The Shadestalkers of Meredy

The world of Meredy is a dark fantasy campaign for Dungeons and Dragons 5e drawing inspiration from Ravenloft, the Cthulhu mythos, Flintlock fantasy, The Witcher, Fafhrd and the Gray Mouser, and Glen Cook's The Black Company among others. It's primarily a low fantasy setting with magic being exceptional rather than part of everyday life.

It is a period of unrest upon the continent of Meredy as the new Sharpean Empire, colloquially known as "The Sharpes", attempts to sweep away the remains of the ancient Meredian Dominion. The despot, Titus Sharpe who has proclaimed himself High Emperor, rules from his throne at Iron Pillar and spreads his authoritarian grip throughout the realm. Magic has all but been outlawed. There is much resistance to the Sharpes rule among the outlying kingdoms especially from the Orcs of Tierlak with whom the Imperial armies wage a constant war.

Into these turbulent times come rumors of lurking fears, unnameable monsters, and whispers of elder gods from beyond to spread an ancient horror across the land. And thus, an old retired soldier named Whendal Rubie, along with his partner, the enigmatic witch Margaretta Magellan, create the Shadestalkers. A company of monster hunters for hire. All they need are a few brave ( or foolhardy ) men and women to apply...