Candela Obscura Roleplaying Game (RPG)
Step into the hauntingly beautiful world of Candela Obscura, the investigative horror tabletop RPG set in a gilded age steeped in secrets, occult magic, and creeping corruption. Powered by the Illuminated Worlds System and featured in the hit Critical Role series, this game invites players into a realm where courage and curiosity collide with the unknown.
In Candela Obscura, you and your fellow investigators are members of the secretive organization known as Candela Obscura. Your mission: confront strange occurrences, uncover forbidden magick, and battle the supernatural forces threatening to consume the world. As the boundary between light and darkness blurs, you must face horrors born from corruption and bleed — the dangerous byproduct of reckless magic.
This core rulebook provides everything you need to bring your campaigns to life, including:
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Complete rules and mechanics powered by the Illuminated Worlds System
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Diverse character options for building your unique investigator
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Comprehensive game master guidance for creating immersive campaigns
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Detailed setting lore exploring Newfaire — a city inspired by the turn of the century — and the world beyond its borders
Whether you’re a seasoned storyteller or new to tabletop RPGs, Candela Obscura offers an unforgettable mix of mystery, gothic horror, and cinematic roleplaying.
Key Features:
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Official Critical Role tabletop RPG
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Powered by the Illuminated Worlds System
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Includes all rules, character creation options, and campaign guidance
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Richly detailed world inspired by the late 19th to early 20th century
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Perfect for fans of investigative horror and occult storytelling
Uncover secrets. Face the darkness. Join Candela Obscura and shine your light where the shadows grow deepest.
