The Shattered Expanse: A SWADE cosmic superhero story
About the adventure
This game uses Savage Worlds Adventure Edition (SWADE) with the Super Powers Companion. šTHE CELESTIAL ORDER CALLS. WILL YOU ANSWER? The galaxy burns at the edges, consumed by horrors beyond understanding. The Galactic Concordance falters, its leaders buried in debate while entire worlds vanish into silence. The Xenith Directive marches, stripping flesh from bone, turning life into machine. The Endless Devourers swarm, hungering for the last embers of civilization. There is no diplomacy. There is no surrender. There is only the line we draw between existence and extinction. You are Celestial Order. You are the last defense. You are all that stands between the light and the abyss. Will you fight? Or will you be forgotten?
Game style
Theater of the Mind
Game themes
$22.50
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Monday ā 10:30 PM UTC
2.5ā3 Hour Duration
3 / 4 Seats Filled
GAME MASTER
DuChampion (JJ)
he/him
4.8
(56)
Schedule
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Meet the Game Master
4.8
(56)
3 years on StartPlaying
614 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Teacher
About me
"Grab a hot drink, a seat around the fire, and listen to my cowboy song." "Comfortable? Good! Now, before we get started, I want you all to know that I tell my tales for your enjoyment and pleasure... so please respect each other and don't enter this area if you desire to cause another harm. If someone's pain is your objective or entertains you... You won't make it past the opening credits of our story." [About me: Having been in (often teaching) the Arts for over 25 years, I really enjoy teaching, and I understand how and love to foster creativity in players!] --Experienced GM/DM/ST for roughly 35 years. I have professionally run hundreds of games over multiple systems. In that time, I have learned that it is the players' story and I am just here to facilitate that experience and make it run smoothly and be as entertaining as possible. I see game rules as a way to keep on track and involved...I never let them get in the way of creativity or the group's enjoyment! I came to StartPlaying looking to run some serious and/or seriously fun sessions. My story telling style is light and flows easy. I do not let the mechanics detract from the experience, but use them to enhance the story you want to be told! Teaching new systems to new players is an experience I enjoy. We were all new players, or new to a system at one time...and without kind and proper guidance we probably wouldn't still be involved in this amazing pastime! Roll well and see ya around!
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Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Storytelling
Teacher
Patrick
Played 263 sessions
Great storyteller, eager for a collaborative environment with the players that can build a story around everyone.
Nickle
Played 118 sessions
very fun Dm, that lets people to create fun and interesting character, hat end up having epic for them. I've enjoyed my time with DuChampion over these past years. The story he weaves is full of mysteries and just has such a satisfying conclusion.
Rigor
Played 96 sessions
JJ runs the game for the fun of the players!! He doesn't get bogged down by rules, but uses them to enhance the experience and his impromptu story telling is SPOT ON! He has a way of making sure every player get a chance to shine!!!! I died (stupid dice)....but I died laughing!
Mike
Played 93 sessions
JJ provided a setting that was creative, interesting, and a playground for this group.
Abbie
Played 69 sessions
JJ is a fantastic GM, I'm really thankful to have found his games! His improv ability and roll playing is fantastic, he expertly adapts to account for player skill (or in my case, lack thereof! :) ), and ensures everyone is having fun. I've enjoyed getting to learn a couple of new systems with JJ, and hope to have a seat at his table(s) for a long time to come.
Dean
Played 67 sessions
He's a great GM in that he adapts to the experience level of the players. Most of our group are new to the game system, so we were hesitant at roleplaying. His method of storytelling and knowledge of the game made it easier for us to put our characters to the test.
Character creation
Creating your character
-Characters will be made in Fantasy Grounds Unity -I will work with you individually via PM on discord to create characters prior to session Zer0 -Session Zer0: will be the opportunity to tie the group together, get to know each other, and handle all the "clerical" work before the story -Session 1: will be when the story kicks off with a prelude and story hooks presented
I enjoy working with new players to help you feel comfortable! I am available via PM on discord and willing to work with you 1-on-1. Power level 5: 75 power points
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Needed: -Fantasy Grounds Unity Demo account(free) -Discord -Mic Character Sheets will be on Fantasy Grounds Unity Rolls will be made on Fantasy Grounds Unity Discord for audio story and text communication
What DuChampion (JJ) brings to the table
I have learned over the years that it is the players story and I am just here to facilitate that experience and make it run smooth and be as entertaining as possible. Maps, reference materials, notes, photos etc. will be posted on Fantasy Grounds and/or discord I will organize it all so everyone enjoys the experience, and take pride in doing so.
Platforms used
Safety
How DuChampion (JJ) creates a safe table
This will be an open door game, if you need to take a break, for any reason, please do so!! All I ask, is if you can, please mute your mic so I know you are out. -Any use of "out of character" Racism, Sexism, or Discrimination or Personal Attacks of any kind will get you banned. -Players who do these things repeatedly "in character" are discouraged/warned/and subject to being (quickly) kicked or banned. -If you do not follow the āFade to Blackā rule you will be kicked or banned. **Fade to Black Rule** During the game, if there is ever an event, situation, or anything that as a player makes you feel Please say āFade to Blackā (same as N card although sometimes I don't see the chat right away)and that scene will end. I will not ask, I will not judge, I will take control and respect this choice. No story is worth paining someone!