MODERN ADVENTURE SERIES
Get to know the FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventure module line
One of the great things about classic horror roleplaying games is the ability to set your adventures and campaigns in the time period we are most familiar with! Reflecting this, fully half of the released FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are set in the modern day. Below is the 1000 Series, the Modern Adventure Series…
Horror in Hopkinsville (1001)
In 1955, a family in rural Kentucky reported being attacked at their farmhouse by several strange, alien entities. Have the same “little green men” returned to modern day Hopkinsville, or is something else responsible for the recent reports of neighborhood intruders? You’ll find out the answer in this debut adventure, “Horror in Hopkinsville.”
Inside you’ll find eight pre-generated character cards, maps, player aids, and a fun night of horror gaming. FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are designed to be compatible with percentile horror roleplaying game systems of yesterday and today. Rules-light, follow-along instructions also allow our modules to be played on their own without the need for additional rulebooks.
“He didn’t know what to make of the sounds at first. “Racoons, probably,” he thought, trying to assure himself that the knowledge of the natural world he had earned through those tedious years of growing up on a local farm would be enough.
But then other noises followed. Loud, chittering sounds came from the roof of his otherwise quiet suburban home, something for which his childhood failed to prepare him. He was sure there was more than one. But what were they? For a second his mind raced to the movies. Alien creatures attacking a farmhouse. Hadn’t a nearby family reported some strange attack like that in the 50s?
As quickly as it entered, the impossible thought left him. It had to be something normal. Yanking a flashlight out of the closet, he angrily stomped outside, hoping his loud, deliberate motions would scare the critters away from the house for now. He saw nothing in the light, and once again all was quiet. Then she screamed his name from the window.”
Written By: Richard Ravalli; Cover Art: Frank Ordaz; Interior Art: Mac Teg; Cartography and Supplemental Art: Eric Smith; 24 pages
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The Blood Countess (1002)
Countess Elizabeth Bathory, one of history’s most infamous serial killers, was found guilty of the torture and murder of at least 300 victims and sentenced to death in 1610. But can such terrible evil ever really die? Has Elizabeth Bathory returned once more to quench her unholy thirst with the young and beautiful of your city’s streets? You’ll find out the answer in the horrifying adventure, “The Blood Countess.”
Inside you’ll find eight pre-generated character cards, maps, player aids, and a fun night of horror gaming. FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are designed to be compatible with percentile horror roleplaying game systems of yesterday and today. Rules-light, follow-along instructions also allow our modules to be played on their own without the need for additional rulebooks.
“Bro my agent is inviting me to her house, some McMansion in the suburbs...She wants to start me in commercials and go from there...Says she believes in my face...Literally knows everybody in the city too, huge break for me...I know she’s older but hot bro, total Hollywood Housewives...Gotta go, she’s calling back...it’s like she’s got this control over me.”
Written By: Chris Halliday; Cover: Rachel Shefka; Interior Art: Nuria Bertran; Cartography: Hosea Georgeson; 28 pages
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The Nightmare (1003)
The tradition of nocturnal supernatural assailants has haunted the pages of folklore and paranormal literature for years. Among the Hmong immigrants from Southeast Asia living in the United States in the late 1970s and early 1980s, an epidemic of deaths attributed to the “Old Hag” made headlines and has stirred medical and anthropological studies since. Has such a creature returned to California’s Central Valley to claim the lives of more victims? You’ll find out the answer in the horrifying adventure, “The Nightmare.”
Inside you’ll find eight pre-generated character cards, maps, player aids, and a fun night of horror gaming. FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are designed to be compatible with percentile horror roleplaying game systems of yesterday and today. Rules-light, follow-along instructions also allow our modules to be played on their own without the need for additional rulebooks.
“You wake up unable to move. There’s a presence in the room. Then you see it. You’re terrified beyond anything you’ve experienced before. The dark shape with glowing eyes approaches as you lie helpless. You try desperately to move, knowing that you must in order to stop this evil, malevolent thing from attacking. Still the entity nears. A scream forms but doesn’t come out.
The creature is pressing down upon you. Its eyes are all the more horrifying, and now you can make out a hag-like face. “She” has a menacing smile, and apparently is whispering something.
You feel that if you don’t move soon, you will die from sheer fright...
Known by many names across many cultures, the entity commonly referred to as the “old hag” has been a literal nightmare for humanity for centuries. Now it stalks the streets of Stockton, California, returning to locations still haunted by its presence decades before. Spectral forces have invaded the Central Valley. Eliminating them from the community is up to you.”
