Death is not the end.

Strap on your bearded axe and linden wood shield, delve into the forsaken barrow and cleanse the draugr within. They will overhwhelm you at first so prepare to die. But when you wake up at the bonfire, you'll know what to expect for your next attempt. Parry their attacks, disarm them, and hack them to pieces. Defeat the mad jotunn within and claim the soul remnant he protects.

About the Game:

Simple and fast character creation. Intense combat and weapon abilities. Risk/reward fatigue management. Dark Souls-inspired mechanics such as bonfires and respawning enemies. Runecairn is the Norse fantasy adventure you've been waiting for.

4 starting classes, 15 mysterious monsters, dangerous Viking weapons and armour.

Designed for two players, one warden and one adventurer.

Creative Team:

Writing, Layout, & Design by Colin Le Sueur
Published by Odin's Beard

44 pages, A5, staple-bound softcover zine, b&w interior, color cover, 130gsm paper. PDF included.

Also check out the dungeon crawl for Runecairn, Beneath the Broken Sword