FREE Custom Mini! Desolation of Valor: Shadows of the White Towers (D&D 5e Homebrew)
$25.00
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Custom / Friday - 10:30 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
3 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
FREE First Session! Test Drive Your Epic Adventure in Valor Your Backstory Drives the Fate of a Realm: Unleash your destiny in the Crook of the Spine, where family secrets and ancient powers collide. Forge Your Legend: Lead epic battles, craft legendary gear,sail your ship, rule fortresses, and command armies and fleets (all optional!). YOU decide how to play. Dark Secrets Await: Investigate mysterious disappearances of entire ships occuring in the jagged coast, uncover a sinister plot, and make choices that will determine the fate of drift—and perhaps all of Valor. New & Veteran Players Welcome: Confidently explore a captivating world, guided by a seasoned GM who's taught dozens to slay dragons and roll with the best. Your choices shape the narrative—rise as a legendary hero or retire to a peaceful life as a goat cheese farmer. The adventure begins with YOU! Claim Your FREE Session Now! And don't forget to create a dazzling miniature ;)
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Meet the Game Master
5 years on StartPlaying
94 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Voices
About me
I’m Micah, better known as the NerdyGM — a professional Game Master, storyteller, and lover of both the nerdy and the refined. By day, I’m exploring the outdoors, enjoying a good cigar, and appreciating life’s finer things. By night, I’m weaving tales across the worlds of D&D 2024, Daggerheart, and Drawsteel. For me, tabletop RPGs aren’t just about dice rolls — they’re about character growth, cinematic moments, and unforgettable stories. I thrive on building worlds where players feel like heroes, and where character development matters just as much as combat. Community is at the heart of everything I do. I run games, create content, and build spaces where players — whether brand new or seasoned adventurers — can feel welcome, challenged, and inspired. At the end of the day, I’m not just a GM. I’m a storyteller, mentor, and world-builder who believes the best adventures happen when people come together around the table (digital or not).
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Creating your character
Character creation will happen during session 0 or before the session through discord. after themes, safety and expectations are discussed. We use DnDBeyond for character creation and housing but alternatives may be used as long as it is discussed prior.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
A microphone will be required along with headphones or some other means to fight reverberation and echo. A webcam is recommended and encouraged but not required! You must create a free account with Discord, and Roll20 https://support.discord.com/hc/en-us/articles/360033931551-Getting-Started https://help.roll20.net/hc/en-us/articles/4403128607127-Roll20-System-Recommendations
What Micah I. brings to the table
Thrilling Adventures: Immerse yourself in a captivating story filled with mystery, intrigue, and epic battles, guided by a seasoned storyteller with years of experience. Custom-Crafted World: Explore a unique homebrew setting teeming with original subclasses, magic items, and innovative systems that elevate your D&D experience. 3D Immersion: Witness your battles come alive on stunning 3D maps, and command your very own custom-printed miniature (FREE after qualifying play). 5e Mastery & Homebrew Expertise: Benefit from a DM with deep knowledge of 5e rules and a passion for crafting balanced, engaging homebrew content. Collaborative Fun: Join a welcoming community where your voice matters, and together we'll forge unforgettable memories in the world of Marinth.
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How Micah I. creates a safe table
Embark on an Epic Adventure in Marinth: Where Your Choices Shape the Fate of a Realm Welcome to Marinth, a world of medium-fantasy where YOU become the hero (or villain) of your own tale. Explore treacherous dungeons, outsmart cunning foes, establish your own tavern, and even slay a dragon or two. Your Story, Your Way: This immersive campaign puts your choices front and center. Your actions shape the narrative, the world reacts to your decisions, and your character's backstory intertwines with the fate of Marinth. Experience the thrill of high-stakes combat, the intrigue of political maneuvering, and the emotional depth of meaningful roleplay. What to Expect: Session 0: Safety First, Fun Second: We prioritize creating a safe and inclusive environment for everyone at the table. We'll discuss Lines and Veils, address any triggers, and ensure everyone feels comfortable before diving into character creation. Together, we'll craft a backstory that seamlessly integrates with the world and sets the stage for your adventure. Combat: Thrilling, Balanced, and Unpredictable: Combat encounters are carefully balanced to challenge and excite, but we encourage you to push your limits. Dare to face a dragon alone? Be prepared for consequences! Whether you're a seasoned tactician or a newcomer to the game, I'll be there to guide you, answer questions, and inspire creative solutions. Roleplay: Tears, Laughter, and Unforgettable Moments: Prepare for a rollercoaster of emotions as your characters forge bonds, face betrayal, and experience the highs and lows of life in Marinth. I'll adapt to your group's preferences and create a memorable experience for everyone. Innovative Homebrew Systems: In addition to the core rules, we'll be using several homebrew systems to enhance your experience and offer unique opportunities for customization and strategic depth: Updated Magic Item Pricing and Crafting: A revised system for buying and selling magic items that adds realism and depth to the economy, alongside a modified version of Heavy Arms' Armorer's Guide to allow you to upgrade, enchant, and even craft your own magic items and potions through alchemy. Retainer and Hireling Rules: Recruit skilled followers, from loyal bodyguards to cunning spies, using MCDM's retainer rules. You can even forge bonds with monstrous companions like griffins, blink dogs, or even young dragons, adding a powerful and unique creature to your party. Epic Battles: Unleash the Fury of War! Command vast armies from a strategic top-down perspective, issuing tactical orders and maneuvering your forces to crush your enemies. Then, zoom out and control your troops on a larger scale, with rules that are familiar to 5e rules and combat. This allows you to see the battlefield as a whole and make strategic decisions about troop deployment and maneuvers. When the fighting gets intense, you can zoom in and take direct control of your character, leading the charge in smaller-scale 5e combat encounters against enemy champions and high-value targets. This system seamlessly blends the strategic decision-making of commanding armies with the heart-pounding thrill of rolling dice and using your character's abilities in intense, tactical combat. Fortress Building and Customization: Carve your place in the world by purchasing land and constructing your own customized 3D base, keep, castle, or even dungeon. Unleash your creativity and design the ultimate stronghold, complete with defenses, workshops, secret passages, and anything else your imagination can conjure. Hex Travel Rules with Ranger Integration: Explore a vast world using a hex-based map system, with special benefits for rangers who embrace the wilderness. A World of Possibilities Awaits: In Marinth, your story is limited only by your imagination. With rich lore, expansive maps, and innovative systems, the possibilities are endless. Will you rise to power, amass a fortune, uncover ancient secrets, or simply live a quiet life off the land? The choice is yours. Join the Adventure: Are you ready to leave your mark on Marinth? Join us for an unforgettable journey where your choices determine the fate of a realm.
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