Vermillion Isles! Monday
Dungeons & Dragons 5e, Homebrew Game | Campaign
$20.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Tuesday - 12:00 AM (UTC)
Jan 28 / Session 52
3-4 Hour duration
6 / 6 Seats filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+
About the adventure
Welcome to the Vermillion Isles Behold, the land of the Vermillion Isles, a lone continent swallowed by the depths of the infinite sea. A single beacon of hope for those who survived the Great Drowning and the devastation that soon followed. A continent where its early denizens forged a new world and a civilization of peace and prosperity away from the destructive hands and egos of the deities that once ruled. However, this peace and prosperity would crumble under the weight of the corruption and greed still left over from the cataclysm. A millennia after the Triton Civil War and its unifying empress that would forge the Vir'Akari Empire. Centuries after the second banishment of Dagon and his Rejected Children during the War of the Trench that would leave the Triton race nearly extinct. After the destructive War of the Twins left a scare on what would become the Marsonian Deserts. Decades after the Pherosian War and the inevitable Cold War that followed ushered in a time of peace and prosperity among the denizens of the Isles. Peace hangs in the balance once more as two mighty superpowers eye each other with suspicion and malice. The drums of war beat ever louder, their armies muster, and their general's plot. Our story begins not in the labyrinthine halls of the University of Tritonia's Grand Library or the Deadly inhospitable jungles of the northern Masifi Dominion, nor does it begin in the scum-filled streets of Capcya, the capital of the pirate nation known as the Ratline Cadence. No, this tale begins on the busy docks of Port Pherali with a humble letter pleading to strangers for discretion and aid. This new era of Renaissance teeters on the edge of a cutlass as a foreboding prophecy threatens to spread its evil influence over the Isles. Will you defend the fragile peace that holds the Isles together, or will you join the conquerors' ranks and build your kingdom from the ashes of the old? The realm's fate lies in your hands. World Documents Trailer for the Vermillion Isles https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RnW7spttQROJCfB1EGD9uJ7r_FuKX_8H/view?usp=sharing Tourist guide to the Isles PDF https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iSOsN3Bh7aHyG9kiRFY4-smm2_eWjj0-/view?usp=sharing Session 0: Free Character Backstory One-on-One: Free
The heroes of Port Artiria are on a desperate quest to stop The Long Dark, an ancient prophecy threatening to destroy the deities of the Isles. To prevent this catastrophe, the party must recover powerful artifacts before they fall into the wrong hands. Their journey has led them from dismantling cults in Port Artiria and Alusia Cove to venturing into the Feywild, where they uncovered the Needle of the Mother. They proved their worth to the Guardian of Tellara in the dinosaur-filled jungles of the Masifi Dominion, securing the legendary Lute of Tellara. Most recently, the party infiltrated a gala in Cayca, the pirate capital, to retrieve the Blade of Talvar from the notorious Captain Hamilton. Amid explosive chaos, they uncovered a shocking twist: the blade was a decoy, and a new villain, Ezra Hardi, issued a dire warning. With two artifacts in hand and the stakes higher than ever, the party presses on to save the Isles. But the journey grows more perilous, and they need new allies to stand against the looming darkness. Will you join the heroes and help shape the fate of the Isles? The adventure is dangerous, the intrigue deep, and the rewards unforgettable. Are you ready? Beginners welcome! Looking for 1 more player! Current party level: 8 Party make-up: 2 Sorcerers, Monk, Wizard, Druid Campaign Setting: The Vermillion Isles (Custom Campaign and Setting) Adventure style: High Seas Exploration, Mystery, and Intrigue Campaign LVL: 2-15 plus Party Size: 4-6 players VTT: Roll20
5.0
(19)
1 year on StartPlaying
203 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, World Builder, Visual Aid
Additional details
How to prepare
Players are encouraged to approach the game with a positive attitude and a readiness to have fun! As this is an online game hosted on Roll20 and Zoom, we kindly request that each player has a functioning microphone and video camera. I highly recommend that players review the Tourist Guide to the Isles PDF and Video (links provided below). Character creation will take place during our Session Zero and in individual Character One-on-One sessions. These sessions aim to establish the character's backstory and delve into their goals and motivations. PDF https://drive.google.com/file/d/16tzlGsHiaV_bJSXhPlwVwYM7BMo-9WyG/view?usp=sharing https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iSOsN3Bh7aHyG9kiRFY4-smm2_eWjj0-/view?usp=sharing Video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RnW7spttQROJCfB1EGD9uJ7r_FuKX_8H/view?usp=sharing – Cameras must remain on to enhance immersion, role-playing, and collaborative storytelling. – Maintain a good attitude and an open mind. – No experience necessary. – Be punctual. – Avoid dominating the spotlight; ensure everyone has a chance to shine, especially concerning their personal story arc. – Stay focused during the session; no distractions like other games or work. – Engage in collaborative storytelling. – Avoid characters that don’t fit with the party or setting, including murder hobos or evil characters. – Be kind, accepting, and refrain from bullying or degrading anyone. – Most importantly, a good attitude!
What I provide
– Always be prepared for the session. – Be helpful and understanding towards new TTRPG players or those new to 5e. – Maintain an easygoing attitude, emphasizing story, exploration, player motives, and impactful encounters over heavy dungeon crawls or combat. – Make fair and consistent rulings, considering the "rule of cool." – Remember, it's the players' story; I provide hooks and let them develop the rest. – Resolve any tech issues (working camera and audio) before the session starts. – Create a fully fleshed-out world with vibrant NPCs, villainous antagonists, and diverse characters. – Integrate each character into the main storyline. – Conduct a robust one-on-one session zero, to discuss rules, boundaries, character building, and flesh out your character's backstory and find ways to weave them into the plot; periodically check in with each player to align on character development. – Provide fair and challenging combat and social encounters. – Maintain kindness, understanding, and acceptance. –Most importantly, a good attitude!
Gameplay details
I like to start with one-on-one session zeros with all my players! During these sessions, we’ll chat about the rules of the game (especially helpful for new players), go over house rules, table etiquette, expectations, and boundaries. After that, we’ll dive into brainstorming character ideas and work together to create and develop your character. Once your character is ready, we’ll explore their background, motivations, and reasons for adventuring, weaving their story into the larger world of the campaign. It’s a great way to kick things off and make sure your character feels personal and connected! Session 0 and Character Backstory One-on-One: Free Link to the Tourist Guide to the Isles Single page https://drive.google.com/file/d/1iSOsN3Bh7aHyG9kiRFY4-smm2_eWjj0-/view?usp=sharing Campaign Video https://drive.google.com/file/d/1RnW7spttQROJCfB1EGD9uJ7r_FuKX_8H/view?usp=sharing
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Breaks
• Open Door
• Session 0
How will character creation work
I like to start with one-on-one session zeros with all my players! During these sessions, we’ll chat about the rules of the game (especially helpful for new players), go over house rules, table etiquette, expectations, and boundaries. After that, we’ll dive into brainstorming character ideas and work together to create and develop your character. Once your character is ready, we’ll explore their background, motivations, and reasons for adventuring, weaving their story into the larger world of the campaign. It’s a great way to kick things off and make sure your character feels personal and connected! Level: 3 Feat: Each character begins with the option to choose one feat at level 1. Ability Scores: Utilise the Standard Array (15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8). Equipment: Start with the designated starting equipment.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Roll20
• Zoom