Fantastic cover and a great map. Very reminiscent of Jack Vance, so ties nicely into the Appendix N theme. Looks like it would be fun to run. Nice job.
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| Criteria | Rank | Score* | Raw Score |
| Playability: how easy would it be to run this module? | #6 | 4.316 | 4.316 |
| Overall | #11 | 4.432 | 4.432 |
| Art: how well does the art support the other content? | #14 | 4.684 | 4.684 |
| Writing: how clear and/or interesting is the writing? | #15 | 4.368 | 4.368 |
| Theme: how well would the module have fit into the Appendix N? | #21 | 4.526 | 4.526 |
| Layout: how easy is it to find all the presented information? | #46 | 4.263 | 4.263 |
Ranked from 19 ratings. Score is adjusted from raw score by the median number of ratings per game in the jam.
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This is a fantastic adventure that perfectly captures a whimsical, yet dangerous, Appendix N feel. The central premise of exploring the petrified guts of a dragon-wizard is a brilliant hook. The writing is a real highlight; its evocative and efficient prose, such as the yawning cave with its rough tongue of a path, guides the GM perfectly. The mechanics are cleverly tied to the anatomy, from the gusting lungs to the acidic stomach, making the dungeon feel like a living environment.
The art has a great charm, and the thematic map is a standout feature. The layout is clear, but the map is so effective it could easily serve as a centre-spread with the location keys arranged around it. This is a minor thought on an otherwise fun and thematically fitting adventure. Well done!
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He Who Walks with ShadowsThe cover is great. I love the extra little touches to make it look like an old paperback.
Honestly, all of the aesthetics are great. The cream-colored paper, the font choices, the art. All great.
Incredible job of laying out an interesting dungeon (although that brain is not where I'd expect it to be) in one page and change, along with an evocative map and a single page of background and interesting monsters.
I don't see a system stated anywhere in the PDF. Is this for Cairn? A delightful adventure, no matter what.
I loved the cover and the map. A cave made of an ancient sorcerer turned to stone, cool. Simple and straightforward, the design and text are clean and clear. Very good.
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The Gloaming UrnfieldExcellent use of space and layout. The art and maps are stellar. I wish there were a few more proverbial buttons and levers for the party to mess with scattered throughout, but everything presented seems well thought out and in-line with the story. I especially appreciate that you took the time to discuss your inspirations on the project page. This is a standout entry.
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The Cutpurse's DilemmaVery clever set up. This is well designed and easy to follow. Nice!
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Death, Imprisoned!Smashing art and sweet map. In my head canon a "rough tounge" is like a mythical measurement of tonnage. Stone-Lice are a great idea. I like that this doesn't try to do too much - good work.
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Saber of the Saffron ElfClean layout and a really cool idea for an adventure, the art in this is fantastic and I love that map, awesome work!
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Travellers of the Last EonI like this premise: the dragon has become the mountain itself and its innards have become the caverns being explored. 👍 So if the pin is pulled and the PCs are still inside after 30 minutes... ?
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Those Who Call Down the MoonThe art and layout is great. Loved the dungeon and the possibility of fighting Vylziangk itself!!!
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Curse of the Crimson EyeSuch a great concept, absolutely obsessed with the cover art!!
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Rogues Blood at TwilightLove the idea of pulling the Stone Pin and just completely flipping a campaign on its head!
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The Mountain of PowerVery vancian! This might be my favourite one yet! Good to see such a bevvy of Appendix N authors listed as inspiration, especially Lieber, When The Sea-King's Away was an inspiration for my entry too. Good luck!
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