Steampunk Train Heist - Beginner Friendly
$15.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Friday - 12:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 2.5–3 hours
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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Schedule
About the adventure
Inclusive table using safety tools. Try out the Cypher System with a short (usually 3 sessions) Steampunk with Magic style heist adventure! We'll use the real route of the Orient Express in 1920 as the backdrop for this adventure. Players will play members of a traveling circus who are hired by a mysterious benefactor to complete a secret mission. Players will work against time to complete their mission, using their unique talents and skills. The game will run on Discord theater of the mind style, with a few downloadable assets for players, which will be available in session zero.
Game style
Theater of the Mind
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
2 years on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Creativity, Rule of Cool, Storytelling
About me
#foreverGM for 33 years and I love it. Specializing in player-centered arcs, role-play focused with dynamic story-driven combat. LGBTQIA+ inclusive and beginner friendly. One of my favorite things to do is show new people how much fun role-play gaming can be!
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Creating your character
We will create characters together during session zero, which will end with a short roleplay session. Characters are members of a traveling circus, and players should come to session zero with an idea of who their character would be in the circus. Are they a performer? A sideshow barker? One of the sideshow attractions? Support staff? What special skill does your character have? Why would they be hired for a heist? We will be using the Cypher System Rulebook. You can download a preview for free here: https://www.montecookgames.com/store/product/cypher-system-rulebook-2/ This download includes all the rules for character creation. Pregenerated characters will be available if you're totally stumped.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You will need a webcam, mic, Discord account, and a vivid imagination. You will need to download a character sheet and print or have a separate device to fill it out. You will need a d20 and percentile dice. A dice bot will be available in the Discord channel.
What BrassMouse (Nick) brings to the table
Because we play theater of mind, I take care to provide vivid descriptions of surroundings and NPCs. Some floor plans will be provided to help the players succeed in their mission and these will be available to download and will be screen shared as necessary. Players will also be provided a link to a form-fillable PDF character sheet. Because this is a beginner friendly game, you might get a brief tutorial reminder mid-game or as necessary, but I try to keep game play immersive as possible. I prefer creative game play and Rule of Cool is always in play.
Platforms used
Safety
How BrassMouse (Nick) creates a safe table
Lines and Veils will be sent as a link in advance of session zero for you to fill out. X,N, & O may be held up or messaged. Time will be allotted after the session for debriefing if necessary
Content warnings
Safety tools used