Gallows Court is a richly detailed 24x36 battlemap that captures the tension and drama of justice on the edge. Divided by a gently flowing brook and connected by a sturdy stone bridge, the map presents two distinct and dynamic locations. The Courthouse Complex stands as a bastion of law and order—or corruption—featuring fortified architecture, chambers of deliberation, and cells of confinement. On the other side, the Town Square buzzes with civilian life, market trade, and public spectacle, anchored by the ominous presence of the Hangman’s Gallows. Whether your players are defending the innocent, staging a daring jailbreak, or plotting a last-minute rescue, this map sets the perfect stage for courtroom drama, political intrigue, and explosive urban encounters.
Includes
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24x36 Battle map of a stately court house and town square by me, Dread Maps (https://patreon.com/dreadmaps)
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6 Variants: summer, day, night, rain, muddy, acid
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5 NPC tokens from Red Craft (https://marketplace.roll20.net/browse/publisher/2169/redcraft)
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2 Music and 3 Ambient tracks from Michael Ghelfi Studios (https://michaelghelfi.com)
You can use in conjunction with Necro Prison for the ultimate scenario of state corruption.
Courthouse Complex
A structured and fortified civic building serving justice—with or without mercy:
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Courtroom – Central chamber with judge's bench, jury seating, and public gallery; ideal for trials or heated arguments.
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Foyer – Entry hall for civilians and guards; a chokepoint during a siege or escape.
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Judge’s Chambers – Private quarters for the judge; may hide incriminating evidence or be home to an intense role play session.
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Clerk’s Office – Stacked with records and case files; perfect for uncovering secrets or forging documents.
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Deliberation Room – Where the jury discusses verdicts; doubles as a meeting or hostage-holding space.
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Prisoner Cell – A small, reinforced holding room near the court—ripe for rescue attempts or interrogation scenes.
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Battlements – Defensive rooftop walkways; provide high ground for archers, guards, or assassins.
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Bathroom – Adds realism and a potential hidden passage or awkward encounter.
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Courtyard – Open-air space within the courthouse walls; used for drills, speeches, or secret exchanges.
Town Square
A vibrant yet volatile public space, perfect for roleplay, chaos, or confrontation:
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Open Markets – Colorful stalls and merchant carts; cover for thieves, crowds, or urban brawls.
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Tavern with Second-Story Decks – A lively inn with open seating and upper-level balconies; ideal for surveillance, ambushes, or rooftop chases.
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Stone Bridge – Connects the town square and courthouse across a flowing brook; a symbolic and strategic choke point.
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Hangman’s Gallows – A grim focal point in the square; excellent for last-minute rescues, public executions, or tense standoffs.