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Gauntlet Runner

Created by Esper

Master-Crafted, Dynamic Dungeons and a Mythic Doom Campaign Setting. Can You Survive the Great Games?

Latest Updates from Our Project:

The Gauntlet Runner Beta PDF Has Released!
4 days ago – Tue, Sep 29, 2026 at 12:24:47 AM

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Gauntlet Runner Subclasses Playtest - Version 2.2
25 days ago – Mon, Sep 07, 2026 at 06:22:48 PM

Hello all!

Here is the newest update to the playtest packet, which includes the new conditions (blighted, impaired, weakened) and the weapon masteries for the 4 monster classes for Monstrous Contenders along with feature updates for starry soul minotaur and scorpio arachnir.

Download the updated files here.

Again, these are NOT the actual Gauntlet Runner dungeons. This is only a playtest for the subclasses. The scenarios and maps are intentionally very simple.

Make sure to fill out the feedback form linked in the playtest PDF.

Later this month, I will release the beta version of the Gauntlet Runner PDF. That will give people a chance to play the actual campaign and provide additional feedback.

Best regards,

—Esper

Gauntlet Runner Subclasses Playtest - version 2
about 2 months ago – Sat, Aug 15, 2026 at 09:18:25 PM

Hello everyone!

I have already implemented some necessary revisions to 4 of the subclasses: fleshforged barbarian, zealotry cleric, gladiator fighter, and gatecrasher rogue. These changes are in the Forsaken Corridors PDFs.

Here is the updated playtest packet.

These are NOT the actual Gauntlet Runner dungeons. This is only a playtest for the subclasses. The scenarios and maps are intentionally very simple.

Make sure to fill out the feedback form linked in the playtest PDF.

Next month, I will release the beta version of the Gauntlet Runner PDF. That will give people a chance to play the actual campaign and provide additional feedback.

Best regards,

—Esper

Participate in the Gauntlet Runner Subclass Playtest
about 2 months ago – Thu, Aug 13, 2026 at 06:06:55 AM

Hello everyone!

The Gauntlet Runner dungeons are almost through their main playtesting, and now the time has come to playtest the subclasses. This is an open playtest, and you all are invited to run the simple playtest adventure and provide your feedback:

The Forsaken Corridors - Gauntlet Runner Subclass Playtest

These are NOT the actual Gauntlet Runner dungeons. This is only a playtest for the subclasses. The scenarios and maps are intentionally very simple.

What's included in The Forsaken Corridors:
• Playtest packet with player and GM info
• Maps and tokens
• Foundry VTT module (though you can use any VTT or theatre of the mind)

Make sure to fill out the feedback form linked in the playtest PDF.

Next month, I will release the beta version of the Gauntlet Runner PDF. That will give people a chance to play the actual campaign and provide additional feedback.

I'm making progress all the time, and things have come so far. I can hardly wait to get this project finalized.

Many thanks to you all!

—Esper

Gauntlet Runner Livestreams - Spells & Let’s Design a Monster
3 months ago – Sat, Jul 18, 2026 at 09:09:52 AM

Hello everyone! One of the stretch goals we hit was for a livestream during which you all are invited to help me develop some Gauntlet Runner content. Well, how about two livestreams instead? These are scheduled for next week …

Livestream 1: Spells
https://youtube.com/live/wqRyP227xos

I will go over some spells and interact with feedback from the live chat. I could also take a couple spell concepts if anyone has something to share.


Livestream 2: Let’s Design a Monster
https://youtube.com/live/B1IzsTtxFFA

Help design a monster by making suggestions in chat. The parameters are: skeletal, CR 3, and can cast confusion 1/day.


I look forward to seeing you guys then!
 

—Esper