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metamer.bsky.social
On the thirtieth day of #Mörktober, Dance (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of a horde of zombies engaged in dance on the deck of a sailing ship. The text reads, "Catherine Monvoisin allows herself very little in the way of entertainment, preferring instead to conserve her powers for extending her own life. The one exception she allows herself is her love of dance. Periodically she compels her undead servants to perform a dance for her. During these periods, the living might have some success in navigating her ship without detection. Test Agility DR 12 to follow the dance steps and appear as just another moving body, delighting the enfeebled necromancer."
October 31, 2026 at 1:06 AM
metamer.bsky.social
On the twenty-ninth day of #Mörktober, Goblin (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of a cocktail, served in a tumbler filled with ice and a goblin shark swimming within, garnished with a pineapple on a skewer. The text reads, "Goblin Grog 1.5 oz white rum 1 oz gold rum 1 oz melon liqueur .5 oz Fernet-Branca Scant barspoon of Blue Curaçao .5 oz lime juice .75 oz simple syrup 1. Shake with cracked ice and open pour into a tiki mug or tumbler 2. Top with crushed ice 3. Garnish with a pineapple wedge, mint, and a cherry"
October 30, 2026 at 1:19 AM
metamer.bsky.social
On the twenty-eighth day of #Mörktober, Carcass (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of a whalefall, the body resting on the seafloor while a horde of zombies eats it while the skeleton rises as an undead, skeletal whale. The text reads, "Fallen Whale Whale fall near the hungering dead makes its carcass a feast. Zombies feed upon the fleshy pieces, gradually freeing the whale's skeleton from the decaying remains. The consumption of the flesh is often enough to infuse the bones and tissue with virulent zombie infection. HP 45 Morale - No Armor Bite d10 + Zombie Infection(PB.94) Undead Fortitude If killed, roll a d6. On a 1, it reanimates with 1 HP. Naval Combat HP 9 Morale - No armor Speed 4 Agility +2 Ram d6 2d6 Zombies(PB.94-95)"
October 29, 2026 at 1:53 AM
metamer.bsky.social
No #Mörktober post yesterday as it was @lostarot.bsky.social birthday and without their art my writing would not be as striking. So, in honor of their artistic creations...

On the thirty-first day of #Mörktober, Pumpkins (for Pirate Borg).

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An illustration of a trio of pumpkins and a host of tentacles wrapping around them. The text reads, "The Devil Loves a Drawing: Once per session, a player can draw a sketch of some aspect of the game thus far. No matter their personal skill, the act of doing so grants them one Devil's Luck. However, the Devil is fickle and this Luck will not last past the end of the session."
November 1, 2026 at 7:56 PM
nofame.ca
Some honorable mentions:

We just wrapped up a wild competitive #PirateBorg series using the Into The Maelstrom module

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Strange Encounter - A Pirate Borg Actual Play Campaign - YouTube
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October 26, 2026 at 6:56 PM
metamer.bsky.social
On the twenty-seventh day of #Mörktober, Tunnel (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of a tunnel, the ceiling and walls arched by bones splaying out from a spinal column. Shadowy ghosts line the walls. The tunnel ends in a coffin-shaped door. The text reads, "Entering into Catherine Monvoisin's Soul Crypt provides a breathable environment but, to progress further, intruders must navigate the tunnel that greets them and the spectral traps and barriers within. The Cold Hand of Death: Test Strength DR 12 to muscle past spectral hands that grasp. Fail and take d4 damage. ASH Fall: Test Toughness DR12 or roll twice on the ASH Table(PB.10) and take the lowest result. Ectoplasmic Kaleidoscope: Test Spirit DR 12 to avoid becoming disoriented and wander back to the start of the passage, finding their way blocked by d4 Ghost Crew(PB.96) La Voisin's Riddle: At the end of the tunnel is a locked doorway with a small alcove built into it, above which is an inscription; text above it reads: I hold the torch to light the way. I can tell you how long you will live and love. The planets can be found upon me. Place your answer within. The answer is the human palm; placing it in the alcove unlocks the door."
October 28, 2026 at 1:07 AM
wharthur.bsky.social
Played Pirate Borg today and named my character Morgan Bryce. Allegedly, he broke his teeth in a fight against a kraken. 🏴‍☠️

