❄️You Can't Kill a God | Ice-Cold, Survival, Sandbox
The Frostmaiden has brought about eternal Winter. Try to survive the cold and save the Ten-Towns as winter comes.
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Weekly / Saturday - 5:00 PM UTC
Nov 15 / Session 100
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
4 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
🆕 D&D2024 ❄️ Isolation, Survival, Endless Winter 💀 Cold, Hopeless, Desperate 🌒 Fear of the Dark, Fear of the Unknown 🪨 Touchstones: Frostpunk, Night's Watch (Game of Thrones), At the Mountains of Madness 📖 The Story In the frozen expanse of Icewind Dale, survival is a daily battle. The people of Ten-Towns are no strangers to hardship, but the past two years have tested even the hardiest among them. The land is locked in a perpetual winter, a darkness that threatens to extinguish what little light remains. The Everlasting Rime, a cruel curse cast by the Frostmaiden Auril, has plunged the region into an endless night, where hope fades with each passing day. In this chilling wilderness, you will be forced to confront the unforgiving elements, dangerous beasts, and the creeping despair of a land losing its will to fight. As you navigate the treacherous ice, you must decide whether to stand as a beacon of hope for the people of Ten-Towns or to seize what you can in the chaos, leaving the weak to fend for themselves. The choices you make will determine the fate of Icewind Dale. If the sun ever rises again, will your name be remembered as that of a hero or a villain? 🎭 Fully Voiced NPCs & Monsters 🎼 Immersive Music & SFX 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Friendly 💭 What to Expect Themes: Survival Against Nature, Paranoia & Distrust, Ancient Technology, Isolation vs. Community, The Tyranny of a God Prepare for a high-roleplay adventure where your decisions carry significant weight in shaping the story. "Rime of the Frostmaiden" begins with your characters at Level 1, brought together by a shared mission but soon branching out into a world filled with personal quests and intertwined fates. Expect a campaign that will take your characters from Level 1 to Level 12, over approximately a year, depending on player engagement. In terms of gameplay, you can look forward to intense, atmospheric encounters, both in combat and roleplay. The harsh environment of Icewind Dale will challenge you, but so too will the moral decisions you must make. Whether it's defending the isolated communities of Ten-Towns or striking out on your own path, every choice will have consequences. The game will be played on Roll20, with Discord for voice communication. You can expect custom maps, immersive soundscapes through Syrinscape, and a game environment that prioritizes fun, fairness, and story-driven play. My goal is to create an experience where your characters are the heroes of an epic tale, forged in the cold and darkness of Icewind Dale. 🙋♂️ About Me I'm Euan, a Professional Dungeon Master with seven years experience of bringing D&D game to life. Armed with a Master of Arts Degree in Drama and a wealth of theatrical expertise, I craft immersive, high-roleplay experiences with a Mercer-esque playstyle. Expect fully-voiced NPCs and a world shaped by your actions. With multiple games weekly, I ensure each session maintains a professional standard.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
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4 years on StartPlaying
1029 games hosted
Highly rated for: Voices, Creativity, Storytelling
Average response time: 4 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
🎭 Actor | ⚔️ Storyteller | 🧠 Neurodivergent | 🌈 He/Him Hail, adventurers! I’m Euan, a trained actor with a Master's Degree in Drama and a lifelong love of tabletop roleplaying games. Whether you're brand new to TTRPGs or a seasoned hero, I’m here to guide you through thrilling stories, emotional character moments, and unforgettable adventures. You won’t just walk away with treasure, you’ll gain unique memories and new friends who shared the journey with you. 👋 About Me • I’m an actor, filmmaker, music lover, and dedicated gamer. • A huge Critical Role fan, which as strongly influence my playstyle; expect roleplay-heavy sessions. • I’m bisexual and neurodivergent, and I believe passionately that TTRPGs are for everyone. Inclusion is NOT optional, it's essential! 🫴 What I Offer • Odyssey Campaigns: Games that last multiple years. • Long-Term Campaigns: 6–12+ month epics across bigger campaigns. • Mini-Campaigns: 2–5 month arcs for a tighter, more focused experience. • One-Shots: Great for new players or a one-night-only adventure. • Homebrew & Official Modules: Pick your flavour; a story you can pick, or one you discover. • Event Games: Hosting a party, team-building day, or themed event? I can run the perfect game for your group. 🐲 Why Adventure With Me? • 🎓 Trained Actor: I hold both a BA and MA in Drama, bringing characters to life with immersive, reactive roleplay and a range of unique NPC voices; Humanoid and Beyond! • 🧠 Experienced GM: I’ve run countless games, paid and unpaid, online and in person. You’re in capable hands. • 🎵 Music & SFX: I provide tailor made music & SFX for every game through Syrinscape. • 💰Investment: I invest in my games; maps, artwork, music, and more. II ensure money goes BACK into my games to keep making them better! • 📖 Loads of Content: I offer access to a rich library of official material to support your character and your journey. 🛡️ Safe, Welcoming Spaces • 🚫 Zero Tolerance for Bigotry of any kind. • 🧰 I make use of TTRPG safety tools to ensure everyone is comfortable, respected, and having fun. Let’s roll some dice, tell great stories, and have fun. Adventure awaits, will you answer the call?
