This 32-page book features NEW illustrated plates (by C. Aaron Kreader) of each level in Castle Whiterock. Now 5e or DCC judges will have rendered handouts, unique notes from the original designer, and remembrances of the greatest dungeon story ever told!
This 40-page book (with potential to swell to 56 pages with achievements) features NEW illustrated plates (by C. Aaron Kreader) the levels in Castle Whiterock, accounts of the creation of the original Castle Whiterock, and a NEW sub-level, mini-adventure: "The Shard Vault", by Chris Doyle!
Approx 8.5x11 Inch Mockup of Soft and Hard Covers (actual final may slightly vary).
5e or DCC judges will have added rendered handouts and illustrated scenes to complement the handouts in the main Castle Whiterock adventure! In addition, find a new hidden mini-adventure, discover unique notes from the original designer, and storied remembrances of the greatest dungeon story ever told!
MoreBonus Adventures!
Did you know backing this project and other Castle Whiterock projects earns you FREE bonus content? This includes secret rooms, forgotten beasts, hidden treasures, and even a lost level!
The Art of Castle Whiterock: An Illustrated Journey
This amazing volume and adventure provides your table with additional visual support for the vast and complex levels within this amazing mega-dungeon!
Check out a few samples of the sort of immersive dive you will have for this incredible adventure:
Pre-Backer Challenge
Some say hidden and secret levels are lost within Castle Whiterock, and even in this campaign! Bah...rumors, who knows for sure?
If were part of the Castle Whiterock secret pledge level challenge and got it correct, simply use the link sent to you. That's right! Everyone who identified these locations just may have the keys to a hidden pledge level for Castle Whiterock: An Illustrated Journey.
Sample Spreads
Sample Spreads
Can you name this room? Share your answer at link above to get access to a hidden pledge level!
One of the original writers of Castle Whiterock was Chris Doyle (recently retired from Goodman Games). His legacy of amazing adventures and RPG contributions will be enjoyed by gamers for a long time to come. This special bonus mini-adventure is available at certain pledge levels, and to anyone as an add-on.
The Shard Vault was initially available only as a PDF (for DCC and 5e), however, we hit the achievement goal (see community tab)! So, now everyone with a physical pledge level will have the option of getting a PRINT edition of the adventure as well. Digital pledge levels can still receive the PDF edition, of TheShard Vault, if ordered.
About the Adventure
The Shard Vault is a short adventure suitable for four to six 9th level characters using the fifth edition of the world’s most popular role-playing game. The appendix includes game statistics for the Dungeon Crawl Classics Role Playing Game. This short adventure is set in an underground location and makes the perfect one-shot. Although the backstory ties into The Crypt of the Devil Lich, published by Goodman Games, that book is not required to play this adventure.
This is a mockup the final art will feature a different piece of cover art with full color.
Background (spoiler alert)
Centuries ago, when an alliance of elves, gnomes, dwarves, and humans defeated the Devil Lich and her brazen attack on the surface world, her enchanted longsword, True Death, was sundered into several pieces. Despite all attempts, the unholy relic could not be destroyed. Puzzled by this, the alliance of good postulated that the powerful weapon could be reforged and used to oppose the forces of good. Thus, the shards were divided among the members of the alliance to be guarded and kept secret. They had no idea the shards of the blade were the lich’s phylactery.
The gnomes received one of these shards. It was promptly turned over to the wise administrators at the Clockwork Academy, a gnomish university dedicated to golemcraft, with campuses spread out among the realms. One such campus, located deep below the ruins of Castle Whiterock, was selected to safeguard the shard. A small vault was created, hosting an array of clockwork traps and construct guardians. The shard itself was used the “power” the final guardian: a dragon created with clockwork gears.
Did you know? We have a sister project for Castle Whiterock released at the same time! Don't miss this amazing addition to Castle Whiterock.
More here!
Renderings of the finished soft or hard cover book (may slightly vary from final product)
The Ultimate Mega-Dungeon Accessory!
Bring unfinished dungeons to life OR make your own mega-dungeon from scratch!
By matching over 100 unique system-neutral encounters with tables of randomized room shapes, harrowing hazards, and tantalizing treasures you can create endless possibilities for dungeon locations.
This dungeon building tool is compatible with: 5e, Old School Essentials, Shadowdark RPG, and DCC RPG.
Did you know, you will receive the LOST LEVEL map from Goodman Games once all the Castle Whiterock projects fund—plus a LOST LEVEL encounter with every indie Castle Whiterock project you back. Check out more details at the bottom of this page!
As part of the Castle Whiterock collective, backing this project at any pledge level gives you one more encounter in the LOST LEVEL. Backing all Castle Whiterock collaborators completes the LOST LEVEL with a total of 14 encounters PLUS the corresponding map and envelope packet from Goodman Games.
To complete your edition of the LOST LEVEL, check out the full collection of Castle Whiterock partners here. For each project you pledge, you get another encounter!
Shipping will be collected in the pledge manager at the end of the campaign. Unless you request otherwise, all DOMESTIC mail will be shipped using MEDIA MAIL. Products will be shipped from the United States via USPS to all domestic backers. Expect to pay double the MEDIA MAIL rate if you elect PRIORITY MAIL (an option that is insured, and usually moves a bit faster through the postal system). For approximations check with USPS to see standard rates, and add a couple of USD to account for packing supplies and labor.
For areas outside of the US we have seen prices vary. Canada is about double the prices of deliveries within the US, and most other regions vary from 4 to 6 times the costs. We ship with either USPS, UPS, or in some cases FEDEX, whichever offers the best rates. In addition, we are not certain at this time if added tariffs will affect these shipment costs.
All digital editions will be PDFs delivered through DRIVETHRURPG & BACKERKIT
Our goal is to complete all materials by October of 2026. For printing and shipping allow another month or two. Meaning we hope to see the product release by December of 2026.
In case of delays in printing or shipping, we will alert you in an update ASAP. We have successfully funded 22 products on crowdfunding platforms (Kickstarter and Backerkit) and have a proven record of hitting our timeline, sometimes early!
If we reach ALL stretch goals we will be creating some new material. In this case, we can expect to see a slight delay.
No AI was used to produce any of the art or materials in these books or on this page. This work is the product of 100% human passion.
All artworks for these books and on this page were created by C. Aaron Kreader.
These products are created for 5e, and the Dungeon Crawl Classics Role Playing Game. This product is published under a 3rd party license.
These products were created under an official 3rd party license agreement. For more information about being a 3rd party creator visit the corresponding creator sites.
Pledge for all the Castle Whiterock indie projects to complete the Lost Level!
A Multi-Publisher Megadungeon Extravaganza!
Castle Whiterock is a classic castle-themed megadungeon that sits at the center of an incredible multi-publisher crowdfunding event! Thirteen lucky crowdfunding projects are supporting and expanding this huge megadungeon to make it even more amazing!
Unlock The Mysterious Lost Level by Supporting Multiple Projects!
