Spooky month is upon us! And what better way to get into the spirit than by spotlighting some bone-chilling adventures from One-Shot Wonders.
Whether you’re after some ghostly encounters, eerie mysteries, or spine-tingling adventures for your Halloween DnD nights, we’ve got an adventure for you. Remember, the adventures in One-Shot Wonders all come with tips for making them easier or harder, so you can run any of these one-shots, no matter what level your party is.
1. CROSSED BONES
Recommended Level: 1–2
Summary: a spooky investigation in a haunted graveyard (pg 12-13)
During a visit to a historic battlefield, the party find that one fallen soldier is no longer resting in peace. They must work with a local friar to help the warrior’s soul find rest before the haunting presence disrupts an upcoming ceremony of remembrance.
2. TRIAL AND ERROR
Recommended Level: 3–4
Summary: a heart-pounding escape from a laboratory (pg 14-15)
The Nexus Laboratory sits in a remote part of the frozen tundra, far from prying eyes who would tamper with the innovative projects that take place here. However, when a test subject gets loose, outsiders may be the only ones who can help the scientists find a solution.
3. WELCOME HOME
Recommended Level: 5–6
Summary: an eerie encounter inside a creepy mansion (pg 88-89)
A leek farmer recently inherited a mansion from a long-lost relative. After years of neglect, however, the forest has started to reclaim the house. In addition to rats and creepy crawlies, the mansion hides many secrets about its previous inhabitants...
4. SPECTATOR SPORT
Recommended Level: 7–8
Summary: a daring breakout from a twisted carnival (pg 136-137)
How could the party snub an opportunity to blow off some steam between adventures by playing a few carnival games? Upon arriving at the fair, however, it becomes clear that this is no ordinary day out. The party become trapped, and must win to survive. Game on!
5. TEACHER'S PET
Recommended Level: 9+
Summary: a chilling encounter in a deserted village (pg 164-165)
A necromancer has returned to exact her revenge upon the village that once labelled her an outcast. Villagers have either been pushed into hiding, or turned into horrifying zombies. It’s time to storm the school that the spellcaster is occupying, and break her deadly grip.
If you haven’t got your copy of One-Shot Wonders yet, here’s a free download of Crossed Bones for you to enjoy! We’ve also included the map for this adventure from the Map Library, which comes out early 2025.
