Etheros -🗺️An Unexplored World🗺️ - (Weekly Wedensdays)
“Enter the Valley of Thorns—a wild land of twisted magic, buried secrets, and looming war. What you uncover may save the world… or doom it.”
$18.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Wednesday – 3:00 PM UTC
Aug 20 / Session 60
Session Duration / 3–5 hours
4 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
⚜️In the thriving realm of Etheros, kingdoms are in peaceful coexistence, reveling in an era of prolonged harmony among diverse races. However, beyond the vast ocean to the west, an new continent has been discovered, as a long-lost ship mysteriously reappears 19 years after its disappearance at sea. The allure of unexplored territories and newfound magic in this western continent, sparks an insatiable hunger for power among the Eastern kingdoms. The anticipation and discussions surrounding the exploration of this uncharted world spread to every corner of Etheros. As an exiled adventurer, you play a important role in this, journeying into the heart of this unknown land. You wash up on the shores of the new world, and here starts the journey that will change the fate of Etheros. 📖 Larger Introduction of the story can be seen here as a PDF on anyflip :) https://anyflip.com/vdvfv/bjfk/ ------------ ⚜️ Embark on an epic adventure into a long-lost world where you, as an exiled adventurer, shape your destiny. Define the reasons for your exile and explore the newfound land, drawing inspiration from classical themes, and stories seen in iconic works like Lord of the Rings and Faerûn in Dungeons & Dragons itself. ⚜️ Encounter a rich array of fantastical elements, from vampires, magical beasts and dark creatures from below. Delve into the realms of gods and demons, and mysteries that await in the uncharted world. ------------ 🎧🎤 Discord 🧙🏽 - Play in your web-browser. We play with a software called Foundry. ⭐No Install required at all.⭐ 🪄 - I enjoy making maps with focus on details, and the visual aspect of the lights and darkness. You will find yourself in maps from created in Dungeon Alchemist and more. 📖 - Theater of mind is still used to make sure your imagination also feeds the world. 🪄 - I make custom tokens, and a personal character sheet for you, so you can have something to print out at home also. 🎓 If you are new, you will receive some help before the session itself start, often a "tutorial" round.
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Meet the Game Master
5.0
(13)
1 year on StartPlaying
129 games hosted
Highly rated for: World Builder, Visual Aid, Creativity
About me
I am a Dungeon Master who has played for about 17 years and have been a DM for 14 years. There has been a homebrew world from the very start, and I often find myself writing a story with the aim to reward players for solving their tasks in creative ways. I have a great love for storytelling, and while some might expect the 'Mercer effect' from any games, I do not aim to have the most broad voice acting skills but instead the most broad aspect of freedom in my game. We had for example; players go pick magic mushrooms to make a potion in a dark cave, so they could shrink down to enter the pipes of a house they needed to enter, only to find themselves battling floods of water in the pipes, and giant rats. I my self, had written a great NPC guard who stood in front. So, with experiences like that, you could always talk to the guard or become a mushroom-eating shrunken barbarian who sounds like a squeaky toy when raging... Hope to see you in a game sometime!"
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Creating your character
🧝♂️ Character Creation ⚜️ If you're brand new to D&D, don't worry — we’ll schedule a dedicated onboarding session before your first game. This may include a guided walkthrough of character creation and a short “tutorial” scene to introduce key mechanics and help you settle into your role. ⚜️ Session 0 is completely free and designed to help you settle comfortably into the world. It includes full character creation and often a light roleplay segment that lets you explore moments from your character’s backstory. You'll shape how your character arrived in Grayspire Landing, how they met their allies, and what personal threads they bring into the story. ⚜️ Session 1 is typically longer than normal, offering a rich, immersive introduction to the campaign. It ensures that you don’t just start with stats — you start with purpose. As part of this collaborative process, you may receive custom items or unique abilities tied to your backstory, helping you feel distinct and meaningfully connected to the party. Starting Level: 3 Creation Tools: D&D Beyond Stat Generation: Point Buy Allowed Sources: Most official books are permitted. You’re welcome to ask about third-party or UA content.
