Posts Tagged ‘rpg’
Halloween Cryptid Series: Snarly Yow
The Snarly Yow is a cryptid that has been reported in the mountains near Harpers Ferry, West Virginia, possibly since the first Germans settled in the upper Potoma1. The creature is often described as a large black dog-like apparition and is known for the yowling sound it makes through a mouth filled with teeth2. What…
Read MoreWorlds of Pulp-Savage Twilight™, 2024
A good friend recently asked me about my plans for Worlds of Pulp in 2024. I’m proud to say that I’ve already produced several successful titles, including Davey Beauchamp’s Amazing Pulp Adventures™, Rotwang City—The City of Shadows™, Ron Fortier’s Cape Noire™, and Wild West Horse Opera™. But there’s even more exciting content on the horizon!…
Read MoreWhat Kind of RPG Would You Make?
What’s up, my fellow role-playing Comancheros! I hope you’re all having a totally righteous day. I got a question for ya: what if you could create your very own role-playing game? Imagine designing a game that is precisely tailored to your style of play and personal interests. Well, today, that’s exactly what we’re going to…
Read MoreThey Huffed and they Puffed…
Ah, reminiscing about the 80s, I recall the thrilling adventures in the company of friends, amidst an abundance of candy and soda. Together, we triumphed over dragons, battled monsters, and embraced heroic pursuits. Yet, unbeknownst to us, there lingered a shadowy menace beyond the realm of the game. It pervaded every corner of existence. Alas,…
Read MoreHalloween Cryptid Series: Idrid Cold
We took liberties with the exact appearance of Indrid Cold. We found there were differing accounts, all that claimed they were encounters with Cold. The alien known as Indrid Cold remains shrouded in mystery, but here are some of his reported characteristics and a few links for further information. While researching Indrid Cold, I couldn’t…
Read MoreHalloween Cryptid Series: Flatwoods Monster
Do you believe in cryptids? West Virginia’s Flatwoods Monster is a legendary creature surrounded by mystery and folklore. For years, it has been the subject of speculation among role-playing gamers and pulp enthusiasts alike. But what do we know about the fearsome Flatwoods Monster lurking within our imagination? In this blog series, we will take…
Read MoreSixteen Years and Still Going Strong
On this Independence Day, Scaldcrow Games celebrates our 16th year. We want to express our gratitude to our dedicated contributors and loyal players who stood by us through the years. Without their unwavering support, we would not be where we are today. It’s hard to believe how much time has flown by since we first…
Read MoreWorlds of Pulp Storytelling Elements
Welcome to the epic world of Pulp RPGs! If you’re new to the Pen and Paper RPG community, you may be wondering about the secret sauce behind creating and playing a truly engaging and memorable pulp-style adventure story. Lucky for you, Worlds of Pulp has an ever-expanding base of campaign worlds encompassing all genres, and…
Read MoreWORLDS OF PULP: The Art of Simple
When it comes to role playing games, there are many different ways to approach the mechanics of dice rolling. Some games use complex systems with multiple dice, modifiers, and special rules, while Worlds of Pulp sticks to a simple two-dice system with minimal modifiers. While both approaches have their merits, there are several advantages to…
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