DUNGEONS OF DRAKKENHEIM | Lvl 1-13 | Currently Level 7
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
Welcome to "Dungeons of Drakkenheim," an adventure perfect for both seasoned players and newcomers eager to explore a city steeped in arcane secrets, political intrigue, and ghastly horrors. This campaign seamlessly blends gothic renaissance aesthetics with eldritch mystery, ensuring an engaging experience regardless of your familiarity with the setting. 🌟 Step into the hauntingly beautiful ruins of Drakkenheim, a once-majestic city now shrouded in eldritch mystery and lurking dangers. The remnants of a grand past collide with dark magic and sinister plots, inviting you to navigate through its eerie, contaminated landscapes. 🛡️ As adventurers, you'll find yourselves in the heart of a broken realm. The meteor-struck Drakkenheim stands as a testament to calamity and the power of the unknown. Ancient magic weaves through the rubble, and iridescent delerium crystals beckon with the promise of untold power and peril. 🏞️ Your journey will be one of exploration and discovery. Traverse haunted streets, decaying noble estates, and desolate cathedrals. The choices you make will bring you into contact with five rival factions, each vying for control and influence within the city's ruins. From the disciplined Hooded Lanterns and the cunning Queen’s Men to the righteous Knights of the Silver Order, the zealous Followers of the Falling Fire, and the arcane Amethyst Academy, your alliances and decisions will shape the unfolding story. 🎲 This campaign is designed to be welcoming to all players, offering guidance for newcomers and depth for veterans. Your journey through Drakkenheim will be filled with eldritch secrets, sinister plots, and the unbreakable bonds of camaraderie. Prepare to navigate the mysteries of a city where every shadow hides a story, and every choice shapes the fate of the realm.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
“Roleplay Heavy” games place the focus on the story, the characters, and the world they live within, and tend to lean hard into the various roleplaying elements of the game. These games will frequently find the party talking with NPCs, exploring the personal elements of their backstories, or even having emotional moments around the camp fire.
Combat Heavy
“Combat Heavy” games emphasize the combat mechanics within their systems over roleplay or puzzle solving. There are frequent and longer battles with enemies and a greater emphasis on tactical game play.
Rules as Written (RaW)
Games that are ran “Rules as Written” emphasize realism and stick to the letter of the rules, allowing players to explore creative solutions while still operating under a consistent rule set. Players have the ability to utilize the rules in creative ways to create awesome characters and moments in the game.
Theater of the Mind
“Theater of the Mind” uses little to no visuals for scene settings and combat. Instead, the narrative imagery comes from the Game Master’s descriptions and character action and movement comes from Players’ descriptions.
A weekly delve through the ruins of the ruined city of Drakkenheim. Gothic renaissance in a broken realm. Explore. Extract. Craft. SURVIVE!
5.0
(154)
2 years on StartPlaying
1923 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Storytelling
Average response time: 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
Game Master Reviews (154)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Teacher
Storytelling
Jacob
New review
Played 23 sessions
Very beginner friendly, thoughtful, and patient!
HelpTxTeachers - Clint
New review
Played 1 sessions
Our session 0 was awesome! Noralf set the expectations and was open to our 1,000 questions. Then we played about a 90 minute prologue. Definitely hooked us for next session and we are so ready to continue the journey to see where it takes us. If you are a first timer or a seasoned vet, I feel he should be considered to run your game.
Santiago Cardona
New review
Played 4 sessions
Really organised and makes it very easy to get get started. Knowledgable, patient and fun.
GM Gator
New review
Played 8 sessions
I've only been Noralf's PbP game for a few weeks, but am blown away. Their discord site is well organized, the game is well run, and Noralf really knows how to engage the players without railroading them. Getting into one of their sessions is like getting a Nat 20 on a luck check - you won't be disappointed!
