Cairn Climber

Cairn Climber is a 3rd level ”hex climb” for the Shadowdark TTRPG. Submitted as part of the Shadowdark 8 bit Game Jam (2026), it contains inspiration and influences from the NES titles: Faxanadu, Ice Climber, and Rad Racer.

The hex climb is a scaled down version of a hex crawl, with the goal of reaching the top of an ancient elven memorial spire. At the top is a monastery tended to by the elven monks, descendants of those interred in the spire it rests on. Fast paced action with the reward of safety from the clutches of winter.

What’s inside:

Tables to generate unique obstacles in every hex10 keyed locations with special encounters6 unique friends and foes, complete with stat blocks5 special new items

I hope you enjoy!- Quest For Quests