About Book-Born Games

Book-Born Games is a TTRPG publishing shop founded in Camp Hill, Pennsylvania.

We are in the process of launching our first flagship project, Inkandescence. Inkandescence was developed over the course of five campaigns stretching across 2 years and bringing together over 25 different players. The setting is a love-letter to storytelling, and it's designed to bring your TTRPG stories to life. Since we are a very small team launching our first project, we thought it was more fitting to pay homage here to some of characters whose stories animated and enriched the setting as it developed.

SplintA Loose End and StarlighterThe story of a brilliant cult leader in exile on the Illuminated Isle has spawned many cults since his adventures ended, but he would prefer not to think about it. A legendary druid, Splint was pivotal in foiling the terrible plots of many other cults, although his followers claim this was to ensure the dominance of his own, greater cult. Splint spends his days in quiet reflection and study, enjoying the fact that there is only one occupant in his mind pyramid currently.

Louella "the Albatross" PrescottA Fatebreaker and Candle KnightA well-known sailor, admiral of her own fleet, and mother to Righty and Marjana, Louella "the Albatross" Prescott is a book-born hobgoblin. When she emerged from her book, she was taken in by her adopted parents, Boom Fugrog and Humph Garner, in Port Panakaxyl. She enjoys using her strength to intimidate her enemies and causing all manner of chaos with surges of ink magic. In her free time, she goes on wild adventures with her friends and Uncle Lucy and spoils her brilliant children.

GerardA Loose EndSaintly and serene, St. Gerard oversees the faith from Rivenne. Shorter than he used to be, Gerard (as he is known to his friends) executed a legendary plot to rise to prominence following the vanquishing of the much-reviled Serillo. The duel between the two was legendary. Gerard spends his days dealing with the incompetent but sincere Silus with the help of his close friends.

Leyla al-Shu'araA Fatebreaker and Candle KnightA devastatingly accurate marksman, Leyla has travelled far from her days as a member of a nomadic tribe with a penchant for ink-dyed shawls and poetry. She has tirelessly fought for the people she loves across multiple continents, leaving in her wake countless victories against seemingly insurmountable odds. An explorer at heart, Leyla now spends her time sailing with her compatriots among the Fatebreakers while keeping in touch with her loved ones back home.

LenoA Quill-and-CompasserFew can say they sold out their patron and lived to tell the tale. A master of pact magic, Leno has cunningly developed a toolkit of useful skills and magic items. While he was critical in aiding his compatriots in the Inkletters protect sacred ink, his blasphemous beliefs on the usefulness of the substance for personal magics make him dangerous - and extraordinarily powerful.

Amira bint DarunaA Candle KnightA barbarian like no other, Amira's bravery saved the lives of her comrades many times over. Her curiosity led to great discoveries with the occasional high-stakes encounter along the way. Amira's latest aspirations include figuring out what sightings of the goddess in the islands means.

Veritas 'V' SolisA Loose EndA bard of games and eloquence, V consistently out-talks and outsmarts his adversaries. Increasingly unconcerned about his own well-being in the heydey of his adventures, V burned bright until he fell at the hand of a terrible evil. Fortunately, he has come across a new companion who was able to help him, the wizard Psalid, with whom he now spends much of his time.

Dr. Algernon BrightleyA Quill-and-CompasserA man of many identities (including ones he still hasn't yet discovered), Dr. Algernon Brightley is a master of disguise, many skills, and even more stories. He is a collector of curios, a bard of many ballads, and one of the only living humans genuinely welcomed into the City of Genies. For now, he helps himself (in a way) within the Museum of Wonders, but he is always only a whisper of a story away from adventure.

Bisco the BraveA Candle KnightAncient and brave, Bisco was born on a legendary island and has experienced many adventures. He is instantly recognizable as a book-born foxfolk wielding starry magic and carrying a matchbox. He can be found travelling the world in search of people to help, flying on his emerald-colored anqa.

Marcella DecimusA FatebreakerA condottiero devoted to her friends and loved ones, Marcella (known to many as Decimus) is a master of the shield and an increasingly adept bard. Contracted to a life as a soldier until she won her freedom in Avalore, Marcella forged her own family from comrades and friends. In her free time, she enjoys composing music with a man from a playing card and conspiring about how to win the Pardonspell. She is in a happy relationship with her sweetheart, Caterina.

Silvestro 'Revelon' Eraclucio ZenedefrosaA StarlighterOne of the most formidable actors of his era*, Revelon's pursuit of a world in which everyone is equal briefly changed everything about what it meant to be book-born. While that wish didn't last forever, Revelon's heroism might. In retirement, he enjoys teaching the next generation of actors at the Old Madrasa. As always, he is surrounded by fans.
* This statement is disputed by Zain.

Aja RhommasilA StarlighterFrequently seen in a masquerade mask, Aja's faith in her goddess burned bright and was never waning. Her tireless efforts ultimately restored the night sky. Fiercely loyal to her friends and family, Aja enjoys spending time with the other Starlighters in their mansion. She spends more time than she would like babysitting her parents. She has asked that we don't mention Adonis here.

MaltoA FatebreakerOne of the foremost thinkers, artificers, and conspiracists of his generation, Malto fought and survived much to keep his story alive. In the process, he forged unbreakable bonds with his friends and discovered secrets of the universe. In his free time, he tinkers and pushes the progress of technology in the world relentlessly forward.

JahanA StarlighterAccording to some rumors, Jahan is still on a shopping trip instead of travelling to the maelstrom. Inspired by an act of heroism, Jahan has become one of the most formidable warriors of his age. His powers of stealth are virtually reality-bending. After his extraordinary adventures, he returned to his hometown, where he splits his time along with hanging in the starlighter mansion.

PearlA StarlighterA legendary pirate captain, her crew is instantly recognizable by the friendship bracelets they wear. Don't be confused by her friendly demeanor, Pearl wields eldritch magic to potent effect. In her free time, she gets to know her 'mother' better and spends time in the Starlighter mansion.

Rilan AddarioA FatebreakerThe foremost detective of his time, Rilan unraveled the mysteries surrounding existential threats just in time to stop them. Legend says he is still ignoring his shadow behind a door on Lou's ship. After helping to save the world, Rilan spends his free time solving mysteries, making up for lost time with his parents, and travelling with the other Fatebreakers.

Vincent di MarcoA Candle KnightThe greatest wizard of his generation, Vincent made a great sacrifice for his friends. As his allies found themselves in an increasingly precarious situation, Vincent used the magic he had gained through hard study to save his friends. In the end, he left the world much in the same way he lived - with his nose buried in a book. Fortunately, his friends weren't done with him yet. They were able to rescue him from oblivion and bring the legendary scholar and strategist on more adventures to come. In his free time, Vincent reads and plots strategy.

Uriel diAngeloA Candle KnightA paragon of virtue, Uriel had to face something of a reflection of himself to protect the world from the machinations of fate. His friends still occasionally like to jest that he is a 'newborn' book-born, although he has now seen much of the world - both good and bad. In his free time, Uriel participates in Reverent Embrace rituals and volunteers at the world's first hospital with his healing hands.

HopA Candle KnightBorn of a children's story, Hop is a protector of those who cannot protect themselves and a didact to those in need of a teacher. She is also a talented member of the Watermarked, committed to the use of magical ink for good. Hop was the caretaker for her friends laid-low by a battle with a lich until they recovered, and she continues to adventure with the Candle Knights today. She enjoys making frequent visits to her ward, Manta.