The Shattered Manse

The Shattered Manse

A gothic horror one-shot for 5e (Levels 3–4, 2–3 players, 2–3 hours)

A storm drives weary travelers to the doorstep of an ancient manor. Its doors open with uncanny grace… and lock behind them with a finality that chills the blood. Inside, the house is beautiful, but wrong: portraits whisper forgotten names, books bleed missing pages, and ghostly doubles raise a glass in silent toast.

The Shattered Manse is not merely a place—it is a predator. It feeds on memory, reflection, and the very self of those trapped within. To survive, adventurers must confront the most dangerous enemies they’ll ever face: themselves.

This one-shot includes:

• A fully contained gothic horror adventure designed for 2–3 players at levels 3–4
• Three acts of play (exploration, roleplay horror, and a climactic boss battle against spectral reflections)
• Scaling notes for balance
• Lasting character consequences—players may leave the Manse missing a piece of themselves…

Perfect for a 2–3 hour session, a spooky one-night stand-alone game, or as a haunted interlude in a longer campaign.

Enter the Manse. Confront the reflection. Pray you remember the way out.