Hollow Eve

A 4th-6th Level Gothic Horror Adventure for Shadowdark RPG 

of Tragic Love, Haunting Choices, and a Descent into Darkness

"The Twilight Kingdom is not a place of the dead, nor is it for the living. It is a realm where all things undone reside—unfulfilled oaths, broken dreams, and the hollowed-out remnants of what once was." —Erasmus Blackthorn, the Veilkeeper

In the shadows of what was once the peaceful village of Brookhaven, a malevolent force stirs. Now known as Gloomhaven by fearful neighbors, this once-thriving community exists in a perpetual twilight, its people slowly succumbing to an otherworldly despair. At the heart of this darkness stands Ravencrest Keep, a fortress where tragic love and forbidden magic tore open the veil between worlds.

A Story of Love, Duty, and Sacrifice

Delve into the ruins of Ravencrest Keep, where the forbidden romance between Captain Miles Ross and the mystic Delica led to catastrophe. Their love, forbidden by the secretive Twilight Vigil, became entangled with ancient magic creating devastating consequences. Now their spirits haunt the keep's corridors, their tale waiting to be uncovered by those brave enough to venture within.

Face the Hollow Man

From the shadowy realm known as the Twilight Kingdom emerges the Hollow Man, a being of pure emptiness seeking to spread his influence across the mortal world. As his power grows stronger, the people of Gloomhaven slowly transform into soulless husks, their humanity drained away by his mere presence.

Why Run Hollow Eve?

• Rich Atmospheric Setting. Experience a deeply immersive gothic horror environment where perpetual twilight and creeping shadows create an atmosphere of dread and mystery.
• Compelling Narrative. Uncover the tragic love story at the heart of Ravencrest Keep's fall through scattered clues, ghostly encounters, and ancient artifacts.
• Meaningful Choices. Face moral dilemmas that will test your players' resolve. Will they sacrifice love to save a village, or seek another way?
• Unique Monsters. Battle the terrifying Hollow Man and his minions, including spectral Twilight Hounds and the empty shells of former villagers.
• Multiple Paths to Victory. Choose between different solutions to save Gloomhaven, each with its own consequences and lasting impact on the world.

Perfect For

• Groups who enjoy gothic horror and dark fantasy
• DMs looking for an adventure with strong narrative elements
• Players who love solving mysteries and uncovering dark secrets
• Campaigns featuring themes of sacrifice, redemption, and tragic love
• One-shot sessions or integration into larger campaigns

Will your party be able to save Gloomhaven from the creeping darkness? Can they uncover the truth behind the tragic love story that doomed Ravencrest Keep? And when faced with the final choice, what price will they be willing to pay to seal the rift between worlds?

Hollow Eve is more than just another dungeon crawl—it's a haunting tale of love, sacrifice, and the thin line between duty and desire. Are your players ready to face the darkness that awaits in Ravencrest Keep?

Designed for use with Shadowdark RPG