Written By: Timothy S. Brannan; Cover: Anthony Jensen; Interior Art: Nuria Bertran; Cartography: Eric Smith; 28 pages
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Graveyard Dog (1004)
In rural southwest South Carolina, an urban legend is told of a spectral canine that haunts the lonely backroads. Few ever see the creature, fewer still are believed if they do. Most dismiss it as a myth, although many are unwilling to test their conviction by straying into its territory on moonlight nights. Will you be so brave? You’ll find out the answer in the horrifying adventure, “Graveyard Dog.”
Inside you’ll find eight pre-generated character cards, maps, player aids, and a fun night of horror gaming. FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are designed to be compatible with percentile horror roleplaying game systems of yesterday and today. Rules-light, follow-along instructions also allow our modules to be played on their own without the need for additional rulebooks.
“Supernatural folklore tells of large, spectral black dogs, often harbingers of disaster and death. The creatures have a particularly strong presence in African American lore of the South. But what is the ghostly white hound that stalks the lonely Bowers Road “noose” of rural South Carolina, an entity known locally as the Graveyard Dog?
On a bright, moonlit night, a young man is savaged by the creature, which leaves no trace of its existence aside from the vicious wounds it inflicts. The man’s girlfriend is left terrified of a monstrous canine with glowing, white eyes. Local lore speaks of several dark events of the past that are said to be linked to the beast: vigilante justice, murder, Satanic sacrifice. And legends and reports persist of a large, black hound with bright, red eyes that illuminate the backroads west of Charleston.
What is the secret of the Graveyard Dog? Will you brave its wooded haunts for a chance to witness the notorious spectral canine? The harrowing howl of the Bowers Road beast is especially bone chilling. Best take a friend.”
Written By: Scott George; Cover: Ian Wilkins; Interior Art: Mac Teg; Cartography: Jean-Claude Tremblay; 24 pages
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Golem (1005)
The golem is a classic legend of Jewish folklore, mythology, and horror films. It is the forerunner of the literary and horror classic Frankenstein and can be seen in various films and TV versions. Two recent murders have the residents of Queens, New York on edge. Is there truth to the rumors that there may be something mysterious about the recent incidents? You’ll find out the answer in the horrifying adventure, “Golem.”
Inside you’ll find eight pre-generated character cards, maps, player aids, and a fun night of horror gaming. FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are designed to be compatible with percentile horror roleplaying game systems of yesterday and today. Rules-light, follow-along instructions also allow our modules to be played on their own without the need for additional rulebooks.
“Truth, Death.
Two words inexplicably linked. Why does it so often seem that one accompanies the other?
New York City has seen its fair share of crime in the past few years. But now one person’s attempt to stand up against the falsehood of ethnic and religious hatred has unleashed a new, mysterious method of homicide.
Investigate strange, recent murders in the neighborhood of Kew Gardens in Queens, New York. Get drawn into its communities and the tensions that have lately engulfed them. Discover its darkest secrets and survive a creation so inexplicable and monstrous that it threatens to destroy the very individual who unleashed it into our world.”
Written By: Timothy S. Brannan; Cover: Jeff Lasley; Interior Art: Dan Cooney; Cartography: Hosea Georgeson; 24 pages
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Lair of the Blue Mara (1006)
The cold, high-altitude Himalayan Mountains have long been sacred to Buddhists, Hindus, Jains, and Sikhs, all of whom have folklore about the region. An eccentric billionaire in search of spiritual enlightenment believes he has discovered the location of a hidden sacred valley and has organized an expedition to find out. Will the expeditionary team uncover the secrets to ultimate enlightenment, or will they instead discover something far different? You’ll find out the answer in the horrifying adventure, “Lair of the Blue Mara.”
Inside you’ll find eight pre-generated character cards, maps, player aids, and a fun night of horror gaming. FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are designed to be compatible with percentile horror roleplaying game systems of yesterday and today. Rules-light, follow-along instructions also allow our modules to be played on their own without the need for additional rulebooks.
Written By: Bryan F. Irving; Cover: Jeff Lasley; Interior Art: Teresa Guido; Cartography: Hosea Georgeson; 28 pages
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Vengeance of Bathory (1007)
Countess Elizabeth Bathory, one of history’s most infamous serial killers, was found guilty of the torture and murder of at least 300 victims and sentenced to death in 1610. But can such terrible evil ever really die? Bathory recently resurfaced in “The Blood Countess” to quench her unholy thirst in modern day Los Angeles but her plans were defeated by a team of investigators, forcing her to retreat and regroup in her mortal home- the ruins of Cachtice Castle, in what is now Slovakia. Can the unspeakable horrors found in the secret dungeons be faced and the infamous Blood Countess finally be defeated once and for all? You’ll find out the answer in the horrifying adventure, “Vengeance of Bathory.”
