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Winchester Tales - a supplement for The Exorcist’s Codex

Created by Two Starving Gnolls

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!

Latest Updates from Our Project:

Why Winchester?
5 months ago – Mon, Oct 27, 2025 at 10:25:58 AM

When creating The Exorcist’s Codex, we wanted players to feel at home; not just in the real world, but also in the beliefs, myths, and legends that shape our shared imagination. Our cultural history, forged over thousands of years, provides the perfect familiar battleground between good and evil.

In Winchester Tales, the ancient city of Winchester becomes that battleground. Founded by the Romans around AD 70 as Venta Belgarum, this historic city on England’s southern shores has witnessed the rise and fall of empires, from Romans and Saxons to Vikings and Normans.

Among the historical events we draw inspiration from is the conquest of the area by King Knut the Great in AD 1016. Of course, we might have taken some creative liberties, perhaps slightly exaggerating his Norse heritage, and maybe adding an ancient Norse relic once said to be in his possession, now hidden somewhere in Winchester’s shadows.

We’ve done our best to bring the city to life for readers and players of Winchester Tales. Maps, buildings, and local names have been recreated with care and as much historical accuracy as our research allows, though we might (possibly!) have gotten a few things wrong here and there.

We truly hope you’ll enjoy this collection, and if you’d like to support it, please share the campaign with anyone who might be interested. With only four days left, your help would mean the world, and could give us a fantastic finale!

Thank you all for being part of this journey!

Stretch Goals & Achievements
6 months ago – Tue, Oct 07, 2025 at 10:44:51 PM

Your support has already made this campaign a success, and we’re truly grateful! When planning Winchester Tales, we knew we wanted to give something back. After a proper Gnoll Council, we decided not to scatter our energy across lots of small stretch goals. Instead, we’re focusing on a few truly special ones.

First up: At USD 15,000, we’ll start working on and create a brand-new demonic Christmas scenario, and every backer will receive it completely free!

And then comes the big one: At USD 25,000, we’ll start working on The Exorcist’s Codex Soundtrack! An atmospheric score designed to set the tone for Winchester Tales and beyond. Perfect for exploration, exorcism, exposure, and those tense, edge-of-your-seat moments in any session. You really want this one, so help spread the word about the campaign and let’s make it happen!

Speaking of spreading the word: don’t forget our Notebook Giveaway! If we reach 50 shares on Facebook, we’ll give away a stack of 5 Exorcist’s Codex notebooks to one lucky Winchester Tales backer. The winner will be drawn at random as soon as we hit the milestone. Let’s make it happen together!

And don't forget to join the fun and climb the Leaderboard! The backer at the very top when the Winchester Tales campaign ends will win a stack of five Exorcist’s Codex notebooks! You earn points by leaving comments, voting in polls, and liking posts or comments. Engage, compete, and claim the crown!

Until next time—safe exorcisms!

Expanding the World of The Exorcist’s Codex - Thanks to You!
6 months ago – Thu, Oct 02, 2025 at 09:29:08 AM

Greetings, friends of The Exorcist’s Codex!
 
We’re so happy to have you with us! What began as a simple idea has now grown into its own setting; The Exorcist’s Codex is here to stay! Winchester Tales is just the first of many additions to this expanding game world, and it’s all thanks to your support!

We’d also love to stay connected with you! Did you know the free scenario in this campaign, Unintended Faceless, came directly from a suggestion on our Discord community as a Halloween one-shot? Join us there to meet other players, share play reports, ask questions, download files, and hang out with fellow roleplayers. Everything new is shared on Discord first! https://discord.gg/ZPVhRwytCX

And don’t forget; character sheets are available both as downloads and digitally on Roll20. You’ll also find pre-generated characters to get you started right away. While new files always go live on Discord first, you can also find them here: https://twostarvinggnolls.com/the-exorcists-codex
 
Thank you again for helping us bring Winchester Tales to life and for supporting the growing world of The Exorcist’s Codex!

Giweaways, Shipping News & More!
6 months ago – Fri, Sep 26, 2025 at 11:13:30 PM

Hello, all! We’ve got some exciting news for you while the Winchester Tales campaign is getting close!

Shipping Update
The boat carrying all the products from the original The Exorcist's Codex campaign is getting close to the USA aboard the ship Cosco Portugal (track it using this link). Estimated arrival is October 3. From there, it will take a few weeks to import into our fulfillment center in Michigan, with shipping to original backers expected to begin around October 20. We can’t wait to get them into your hands!

Don’t Miss Out
If you haven’t grabbed your copy of The Exorcist's Codex yet, now’s a great time! You can secure yours during the Winchester Tales campaign at a reduced price), or wait until our online store opens in late November.

Community Challenge!
Engage with the community and climb the leaderboard! The backer at the very top when the Winchester Tales campaign concludes will win a stack of five Exorcist’s Codex notebooks. You earn points by leaving comments, voting in polls, and liking posts or comments. Jump in and claim the crown!

Notebook Giveaway!
If we reach 50 shares on Facebook, we’ll give away a stack of 5 Exorcist’s Codex notebooks to one lucky backer of Winchester Tales! The winner will be drawn at random as soon as we hit the milestone. Let’s spread the word together!

Polls: Your Voice Matters
How do you and your table like your shorter scenarios? Scripted? Guided? Branching? Freeform? Cast your vote in this poll and let us know your thoughts! Every vote counts toward building this world (and the Community Challenge!)

Join the Conversation
To stay up to date — and chat with us directly — join our Discord!
That’s also where we share Exorcist-related content, like pre-generated characters, alternative character sheets, and other official TSG material.

Best,
Two Starving Gnolls