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It was as if we’d invited disaster upon ourselves: whilst in our March news post we were joking about the fact that we weren’t moving house or undertaking any major renovations, our association’s premises ended up looking like a building site for a while following water damage in the rooms above. But all is well: the worst is over and soon everything will look as we – and you – are used to.

What else has been happening:

• Room hire revenue remains above budget, which we’re very pleased about. Equally encouraging: donations at free events have increased. We’re delighted by this show of appreciation!
• The Pathfinder Society and the Starfinder Society have been discontinued. There is a separate post explaining the reasons. However, Starfinder adventures will continue at KuL, and the replacement for the Pathfinder Society is expected to launch in the autumn.
• The new KuL campaign world and the successor to Arcanor is scheduled to launch in June or July.
• Demand for the Paint&Prep event has been very low recently. Therefore, the format is being suspended for the time being. However, we are open to ideas so that we can continue to provide a space for GMs in the future, much like the GM-Talk used to be.
• Dogs are awesome and therefore welcome at KuL. We ask owners to clean and dry their four-legged friends’ paws. Additionally, please give the room a quick tidy after playing to prevent dog hair from accumulating. Thank you very much!

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KuL Play: Nemesis
12., 21. & 27.05. English Board game
Nemesis is a semi-cooperative board game that throws you and your crew right into a nightmare scenario on a crippled spaceship. You wake up from hibernation only to find: one of your crewmates is dead, the ship has sustained critical damage, and you are definitely not alone. Your goal? Survive and complete a secret mission. The catch? Every player has their own agenda, and it doesn’t always align with the survival of the entire group…
Register via Discord

System of the Month Juni
5., 11., 20. & 30.06. Englisch TTRPG
Daggerheart is the fantasy roleplaying system from Darrington Press (famously known for Critical Role). It was developed to tell epic stories that focus primarily on the characters and celebrate the fine line between triumphant success and dramatic twists. In a world full of magic and danger, you step into the roles of brave heroes.
Register via Discord

KuL Social
3.6. Social
We will meet again to chat, play games, and admire rooms.

The next meetup will take place on
Wednesday, July 1 at 18:00.
You can participate in person or via Discord.

The first meeting in 2026 went smoothly—no reports of our rooms being renovated or a mass exodus of members =) That’s why there’s only a little news to report:

• Our finances are looking very good, as we have around 30% more room rentals than budgeted! Thank you for your continued loyalty and nerdiness =)
• There were a few new decorative elements, but most importantly, a new table for the library! Finally, there is space for your drinks, battle maps, character sheets, snacks, GM screens, minis, dice penalty zone, and much more.
• There’s something brewing with Project Blackrock, and you should get more info at the end of April – stay tuned! In any case, we’ve already increased the limit for free games to 12.
• And last but not least: We’re planning to offer great new merch again in 2026 😉

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Upcoming Events

KuL-Quest: Mothership
10., 18. & 24.3. English PnP
The science fiction horror role-playing game is extremely deadly and uses an intuitive W100 system. It’s not about being a hero, but about surviving the next disaster long enough to maybe reach a shore leave.
Signup via Discord

KuL-Quest: Pathfinder Society
11.3. & 8.4. German PnP
Take on the role of an agent of the Pathfinder Society, a legendary league of adventure seekers who explore the world, recover artifacts from times past, uncover secrets, and make new friends beyond the horizon.
Signup via SwissRPG

KuL-Quest: Starfinder Society
18.3. & 22.4. English PnP
A worldwide science fantasy campaign that puts you in the role of an agent of the Starfinder Society. The Society is a group of explorers who travel out into the galaxy in search of lost knowledge and technologies.
Signup via SwissRPG

KuL-Quest: DnD Introgame
23. & 27.3. German/English PnP
Our addition to the “Gratisrollenspieltage”: Welcome to your first day at the Couriers and Messengers Guild! Stationed at the bustling guild hall, you’ll sort parcels, make deliveries, and keep the mail moving.
Signup via Discord

KuL Paint & Prep
26.3. & 30.4. Social
KuL Paint & Prep is a creative evening for game masters and players to paint miniatures, build terrain, and prepare adventures and/or characters together. Bring your own project or help paint the miniatures on site.
Signup via Discord

KuL Social
2.4. Social
We will meet again to chat, play games, and admire rooms.

KuL-Quest: Outgunned Adventure
5. & 6.4. or 2., 10. & 25.4. English PnP
“Learning together with others” is entering its second round, and this time you should remember to pack your parkas and signal pistols: Professor Wieloch has discovered a trail that goes far beyond the history books.
Signup via Discord

The next meetup will take place on
Thursday, May 7 at 6:00 p.m.
You can participate in person or via Discord.

