Picking a vintage critchronicle rpg adventures campaigns module comes down to who is at the table and what level they are playing. These two TSR classics sit just $0.50 apart in listed price, but they were designed for completely different kinds of play - one is a high-level group challenge, the other is a solo journey for a mid-level character.
Quick verdict
- Choose RPG Dungeons & Dragons Companion Set Adventure Module, Earthshaker if you have a full party of 4-6 players running high-level characters (levels 18-20) and want a Companion Set group adventure.
- Choose RPG Dungeons & Dragons Expert Set Adventure Module Lathan's Gold for levels 4-6 if you want a solo adventure for a single character in the Expert Set level range (levels 4-6).
Price is not the deciding factor here - the listed prices are USD 25.00 and USD 25.50, a spread where the lowest is 2% below the highest.
At a glance
| Module | Level Range & Format | Condition & Year | Listed Price |
|---|---|---|---|
| RPG Dungeons \& Dragons Companion Set Adventure Module, Earthshaker | 4-6 characters, levels 18-20 | New, 1985 | USD 25.00 |
| RPG Dungeons \& Dragons Expert Set Adventure Module Lathan's Gold for levels 4-6 | Solo adventure, levels 4-6 | Used, 1984 | USD 25.50 |
Where each one wins
Where Earthshaker wins
- Built for a full party: Designed for 4-6 characters, so it fits a standard group without needing to adapt a solo structure.
- High-level play: Covers levels 18-20 from the Companion Set, a tier that has far fewer published modules than mid-levels.
- New condition: Listed as New with no missing pages and never been used, which matters for collectors and for readability at the table.
Where Lathan's Gold wins
- True solo design: Official solo adventure for a single character of levels 4-6, ideal when you don't have a full group or want a one-on-one session.
- Accessible level range: Levels 4-6 from the Expert Set is a sweet spot many campaigns actually reach and can replay with different characters.
- Expert Set compatibility: Ties directly to the Expert Set rules, making it easier to slot into an ongoing Expert-level campaign.
Product notes
RPG Dungeons & Dragons Companion Set Adventure Module, Earthshaker
This 1985 TSR module is the Companion Set entry for high-level groups, written for 4-6 characters of levels 18-20. The description notes there are no missing pages and it has never been used, and the condition is listed as New. That combination makes it appealing if you want a complete, clean copy to run or keep. The Country of Origin is United States and the mpn is 9128. A clear reason to pick it is the rare high-level group format - few adventures support this tier for a full party. A limitation is the narrow level band; if your party is not in the 18-20 range, you will need significant conversion work to use it.
RPG Dungeons & Dragons Expert Set Adventure Module Lathan's Gold for levels 4-6
This 1984 TSR module is an official solo adventure for a character of levels 4-6, from the Expert Set. The description notes there are no missing pages but there are some pencil erasures, and the condition is listed as Used. The Recommended Age Range is 13+ and the Country of Origin is United States. A concrete reason to choose it is the solo structure - you can run it with just one player and one DM, or as a focused side quest. A limitation is the Used condition with pencil erasures, which may affect presentation even though the pages are complete.
Final choice by use case
For a group campaign hitting Companion levels: Earthshaker is the logical fit. If your table has 4-6 players already at levels 18-20, this module was written exactly for that moment and the New condition adds confidence in completeness.
For solo play or a smaller table: Lathan's Gold is the better match. Its solo design for levels 4-6 makes it usable when you can't gather a full party, and the Expert Set level range is far easier to bring a character into.
For collectors focused on condition: The difference is clear in the listings - Earthshaker is listed as New and never been used, while Lathan's Gold is listed as Used with some pencil erasures. If pristine pages matter most, that points to Earthshaker; if you prioritize the solo Expert Set experience, Lathan's Gold still offers a complete copy with no missing pages.
