Show Notes
Grab your lantern and your coping mechanisms because this week on the RPGBOT.Podcast, we’re diving into Vaesen—the TTRPG where 19th-century Scandinavia is spooky AF and your trauma is basically a superpower. Expect ghostly mysteries, a crash course in HQ decorating (yes, it matters), and plenty of critical injuries and “oops” moments to keep things interesting.
It’s folklore, teamwork, and spectral shenanigans at their finest. Who needs combat when you’ve got unresolved emotional baggage? Tune in to find out if your party is ready to face the real horror: proper collaboration.
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Summary
On this episode of the RPGBOT.Podcast, the crew journeys to 19th-century Scandinavia to unravel the eerie mysteries of the TTRPG Vaesen. With spirits straight out of folklore, a setting dripping with atmospheric dread, and trauma as your ticket to seeing the supernatural, it’s part Scooby-Doo and part existential crisis.
The hosts dive into investigative gameplay that’s less about swinging swords and more about solving spectral whodunits while dodging critical injuries and awkward character defects. They unpack the rules of ghostbusting with a side of teamwork, historical trivia, and the occasional “Hey, should we have brought more salt?”
Tune in as they debate the true horror: malevolent spirits or trying to keep your player agency intact. It’s a hilarious and heartfelt look at mystery arcs, collaboration, and why your game group needs a solid headquarters — because nothing says “spiritually prepared” like a Scandi chic base of operations.
Materials Referenced in this Episode
- Vaesen (affiliate link)
- Content from RPGBOT.net
- RPGBOT.Podcast Episodes
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