Winchester Tales expands The Exorcist’s Codex™ with new scenarios set in 1890s Winchester. Play as a full campaign or standalones. Also includes new Demonic items, new Holy Artifacts and Relics, New Archdemons and their Realms, and more!
Winchester Tales is a supplement for The Exorcist’s Codex™ , set in Winchester, UK, and its surrounding areas. It includes The Demonic Symphony, a large Exorcism Scenario, along with ten additional scenarios—some written as preludes or sequels, others as side missions or standalones. Together, they can be combined into a full Winchester campaign or played individually as separate cases.
The book will be released in both hardcover and PDF. The scenarios will follow the structures outlined in the Core Rulebook and the GM’s Guide for The Exorcist’s Codex, featuring a mix of Exorcism, Exploration, and Exposure cases (see below if you are unfamiliar with the system).
Cover art by Kacper Gilka
In addition to 10 brand new scenarios, the book expands the game world by introducing:
New Demonic Items with insidious powers and corrupting influence
New Holy Artifacts created for protection, healing, and sacred purpose
New Relics, each with powers and consequences that can alter the course of play
New Archdemons and their realms
A deeper look into cults and Orders
A broader picture of the demonic threat and the power struggles between Archdemons
Whether you want to run an extended campaign or draw on shorter scenarios to suit your group, Winchester Tales offers flexible content, new challenges, and a richer understanding of the ongoing struggle between the Orders and the demonic.
Since The Exorcist’s Codex is built on Chaosium’s BRP System, the scenarios in this book can also be run in Call of Cthulhu and other BRP-based games with small adjustments.
Get a first glimpse into the world of The Exorcist’s Codex with this free scenario! Written at the request of our Discord community for Halloween, it’s a short Demonic Incidence Scenario; one of nine scenario types in the Codex, spanning the categories of Exorcism, Exploration, and Exposure.
A historical horror RPG set in the 1890s, built on BRP. You play Agents—Exorcist, Demonologist, Order Guardian, Spiritual Medium, and others—ordinary people with training, conviction, and a plan. Different faiths and traditions stand shoulder to shoulder against the same enemy: demons and their followers. This isn’t cosmic myth; it’s grounded investigation, fieldwork, and hard choices.
Demons work through schemes, cults, and portals. They corrupt institutions, twist communities, and prepare the ground for bigger moves. Agents respond with preparation, evidence, and structured procedures. The goal is to identify what’s really happening, cut the lines that feed it, and decide how far you’re willing to go to stop it.
The Three Scenario Types
Exorcism — stop a possession or scheme at its source
Exorcism scenarios are about identifying what kind of demonic threat you’re facing and applying the correct, structured procedure to remove it. Difficulty ranges from straightforward cases to complex operations tied to an Archdemon’s broader plan. The play focus is investigation, correct identification, and careful execution.
Exploration — go out, find it, bring it home
Exploration scenarios send the team to secure lost or hidden Relics, Holy Artifacts, and Codex Fragments before cultists corrupt, destroy, or steal them. The play focus is travel, site work, documentation, and safe extraction.
Exposure — cut cult influence out of everyday life
Exposure scenarios deal with cultists, institutions, and operations in our world. The play focus is infiltration, counter-operations, and removing people or processes that feed demonic aims, or other threats.
Core Rulebook & GM’s Guide
The Core Rulebook and the GM’s Guide are available in PDF format at DriveThruRPG (and as add-ons). Physical copies can be added through this campaign (as add-ons) and will also be available at retail price in our upcoming web store (November/December). During this campaign, they are offered at a discounted rate.
For those playing on Roll20, we’ve made a character sheet to help your virtual exorcism sessions run smoothly. GMs can also use the sheet as a Demon Dice Board by naming the “character” Demon Dice Board.
Enhance your pledge with the core books of The Exorcist’s Codex. Available as add-ons, these volumes give you everything you need to create characters, run scenarios, and dive into the 1890s struggle against the demonic.
Core Rulebook
GM's Guide
GM Screen
The Demonologist Journal
The Demonologist Journal is a digital in-world publication. The first volume has already been released, filled with contributions from backers of our previous campaign. It serves both as an official guide to the demonic—offering useful material for players and GMs—and as a collection of player-created content, full of curious, dangerous, and sometimes mundane items, people, and services.
Now we continue this tradition with The Demonologist Journal Vol. 2.
With the Vol. 2 Entry Add-on, you can step into the role of journalist, occultist, shopkeeper, historian, detective, gunsmith, medium—or any other Victorian-era voice you imagine. Submit your story, advertisement, or letter, and see it included in this immersive publication.
Guidelines for contribution: Picture your Victorian-era readers as seekers of the hidden and the occult. What would capture their attention? What items might they long to buy? What services could you offer? Or perhaps you write a plea for help?
The Demonologist Journal Vol. 2 Entry
The Demonologist Journal Vol. 2
The Demonologist Journal Vol. 1
Additional Add-Ons
Expand your collection with previously published works from Two Starving Gnolls, all available at a reduced price. Add Pax Cthuliana, a Lovecraftian scenario set in 1920s London, and Svalbard, a chilling Lovecraftian mystery set on the remote Arctic archipelago.
Your support has already made this campaign a success and we’re truly grateful for your support! After a proper Gnoll Council, we decided not to scatter our energy on lots of small stretch goals. Instead, we’re focusing on a few special ones!
USD 15,000: We’ll create a brand-new demonic Christmas scenario, and every backer will receive it completely free!
USD 25,000: The Exorcist’s Codex Soundtrack! We’ll be creating a full atmospheric score to set the tone for Winchester Tales and beyond; perfect for exploration, exorcism, exposure, and those tense moments in any session!
