Candela Obscura Core Rulebook

Step into the haunting world of Candela Obscura, the collaborative investigative horror tabletop RPG from Darrington Press and your gateway to immersive storytelling and eerie mysteries.

What’s Inside:

- Rich, Illustrated Depth

With 204 pages of evocative artwork, thick glossy stock, and a satin ribbon bookmark, this beautifully bound tome brings the Fairelands to life through immersive visuals and tactile design.

- Complete Rule System + Character Creation

The Illuminated Worlds system, debuting here, powers narrative-driven gameplay with intuitive mechanics. Delve into rules and tools to build your investigators and their Circles: no prior RPG experience required.

- Deeply Crafted Setting

Explore over 90 pages of lore detailing the turn-of-the-century Fairelands, including the city of Newfaire and the sunken ruins of Oldfaire, setting the stage for gothic intrigue and occult threats.

- Prebuilt Adventures & Builder Tools

Jump right into the darkness with 4 full example assignments and 30 additional scenarios, plus guidance on preparing, managing, and running your own Candela Obscura chronicle.

- In-World Artifacts & Ephemera

Find your pages strewn with hand-drawn sketches, letters, maps, ads, and more; eyed by world-weary investigators and relics of the supernatural, enhancing ambience with every turn.

- Digital Companion Included

This purchase includes a Digital PDF edition, so you can dive into the darkness at your table or screen without delay.

Why It’s Essential:

Whether you’re a fan of critical roleplaying, a GM seeking rich narrative tools, or a newcomer drawn into gothic detective stories, this book delivers - legendary style meets game-ready substance.

Match your dice to this darkly elegant volume and lead your Circle into the occult shadows of Newfaire… if you dare!