Larger Introduction of the story can be seen here https://anyflip.com/vdvfv/bjfk/ Starting with a free session 0 , we spend some time and create some details and background about your character . This can be the hours before the game start, or days before. Then session 1, where we run you trough the introduction of the game, and starting the adventure. Where you also will learn how you play your character, and if you are new to dnd, how to play in general. We will in session 0 play a little, as we actually roll some moments in your backstory, and play them out in short scenes. Weekly Wednesdays
What to expect
Preparing for the session
🎒 How to Prepare for the Game Required: 🎤 A clear, functional microphone (no underwater audio, please!) and a stable internet connection 🎧 A free Discord account — this is where we’ll handle voice, updates, and general communication Preferred: 🥗 Come rested and ready to engage — Etheros can be intense, and food may be scarce in the wildlands. Hydrate, grab a snack, and settle in for adventure. 📖 No need to read all the rules, but having a basic understanding of D&D 5e helps. New players are very welcome, and I’ll walk you through anything you need. Optional, but Encouraged: 🎥 A webcam isn’t required, but it can make the table feel more connected ⚜️ Bring a few backstory ideas, even rough ones — we’ll shape them together and weave them into the world 🪄 Feel free to bring art, inspiration boards, or character vibes. This is your story too!
What Elio brings to the table
📦 What I Bring to the Table 📕 I use a wide range of creative tools like Dungeon Alchemist, various worldbuilding books, and Foundry VTT — which helps streamline encounters, rolls, and exploration. That means less time on math… and more time figuring out how to steal that horse from the stable without waking the guards. 📘 I also draw from resources like the Gamemaster Book of Puzzles and Dungeons (and more from that series) to bring dynamic puzzles, thematic traps, and clever challenges into the game. Expect encounters that reward thinking and sometimes punish recklessness — but always with style. 🎨 I create custom visual assets using AI and personal editing — from scene illustrations to item handouts. These help bring the world to life in a distinct visual way. 🧰 I create a wide range of custom in-game items, from unique gear and tools to rare regional materials. You can expect to find a world where equipment feels grounded and functional — no generic loot drops here. Whether it’s a finely crafted longbow from a local hunter or a lantern modified for deep cave travel, items in this world are made to feel real, contextual, and meaningful, helping immerse you deeper into the setting. 🧭 Maps come from public sources or made through Dungeon Alchemist and tailored to the session’s tone, scale, and lighting for a truly immersive feel. 🎧 You’ll also gain access to a private Discord server, not just for our campaign, but as a space to connect with others who love D&D. Whether you're sharing art, character ideas, or just chatting between games — you’ll find community here.
Homebrew rules
1. Pop & Shoot (Dynamic Cover Rule) • If you’re within 5 feet of cover (like a wall or column), you can lean out to attack and automatically return to cover on the same turn. • No extra movement needed, but you must declare it before rolling. 2. Potions as Bonus Actions • Drinking a potion (e.g., healing) on yourself only takes a bonus action. • Administering a potion to someone else still takes a full action. 3. Wounded Saves (Stacking Death Penalty) • If a creature drops to 0 HP multiple times in one combat, each time after the first, they start death saves with 1 failure. 4. Fail Forward (Narrative Momentum) • Failed skill checks may still progress the story, but with complications or unexpected outcomes. This rewards creativity and keeps momentum. 5. Wild Magic Zones (Valley of Thorns Specific) • In strange regions like the Valley of Thorns, magic may behave unpredictably. The DM may add flavorful or chaotic side effects to spells.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Pen & Paper
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Safety
How Elio creates a safe table
I use a Lines & Veils form before Session 0 to understand player boundaries — responses are private and respected. Session 0 includes tone, character creation, party expectations, and safety tools. After each game, I’m available to check in or talk through anything that came up. Games are flexible in pacing, usually 3–5 hours, with a focus on immersion, exploration, and atmosphere over rigid rules. I prioritize a chill, story-driven experience where creativity and comfort come first.
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