Greetings, adventurers and fellow D&D enthusiasts! Today, we’re diving into the leafy labyrinth of The Bad Patch, the latest release from the masterminds at Blackvault who brought you Eldritch: the Book of Madness. This enchanting tome promises to transform your gaming table into a verdant battleground where your five-a-day get a decidedly monstrous makeover. Ready your pruning shears and prepare for a horticultural horror show like no other!
Innovative Plant Monsters
Ever dreamed of battling a DragonFruit or evading the deadly clutches of a BlindWeed? Your dreams (or nightmares) are about to come true. The Bad Patch offers over 100 plant-based monsters, each brought to life in loving detail. These creatures, ranging from the whimsical Rotten Apples to the terrifying Cruentus Rose, will add a fresh, green challenge to your campaigns. Whether you're looking for light-hearted encounters or deep-rooted horrors, this book has it all.
New Plant Subtypes and Unique Locations
Step aside, mundane vegetation! The Bad Patch introduces new subtypes such as Mushrooms, Toadstools, Mold, and the Sinister Trees. Plus, it features an intriguing new habitat: Grass. But this isn’t your average lawn – these grasses have unique powers and attract creatures that will defend them with a vengeance. Your players will never look at a patch of greenery the same way again.
Deep Lore and Dark Entities
Building on the rich background of Eldritch: the Book of Madness, The Bad Patch delves into the malevolent plans of Abalokk, the Lord of Rot. This new Lord, an enemy of all living things, seeks to consume the life force of the earth, leaving disease and death in his wake. The Mold, a hive mind from the Dark Place, adds another layer of horror, draping a cloak of disease across the world. Monsters, spies, and sentinels, the Mold is a fearsome opponent that sees all.
Diverse and Detailed Chapters
Each chapter of The Bad Patch is meticulously crafted, offering endless inspiration for your campaigns:
Chapter 1: Introduction - Set the stage with an update from Vander Hallow, offering an overview of the setting and a glimpse into what’s yet to come.
Chapter 2: New Rules - Refine your gameplay with updated rules for suffocation and new mechanics like hallucinogens and “Boss Moves” that add strategic depth to battles.
Chapter 3: New Plant Monsters - A veritable druid’s grove of creatures awaits, from the Bitter Lemon to the whimsical Rotten Apples and the dark Cruentus Rose. There’s a plant monster for every taste!
Chapter 4: The Lord of Rot - Dive into the lore of Abalokk, with details on his cults, dark powers, and avatars. Incorporate this malevolent entity effortlessly into your game with extensive background and character details.
Chapter 5: The Rot - This shadow-infused entity exists to corrupt and consume all living things. With comprehensive details, you can easily insert this legendary enemy into your campaigns.
Chapter 6: The Spore - Encounter a faceless horror that spews forth monstrous offspring from the Dark Place, striking terror into the hearts of the living.
The Bad Patch is set to be a bountiful harvest of terror and delight for D&D enthusiasts. Whether you’re a dungeon master looking to surprise your players or a collector eager for the next big thing in tabletop RPGs, this book is not to be missed. So, grab your watering can and back The Bad Patch on Kickstarter. It’s time to let your adventures take root and flourish in the most unexpected ways. - Malrus
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