RUSTWATER Quickstart:
FUNDED

WE DID IT!

Thank you, thank you to our amazing backers. We funded our first Kickstarter in about 4 days, and we went on to collect more funds. All of this helps us bring the final, full version of Rustwater much closer to fruition. We could not have done it without your support, sharing, and input. Thank you. We mean it from the bottom of our hearts.

—Dee and Wayne

The Invading Wood

Step into a mystery where the wilderness itself is your enemy.

The Society is summoned to the remote valleys of Norway, where a malevolent forest has come alive near the village of Fåsdal. Once-thriving farmland has been swallowed by twisted trees, buildings lie in ruins, and fleeing villagers speak of dark forces within the woods. Now, the forest grows closer each day, threatening to engulf the entire valley. With a sheriff missing and refugees telling tales of demons and haunted trees, tensions are rising. Villagers demand action, but the local bailiff fears chaos if they attempt to reclaim their homes by force. The fate of Fåsdal—and perhaps the region—rests on your shoulders.

Will you uncover the forest’s ancient secrets before it consumes everything in its path?

This adventure can serve as an epic standalone experience or as part of an ongoing Vaesen campaign. Inside, you’ll find everything you need to immerse yourself in the mystery, including advice for new gamemasters, pre-generated characters, and a full suite of print-ready handouts, maps, and game aids to bring The Invading Wood to life.

Contents:

  • The Invading Wood (adventure) - 32 pages

  • The Invading Wood Print Pack - 18 pages

  • InvadingWoodMaps.zip (GM and player maps)

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Frequently asked questions

  • Kismet Games is the brainchild of Wayne Peacock. Together with writing partner Dee McKinney, they crafted the world of Rustwater, Kismet’s signature product. You can learn more about us and our writing process on our blog page. New releases twice a month.

  • Wayne has been a gamer since 1979. He’s also a retired IT support/manager who has done freelance work for White Wolf. Wayne is currently a zine maker (see: Products). You can also find him on Mastodon: CleverName@dice.camp

  • Dee has been an avid gamer since 1980; her faves include Vaesen, Liminal, and most superhero games. She’s got many freelance credits with White Wolf (and loves their games as well). Ping her on discord (astyanax27) where she spends way too much time.

  • We want to write great games that people will love playing. Our passions are deep world building supported by strong systems and mechanics.

  • Sign up for our email list for a FREE QuickStart later in 2024. We plan to have Rustwater available in print on demand by 2025. In addition to our core game, we have scheduled supplements on the city of Gokleve, new heritage groups, and several ready-to-play adventures. In the near future, we’ll have a Pocket Quest game and a psionic game as well.

  • We regularly run in/around the Athens GA area. We’re always looking for play testers online. Check out our Discord for more information.