Waterdeep: Dragon Heist - Spies & Intrigue - Beginner Friendly

Waterdeep: Dragon Heist - Spies & Intrigue - Beginner Friendly

Engage in spycraft and larceny in the city of Waterdeep, making connections and - more importantly - money.

TYPE

Campaign

LEVELS

1–5

EXPERIENCE

Beginner

AGE

18+
About the adventure

Welcome to Waterdeep Famed explorer Volothamp Geddarm needs you to complete a simple quest. Thus begins a mad romp through the wards of Waterdeep as you uncover a villainous plot involving some of the city's most influential figures. A grand urban caper awaits you. Pit your skill and bravado against villains the likes of which you've never faced before, and let the dragon hunt begin!

3 SEATS LEFT
$20.00

/ Session

Details

Weekly / Monday – 9:30 PM UTC

Aug 4 / Session 3

2.5–3 Hour Duration

3 / 6 Seats Filled

GAME MASTER

Mike

he/him

4.9

(29)

Schedule

Mon, Aug 04 | 9:30 PM – Session 3

Mon, Aug 11 | 9:30 PM – Session 4

Mon, Aug 18 | 9:30 PM – Session 5

Mon, Aug 25 | 9:30 PM – Session 6

Mon, Sep 01 | 9:30 PM – Session 7

Mon, Sep 08 | 9:30 PM – Session 8

Mon, Sep 15 | 9:30 PM – Session 9

Mon, Sep 22 | 9:30 PM – Session 10

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

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Meet the Game Master

4.9

(29)

Neurodivergent
Cosplayer
Voice Actor

3 years on StartPlaying

508 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Inclusive

Average response time: 21 hours

Response rate: 57%

About me

I've been playing D&D for the last 20 years, and the last 8 of that have been as a DM. For the past 5 years, I have been professionally organizing and running D&D events for local businesses and communities. I use Foundry VTT for my sessions, with a big collection of animated maps and tokens to bring the game to life. I like to get my players invested in whatever world they're playing in, so I'm always happy to work with you on character creation and weaving in backstories. The game isn't fun for me unless everyone else is having a good time. And yes, I do voices.

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Reviews (29)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Storytelling

Inclusive

Geoff avatar

Geoff

Played 109 sessions

Mike is absolutely fantastic. He does an incredible job of creating an atmosphere for his games through music, storytelling, and voices. Your character's choices matter, your character's backstory matters, and your character's actions matter. He knows the rules well and does a great job of allowing rule of cool when it fits best. Mike is also collaborative and will work with the players on their ideas and talk through options to ensures everyone understands. He's patient and also checks in with his players regularly. I cannot say enough good things about Mike. Sign up for his games. You won't regret it.

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Makyma

Played 101 sessions

I've played with mike through three campaigns over the course of a year or so now, and every game has been a blast from the get go (my wednesday nights in particular are a big highlight of my week). VTT setup (e.g. maps, music, effects) are incredible, voice acting and gestures are always unique and top notch, and some of his personal additions to these campaigns have been my favorites in particular. Outside of playing, Mike has also helped give me some starter advice as a new DM and is overall a very approachable person in-game and out-of-game.

Jordan avatar

Jordan

Played 101 sessions

Was very nervous jumping into a group where I didn’t know anyone else but Mike did a great job of creating a fun and friendly environment that was easy to jump into! Great pacing and very knowledgeable, highly recommend!

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Esinyaow

Played 95 sessions

Mike has been incredible for our Steinheart game and really made all our characters feel important. the roleplay he allows and creates for the group really builds such a comradery for all of us. I am very lucky to have been able to find suck a great group and dm like Mike.

Shadow avatar

Shadow

Played 92 sessions

Mike has been a blast from word go I've been in his steinhardts game from session 0 and its been a roller-coaster of players and he just keeps on making it fun for all of us it's suprising to watch the enthusiasm and effort he puts into prepping for each game with great visuals and tons of voices enjoyed him from go. love his humour.

Todd avatar

Todd

Played 62 sessions

Incredibly immersive in his storytelling and quick witted with adjusting to players direction. Keeps the story going and let's the players set the tone and pace. Definitely would recommend to new and veteran players.

Character creation
Creating your character

Come up with multiple character concepts. Before session zero, you'll have access to discord channels to discuss character ideas and party composition. Character will be created/finalized during session zero.

What to expect
Preparing for the session

Minimum requirements: - A laptop or desktop computer capable of supporting Foundry VTT - A microphone - A stable internet connection Preferred: - A webcam and the willingness to use it for games - The desire to work with a group and have a great time Grognards, main characters, and min-maxers need not apply.

What Mike brings to the table

I use Foundry VTT with both static and animated maps, a full soundscape of both ambient and combat music, and years of experience with the VTT. I try to give each NPC their own voice, incorporate backstories, and challenge my players while simultaneously playing into the power fantasy of the game. I'm big on the rule of cool (within reason, of course).

Homebrew rules

- Potions are a bonus action, unless feeding a potion to a downed character. - No flanking - Critical damage die are maxed

Equipment needed to play

Computer

Internet

Microphone

Webcam

Safety
How Mike creates a safe table

I run a session zero that ends in introductory gameplay for the party, and go over expectations of both myself and players that also includes a crash course in using the Foundry VTT platform.

Content warnings
Alcohol Use
Safety tools used

Frequently asked questions

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