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Shattering of Chains: Rise of the Changelings [Homebrew - Anti-Hero Campaign]
Banished from the world, Changelings now have the chance to turn the tables around. Villains, dark heroes, avengers? Where do you draw the line?
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Weekly / Saturday - 12:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 3.5 hours
0 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
DISCLAIMER: This campaign can be run on other timeslots and this timeslot can run other campaigns (check my profile for available games) Prepare yourselves for an unforgettable journey through the lands of Arda, where the fate of six changelings hangs in the balance and the call of adventure beckons! 🌍 The Setting: Arda, a world where changelings have long been relegated to the confines of the island prison, Outcast's Island; their abilities to shape-shift feared and misunderstood. Held captive by a society that views them as treacherous, these elusive beings have yearned for freedom, desperate to break free from the chains that bind them. However, an opportunity arises—a glimmer of hope in the form of the notorious pirate merchant, Monday Redblade. ❓ The Quest: Rumors are spreading like wildfire across the land—Monday Redblade, a pirate figure of infamy and notoriety, has set her sights on selecting six remarkable changelings from Outcast's Island. These chosen few will be given the chance to prove their worth and secure their freedom from the island's confines. But beware! Monday Redblade is no benevolent benefactor. She has her own sinister plans, and those who wish to leave the island must be prepared to delve into the treacherous depths of the criminal underworld. 🛂 The Path to Freedom: As part of the select group chosen by the pirate Monday Redblade, your fate will be forever entwined with hers. To secure your freedom, you must perform daring feats, execute heists, and navigate a web of intrigue—all while maintaining your changeling identity a secret from the prying eyes of the world. The stakes are high, and failure is not an option. Can you keep your true nature concealed while embracing a life of darkness, deceit, and unbridled ambition? 🔀 Choose the Path of the Unconventional: In this unique Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition campaign, I invite you to explore the morally ambiguous side of the alignment spectrum. Embrace the allure of an anti-heroic tale where the lines between good and evil blur, and choices have consequences. Your actions will shape not only your destiny but also the perception of changelings in the eyes of the world. Will you exploit your newfound freedom for personal gain, or will you rise above the prejudices and strive for a greater purpose? ❗ Join Us in Shattering the Shackles: Are you ready to seize your chance at liberation? Will you embrace the shadows, or will you rise above the darkness that has consumed your existence? Step into the shoes of a changeling desperado, and prepare to embark on an epic adventure where every decision matters. Join our table, fellow adventurers, and let the campaign of deception, danger, and redemption unfold. Dare to break free, and let your true selves shine in a world that has condemned you.
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Highly rated for: World Builder, Storytelling, Visual Aid
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About me
Website: https://fantasylair.net ⚔️ Premium fantasy campaigns with weight, consequence, and depth I run long-form homebrew fantasy campaigns for players who want more than a casual weekly game. My tables are built for those who value immersion, consistency, serious worldbuilding, and the feeling that their choices genuinely matter. This is not fantasy as decoration. It is a world with structure, memory, consequence, and weight. My style centers on regional-sandbox play, meaningful dilemmas, fair rulings, tactical pressure, and earned victories. I want players to feel like inhabitants of a living world, not tourists passing through a setting. The goal is to create a campaign where decisions leave marks, danger feels real, and triumph carries meaning because it was not cheaply given. I specialize in homebrew settings and what I would call fantasy realism: worlds that feel coherent, believable, and rewarding to explore. I aim for a grounded tone with serious stakes, room for character-driven humor, and a setting that remains immersive rather than random, chaotic, or overly gamey. Rule of Cool exists at my table, but I use it with restraint so that dramatic moments retain their power. 🖥️ Professional online play I run through Foundry VTT and Discord, supported by maps, visual aids, audio, automation, and organized materials. My aim is not simply to host a session, but to provide a polished campaign experience that feels stable, carefully prepared, and worth returning to each week. I also make rulings and expectations clear early, so players spend less time guessing and more time playing. On SPG alone, I have hosted 1,400 games over 5 years, with a 5.0 rating across 100+ reviews. Those numbers matter because they reflect the same standard I try to bring into every campaign: reliability, commitment, and a table players can truly invest in. If you are looking for a serious fantasy campaign with depth, challenge, and a world that remembers what you do, this is the kind of table I run.
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Creating your character
After checking out our game materials and world lore, players will create characters on their own after discussing the character creation during session 0. Most of the creation process can happen at session 0, but usually players need more time than that to finish the backstories.
⌛ We'll start once we have 5 players, but the game can continue with 4 players. Maximum player number is 6. While all player characters will be Changelings in this campaign, some further boosts will ensure customizability. 🔱Medium-term campaign, levels 5-11. 🔱Be prepared to use some new homebrew content/lore. ❗FILL ME FIRST: https://forms.gle/8gnCVVgKaShH5zpU9 The above form is a compilation of questions I would ask a joining player to determine their preferences, gamestyle etc. Please have it filled as you apply. UPDATE: For individuals joining the campaign during its progression, the process of character creation is scheduled for Mondays or at a mutually convenient time. This step is undertaken to ensure your seamless integration into the ongoing narrative. We kindly request that you partake in a session as an observer (complimentary of charge) prior to your enrollment. Your cooperation in this matter is greatly appreciated.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Stay active on our Discord server and all preparation steps will be announced there. Additionally, chat with other players will always happen through our Discord server. If you're new to Foundry, it helps a bit if you have watched a few tutorials for players.
What Ned brings to the table
I'm bringing the platform, maps, music organized lore, and a whole live homebrew world for my players to delve into!
Homebrew rules
Lots of homebrew content, classes, feats, spells, synergies, skill trees. D&D 5e at it next stage!
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
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Safety
How Ned creates a safe table
During session 0, players are encouraged to mention any themes they have particular problems with and/or phobias, so we can avoid those.
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