Harrowed World: Portents In Red News

[p]Before we get onto the character reveal, here’s the first look at new artwork showcasing powerful vampire leader Bella Quillan.[/p][p] [/p][p]She is the vanguard of the Isle of Gallow in 'Harrowed World: Portents In Red', our Modern Gothic Vampire RPG, currently in development. She is draped in a bloodstained gown and wearing a mask, framed by a modern gothic cityscape.[/p][p] [/p][p]Her eyes blaze purple, alive with vampiric power.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Dr Duncan Oswald (formally Lord Dr Duncan Richard Edwin-Oswald) is the new advocatus and master of the Kerrogan Collective on the Isle of Gallow.[/p][p] [/p][p]Duncan is also the protagonist of Duncan's Story, part of 'Harrowed World: What's Past Is Portents', our Episodic Vampire Narrative Game.[/p][p] [/p][p]See the character reveal below:[/p][previewyoutube][/previewyoutube][p] [/p][p]As the reluctant new master of the local Kerrogan he oversees a group of apprentices, pupils in often brutal disciplines of science, who may not entirely appreciate his oversight.[/p][p] [/p][p]As advocatus he represents his estate by appointment of the vanguard Bella Quillan, the overall leader of the pale (vampiric domain) of the Isle of Gallow.[/p][p] [/p][p]While a vanguard does not have to select the local leader of an estate as its advocatus, it's considered common practice to do so. Not to appoint them would often be considered a slight by the snubbed leader.[/p][p][/p][p][/p][p]Duncan is a man that has grown increasingly uncomfortable with his noble origins and often tries to seem more like a down-to-earth everyman though he does not entirely pull it off.[/p][p] [/p][p]While in the presence of a vanguard, or another vampire of more regal bearing, he will often instead dial up his lordly etiquette in an attempt to curry favour and be seen as closer to an equal.[/p][p] [/p][p]Vanguard:[/p]

• [p]Nildenosaj[/p]

[p] [/p][p]Advocatus:[/p]

• [p]LivZombi[/p]

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[p]It’s the first full month of the Harrowed World Patreon and we officially have our second paid member![/p][p] [/p][p]Thank you to LivZombi our first Advocatus member (second highest paid level) and Nildenosaj, our first Vanguard member (highest paid level)![/p][p] [/p][p]If you’re into vampires, creatures & you wish to support indie creations, including an RPG, this is your summons.[/p][p] [/p][p]Free members get regular updates and access to our Discord server, while paid members get exclusive perks.[/p][p] [/p][p]Become a Free or Paid Member now:[/p][p]https://www.patreon.com/cw/HarrowedWorld/membership[/p][p][/p][p][/p]

