Jun 16, 2023 2:44 am
You’re needed, investigators: join the secret society Candela Obscura to confront occult horrors from beyond, keeping hidden the true nature of magickal incursions besetting our world.
In the poverty-stricken district of South Soffit, fear grips the residents as a series of gruesome murders plagues the streets. Each victim, a destitute woman, met her untimely end under the shroud of darkness, her body bearing ritualistic markings. Panic spreads like wildfire, and whispers of a demonic cult grew louder.
Arthur Pembroke, an esteemed artist, had been commissioned to paint a portrait of wealthy industrialist, Victoria Carlyle, a recluse known for her ethereal beauty. As he meticulously brushes strokes upon the canvas, an unsettling feeling creeps over him. Each day, he notices subtle changes in the portrait, Lady Victoria's countenance growing colder and her eyes filled with a menacing glare. Is he doing it unconsciously? Is a jealous rival somehow defacing his work? Why doesn't anyone else see it happening?
In a dimly lit music hall, renowned pianist Sebastian Blackwood prepared for his grand performance. As he swept his fingers across the ivory keys, an eerie melody filled the air, hauntingly beautiful. Night after night, the haunting melody grew louder, tormenting Sebastian's mind and driving him to the edge of madness.
Candela Obscura is a horror tabletop roleplaying game (TTRPG) about occult investigators who hunt down dangerous supernatural forces making incursions into a world very much like your own. Candela Obscura is also the name of the paranormal secret society charged with protecting the sprawling, turn-of-the-century city of Newfaire—a place built atop the ruins of an ancient, fallen civilization still teeming with the remnants of powerful magick.
We will be using the rules as presented in the free Quickstart Guide, but running homebrew scenarios of my design.
✅ Adult Content or Controversial Themes: This game is intended to be in the Horror Genre. It will feature themes that some players might consider sensitive, including but not limited to: adult relations, violence to self and others, madness, eldritch monsters, etc. That said, Lines & Veils, X-Cards, and an Open Door Policy will be in effect.
✅ Character Restrictions: We will be using the pre-generated Quickstart Guide characters.
✅ Game Duration: Unknown exactly. I'm willing to go as long as there is interest, but with limited character advancement options I could see an upper limit.
✅ Post Frequency: I'm in favor of a more relaxed pace, and longer posts to explore characters. 4 posts per week sounds good to me. More is allowed, but not required.
✅ Player Experience Requirements: Open to anyone wanting to learn this new system. I'm new to the system as well, but have been playing World of Darkness and Call of Cthulhu style horror games for more than a decade. We'll learn together, it should be fun.
✅ How to Apply: Post in this thread and I'll send invites.
✅ Welcoming to Marginalized Groups: Yes.
