Tales of Astera: The Isles
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
Embark on an Epic Adventure in the World of Astera! Join a game over three and a half years in the making, set in the rich, immersive world of Astera, where five unique campaigns unfold simultaneously! South Imaea: The Mongoose Crew has been navigating the treacherous lands of South Imaea, a region riddled with powerful beings, cunning factions, and deep, personal challenges. Heroes here must explore, battle, and unravel the mysteries that haunt this tumultuous land. North Imaea: In the untamed wilds of North Imaea, two new groups of heroes face an escalating conflict between warring factions. The tension is high, and the stakes are higher as they are tested against looming threats in this fierce and unpredictable setting. The Isles: Far to the south, beyond the borders of Imaea, lies The Isles—a tropical paradise shrouded in mystery and danger. Adventurers here will embark on new voyages across the open sea, uncovering secrets and challenges in this exotic and unexplored region. Abravar: East of Imaea, in the land of Abravar, the newest campaign is set in a world driven by politics and industrial evolution. Here, the party must navigate a complex landscape of power struggles and decide who to support in this high-stakes, politically charged environment. Each campaign is deeply rooted in character-driven storytelling, with extensive use of player backstories to shape the narrative. Players have the opportunity to create not only a richly developed character but also a custom mini (usually via HeroForge) for use in physical combat scenarios. Plus, players who stay with the campaign for four months will receive their own painted mini of their character, crafted by the DM! If you have any questions or need more information, don’t hesitate to message me (the DM)!
Game style
Theater of the Mind
“Theater of the Mind” uses little to no visuals for scene settings and combat. Instead, the narrative imagery comes from the Game Master’s descriptions and character action and movement comes from Players’ descriptions.
What is south of South Imaea?! Venture forth into a realm of mystique and intrigue that beckons the bold and the curious. Here, amidst a scattered archipelago, each island tells a tale of its own; from bustling hubs of commerce to untamed, Tropical frontiers. As the sun-dappled waves lap against your vessel, you'll soon realize that the truest dangers aren't confined to land. One island looms, its form a titanic, fossilized creature, a relic of a prehistoric era that whispers secrets to those who dare listen. Its presence casts a shadow over the surrounding isles, a living testament to ages long past. Navigating these waters will thrust you into a web of sea-faring skirmishes, where the line between predator and prey blurs. Each journey is a dance with the unknown, where alliances may be forged in the heat of battle, or shattered amidst the crashing waves. Yet, as the tides ebb and flow, a clandestine force lurks in the shadows. An enigmatic organization, its influence pervasive, its motives concealed. They watch, they wait, weaving a tapestry of uncertainty that hints at an agenda known only to them. In this uncharted expanse, will you become the beacon of progress, forging a path towards a new era? Or will you heed the call of ancient entities, embracing a legacy that predates the very concept of civilization itself? The choices you make will echo through time, shaping the fate of the isles, and perhaps, the world beyond. -New Campaigns will start at level 3 with an added boon decided in conversation with the DM (me)! -Twilight Clerics are banned (sorry!!) -homebrew needs to be discussed with DM -spelljammer races need to be discussed with DM
4 years on StartPlaying
472 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Visual Aid
Additional details
How to prepare
Webcams and mic is required. Characters will need to be created on D&dbeyond. Each session is run through Discord (chat) and streamed through Evmux.
What I provide
DM will provide setting, physical terrain encounters, and minis!
Gameplay details
Individual session 0's will be set up to make sure it's a good fit for player and to understand their character's backstory that we will be adding to the campaign!
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Breaks
• Session 0
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
The character’s levels will be determined based on where other characters are currently at in the campaign. Extended backstory strongly encouraged for DM’s use in setting the story!
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• D&D Beyond
• Discord
• Physical Battlemap
$30.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Tuesday - 12:00 AM UTC
Apr 29 / Session 62
3-4 Hour Duration
6 / 6 Seats Filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+