Out Of The Abyss Apr 2026

Long-term madness (hours of persistent hallucinations or paranoia).

Unlike almost every other module, players begin the campaign as captives of the Drow . You start with zero equipment, no weapons, and potentially no spell components, forcing an immediate prison break scenario . This "scavenge-and-survive" theme defines the first half of the adventure. 2. Cumulative Madness System Out of the Abyss

Players escape their cell with a group of ten diverse NPCs —including a pacifist myconid sprout named Stool, a deranged derro, and a deep gnome—who serve as both companions and narrative "tokens" of tension. Managing this large, quirky group while resources are scarce is a core part of the gameplay. 4. Pursuit Mechanics This "scavenge-and-survive" theme defines the first half of

The presence of Demon Lords in the Underdark literally unravels the minds of those nearby. The adventure features a unique Madness mechanic where players track "levels" of mental instability: Short-term madness (minutes of incapacitation). Managing this large, quirky group while resources are