#ttrpg #pirateborg #morkborg

(The name is a reference to Morgan Spiced, and Kraken is another spiced rum brand 🐙)
Photo of a copy of Pirate Borg player's guidebook, character sheet, dice, tokens, mechanical pencil and a battle map depicting a ship.
October 25, 2026 at 6:13 PM
monriatitans.bsky.social
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October 25, 2026 at 11:31 PM
lostarot.bsky.social
On the twenty-sixth day of #Mörktober, DICE (and Slice) (for Pirate Borg).

Art by me. Text by @metamer.bsky.social

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A dynamic cartoon illustration of a zombie chef weilding bloody cutlery being controlled by a lunatic rat with dripping green acid teeth. The text reads Slice A zombie rat and the "brains" of the operation. Piloting Dice to seek the flesh of the living. HP 2 Morale 7 Rotting Hat -d2 d Bite 1 + Zombie Infection(PB.94) Puppeteer Can devote their turn to piloting Dice, eliminating his Clumsy Special until Slice's next turn. Agile DR 18 to attack and defend Dice A reanimated ship's cook. Vague memories of its former occupation and content to be a vehicle for Slice. HP 16 Morale - No Armor d Bite d4 + Zombie Infection(PB.94) d Meat Cleaver d6 Clumsy DR 10 to attack and defend
October 27, 2026 at 2:04 AM
metamer.bsky.social
On the twenty-fourth day of #Mörktober, Miasma (for Pirate Borg).
Text and image manipulation by me, assistance by
@lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of a sailor sitting and reading next to a window on his ship at night, the sky an unhealthy purple. Above his head is a bunch of bananas. The text reads, "Avast! Open air at night brings forth the sailors' blight."
October 25, 2026 at 2:16 AM
metamer.bsky.social
On the twenty-fifth day of #Mörktober, Moth (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of four-armed witch, holding a skull and a chalice, with a swarm of moths behind her. The text reads, "Ascala Orata Lurking in tropical forests, this witch might bring misfortune or might lead to great wealth. Her mood is capricious but swayed by reverence and offerings. HP 20 Morale 8 No Armor Poison Pollen d10 and Test Toughness DR 12 or become poisoned. Death Omen Target makes a DR 8 Spirit Test. Pass and this ability no longer works on the target, faill and the target dies in 24 hours. Duppy Bat Swarm Ascala Orata can transform into a swarm of Black Witch Moths. As a swarm she cannot be killed but cannot attack. Arcane Rituals Knows d6 random Arcane Rituals(PB.64-65)."
October 26, 2026 at 1:15 AM
meepleathon.bsky.social
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October 23, 2026 at 1:48 PM
metamer.bsky.social
On the twenty-third day of #Mörktober, Map (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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A map depicting an underwater settlement, including shipwrecks, crypts, trenches, and pearl fields. The text reads, "1. Pearl Fields Re-animated pearl divers stalk among fields of oysters, able to be harvested for their pearls. An Obscure Oyster Cult(PB.99) inhabits the area. 2. Trench There be zombies and discarded teasure here. 3 Large Shipwreck Shipwreck turned into a gathering place for the undead. Occasionally used for "mock" trials against the living, with undead taking on the role of the invariably stupid and guilty living. Access to real living for the role is a highpoint for those in attendance. 4. Soul Crypt Catherine Monvoisin's soul is housed within this structure; guarded by multiple ghosts. 5. Small Shipwreck Zombies are kept inside, allowed to grow ravenous, and then released to repel intruders. Fossil sharks(PB.89) swim above the settlement."
October 24, 2026 at 12:58 AM
lostarot.bsky.social
On the twenty-second day of #Mörktober, POISON (for Pirate Borg).