Inside you’ll find eight pre-generated character cards, maps, player aids, and a fun night of horror gaming. FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are designed to be compatible with percentile horror roleplaying game systems of yesterday and today. Rules-light, follow-along instructions also allow our modules to be played on their own without the need for additional rulebooks.
This challenging sequel adventure can either be played on its own, or as a part of a continuing campaign following “The Blood Countess”.
“Come here, my darling... Let me show you what pain really is. Don’t cry, now. Soon it will all be over. And you will be mine forever more!
The Countess Elizabeth Bathory has fled to her secret dungeon deep underneath Cachtice Castle in Slovakia. She rests well knowing that she is protected by its numerous natural and supernatural terrors. There the Countess has all the victims she needs to retain her allure and stunning beauty.
Will anyone be able to stop her centuries-long campaign of torture and evil? Travel to the homeland of the infamous Blood Countess and test your abilities against her dangerous, monstrous horde.
The Crimson Madonna is waiting for you!”
Written By: Chris Halliday; Cover: Rachel Shefka; Interior Art: Nuria Bertran; Cartography: Arturo Gomez Martinez; 32 pages
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High Seas Terror (1008)
The Star Princess, an older luxury liner, has seen its fair share of uneventful duty over the years. But when its mostly baby boomer retired passengers start showing up dead mere hours after it sailed from Miami, Florida, the vessel becomes a true ship of horrors. Victims are found with their flesh stripped from their bodies, while captain crew are dumbfounded as to the cause. Who, or what is the mysterious killer preying on the passengers, and can they be found and stopped? You’ll find out the answer in the horrifying adventure, “High Seas Terror.”
Inside you’ll find eight pre-generated character cards, maps, player aids, and a fun night of horror gaming. FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are designed to be compatible with percentile horror roleplaying game systems of yesterday and today. Rules-light, follow-along instructions also allow our modules to be played on their own without the need for additional rulebooks.
“Fighting these creatures has been my life’s journey ever since I was a young man. Little did I know that I would one day be as old and weak as the favorite prey of these foul beasts.
You must be brave in this dangerous endeavor. Staying pure of heart and never being afraid is essential, even when you feel that one is near. They know when you are weak, and that is when they are likely to strike.
The creatures will try everything to trick you, to earn your trust. But you must not hesitate! Shoot, with all confidence in your mission! The great Brahma will be with you and guide you. But you must not weaken. Shoot!”
Written By: Richard Ravalli and Jeremy Gypton; Cover: Pete Collins; Interior Art: Eric Smith; Cartography: Tiffany Munro; 24 pages
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Northwest Nightmares (1009)
On their moderately popular video podcast, the Validators investigate and debunk supernatural speculation, paranormal claims, and urban legends. Each episode asserts to solve an unusual mystery and reveal unknown truths, but the revelation proves to be something far more pedestrian. For their latest podcast, the team has come to the beautiful, forested environs of Oregon and Washington, investigating and cataloging its numerous paranormal claims. Have the Validators finally found more they can bargain for in the Pacific Northwest of the United States? You’ll find out the answer in the horrifying adventure, “Northwest Nightmares.”
Inside you’ll find eight pre-generated character cards, maps, player aids, and a fun night of horror gaming. FRIGHTSHOW CLASSICS adventures are designed to be compatible with percentile horror roleplaying game systems of yesterday and today. Rules-light, follow-along instructions also allow our modules to be played on their own without the need for additional rulebooks.
This thrilling release features two episodic adventures that can be used as parts of a larger modern-day paranormal campaign or as one-shot sessions.
“Meet the Validators!
They are a group of paranormal enthusiasts who are well-known for exposing supernatural hoaxes via their lively social media posts. Based on the East Coast, they travel the country investigating mysteries and seeking answers to unexplained phenomena.
But when the team visits the forests of the Pacific Northwest, they meet their challenge in two dark and deadly situations. Grab your gear and prepare to stream, and scream, with your fellow paranormal fans. Hopefully the horrors of the forest don’t consume you first.”
Written By: Scott George and Torquhil Farquharson; Cover: Pete Collins; Interior Art: Mac Teg; Cartography: Tiffany Munro; 28 pages