[p]Another year at an end.[/p][p] [/p][p]It’s been a long year, personally especially. As many of you may know, near the start of this year I lost my mum to cancer. With that tragic loss, came many changes, that I’m still adjusting to. From new financial restraints to a very different Christmas period.[/p][p] [/p][p]I share this not to garner sympathy, but simply to explain my current situation. I’m not a big sharer but at the same time I’m not big with secrets either.[/p][p] [/p][p]On the positive side, we released the Story Pack for ‘Harrowed World: What’s Past Is Portents’, our Episodic Vampire Narrative Game, with the premiere tale ‘Duncan’s Story’, it’s narrative incidentally revolving around grief and loss, something that allowed me to draw from my own feelings.[/p][p] [/p][p]I found writing Duncan’s Story to be very therapeutic and its release represents the fulfilment of another announced release. We ran a successful Creator Program, to get streamers and YouTubers free early access to Duncan’s Story.[/p][p] [/p][p]Earlier this year, we revealed that ‘Harrowed World: Portents In Red’, our Modern Gothic Vampire RPG, reached 1,000 wishlists on Steam, and we showcased many mechanics including feeding and dialogue along with the important vampire character Bella Quillan.[/p][p] [/p][p]In 2025, we also revealed new screenshots for ‘Harrowed World: Dracula Fallen’, our Vampire Interactive Fiction, currently in development, and announced that a tabletop roleplaying adaption of the setting, dubbed ‘Harrowed World Tabletop’ is in early development.[/p][p] [/p][p]As the year came to a close, we released an introductory lore video for the vampires of Harrowed World, and we started a Patreon. Only I could start a Patreon right before Christmas, I always had a thing with timing.[/p][p] [/p][p]Over the past year, I had the pleasure of working with the highly skilled developer and artist Maha, the hugely talented composer Stefan Sima, incredible voice actors including Jeremiah Billing, Serene September, Radical Foil, and Psychedel, as well as my capable symbol artist, and a whole host of illustrious content creators of which there is too many to name but you’re all amazing.[/p][p] [/p][p]Thank you for all your support throughout this year and I do hope you continue to support Harrowed World in the new year. Thanks to everyone who left reviews, bought the Story Pack, played our game, left likes and comments, and engaged in discussions and polls.[/p][p] [/p][p]Special thanks to our Vanguard level Patreon member Nildenosaj.[/p][p] [/p][p]I hope everyone who celebrates had an amazing Christmas (or Holidays I believe you Americans prefer) and that you all have any incredible new year.[/p][p][/p][p]Within our Patreon, you’ll find multiple membership tiers bearing ornate, lore inspired names, shadowed descriptions, and exclusive perks for those willing to pledge themselves.[/p][p][/p][p]Even the uninitiated may enter, free membership grants access to our Discord server, a place to gather among fellow creatures of the night.[/p][p] [/p][p]Claim a free or paid Patreon membership below:[/p][p]https://patreon.com/HarrowedWorld[/p]

[p]A Christmas (or Holidays if you prefer) greeting from the vampire Dr Duncan Oswald, for all those who celebrate.[/p][p][/p][p]Duncan is the protagonist of Duncan's Story, part of 'Harrowed World: What's Past Is Portents', our Episodic Vampire Narrative Game, and he's an important figure in 'Harrowed World: Portents In Red', our Modern Gothic Vampire RPG.[/p][p][/p][p]With thanks to Jeremiah Billing returning to record this special message.[/p][p][/p][p][dynamiclink][/dynamiclink][/p]

[p]Like so many indie developers before us, we’ve answered the call.[/p][p] [/p][p]Our Patreon has awakened. Within, you’ll find multiple membership tiers bearing ornate, lore inspired names, shadowed descriptions, and exclusive perks for those willing to pledge themselves.[/p][p] [/p][p]Even the uninitiated may enter, free membership grants access to our Discord server, a place to gather among fellow creatures of the night.[/p][p] [/p][p]If you’re into vampires, supernatural creatures, and if you wish to help bring new independent creations to life with fresh original lore, including a Modern Gothic Vampire RPG video game, then this is your summons.[/p][p] [/p][p]The interest form previously used to request access to the Discord server has been laid to rest. New members are now asked to post a brief introduction upon joining the server to receive full access and avoid removal.[/p][p] [/p][p]The newsletter will no longer be the primary source for early updates. Going forward, Patreon will take on that role, serving as the main place for early news and development updates. The newsletter will continue in a secondary capacity.[/p][p] [/p][p]For now, the newsletter will remain active as we transition to Patreon. Its long-term future is still undecided, particularly as Patreon includes its own newsletter tools that may eventually replace the current system.[/p][p] [/p][p]The paid membership tiers are revealed below. Details are accurate at the time of this posting.[/p][p][/p][p]This is our first venture into Patreon, and feedback on the tiers and perks is welcome. We expect the Patreon to evolve over time and we will adjust it as circumstances and community needs change.[/p][p] [/p][p]The path is open. Claim a free or paid Patreon membership below:[/p][p][/p][p]https://patreon.com/HarrowedWorld[/p][p][/p][p][/p]