Art by me. Text by @metamer.bsky.social

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An illustration of a bilge flooded with putrid waters. Skulls float, eyeballs bob, and even the rats drown in its filthy muck. The text reads: Bilges aboard Scourge ships accumulate all manner of dead and undead matter. This slurry serves a dual purpose: collection of waste aboard the ship and an easy storage space for valuables. Very few among the living are willing to come into contact with necropotent sludge. Those who do must Test Toughness DR 14 or take d6 damage and become Infected. There is a 1-in-6 chance that this infection is a zombie infection(PB.94).
October 23, 2026 at 1:11 AM
tabletopsentinel.com
A horror one-shot rescue mission for PIRATE BORG, where the noise and silence of both your characters and the players themselves can determine whether you make it out alive. #rpgPdfSpotlight #rpgs #pirateBorg #golemProductions https://l.d20.ninja/qLKmY5
Don't Speak! - A Horror One-Shot for Pirate Borg
RPG PDF Spotlights is our daily look at a recent release for a new tabletop roleplaying game, supplement or scenario, or solo journaling game, that has caught my eye.RPG PDF Spotlights is our daily look at a recent release for a new tabletop roleplaying game, supplement or scenario, or solo
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October 23, 2026 at 3:18 PM
metamer.bsky.social
On the twenty-first day of #Mörktober, Walls (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of an underwater scene featuring a sheer cliff diving down into darkness, where undead figures make a futile effort to climb out from the depths. A school of fish idly glides across the expanse, unbothered by the undead. Near the top ledge, several oysters rest with their shells open and pearls exposed in the shallows—creating a stark contrast to the dark, cold depths below, where shadows of the clamoring undead await any hapless soul. The text reads, "Zombies aren't known for their intelligence. As such, a number of them have tumbled over the edge of this trench, most of them catching on the trench walls. Over years the bottom of the trench has become littered with valuables, both belongings of the zombies and from the remains of those attempting to obtain those valuables, adding to the piles of riches. To descend without encountering the undead, Test Agility DR 16 for each person navigating the trench. Failure means getting too close to the undead which will then throw themselves at the living. At the bottom of the trench can be found d6 cutlasses, d100 silver, d6 gems worth 100s each, 1 random Arcane Relic(PB.62-63), and d6 zombies(PB.94-95)."
October 22, 2026 at 1:29 AM
lostarot.bsky.social
On the twentieth day of #Mörktober, CRAB (for Pirate Borg).

Art by me. Text by @metamer.bsky.social

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An illustration of a bulky undead pirate sitting on a rickety stool. His skin is littered with holes from hermit crabs burrowing in his flesh. Apologies to any sufferers of Trypophobia. Some hermit crabs can be seen peeking out of these holes. Another hermit crab is sneaking a peek from beneath his cap and another his crawling out from his buttcrack. The text reads: Undead at sea for long periods of time can become an ecosystem for other creatures. Using the stats of any corporeal undead, supplement with the following, reflecting what creatures have taken up nesting in the undead: 1. Crabs Add d2 armor from the additional chitinous creatures 2. Sea Urchins +2 damage due to exposed spines and Test Toughness DR 12 or become poisoned 3. Snails +2 DR to hit from snail slime coating the undead 4. Algae +2 DR to defense as the algae obscures the undead's actual movements
October 21, 2026 at 1:35 AM
metamer.bsky.social
On the nineteenth day of #Mörktober, Demon (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of a bottle, it's neck and top coated with red wax. The bottle is detailed in a fashion to suggest an entity with forked tongue, sharp teeth, and tentacles. The text reads, "The Demon Drink Not all rum is good for what ails you. This demon-tainted rum offers a bargain: drink it down and gain d2 Devil's Luck but, until all of the imbiber's Devil's Luck is spent they are cursed. All reaction rolls involving the imbiber are rolled with 1d6 and all enemies of theirs pass morale checks. Additionally, stepping on holy ground does d4 damage to the imbiber."
October 20, 2026 at 2:12 AM
delvingwolf.itch.io
In episode 16 of Caribbean Tales, my solo Pirate Borg campaign, we discover our next quest!