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Creating your character
Characters will begin at level 1, with intial discussions on character creation happening in Session 0. Players then will create the characters in their own time, but can contact me if they need support.
The game will take place weekly at the same day/time, played on Roll20. Game Length: 3 - 4 hours. Sign ups within a certain threshold of the start time will be brought into the session the following week due to onboarding process. Please check the listing to see if there is a warning. As a rule of thumb, if you join a game within 12 hours of the start time, this will apply.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
- A mic to talk is necessary, and a webcam is recommended, but not required. - Level 1 Character Sheet must be prepared beforehand (but I can help if contacted before game) - (Optional) Downlaod a piece of free software called 'Syrinscape Online Player' to recieve music and sounds (discussed in Session 0).
What Euan Buddie brings to the table
🎭 Dynamic Roleplay Trained in acting, I bring every NPC to life with distinct voices and personalities. Experience fully immersive interactions as your character. THEATRE KIDS will love my games! 🎵 Atmospheric Audio Using Syrinscape, I craft immersive soundscapes with ambient noise, music, and effects; whether it’s a busy market or a dragon’s lair, every scene will feel like you're really there. 🌍 Immersive Worlds I primarily run games on Roll20, using official, purchased or custom-built maps tailored to your adventure. From spooky dungeons to bustling cities, every location feels alive, with tokens and assets that bring encounters to life. 📚 Comprehensive Digital Tools My Roll20/D&Dbeyond/Demiplane compendium gives you seamless access to character options, spells, and items, ensuring a smooth creation process and the resources you need to create the character of your dreams. ⚔️ Thrilling Combat Expect exciting combat, cinematically described. I like to include environmental effects to make fights even more dynamic. I balance rules and creativity to make each fight epic and memorable. 📖 Story-Driven Adventures Your decisions ripple through the world, shaping a narrative that’s uniquely yours. It’s more than monsters and loot, this is a tale of your party. Whether you're in a homebrew game, or a pre-written module, anticipate that you have agency, and your actions have consequences. 🤝 Player-Focused Philosophy I’m here to challenge and inspire, not defeat you. Your character's growth and heroism are my priority, and together we’ll create an unforgettable adventure.
Homebrew rules
I use the following light Homebrew/Optional Rules: - *Auto Success/Fail on all d20 tests (*best/worst possible outcome in a situation) - Maximum Critical Hits - Bonus action potion (roll), Action Potion (max on the dice) - Flanking - Skill Challenges - Group skill checks = average number/success, not the lowest roll
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Euan Buddie creates a safe table
There is some light horror elements and some themes of survival. The game will be using Lines and Veils to ensure a comfortable experience for all players. This is done via a joined sheet which everyone is able to see, but it is completely anonymous. Session 0 will discuss; Code of Confuct, Game Mechanics, Character Creation, Campaign Context, and give oppertunity for questions. 3 Hour long session, 15 minute break midway. Debreif at the end (included within time).
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Safety tools used