Dragon Kings® is the reimagining of Dark Sun® by Timothy Brown (Dark Sun, 2300AD), converted to the Dungeon Crawl Classics® ruleset by John Watson (TORG: Eternity, Dungeon Dwelling Creatures). 

Dragon Kings, unlike traditional fantasy, is set on a world nearing the end of days called Khitus. The Dragon Kings, once benevolent rulers, left Khitus. Since the golden age of the Dragon Kings' rule has ended, the world has declined. Water mysteriously vanishes; the iron virus eats away at iron and alloys; wizards must contend with sorcery's wrath, a mystical affliction that can harm them, allies, or the very world when they wield magic; mind benders roam the world with a mix of intentions. Welcome to Khitus, a brutal world where only the strongest survive.

Within this 8.5" x 11", approximately 150-page black-and-white rulebook, you'll discover everything you need to bring the savage world of Dragon Kings to your Dungeon Crawl Classics adventures, including:

• 2 Brand-New Character Classes – Forge your destiny with exciting new ways to survive the dangers of Khitus!
• 4 New Race-Classes – Discover unique peoples of Khitus, each bringing new abilities and opportunities for adventure.
• Psychic Powers – Unleash the extraordinary power of the mind!
• New Wizard Spells & Patrons – Harness dangerous sorcery and forge pacts with powerful entities.
• Deadly Environmental Rules – Brave the unforgiving wastelands, where the world itself can be your greatest enemy.
• Terrifying New Monsters – Encounter deadly creatures unlike anything you've faced before.
• And Much More! – New mechanics, challenges, and surprises await those bold enough to venture into Khitus!

Dungeon Crawl Classics Compatibility

We're pleased to announce that Goodman Games has permitted us to reprint select rules from the Dungeon Crawl Classics RPG directly in Dragon Kings, making it easier to bring this brutal setting to your gaming table.

However, Dragon Kings is a setting supplement and does not replace the DCC core rulebook. A copy of the Dungeon Crawl Classics RPG rulebook, published by Goodman Games, is required for access to the complete selection of spells, classes, and other core rules.

Also included in the Dragon Kings Adventures book is an exclusive adventure written by legendary game designer Troy Denning, co-creator of Dark Sun, reuniting him with Timothy Brown to bring even more danger and adventure to the dying world of Khitus!

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Dragon Kings for Dungeon Crawl Classics brings together the creative forces of Timothy Brown’s Strange Owl Games and John Watson’s Rugby-Melee Games, combining decades of world-building and game design with the wild, unpredictable spirit of DCC.

Joining the project are contributing authors Aaron Burket, Matt De Micco, Brandon Goeringer, and John-Matthew DeFoggi, each helping bring the savage world of Khitus to life at the gaming table.

The striking cover art comes from Dax Hamon, whose work includes Dark Sun and Dungeon Dwelling Creatures. And he may have provided some personal loot to those adventurers clever enough to find them!

Joining Dax Hamon is an incredible lineup of talented artists, including legendary Dark Sun artist Brom, along with Joey Docil and Kennon James. Together, they'll bring the savage world of Dragon Kings to life with stunning artwork capturing the strange creatures, unforgiving landscapes, and deadly wonders of Khitus.

Finishing out the team is "Luau" Lou Hoefer, lending his talents to lay out the book, while Jeffrey L. Scifert serves as editor, helping ensure the finished product meets our standards for quality.

The classic Dungeon Crawl Classics classes—Cleric, Thief, Warrior, and Wizard—remain fully playable in Dragon Kings, but Khitus is far from the world you know.

Elves, Dwarves, and Halflings are gone. Their time has passed, and in their absence, new peoples have risen from the sands of this dying world. Strange cultures, hardened survivors, and entirely new races now struggle for their place beneath the unforgiving skies of Khitus.

Choose one of these new playable races or classes and discover what it takes to survive—and perhaps become a legend—in the world of Dragon Kings.