A new year is dawning, and with it some changes that we decided on at the general meeting on January 7. The complete minutes can be found below. Here is a summary of the most important news:

• While our new DnD community campaign, codenamed “Blackrock,” is still a little way off, we can look forward to welcoming the Starfinder Society in January! Just like the Pathfinder Society, an official adventure from the global campaign will be played every month.
• We now offer the following types of membership:
  • Standard membership (CHF 100)
  • Patron membership (CHF 200)
  • Solidarity membership (CHF 60)
  • Would you like to become a patron or are you dependent on the lower membership fee? Then please get in touch with us.
• Did you miss your chance to get your hands on a KuL shirt? Don’t worry: you can now order everything from T-shirts to aprons from our merchandise shop: kul-verein.ch/merchandise

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Future events

SotM January: Green Oaks
15. & 27.1. English PnP
Each player takes on the role of an Elder living in Green Oaks, a charming, greenery surrounded structure. Rumors swirl that great treasures are hidden in its basement.
Registration via Discord, Full

KuL-Play: Terraforming Mars
19.1. Boardgame
Terraforming Mars is a strategic board game where players control corporations to transform Mars into a habitable planet.
Registration via Discord, Full, possibly additional sessions

KuL-Quest: Starfinder Society
21.1. & 18.2. English PnP
A worldwide science fantasy campaign that puts you in the role of an agent of the Starfinder Society. The Society is a group of explorers who travel out into the galaxy in search of lost knowledge and technologies.
Registration via SwissRPG

KuL Paint & Prep
29.1. & 26.2. Social
KuL Paint & Prep is a creative evening for game masters and players to paint miniatures, build terrain, and prepare adventures and/or characters together. Bring your own project or help paint the miniatures on site.
Registration via Discord

KuL-Quest: Technoir
3., 11., 17. & 25.2. English PnP
High-tech, hard-boiled roleplaying. Playing it safe isn’t working anymore; you’re not going to get out of this clean. You have illicit tech and the talent to use it. Time to go shake the city and see what falls out.
Registration via Discord

KuL Social
4.2. Social
In February, we will meet again to chat, play games, and admire rooms.

KuL-Quest: Pathfinder Society
11.2. German PnP
Take on the role of an agent of the Pathfinder Society, a legendary league of adventure seekers who explore the world, recover artifacts from times past, uncover secrets, and make new friends beyond the horizon.
Anmeldung via SwissRPG

SotM February: Nimble 2e
22. & 26.2. English PnP
A fast-paced, tactical, and fully 5e-compatible TTRPG designed for groups who consider cumbersome and complicated rules a waste of time. It combines the best elements of the most popular role-playing games to finally eliminate the problem of endless battles.
Registration via Discord

The next meetup will take place on
Wednesday, March 4 at 6:00 p.m.
You can participate in person or via Discord.

You have probably all heard by now that we have successfully moved. I won’t repeat myself here and will simply refer you to the construction reports and the successful crowdfunding campaign. Instead, let’s get straight to the news from yesterday’s meeting:

• Members can now book the Sci-Fi Bridge for CHF 20 for short sessions (such as Session 0 or board games).
• Furthermore, all rooms can be booked by members on weekdays until 5:00 p.m. (i.e., during off-peak hours) for CHF 20.
• There will be a successor to our Arcanor community campaign! Project Blackrock is being organized by Daniel, Elia, and Nino and is expected to be announced in December. We are looking forward to having another free DnD campaign soon.
• The third quarter financial results also look good. Due to the unexpectedly higher rent, more expenses for rent deposits, etc., things will be a little tighter at the end of the year despite your overwhelming donations. However, all signs are good for next year, with steadily growing membership numbers and room rentals.
• Small stuff: If you see a large table (at least 110 cm wide) that would fit in the library, please let us know! We also ask you to label your compartment with GM material in the room.

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Future events

Open Day
8.11. Social
Come by, catch up with familiar faces, meet new people, and discover potential fellow players. It’s a great opportunity for the Bern RPG community to come together again.

System of the Month November: Draw Steel!
11. & 19.11. English PnP
A new game for a new age! Draw Steel is the breathtaking new, action-oriented, fantasy RPG from MCDM that’s both fun to play and fun to run!
Anmeldung via Discord, Ausgebucht

KuL Paint & Prep
27.11. Social
KuL Paint & Prep is a creative evening for game masters and players to paint miniatures, build terrain, and prepare adventures and/or characters together. Bring your own project or help paint the miniatures on site.
Signup via Discord

KuL-Social: Christmas Special
6.12. Social
Enjoy a cozy evening with winter games, snacks, and good company. Whether you want to meet Santa Claus or just relax, it’s sure to be a festive occasion!
Signup via Discord

KuL-Quests: Hogswatch at the Snyder-Manson
12.12. Englisch PnP
In keeping with the Christmas season, we are offering you the one-shot “Hogswatch at the Snyder Estate” from Terry Pratchett’s Discworld RPG “Adventures in Ankh-Morpork.” The game system is heavily narrative-focused. There are few rules, but plenty of room for inventing, asserting, and discussing!
Signup via Discord, fully booked

KuL-Play: Catan with Santa Claus mini expansion
16.12. Boardgame
Signup via Discord

The date of the general meeting is still to be decided. Vote on Discord!