vaesen, providing knowledge and resources
- Five pre-generated and illustrated player characters
- Full-colour map of the Mythic North and the town of Upsala
- Castle Gyllencreutz map
- Three handout sheets
- Five rules reference cards
- Ten initiative cards
- Ten custom engraved game dice
Content Warning:
Vaesen explores dark and mature themes inspired by traditional folklore and is a horror roleplaying game intended for mature audiences.
