~Slay the Frostmaiden ~ Cold Dark Survival Adventure ~ Beginner/Neurodivergent/ LGBTQIA+ Friendly

~Slay the Frostmaiden ~ Cold Dark Survival Adventure ~ Beginner/Neurodivergent/ LGBTQIA+ Friendly

TYPE

Campaign

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
2 SEATS LEFT
$25.00

/ Session

Details

Weekly / Monday – 12:00 AM UTC

Jul 21 / Session 57

3–4 Hour Duration

4 / 6 Seats Filled

Schedule

Mon, Jul 21 | 12:00 AM – Session 57

Mon, Jul 28 | 12:00 AM – Session 58

Mon, Aug 04 | 12:00 AM – Session 59

Mon, Aug 11 | 12:00 AM – Session 60

Mon, Aug 18 | 12:00 AM – Session 61

Mon, Aug 25 | 12:00 AM – Session 62

Mon, Sep 01 | 12:00 AM – Session 63

Mon, Sep 08 | 12:00 AM – Session 64

Mon, Sep 15 | 12:00 AM – Session 65

About the adventure

You clutch your hands to your chest; they’ve gone completely numb and you are afraid frostbite may set in soon. Despite being bundled tightly, the biting cold seeps through, chilling you to your very core and freezing your exposed skin. Exhaustion has taken its toll and the only warmth comes from the aching in your limbs. The blizzard rages and if it wasn’t for the rope tied around your waist, leading into the white emptiness, you would think you had lost your companions altogether. Hope that the storm might eventually let up diminishes with each passing moment. You squint into the storm at the huddled, shadowy shapes of your companions: they fare no better. Your options are limited and time is running out: you must continue pushing forward or succumb to the relentless cold. You find yourself beneath the watchful gaze of colossal peaks at the base of the frozen, mountainous Spine of the World. Avalanches pose a real threat here, so you hold your frozen breath and try to move as quietly and quickly as possible. You spot the dark shape of a cave mouth, its entrance guarded by frozen, cracked bones. Jagged icicles hang from it, resembling menacing jaws poised to snap shut. Faint tracks are visible in the snow - a trail of large, clawed pawprints, evidence of recent activity. Do you brave the bitter cold in search of safer shelter, or do you enter the ominous cavern, uncertain of what awaits you inside? The group exchanges uneasy glances: neither choice is appealing, and you cannot risk staying still for too long. What do you do? ~~~~~~~~~~ Welcome to Rime of the Frost Maiden: A Cold Survival Horror Adventure. Auril, the Frost Maiden, has cast a relentless spell over Icewind Dale, subjecting it to perpetual winter for well over two years. With no end in sight, the residents of Ten Towns have resorted to drastic measures, including ritual sacrifice, in futile attempts to appease the Frost Maiden. Desperation reigns. Here enters your party of adventurers. Whether your motivations are altruistic or self-serving, you've come together as a group of potential heroes, eager to make a difference or earn some coin. Whatever drives you, the fate of Icewind Dale rests upon your shoulders. Brace yourselves for the challenges ahead. Art Made by Robin Childs https://robinachilds.com/

Game style

Theater of the Mind

Meet the Game Master
LGBTQ+
Hispanic/Latinx
Neurodivergent

2 years on StartPlaying

80 games hosted

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Storytelling, Creativity

About me

He/Him || Hispanic/LatinX || Bi/Ace || Neurodivergent Howdy, I’m Riddly! Welcome to my table! I’m a Mexican-American born to immigrant parents in Los Angeles. Growing up, I cut my teeth on 80’s and 90’s action, sci-fi, and fantasy movies and video games. This stuff had a huge impact on what I wanted to be and sparked my lifelong passion for storytelling. I didn’t really have a conduit for story-craft until I heard the D&D live play show The Adventure Zone. I was enamored and I had to try running a game. I had no idea what I was doing, but I grabbed a group of friends and we figured it out as we went. A few sessions in, I remember describing a scene in detail to the players, and I felt as if everyone at the table was really seeing the same scene - the looks on their faces told me they were totally immersed! After we all shared that magical moment, I was hooked, and I haven't stopped chasing that feeling since. While D&D was my first love, I’ve also run games in other systems like the Alien RPG, Vampire The Masquerade, and Blades in the Dark. I’ve channeled the movies, games, and books of my youth into learning to build an immersive world and craft a compelling story through the lens of TTRPGS. You’ll probably notice their influence if you sit down to a game with me. See you in Session Zero!

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Character creation

Creating your character

Character creation can take place either before or during Session Zero, but it's strongly recommended to have your character ready before Session Zero. This allows us to dive right into the game as soon as you join. Pre-generated Characters will be available at start for those who need them. Upon joining the campaign, you will receive a link to the D&D Beyond Campaign, along with instructions for character creation.

The current party

Playing Every Sunday. First Session is the Session Zero. Pre-generated characters will be available. We will be playing as soon as we get four people. No experience needed. I will show you how to play.

What to expect

Preparing for the session

💻 - Working computer (mic is required, camera is recommended) 🐲 - DnD Beyond Account 🎧 - Discord Account 🗺️ - Roll20 Account Optional: 🎮 - Beyond20 - This optional extension for Chrome or Firefox that will allow you to send digital rolls into Roll20 from a DnD Beyond character sheet. 🎲 - Dice - You can roll real dice or roll digitally, depending on your preference. Once you sign up for the game, links will be shared for the tools, along with additional details. Players are encouraged to ask me questions.

What Riddly/ Darwhin brings to the table

Knowledge and Experience: 🍺 Embark on your adventure with an experienced GM boasting 6 years of expertise and a track record of completing over 5 multi-year campaigns. This journey encompasses thousands of hours dedicated to worldbuilding, map creation, game preparation, and running games. 🍺 Enjoy the company of a passionate and enthusiastic GM who continually strives to refine the art of GMing. 🍺 Benefit from a well-rounded TTRPG pro, who wields perspective from both sides of the tabletop and understands the player experience. 🍺 Benefit from a GM who actively employs a "Yes, and..." play style, ensuring your decisions profoundly impact the story, unveiling boundless possibilities. Tools of the Trade: 🍺 Gain access to the DnD Beyond Campaign, featuring Legendary Collection content sharing. 🍺 Immerse yourself in vivid descriptions and heart-pounding moments that bring the game world to life. 🍺 Benefit from our dedicated private Discord server, exclusively set up and managed for our campaign. 🍺 Enjoy an enhanced gaming experience with custom sounds, music, and ambient effects generously provided by Battle Bards. 🍺 Immerse yourself in meticulously crafted maps, utilizing Roll20's dynamic lighting system for a truly immersive adventure. 🍺 Explore the world with uniquely designed custom maps, personally handcrafted to enrich your gameplay. 🍺 Expect high levels of role-play from me, complete with distinctive character voices that breathe life into each persona.

Safety

How Riddly/ Darwhin creates a safe table

❄️Characters Start at level 1 ❄️They will have a free feat and an extra 10 HP. ❄️Each character will be given the choice of a secret that will tie them to the Icewind Dale. ❄️Session Zero is where we will cover character connections, game themes, content warnings, and safety tools. ❄️Pregenerated characters will be available if preferred. ❄️We will begin play as soon as Session Zero is complete. Rime of the Frost Maiden deals with themes of survival and horror in the quintessential high-fantasy setting of Dungeons and Dragons. With the heavy and persistent landscape of a never-ending winter, this game might not be a good fit for people who suffer from seasonal depression.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

Frequently asked questions