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Caribbean Tales (solo Pirate Borg) - Episode 16
The following is part 16 of my solo Pirate Borg campaign. It focuses mainly around the character I created in this post , which was so inter...
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October 18, 2026 at 2:03 PM
lostarot.bsky.social
On the eighteenth day of #Mörktober, HOLLOW (for Pirate Borg).

Art by me. Text by @metamer.bsky.social

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An illustration of a zombie curled up in a barrel. A wicked grin suggests that the zombie is waiting to be found by its next victim. A small, innocuous fish idly swims within the barrel that floats in a sea of orange. The text reads: In Scourge-infested waters, barrels float, sometimes holding treasure but sometimes holding sodden undead to ambush the greedy plunderer. Roll d6: 1 - Hollow and empty; 2-4 - Roll on Loot the Body(PB Front Endpaper); 5-6 - Some sort of undead lurks within.
October 19, 2026 at 1:21 AM
der-ajz.bsky.social
Still looking for something new to run this Halloween?
DON’T SPEAK! by Golem Productions is out now: a horror one-shot rescue mission for PIRATE BORG where noise matters, including, if you want, the noise made by the players themselves. Links below.

#OSR #NSR #PirateBorg #MörkBorg #TTRPG
Don't Speak! - A Horror One-Shot for Pirate Borg | Golem Productions | DriveThruRPG
DON’T SPEAK! A horror one-shot rescue mission for PIRATE BORG, where the noise and silence of both your characters and the players themselves can determine whether you make it out alive. Out there in ...
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October 19, 2026 at 8:00 PM
ericbabin.bsky.social
Had a blast running
@limithron.bsky.social
's #PirateBorg adventure #IntoTheMaelstrom at @madnessgames.com in Plano TX on Saturday! Pt 1 of my 2 part Into the Maelstrom campaign crawl, starting with us getting Three Eyed Parrot fortunes read, hunting down the artifact, and finding the ritual.
October 18, 2026 at 4:11 AM
ericbabin.bsky.social
Had a blast running
@limithron.bsky.social
's #PirateBorg adventure #IntoTheMaelstrom at @madnessgames.com in Plano TX on Saturday! Pt 2 of my 2 part Into the Maelstrom campaign crawl, continuing onto the Maelstrom itself where I had a TPK, and both my PCs were turned into vampyres themselves.
October 18, 2026 at 4:12 AM
metamer.bsky.social
On the seventeeth day of #Mörktober, Bird (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of a wake of vultures, perched over a splatter of unidentified remains. The vultures show signs of ASH use, their bones glowing through their skin. The text reads, "Carrion Conniver No shortage of dead bodies among the undead, these birds make their homes in the masts of Scourge ships. HP 8 Morale 5 No Armor Peck d6 Necrotic Bile d8 Usable once per combat. After using, the Carrion Conniver goes first in initiative the following round, lightened by the release of digestive fluids and its targets disgusted by the burning disgorgement."
October 17, 2026 at 8:30 PM
metamer.bsky.social
On the sixteenth day of #Mörktober, Ship (for Pirate Borg).
Text by me, art by @lostarot.bsky.social

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An illustration of a brigatnine, flying the jolly roger. It has been repaired by applying dead things to the hull, including a figurehead that is the skull and lantern of a lanternfish. The text reads, "The ship, if it had a name, is as lost as the names of the dead that crew it. After years of neglect, this brigantine has been repaired by necromancy, leading to a patchwork of timber, rope, tar, skin, bone, souls, and blood. --- ---- HP Hull Agility Speed 40 -d4 -1 4 Skill Broadsides Small Arms Ram -0 d8 d4 d6 Crew Cargo 15/30 4 The Horde Sheds. When rammed or ramming, the opposing ship is littered with d6 zombies that attack the crew. Undead Fortitude. If reduced to 0 HP or less, test DR 12 to drop to 1 HP instead. Marrow Cannons(PB.108) Terrifying. At start of combat, ships and PCs cannot take crew actions until passing a Morale test by rolling under a 6."
October 17, 2026 at 1:34 AM