Icewind Dale, a frigid adventure | Free game zero
About the adventure
You brave the cold depths, seeking out a power that the huddled people of Ten Towns only speak of in hushed whispers; a goddess of ice, banished to the mortal plane for reasons unknown. Man was not meant to set foot in parts so inhospitable, but that's hardly going to stop you, is it? Through beast, sleet, and snow, you will find what you came for. No matter what. Icewind Dale: Rime of the Frostmaiden is a tale of dark terror that revisits the forlorn, flickering candlelights of civilization known as Ten-Towns and sheds light on the many bone-chilling locations that surround these frontier settlements. Threatened by the Frostmaiden’s everlasting night, you must recite ancient rhymes, explore yawning glacial fissures, and discover a secret so old and terrifying few dare speak of it. This premium game is supported with full NPC voice work, sound and musical accompaniment, and full foundry support with visual effects for spells and abilities.
$25.00
/ Session
Details
Bi-weekly / Thursday – 12:05 AM UTC
Aug 7 / Session 51
3–4 Hour Duration
4 / 5 Seats Filled
GAME MASTER
Kevin
5.0
(90)
Schedule
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(90)
3 years on StartPlaying
430 games hosted
Highly rated for: Voices, Storytelling, Knows the Rules
About me
Back in the 2000s, or the long long ago as I now call it, a friend of mine introduced me to Dungeons and Dragons 3.5. Ever since then I've been addicted to the game and watched it grow from a relatively niche hobby into the dynamic and expansive game it is today. I want to offer you the opportunity to experience the extraordinary, the adventure, the peril, the odyssey of your own fantasy. Band together with your friends and come make memories that you'll hold in your heart for years to come. Or perhaps step into my arena and slay friends and strangers alike to test your talents as a character builder! Whether you're a cooperative adventurer or a number-minded powergamer, I have a game just for you. So come along and pick a path of your own, step into the shoes of your own legend, and I'll be your guide to the fantastical worlds of Dungeons and Dragons!
View Profile →Reviews (90)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Voices
Storytelling
Knows the Rules
Roadie
Played 202 sessions
Very good narrative, attentive DM, fun, safe and comfy atmosphere. Kev definitely puts a lot of effort into his games and as a player I appreciate it.
Santino
Played 148 sessions
Just finished a campaign with Kev, really amazing experience. Great storyteller , very professional. already booked another campaign. Would highly recommend joining any of his upcoming games. Beginner friendly and experienced GM . Looking forward to many many more sessions.
Brad/Torothin
Played 136 sessions
Kevin runs a good game. He brings the NPCs to life adding a great deal of flavor and personality. He is very knowledgeable about the rules requiring very little time spent looking something up. The pace of combat was fast and flavorful. I would like to see a way for the music and the DMs voice to be on separate channels so I can adjust the music volume more to my liking.
Charles
Played 90 sessions
I'm pretty picky on DMs, but I can say that Kev is one of the more solid choices on startplaying. He knows the rules very well, is able to push the story forward while also giving the players plenty of time to roleplay and make our own choices. The voices he does also lends a lot to the NPCs and makes them more enjoyable as well, and he knows when to rewrite/fix modules when they aren't very inspiring or well written. If he makes mistakes he corrects them in a way that does not hurt the players. 10/10 would recommend and I look forward to more campaigns with Kev, though I cannot say much about his PvP games as I have never participated.
Jack
Played 66 sessions
Just finished our Curse of Strahd campaign and Kev was amazing. He always managed to keep track of every quirky NPC, allowed for the players to drive the plot at our own pace and incorporated elements of our backstories into the narrative. I would definitely suggest him to anyone looking for a GM.
Charles
Played 45 sessions
Kev's a great GM. I am in his Avernus campaign, and I have done a few one-shots with him. Tonight, he GMed me through his Jailbreak at the Insanatorium. It's a fun ride. :)
Character creation
Creating your character
You'll be starting off with fresh level 1 adventurers. We will have a free session zero before the date of the first game where I help you build your characters and we will discuss backgrounds. We'll be using DnD Beyond for character building.
Check your player dashboard for the discord server link you'll need for session 0!
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You will need a mic, Forge VTT account, D&D beyond account, and Discord (downloading it isn't needed, but helps). It isn't necessary that you be a master of the game, however I am going to ask that you at least know the basics of how to play. All dice rolls will be digital; no at home rolls will be accepted.
What Kevin brings to the table
I'm bringing every character creation option in DnD Beyond, a campaign link you will be able to make your character with online, and all the Roll 20 virtual maps and monsters we'll be using for the games.
Platforms used
Safety
How Kevin creates a safe table
This is a campaign for my evening Icewind Dale game. Players should ideally be able to make it to each subsequent game thereafter until the campaign's completion, and I'll work with players to make a schedule work out. This is a full campaign, so players should expect a mix of combat, roleplay, and puzzle solving. I'll be using the Open Door safety tool for this game. If at any point you're uncomfortable and need a break, feel free to take one, no warning necessary. I'll also try to take a break midway through the game to ensure players don't get too worn out. I will be using Syrinscape to create ambient moods, sound effects, and music as appropriate, and I will also be using a host of flashy and customizable animations for spellcasting and other effects.
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