New tabletop experience combines survival horror with intimate storytelling as players maintain a magical ward against apocalyptic flames
South Bend, IN – 10/7/2025 – QuasiReal Publishing has launched Cinderedge, a solo journaling tabletop RPG that challenges players to document the final days of a Ward Keeper, a forgotten guardian maintaining a magical barrier against world-ending flames.
https://www.kickstarter.com/projects/quasigrant/cinderedge-solo-survival-ttrpg?ref=56e5rj
Cinderedge places players in the role of a solitary Ward Keeper stationed in the burning Doshariel forest, where ancient elven trees could burn for decades. With a deck of cards, two six-sided dice, and a journal, players must balance their health, sanity, and the structural integrity of their magical ward.
A New Approach to Solo Gaming
Cinderedge features over 150 story prompts that evolve each time they’re encountered, creating a unique narrative experience with every playthrough. Players progress through three distinct chapters as their resources deteriorate and their grip on reality weakens.
The game’s innovative memory system forces players to sacrifice their character’s memories to restore sanity or lose them entirely to the Ward’s hunger, creating genuine emotional stakes as players literally forget pieces of their character’s identity to survive another day.
Premium Physical Components
The Kickstarter offers two main pledge bundles :
- Ward Keeper’s Stash ($69): Includes digital edition, softcover zine, Ward Keeper’s Log journal, custom playing cards, and Star Gazer D6 dice with constellation pips
- Unmarked Grave ($129): Features a hardcover collector’s edition in a deluxe wooden box, along with all components from the Ward Keeper’s Stash
The 150+ page rulebook features premium printing, full-color artwork, and case-sewn binding. Every pledge includes a 5-song original soundtrack by Si Rutherford. Digital & Zine options will be available as low-cost entry points.
Proven Track Record
QuasiReal Publishing has successfully funded multiple projects, including MythCraft RPG ($124,905 raised), Veil of the Eternal Night ($454,638 raised), and Bria’s Mythical Menagerie ($205,913 raised) – Grant Mielke – Tabletop Analytics. Mielke also hosts “The Homebrew,” a top-charting actual play podcast that has reached the top 10 on both Apple and Spotify Games charts.
About QuasiReal Publishing
Founded by Grant Mielke, QuasiReal Publishing combines over 60 years of expertise in game design, development, and marketing. The company is dedicated to creating innovative tabletop experiences that push the boundaries of traditional gaming narratives.
