Vaesen: A GM's Perspective

My gamemaster's perspective of "Vaesen", a game about nordic horror by Free League. But it's so much more than that!
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[@Mr.RobotHead]

Great review! I initially passed on Vaesen, mostly because I didn't think the style was going to work for anyone I game with, and I didn't realize just how much folklore was involved. I initially thought it had more of a modern Scandinavian "true crime" style (and that shows how shallow my initial look at it was). But Free League gave away the PDF for free recently, and then I picked up the solo rules. I'm going to take it for a spin myself and then maybe see if one of my groups wants to give it a shot once we're done with the Dragonbane Misty Vale campaign.

[@danmaertens7872]

I’m going to start this game soon, thanks for the helpful run down.

[@goldberry_riverdaughter]

Thank you for this detailed overview! That section on how to create a mystery sounds awesome.

[@theokogod6711]

Vaesen is one of a few RPGs I've been curious about for a while. Thanks for posting this, as it really helps.

[@kslique]

I ran the Dance of Dreams for my group. Half of them LOVED it, and the other half couldn't get on board with a system that wasn't built around heroic fantasy combat. So... it sits on my shelf. I personally prefer this over D&D, but I have to find players that agree

[@Sebbaasdungeon]

Yeah, horror games are not for everyone. On the other hand, you might find players for Vaesen, that don't like the hack&slay nature of D&D.

[@hariblackmore1369]

Very useful review and overview - many thanks!

[@cwesley2005]

Just bought this game. Mostly bc your accent is perfect! Thanks!

[@Sebbaasdungeon]

And now every time you monster descriptions in the Vaesen rules, you'll hear my voice. ;)

[@PeculiarNotions]

Thank you for this strong overview.

[@edwardromero3580]

A solid review of a beautiful game.

[@nosotrosloslobosestamosreg4115]

I'm stealing it way to use monsters.

[@MrRourk]

Been looking at the Walking Dead Game. This is very interesting as well.

[@timhaldane7588]

You look about 20 years younger than I expected from your voice.

[@Sebbaasdungeon]

😂

[@chaznightlord8664]

Vaesen!