In the Dungeon of the Wizard Lord Keraptis (TRG1 &TRG2)

A project in Amherst Junction, WI by Tim Krause
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A 5E Adventure for Dungeons and Dragons
Backers: 149
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Funded: $2,754 of $500
Dates: Jul 9th -> Aug 8th (30 days)
Project By: Tim Krause
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Latest News

We Did It!

August 8th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi Folks!  Congrats we did it, and with EIGHT stretch goals, meaning tons more content among other things. I'll be posting and updating regarding next steps over the next few days.  Again, congratulations! Adventure on, Tim  (Read More)

$2500! Another $250 stretch goal

August 8th - via: kickstarter.com
The Ruins of Xan Yae's Kingdom, the latest $250 stretch goal: a bonus side adventure (with ideas for how to start and run into in the Appendix).  The $2.750 stretch goal is in the project description.   (Read More)

With Under 24 hours to go!

August 7th - via: kickstarter.com
With time running short, I'm going to offer an unexpected update on at least one of the last stretch goals.  There are few opportunities for long rests in this adventure!  For DMs that need them, I'll add two maps for side-adventures when your... (Read More)

Second Hint Artwork!

August 6th - via: kickstarter.com
More new artwork!   (Read More)

We Did It!

August 5th - via: kickstarter.com
$2,000 stretch goal is in the works. There's not much time left so I'm going to try something different for a final duo of stretch goals at $2250 and $2500.   (Read More)

Updated Bulette

August 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
I wasn't happy with the color choices for the bulette, which have since been updated! See what you think...  (Read More)

New Monster: Efreeti!

August 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
One of the key monsters in the original "S" series, the Efreeti!  As a classic, the look of the efreeti will stay classic. He'll be sure to menace even the strongest of adventurers!  (Read More)

Mystery Monster! Any Guesses?

August 2nd - via: kickstarter.com
Here's the original description of this frightful beast, who makes an appearance in the Keraptis modules! This nightmare creature is loathsome beyond description and has no redeeming features. Its body resembles that of a huge, bloated buffalo and... (Read More)

On Ouisconsin! Fans!

August 1st - via: kickstarter.com
I know a number of you are, or will soon be On Ouisconsin! fans. TMR1 and TMR2 are both set in mythical Wisconsin.  I'm thrilled to announce Tomorrow River Games is working on TMR3 and TMR4, set in Paulding and Nonesuch Mines in Michigan--continuing... (Read More)

Question on Stretch Goals

August 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, I've been thinking about a new stretch goal. Any ideas? So last week, I was looking at all of the maps that Tomorrow River Games has generated, and just for fun thought I would assemble them in one place.  It turned into about 90 pages of... (Read More)

The Minotaur has Arrived

August 1st - via: kickstarter.com
Hi All,  A surprise trap awaits somewhere in Keraptis' lair, and rumor has it there may be multiple minotaurs lurking in the shadows!  Here is the latest from Cornel.  Happy Adventuring,  Tim p.s. And amazing getting to 100 backer!!!  (Read More)

$1,500: We Did It!

July 30th - via: kickstarter.com
We made the $1,500 mark! Thanks so much for your continued support.  We're working on editing and artwork: all the writing is done! I've heard from a few folks who are excited about hitting $2,000 and the hard copy.  We definitely have some time,... (Read More)

Play-Testing: New Miniatures

July 27th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, A light break from the updates. In anticipation of a little play-testing, I thought it would be fun to paint a handful of new miniatures to celebrate the finishing of writing and the last steps of publishing the Keraptis modules!   (Read More)

Original Artwork

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
There's some great D&D artwork out there, but I really have enjoyed Cornel Robinson's work. He's now begun work on original monster art for Keraptis. The first to share: the dreaded Land Shark or Bulette!   (Read More)

Assault on Keraptis

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Velnius the Ranger and his Mastiff Xerbo fight at the gates of Keraptis!  (Read More)

Gearing up for Theramour

July 26th - via: kickstarter.com
Never a dull moment at Tomorrow River Games as we start thinking about what a different kind of adventure might look like. Larger numbers, more tactical, the Theramour Series (TGK) will have something for everyone.  Here's both a sneak peak at a... (Read More)

Writing Complete!

July 25th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi All, I just finished up the last writing touches for the Keraptis modules. The last on the list was to write up the statistics for the AD&D monster stretch goal (I know we're going to make $1,500!).  Now that we're done writing, it's artwork... (Read More)

Reference Maps

July 25th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

An Update from Tomorrow River Games

July 24th - via: kickstarter.com
As many of you know, I have been working on multiple adventures, and many of you have graciously supported all of them (and are waiting for new ones).  I thought it would be fun to assemble the titles of all of them in one graphic. TMR1 is out, and... (Read More)

MAP: The Tomb of Keraptis (TRG3)

July 24th - via: kickstarter.com
I'm anticipating that we'll meet our stretch goal of $1,500 and TRG1, 2 & 3 will all ship. To that end, I'm working on more surprises for all of you. I hope you find the map visually interesting! But what you can't see (or your players for that... (Read More)

REVISED: Stretch Goals

July 23rd - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, I've been hearing a lot of excitement for the third module, and folks who want to be sure that we meet the stretch goal and we get it into your hands. To that end, I swapped stretch goals four and five! I hope we still get to the fifth goal... (Read More)

Newest Monster: Something More Sinister?

