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The Abomination Vaults | Join at 13th Level play to 17th
This is a modified Abomination Vaults that starts at 6th level, designed to challenge the most experienced players.
About the adventure
Starting at 6th level, you will head into the mysterious lighthouse called Gauntlight. The abandoned lighthouse glows with a baleful light, and the people of Otari suspect it’s an ominous prelude to sinister events. Heroes must explore the ruins around the lighthouse and delve into the dungeon levels below. Hideous monsters, deadly traps, and vengeful ghosts await the heroes who dare to enter the sprawling mega-dungeon called the Abomination Vaults! Abomination Vaults Authors: James Jacobs, Vanessa Hoskins,
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
About me
I have a varied background as a Veteran (US Navy), Developer, RPGA Triad Member, Strategist, and Business Leader. I have published my own works of fantasy and sci-fi fiction. I enjoy developing personalities, and I role-play with gusto! I work hard to include all the players in the campaign experience. ✂ I manage a shared campaign called the Provocateur campaign with a troupe of talented authors, artists, GMs, and technical staff in our discord. All of the Discord community members have access to play in that campaign. https://discord.gg/thesteadywizard ✂ My Discord community and game sessions are trauma-informed safe spaces. Maintaining a safe, fun, and respectful space is always my top priority. All participants are treated with respect in my sessions regardless of ethnicity, nationality, gender, or sexuality. ✂ I use the Foundry Virtual Table Top, hosted on Forge. I pride myself on providing a world-class VTT experience. Additionally, I have multiple Foundry VTT licenses that allow on-demand access to your game world.
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Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Knows the Rules
Teacher
Inclusive
I have been playing games under Tom for about a year and a half now, weekly sessions, over 2.5 campaigns. I cannot recommend him highly enough for players looking for fast paced, crunchy Pathfinder action. He is very knowledgeable and patient, rendering him a prime choice for newer players coming to terms with Pathfinders many systems. For more experienced players who like to play hard, Thomas is a skilled tactician who can provide a meaningful and engaging challenge, matching the groups difficulty curve to ensure an optimal play experience based on the needs of the party. He has a high level of technical skill, and hosts a very advanced Foundry setup with lots of automation and shiny bits that help smooth and expedite game-play and lean into the strong suits of online TTRPG gaming. If technical problems arise, he is well equipped to handle them. As a leader, he is fair and thoughtful. He resolves disagreements rationally and professionally. He is never rude nor short, and approaches every situation with an assumption of good faith. He plays the Pathfinder rule system very close to RAW to provides a balanced and fair experience to align with player expectations. He nearly never makes a ruling that isn't supported by the text of the rules themselves, and if a player does not understand or disagrees with his interpretation, he is always willing to talk about it and explain his thought process, or even have his perspective changed. Tom is also very inclusive, and goes through great pains to ensure everyone is respected, represented and has their spotlight in the session. He has a zero tolerance policy for bullying or bigotry of any sort, and will not allow a player to transgress on the adjacency of another. He maintains a tight schedule and brisk game pace. Sessions start and end on time, ensuring the players are always able to play the rest of their days around the game. He is very adapt at maintaining pacing, and if a session begins to meander or players seem lost he will provide the needed nudge to keep things going and ensure players get their moneys worth in session time. Further, combat moves quickly and does not stagnate, as Tom is very skilled at running monster and NPCs (even in large numbers!) and always on-hand to assist players with any questions or complications they may encounter when taking their own turns. I am the Forever GM for my own group, and I go to Tom to get my turn on the other side of the screen. I am yet to be disappointed.
Tom is an amazing GM! Very helpful and newbie friendly. Very well-run adventure, and extremely knowledgeable about Pathfinder 2e and Foundry VTT. Would definitely recommend for players of all experience levels! *Update* 7 months into two separate campaigns with Tom. I've enjoyed every session. His style of GMing is inclusive to all players. He provides an environment that allows for player creativity and roleplay. He helps players in learning the PF2e system and Foundry VTT. He'll encourage you to be the best player you can be. Perfect GM for newbies, seasoned players AND aspiring GMs.
