The Arcane Gate Opens January 10 + 11

Madison Maker’s Studio

100 South Baldwin Street, Madison Wisconsin

Welcome to The Second Ember Con

Ember Con is a zero profit, underground gathering of table top RPGs.

No publishers

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No hotel blocks

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All funds donated

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No publishers | No hotel blocks | All funds donated |

For two days, play genre defining classics to nice, independent titles – all within an art gallery. Visit the “lineup” page for the latest events. To purchase a badge and submit games at the “Badges / Submissions” page.

Equip your badge here

Ember Con Isn’t Here To Turn A Profit.


100% of the proceeds raised from badge and game ticket sales go towards the National Fallen Fire Firefighter’s Foundation (NFFF). The NFFF is a nonprofit that provides funds for firefighters who are injured on duty - and helps cover the funeral costs for families who experience a line of duty death. Mental health support, scholarships, and much more make-up the full mission of the NFFF.

Over 80% of firefighters in Wisconsin are volunteers, making it difficult for them to receive healthcare for injuries they receive on the job. That’s where the NFFF comes in. By providing the much-needed funds for medical care, injured firefighters can be back on their feet as fast as possible. You can read more about the NFFF Here.

Important Dates

  • October 15. Early bird badge sales close November 30.

  • December 19

  • December 20 at Noon CST

  • January 10 + 11