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product_id: 222870113
title: "- Publishing Vaesen Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook, Gothic Nordic Horror RPG Hardback, Full Color, Tabletop Board Game for Adults, Family, Teens 14+"
brand: "free league"
price: "₩128861"
currency: KRW
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reviews_count: 13
category: "Free League"
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# 9 instant archetypes + deep character creation Full-color hardcover, premium quality Award-winning Year Zero Engine mechanics - Publishing Vaesen Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook, Gothic Nordic Horror RPG Hardback, Full Color, Tabletop Board Game for Adults, Family, Teens 14+

**Brand:** free league
**Price:** ₩128861
**Availability:** ✅ In Stock

## Summary

> 🕯️ Unleash ancient fears and master Nordic horror—your next legendary RPG awaits!

## Quick Answers

- **What is this?** - Publishing Vaesen Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook, Gothic Nordic Horror RPG Hardback, Full Color, Tabletop Board Game for Adults, Family, Teens 14+ by free league
- **How much does it cost?** ₩128861 with free shipping
- **Is it available?** Yes, in stock and ready to ship
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## Best For

- free league enthusiasts

## Why This Product

- Trusted free league brand quality
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## Key Features

- • **Dive into Nordic Gothic Horror:** Explore a mythic 19th-century Scandinavia where folklore creatures lurk in every shadow.
- • **Stunning Art by Johan Egerkrans:** Immerse yourself in eerie, atmospheric visuals that bring Nordic myths vividly to life.
- • **Streamlined, Fast-Paced Gameplay:** Award-winning Year Zero Engine ensures smooth combat, investigations, and horror mechanics.
- • **Instant & Deep Character Creation:** Choose from 9 ready-to-play archetypes or craft rich backstories with life path tables.
- • **Premium Hardcover with Ribbon Bookmark:** Durable, high-quality materials built to withstand countless game nights.

## Overview

The Vaesen Roleplaying Game Core Rulebook is a premium hardcover RPG that plunges players into a chilling Nordic folklore setting inspired by 19th-century Scandinavia. Powered by the award-winning Year Zero Engine, it offers fast, adaptable mechanics for combat and investigations. Featuring 9 ready-to-play archetypes and deep character customization, plus stunning full-color artwork by Johan Egerkrans, this book is designed for both newcomers and veteran gamers seeking immersive, atmospheric horror roleplay.

## Description

Step into a chilling world of Nordic folklore with Vaesen – Nordic Horror Roleplaying, where dark myths and twisted creatures come to life in a beautifully illustrated, Gothic setting. Inspired by the works of Johan Egerkrans, the game transports you to a mythic version of 19th-century northern Europe, where ancient fears still reign. The award-winning Year Zero Engine offers fast and intuitive mechanics for combat, investigations, and horror, ensuring a seamless and thrilling experience. With nine pre-made archetypes and customizable life paths, you can quickly dive into this eerie world and uncover its hidden terrors.

Review: As a long time GM, this is a must-have. - Beautiful artwork, quality materials. I am excited to run games with it, I will write a more in-depth review of the game itself once I've given it a try. But the book itself is amazing, and I will point out the cover is much more resistant than many RPG books. After first session I can say it runs well! While it was a learning curve from many RPGs, the mechanics and theme work very well. I definitely recommend reading through the whole book at least once, as I found some of the rules confusing. Great game for beginners or long time RPG gamers!
Review: Absolutely great RPG book! - First off, I was not expecting such high quality materials from the physical book itself. The paper and hardback cover is very good quality, and even comes with a ribbon bookmark. Secondly, the game itself is very easy to pick up but still lends itself to enabling very good and deep TTRPG sessions. I absolutely love the art, and the overall setting and worldbuilding in it is interesting even for those who don't end up playing the game and using it for inspiration. Very happy with this new discovery and can't wait to read more and possibly buy the other books.

## Features

- IMMERSE YOURSELF IN FANTASY NORDIC FOLKLORE: This core rulebook transports players into a dark Gothic world inspired by ancient Scandinavian myths and Nordic horror, where creatures from folklore lurk in every shadow.
- UNIQUE RPG GAMEPLAY MECHANICS: Using the award-winning Year Zero Engine, this roleplay book provides streamlined, adaptable rules for combat, investigations, and horror, ensuring fast-paced and engaging gameplay.
- INSTANT CHARACTER CREATION: With nine ready-to-use archetypes, you can start playing within minutes, or use the life path tables to craft a character rich with backstory and depth.
- A MYSTERIOUS, CHILLING ROLEPLAYING SETTING: Explore a mythic version of 19th-century northern Europe, where the old ways still dominate the countryside and fear of the supernatural is very real.
- BEAUTIFULLY ILLUSTRATED BY JOHAN EGERKRANS: The game brings the eerie and mysterious world of Vaesen to life with stunning core rules artwork by the renowned Swedish illustrator and author.

## Technical Specifications

| Specification | Value |
|---------------|-------|
| ASIN | 9189143922 |
| Best Sellers Rank | #99,495 in Toys & Games ( See Top 100 in Toys & Games ) #2,656 in Board Games (Toys & Games) |
| Customer Reviews | 4.8 4.8 out of 5 stars (364) |
| Department | Adults |
| Item Weight | 2.46 pounds |
| Item model number | FLF-VAS01 |
| Language | English |
| Manufacturer | Free League Publishing |
| Manufacturer recommended age | 14 years and up |
| Product Dimensions | 8.5 x 11 x 0.5 inches |
| Release date | August 1, 2020 |

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## Customer Reviews

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ As a long time GM, this is a must-have.
*by B***D on July 29, 2022*

Beautiful artwork, quality materials. I am excited to run games with it, I will write a more in-depth review of the game itself once I've given it a try. But the book itself is amazing, and I will point out the cover is much more resistant than many RPG books. After first session I can say it runs well! While it was a learning curve from many RPGs, the mechanics and theme work very well. I definitely recommend reading through the whole book at least once, as I found some of the rules confusing. Great game for beginners or long time RPG gamers!

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Absolutely great RPG book!
*by T***D on July 19, 2023*

First off, I was not expecting such high quality materials from the physical book itself. The paper and hardback cover is very good quality, and even comes with a ribbon bookmark. Secondly, the game itself is very easy to pick up but still lends itself to enabling very good and deep TTRPG sessions. I absolutely love the art, and the overall setting and worldbuilding in it is interesting even for those who don't end up playing the game and using it for inspiration. Very happy with this new discovery and can't wait to read more and possibly buy the other books.

### ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ High quality all around
*by T***R on May 30, 2025*

This is a phenomenal game and the book is high quality. The illustrations make biting a hard copy a must.

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