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To Hell and Back Again | New Player Friendly

To Hell and Back Again | New Player Friendly

Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign

About the adventure

There's a rumor spreading in the coast city of Baldur's Gate. Folks are saying the holy city of Elturel has vanished, leaving nothing but a crater where it used to be. You've heard rumors before though. There's no way something that wild could happen, not while The Light of the Companion is protecting the holy city. At least, that's what you thought at first... Recently, refugees have been arriving at Baldur's Gate. They claim to be from the outskirts of the crater formerly known as Elturel. As the days pass by, more and more arrive. Eventually, with no more room to house the needy, the gates of the Baldur are closed. As a licensed adventurer you know it's only a matter of time before your services will be required to help the strained town guard. But helping guards isn't that bad. It's not like you're going to hell and back... right?

Recruiting notes

Friendly and Inclusive New Player Friendly Party is currently in Avernus (the first layer of the 9 Hells) searching for survivors in the city of Elturel. Party consists of a wizard, a fighter, a rogue, and a paladin.

5.0

(20)

LGBTQ+
Neurodivergent
Game Designer

1 year on StartPlaying

161 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Inclusive

Average response time: Under 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

Additional details

How to prepare

A discord account for communication A roll20 account for combat maps A D&D Beyond account for character creation Beyond 20 (a chrome extension that lets D&D Beyond and Roll20 collaborate) Google Chrome web browser A microphone for voice chat during game (Web Cam optional) Highly recommend a computer or tablet. Roll20 works on phones, but screen size is a deterrent.

What I provide

Adventure and excitement; the most lovable NPC (Lulu the miniature elephant); voice acting; a bustling, living cityscape; a terrifying, thriving hellscape; interactive combat maps; combat soundtrack, and a story you can't miss out on!

Gameplay details

Free, comprehensive Session 0. I take great care to ensure the safety and comfort of everyone at the table. Combat will will be played via Roll20 on a gridded map, with some special combat played via Theatre of the Mind. Standard D&D violence / gore / evil, as expected in a campaign where you'll be visiting the first layer of hell. I have a zero-tolerance policy for bullying, sexual harassment, racism, homophobia, transphobia, and any other prejudicial behavior. Those who can't abide by these standards will be asked to leave with no refund.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

Breaks

Lines and Veils

Open Door

Session 0

Stars and Wishes

How will character creation work

1st level characters using Standard Array. Races from Players Handbook, Tashas, and Xanathars are allowed. Characters will be built on D&D Beyond. Access to the books needed to build your character will be granted once you are approved. Links for Campaign and Character Creation will be in the group Discord. Optional pre-built characters are available.

Players can expect

Combat / Tactics

High

Roleplay

Medium

Puzzles

Low

Experience level

Beginner

Platforms used

Discord

D&D Beyond

Roll20

FULL
$17.00

/ Session

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

Details

Weekly / Wednesday - 9:00 PM UTC

Apr 30 / Session 24

2-3 Hour Duration

5 / 5 Seats Filled

Schedule

Wed, Apr 30 | 9:00 PM - Session 24

Wed, May 07 | 9:00 PM - Session 25

Wed, May 14 | 9:00 PM - Session 26

Wed, May 21 | 9:00 PM - Session 27

Wed, May 28 | 9:00 PM - Session 28

Wed, Jun 04 | 9:00 PM - Session 29

Requirements

Experience required: Beginner

Age: 18+