Publisher: Dungeon Masters Guild

The Pumpkin King’s Bargain

A Folk-Horror Halloween One-Shot for 5e

Every autumn equinox, the villagers of Witherbrook lit their lanterns — carved faces glowing bravely against the night — to honor an ancient bargain with a forgotten king. But this year, every jack-o’-lantern rotted overnight, their grins collapsing into mold and silence. The pact is broken… and now the Pumpkin King rises to collect his due.

The Pumpkin King’s Bargain is a chilling folk-horror one-shot designed for 3rd–5th level adventurers, perfect for a spooky seasonal session or as a drop-in story for your ongoing campaign.

Can your players uncover the truth behind the broken bargain and save Witherbrook before it’s too late? Or will they renew the pact with blood — damning the village for another generation?

The Pumpkin King’s Bargain delivers an unforgettable night of suspense, dread, and harvest horror.

: $2.99