July 21st - via: kickstarter.com
We've shared some of the artwork for the Keraptis modules, but what if something even more sinister lurks in the deepest, darkest caves?  You can look forward to more artwork in the next two weeks, but this guy sure looks nasty!   (Read More)

Stretch Goal Achieved!

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
We did it! We surpassed $1,250. I've been working on the AD&D stats, and they're nearly ready to go.  Up next? Hardcover edition of the module if we break $1,500.  Later tonight, I'll post the newest monster. TEASER: Keraptis isn't necessarily... (Read More)

A Brief Update While on Vacation!

July 20th - via: kickstarter.com
Dear Adventurers, I took a brief vacation this week, but for me that means more writing and map-making. I'm anticipating making the stretch goal for TGK3 (of course).  So I've been playing around with concepts for maps, which lead to stories which... (Read More)

A Challenge for Keraptis!

July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
 Hi all, It's looking more like TRG3 is going to be a reality! So while we keep working on illustrations, I'm writing and creating new challenges for the party, like this one. It should be a blast!  A Maze Puzzle!  (Read More)

Final Emerald Room

July 18th - via: kickstarter.com
We have a final emerald room!   (Read More)

$2,000 stretch goal

July 17th - via: kickstarter.com
One of the suggestions for a new stretch goal was another level. What made more sense to me, though was a third module to round out the Keraptis series. At $2,000, I'll add The Tomb of Keraptis (TRG3) to the final printing.  NOTE: this is brand new... (Read More)

Emerald Room Leader

July 17th - via: kickstarter.com
 Hi all, Above is the image that ya'll seem to favor the most so far. If you haven't reviewed all of the submissions and voted please do so here: https://www.designcrowd.com/vote/emerald-altar-in-dungeon There's a good chance this will set the... (Read More)

Latest Stretch Goal!

July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Emerald Art Illustrations

July 16th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, I have a number of folks competing to work on our illustrations. The following are all for a room in the dungeon that contains a large emerald. What do you like best (by #1, starting top left)? Keep in mind the rest of the illustrations will... (Read More)

First of the Illustrations for Dungeon of Keraptis!

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
The first draft artwork came in earlier this morning, and I'm curious what you all think. This is for one of the puzzles in the Dungeon of Keraptis. I don't think the jewel on the altar is quite right, but it's a good start to a retro feel. Looking... (Read More)

Second and Third Stretch Goals!

July 15th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, It looks like we're well on our way to achieving our second and third stretch goals! To that end, we're exploring new printing options for color.  The statistics blocks are almost completely written with AD&D in mind as a supplemental... (Read More)

The Cover is Here!

July 13th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, Still have some final tweaking to do, but we have an outer cover to The Dungeon of Keraptis!  Cover for Dungeon of Keraptis  (Read More)

Sneak Peak for Backers: Original 1980s Version of TRG1!

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
This post is for backers only. Please visit Kickstarter.com and log in to read. (Read More)

Map: The Lair of Keraptis (TRG2)

July 12th - via: kickstarter.com
Part of the inspiration for the second map actually comes from the original 1980s module. On the back of the original map is a very partial start to a map for this section of the dungeon!  I attempted to preserve the spirit original set in the... (Read More)

First Map and UPDATE TO STRETCH GOALS

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Here's the current version of the Dungeon Map! Tomorrow I'll post the second dungeon map. If you read yesterday's update, the goal is to go for a combined retro, hand-drawn play-at-home kind of look and feel.  Also note that we've added two new... (Read More)

More Character Art for Dungeons of Keraptis

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
The artwork is slowly starting to roll in for TRG1 and TRG2! This one: a female fighter ready to take on the Dungeons of Keraptis!  Female Fighter  (Read More)

Theatre of the Mind

July 11th - via: kickstarter.com
Delving Deeper In  I love theatre of the mind, but the fun about this modules is that the dive is going to take your characters deeper than they have ever gone before!  (Read More)

About the Maps for the Keraptis Modules (TRG1 & TRG2)

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Creating Maps for Modules As a DM, the best adventures always start with the map. With a good map, I believe that creative and experienced DMs can allow the adventure to unfold as the party begins exploring.  The process for writing and designing... (Read More)

New Monster Illustration!

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Hi all, I don't want to ruin some of the surprises in TRG1 and TRG2, so let's just say another illustration has arrived for the monsters that you'll encounter in The Dungeon of Keraptis/Lair of Keraptis! Another monster for the module makes its... (Read More)

Wizards Oh My!

July 10th - via: kickstarter.com
Wizard Because you guys are amazing, we're working on full-color illustration for this module, like this wizard!   (Read More)

About the Main Image for the Campaign

July 9th - via: kickstarter.com
Adventurers delve into the dungeon of Keraptis This image captures why I'm passionate about this project. The set is cardstock, that is printed, and that I completed in 2017.  The miniatures are original 1980s Grenadier miniatures. When I was... (Read More)

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