Legacy of Kain devs Crystal Dynamics and UK-based design studio Lost in Cult just revealed their upcoming projects for the Legacy of Kain IP, including an encyclopedia and TTRPG set. Read on to learn more about what’s in store for the iconic franchise.
Crystal Dynamics Reveal Upcoming Legacy of Kain Projects
Lost in Cult and Cook and Becker Announced Legacy of Kain Encyclopedia
Crystal Dynamics, the renowned California-based game developer, has unveiled two exciting new projects for the Legacy of Kain franchise following the December 2024 release of Legacy of Kain: Soul Reaver 1 & 2 Remastered.
In a recent press release, the studio announced its collaboration with the UK-based creative design studio Lost In Cult and Dutch art dealership Cook and Becker to bring these projects to life. “We’re incredibly excited to be diving back into the world of Nosgoth with these two passion projects,” said Ryan Brown of Lost In Cult.
The first project, titled The Book of Nosgoth, is an official encyclopedia dedicated to the gothic world of Nosgoth, the central setting of the Legacy of Kain series. Written by Nic Reuben of Rock Paper Shotgun, the encyclopedia promises to be a comprehensive guide to Nosgoth’s locations, factions, and inhabitants. It will also feature a detailed timeline chronicling the epic rivalry between Kain and Raziel.
In addition to its rich lore content, The Book of Nosgoth will include behind-the-scenes insights into the development of the Legacy of Kain games. Readers can expect original concept art, sketches, maps, and exclusive interviews with the developers. The compendium will also delve into the creation of all five Legacy of Kain titles, offering a deep dive into the series’ production history.
An Official Legacy of Kain TTRPG Will Also Be Releasing Soon
The second project revealed in the press release is Legacy of Kain: Scourge of Sarafan, an atmospheric tabletop role-playing game set in Nosgoth during the Sarafan Order’s crusade against the vampiric scourge. Utilizing the critically acclaimed MÖRK BORG ruleset, Legacy of Kain: Scourge of Sarafan is expected to deliver a mechanics-light, high-stakes gameplay experience where players embody the warrior priests of the Sarafan Order.
Offering six playable classes, unique weapons and spells, an official bestiary of nocturnal horrors, and the entirety of Nosgoth’s unique landscape, Legacy of Kain: Scourge of Sarafan will allow players to forge their own paths in a campaign focused on vampire hunts, Nosgoth’s hidden history, and incursions into the spectral realm.
Legacy of Kain: The Book of Nosgoth and Scourge of Sarafan Pre-Orders Available Now
Both The Book of Nosgoth and Legacy of Kain: Scourge of Sarafan TTRPG are now available to pre-order on Backerkit. The Legacy of Kain Complete Edition bundle, which combines the deluxe editions of both products, is also available to pre-order on Backerkit.
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Legacy of Kain Official Encyclopedia and Tabletop Role-Playing Game