Provided excellent technical assistance with my character on foundry. Didn't know anything about pathfinder 2 but was able to catch on quickly, even playing a cleric. He really brought the NPC's to life and without spoilers for Bloodlords, there was a buff female goblin NPC that literally had 3 players wiping their eyes from howling with laughter. Highly recommend!
Tom has amazing knowledge of the Foundry VTT and he uses that system to great effect making the game very immersive and can keep games flowing at a good pace. Tom is a great teacher of the rules while he allows for interpretation and discussion of actions if they aren't used as-written. He runs a fun table and is really good with beginner players and seasoned veterans alike. Tom is very inclusive for any kind of person and any style of player.
Character creation
Creating your character
🌑 SESSION ZERO & CAMPAIGN LAUNCH 🌑 Players may choose to create characters using Herolab Online or Pathbuilder. Additionally, players can create their character in our Foundry World. Once characters are drafted, we will introduce and review them for completeness during Session Zero. Variant rules for this adventure path vary by each campaign. Check the adventure listing to determine if Ancestry Paragon, Free Archetype, or Automatic Bonus Progression are in effect for this campaign. 🌓JOINING THE CAMPAIGN IN FLIGHT 🌓 Players will create their character at the current campaign level. The character has starting equipment outlined in the Player's Guide and will be given additional equipment to match the other players Characters may receive additional starting equipment or magic items based on the current story line.
This campaign starts with the Menace Under Otari (Beginner Box, level 1), moves into Troubles in Otari (2nd to 5th), and then launches into a modified Abomination Vaults (6th to 17th level). This is a great campaign for new players to learn Pathfinder 2E/Remastered and immerse themselves in some of the core Golarian mythos. Campaign details: Free Archetype Gradual Ability Boost Milestone Advancement Party Makeup: Kineticist Thaumaturge Barbarian
What to expect
Preparing for the session
💻 HARDWARE & SOFTWARE 💻 Players need a computer, a mouse 🖱, and a web browser that meets the Foundry VTT system requirements. Players will also need a quality microphone 🎤 that allows the player to be heard in Discord. The microphone needs the ability to be muted. I also recommend that players have a webcam 📷 and can stream video; Steaming video assists in building relationships and reduces misunderstandings during sessions. Streaming video is not required to play in this campaign. ✂ My Foundry VTT is hosted at forge-vtt.com. When you first attempt to join the VTT, you will be asked to make a Forge (free) account. I use a boosted Discord community to make announcements, manage campaign communications, and host the campaign sessions. ✂ Players should read the free Players Guide provided by Paizo. Players should build a vibrant character with a detailed background that complements the campaign setting. Players should review my policies and guidelines on my discord server: https://discord.gg/thesteadywizard 🌐
What Thomas brings to the table
🎨 A professionally designed adventure path written by the talented creators at Paizo Publishing 🔱The best-in-class Virtual Table Top (VTT) with an immersive adventure path implementation 🎬 Iconic Characters brought to life by my performances ♟ Commanding PF2e Rules Knowledge 🔵 Boosted Discord Community; Brimming with interesting players & discussions
Homebrew rules
Free Archetype Gradual Ability Boost Milestone Advancement
Equipment needed to play
Microphone
Computer
Internet
Platforms used
Safety
How Thomas creates a safe table
🚫 Lines & Veils - You will have an opportunity to add your off limit & no-detail topics to this list ⚠ Safety Cards - I use a VTT-implemented Safety Card system that allows you to communicate your needs anonymously 📌 End of Session Reviews - Time dedicated at the end of session for feedback to improve communication, player experience, and provide input on campaign direction 🔖 On Demand Breaks - We will stop the session to handle safety issues, triggers/emotional charges, or personal emergencies