Fiznaut
New review
Played 3 sessions
Noralf is detail oriented, and focuses on immersion. He has refined his GM craft, making it an art. He also is kind and gracious-he had to step away for a week and reduced the rate for the missed week-was very up front about it. The only feedback is perhaps add a requested minimum number of posts for players to keep engaged-this amps up the value of the game because the campaign moves at a steady and reliable pace.
Michael Cope
New review
Played 3 sessions
Noralf has creative and deep insights into the worlds he runs. Magic items are bountiful and the Party seemed to know each other really well, which means he fosters a strong community. I highly recommend for anyone seeking a casual experience with rich storytelling, lots of loot and great systems to interact with. He has a great community.
Additional details
How to prepare
💬 Discord: Ensure you have access to Discord and a good quality mic. 🎲 D&D Basics: Familiarity with D&D 5e rules is a plus, but not essential. New players are welcome and guidance will be provided. 📖 Character Sheets: Use D&D Beyond for creating and managing your character sheets. 🧠 Mindset: Bring your imagination and a cooperative spirit for a fun, engaging storytelling experience!
What I provide
What I'll Bring to Our Tabletop Adventure: 📚 D&D Beyond Integration: You'll have access to all official D&D sourcebooks and adventure modules. Character sheets and resources will be available and easily accessible to enhance our game sessions. 🎨 Creative Storytelling and Ambient Music: Expect a rich, immersive narrative enhanced with ambient music to set the mood and deepen the gaming experience. 🤖 Tactical and Intense Combat: Prepare for strategically challenging encounters. I aim to balance tactical depth with fast-paced action to keep combat exciting and engaging. 🗺️ Custom Maps and Tokens: Visual aids like custom maps and tokens will be used to enrich your understanding of the environment and help track your adventures visually. 👥 Interactive NPCs: Our world is populated with dynamic NPCs, each crafted to add depth and intrigue to the story. Expect meaningful interactions that could turn the tide of your journey. 🎲 Rule of Cool: I embrace the Rule of Cool, prioritizing fun and dramatic moments over strict adherence to rules. 📖 Third-Party Sourcebooks and Custom Crafting Rules: Open to using third-party content to enrich the game, provided it enhances our adventure and maintains game balance. Additionally, custom crafting rules will be available to allow more personalized gear and items. 🌟 Your Role: Bring your creativity, cooperation, and a willingness to dive deep into the world of Dungeons & Dragons. Engage actively with the story and your fellow adventurers to craft a memorable experience!
Gameplay details
To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all players, I use the following safety tools: 🚫 Lines and Veils: We'll define clear lines (topics off-limits) and veils (topics to address indirectly) to ensure everyone's comfort. 🚪 Open Door Policy: Your well-being is important. Feel free to step away from the game if needed. ✅ Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist: We'll use this checklist to align on themes and scenarios, respecting everyone's boundaries. 🎲 Our sessions will unfold on Discord, with DND Beyond for character management and Avrae for dice rolls and combat. We prioritize fun, inclusivity, and respectful interaction, fostering a creative and cooperative atmosphere.
Content warnings
• Blood
• Character Death
• Violence
• Death
• Hostages
• Kidnapping
• Mind alteration
• Nightmares about Traumatic Events
• Paralyzation
• Slavery
Safety tools used
• Aftercare
• Debriefing
• Lines and Veils
• Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist
• Open Door
• Session 0
• Stars and Wishes
How will character creation work
🤝 Session Zero Collaboration: We'll collaboratively create characters during our session zero. 💻 Platform: Characters will be created using D&D Beyond. 📚 Source Material: All D&D 5E sourcebooks available on D&D Beyond can be used. 🛠️ Character Creation Assistance: I'm here to help you craft a character that fits both your vision and our campaign’s theme. Let’s bring your hero to life together!. ✨ Personal Touch: Encouraged to bring your own unique ideas and creativity to your character's story and abilities.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
High
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Beginner
Platforms used
• D&D Beyond
• Discord
• Owlbear Rodeo
$30.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Friday - 10:00 AM UTC
Apr 11 / Session 30
3 Hour Duration
3 / 6 Seats Filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Beginner
Age: 18+