Insectoid warriors who guard the secret of Megha Stone, a mysterious metal with properties found nowhere else on Khitus.

Powerful reptilian humanoids only recently welcomed into the civilizations of Khitus, and still regarded with suspicion by many.`

Massive elephantine centaurs whose incredible strength allows them to crush enemies beneath sheer muscle and fury.

Small, agile, monkey-like humanoids at home among the treetops. Many share a special bond with the Sanid, enormous birds that soar above Khitus.

Deadly assassins who conceal razor-sharp shards within their own flesh, turning their bodies into hidden arsenals.

Wielders of extraordinary psychic abilities capable of bending minds and unleashing devastating mental powers.

Survive the Savage World of Khitus!

Khitus is a dying world where danger lurks beneath every step, magic comes at a terrible price, and survival is never guaranteed.

Dragon Kings for Dungeon Crawl Classics introduces exciting new rules and deadly challenges that bring the brutal reality of Khitus to life. From unforgiving environmental hazards to the unpredictable consequences of sorcery, every decision matters—and every victory must be earned!

• Environmental Hazards – The World Itself Is Your Enemy! The wastelands of Khitus show no mercy to the unprepared. Even well-equipped adventurers can fall victim to deadly sinkholes, raging land storms, erupting mud geysers, and countless other natural threats. On Khitus, surviving the journey can be just as dangerous as reaching your destination!

• Monsters – New Nightmares Await! Khitus teems with terrifying creatures unlike anything found in traditional fantasy. Face the fearsome, draconic Daragkon, beware the tiny but acid-secreting Yulugh, and encounter a host of new monsters eager to make your adventurers their next victims!

• Sorcery's Wrath – Power Comes at a Price! Magic is powerful, unpredictable, and potentially catastrophic. Wizards who channel too little—or too much—power risk unleashing Sorcery's Wrath. The consequences can devastate the caster, strike down innocent bystanders, or scar the very world around them. Every spell is a gamble. Will you wield the power—or be consumed by it?

• Desperation and Hope – Your Actions Shape the World! On Khitus, the choices your characters make have consequences. As Desperation rises, the world grows increasingly hostile. The environment becomes more violent, enemies grow more bloodthirsty, and even strangers become less welcoming. But darkness is not without its light! Through acts of heroism, freeing the enslaved, overcoming impossible odds, and vanquishing evil, characters can earn Hope. This precious resource can be shared by anyone at the table to reroll a die or push back the rising tide of Desperation.

Stretch Goals – Unlock the Legends of Khitus!

The more we raise, the more we unleash! Every stretch goal brings new rewards, exciting content, and even more ways to experience the savage world of Dragon Kings. Help us unlock them all!

We've joined forces with Timothy Brown's Strange Owl Games for an exciting Dragon Kings cross-collaboration!

Back BOTH Dragon Kings crowdfunding campaigns and unlock TWO exclusive FREE rewards!

• FREE Adventure PDF — The End is the Beginning, written by Dax Hamon and available for both D&D 5.5E and Dungeon Crawl Classics
• FREE Exclusive Dragon Kings Pin — Show your allegiance with an "I Believe in the Dragon Kings" pin. Perfect for your battle vest, backpack, tote bag, or anywhere you want to proudly display your support

Dragon Kings for Dungeon Crawl Classics is already well on its way to becoming a reality!

We're currently hard at work on layout and preparing the books for production. Our goal is to have everything finalized and ready to send to the printer as soon as the crowdfunding funds are released.

Our commitment is to deliver all physical books no later than Q2 2027 (June 2027). While we hope to get them into your hands even sooner, we've built our fulfillment timeline around delivering a quality product without rushing the process.

All digital products and digital stretch goals will be distributed through DriveThruRPG, making it easy for backers to access and download their unlocked content.

We're committed to keeping our backers informed throughout production, printing, and fulfillment.

The world of Khitus is already taking shape. Now, with your support, we're ready to bring it to your gaming table!

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