Win a Stack of 5 Notebooks! If we reach 50 shares on Facebook, we’ll give away a stack of five notebooks to one lucky backer, chosen at random as soon as the milestone is hit. Let’s spread the word together! The Share button is located under the Community banner, together with the polls.
Join the Community Challenge! We love seeing this community come alive! As the campaign concludes, the backer at the top of the community leaderboard will win a stack of five notebooks! You earn points by leaving comments, voting in polls, and liking other posts and comments. Every bit of engagement counts, so jump in and make your voice heard!
Two Starving Gnolls (TSG) is a creative company founded by Even Vinjor Røssland and Jarle Haktorson in 2017. From small roots in rural Norway, TSG has grown into an international game publisher with operations in the USA, Japan, and Scandinavia. Its original IPs include The Exorcist’s Codex™ and Pax Cthuliana™
Even is a modern-day Da Vinci. He writes games, composes music, creates illustrations, and handles graphic design—all while bringing our games to life with his creative energy. The Exorcist’s Codex is a testament to his genius, springing from his imaginative mind, and there’s much more to come.
Jarle is, first and foremost, a writer—the creator behind Pax Cthuliana and Svalbard. Beyond writing, he serves as the critical eye for everything we create, ensuring quality at every step. As our ‘general manager’, Jarle also oversees production, shipping, and communication with backers, all while continuing to write, with more exciting news from him coming later this year…
Jérémy Cohen is a concept artist and illustrator fueled by a lifelong love of horror. Since childhood, he has been fascinated by unsettling environments and the tension between beauty and fear. His work blends horror and dark fantasy to create atmospheric environments and haunting visuals that immerse viewers in strange, otherworldly stories. His vision aligns perfectly with The Exorcist’s Codex. https://www.artstation.com/jeremycohen
Kacper Gilka is first of all a happy father and husband, building his overall brand together with his wife Anna, who manages his social media and marketing. Over the years, he has created custom designs and sold premade works to hundreds of clients worldwide. His illustrations have appeared in books, vinyl covers, board and digital games, t-shirts, posters, and more. His style fits seamlessly with the world of The Exorcist’s Codex.
Mohammad Yousefi is an accomplished designer and concept artist with over 10 years of professional experience across diverse styles and fields. Specializing in character design, environment art, and colorkey creation, his work has been crucial for The Exorcist’s Codex, where his talent for creating atmospheric environments and evocative characters has helped bring the dark, mysterious world of the game to life. ArtStation - Mohammad Yousefi
Eva is our Social Media Organizer, handling the publication of our content across platforms like BlueSky, X, Facebook, and Instagram.
We have partnered with Eastar Game Manufacturing to produce our products because they are among the best in the industry. Their impressive portfolio includes titles from Free League (The Lord of the Rings RPG, The One Ring RPG, Blade Runner RPG, Tales from the Loop, and more) and Awaken Realms (Tainted Grail, Castles of Burgundy, etc.), among countless others. For The Exorcist’s Codex, we are committed to delivering the highest possible quality, and Eastar consistently meets that standard.
For shipping, we partner with eFulfillment Service, the most award-winning fulfillment company in the US. With over 20 years of experience and a 99.9% customer satisfaction rate, they are a trusted and reliable choice. Our goal is to ensure a smooth, hassle-free experience for delivering The Exorcist's Codex, and eFulfillment Service is the perfect partner to make that happen.
For our add-ons Pax Cthuliana, Svalbard, and Insight Fantasy, we are partnering with DriveThruRPG, the world’s largest RPG download store. We’ve worked with them on several projects in the past, and they always deliver exceptional service. It’s also a fantastic platform to discover new and exciting RPGs!
Winchester Tales is estimated to ship in March 2026, while the Deluxe Set (minus Winchester Tales) and all add-ons will be ready to ship in November 2025, shortly after surveys are completed.
If you select the Deluxe Set or add-ons, you’ll receive two shipments; one in November and one in March. Shipping costs will be collected in the pledge manager, but only once; no additional charges will be collected when Winchester Tales is delivered.
We are partnering with eFulfillment Service, a US-based company with over 20 years of experience and a 99.9% customer satisfaction rate, to handle and ship Winchester Tales, The Deluxe Setand any physical add-ons. Their proven expertise and reliability make them the perfect fit for our project. Shipping will be managed from their warehouses in the United States.
Shipping will be calculated and collected after the campaign through the Pledge Manager. Below, we’ve provided estimated shipping rates based on current prices. Please note that adding physical add-ons may increase shipping costs. Any applicable taxes, VAT, or duties are not included in the table below and may vary depending on your country’s regulations.
The Deluxe Set, GM’s Guide, Core Rulebook and Notebooks are scheduled to ship in November 2025, while Winchester Tales will ship separately in March 2026.
Estimated Shipping Costs per Pledge (updated)
Item US Canada Rest of the world Winchester Tales (only) $11 $26 From $25 Deluxe Set $16 $35 From $30 GMs Guide + Core Rulebook $14 $32 From $30
Remember, items ship in two waves: the Deluxe Set + add-ons in November 2025, and Winchester Tales in March 2026, all shipping costs collected once in the pledge manager. After that, you’re all set; no extra charges later, just sit back and wait for your books to arrive!
Print-on-Demand Add-ons:
The add-ons Pax Cthuliana and Svalbard will be fulfilled through DriveThruRPG’s Print-on-Demand (POD) service. After the campaign ends, you’ll receive a unique code from DriveThruRPG, which you use to pay the base printing cost and shipping to your address. Your add-ons should arrive shortly after completing this process.
Estimated Printing Costs: USD 4.50
Estimated Shipping Costs: Vary based on delivery location, print location, and shipping options (e.g., USA shipping approximately USD 4.50).
