**Disclaimer:** Runic Relic's Monster Compendium for Shadowdark RPG is an independent, third-party fan project. It is published under the Shadowdark RPG Third-Party License and is not affiliated with, endorsed, or sponsored by The Arcane Library, LLC. Shadowdark RPG is © 2023 The Arcane Library, LLC.
**SHADOWDARK RPG THIRD-PARTY LICENSE VERSION 1.1**
**1. Terms.** If you adhere to these terms, you may publish third-party material stating compatibility with Shadowdark RPG for free or for sale and keep 100% of the profits.
**2. Content.** You may freely use and reference the general concepts of Shadowdark RPG, such as the rules and game mechanics. You may use the names of the game's beings, locations, spells, and items. You may not use the game's art. You may not print verbatim passages of text (no matter the length) from the game, with the exception of monsters, spells, and magic items.
**3. Logos and Branding.** You may use the "Designed for use with Shadowdark RPG" logos from the Creator Kit, although it's not required to use the logos. You may use the term Shadowdark RPG in reference to compatibility (stating, for example, "This game is compatible with Shadowdark RPG" or another similar phrase). You may not use The Arcane Library logo or Shadowdark RPG logo under any circumstances. You may not imply that your publication is an official The Arcane Library, LLC or Shadowdark RPG product or that you or your publication are affiliated or associated with or approved, sponsored, or endorsed by The Arcane Library, LLC or Shadowdark RPG.
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