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The Lost Colony | The Expanse RPG

The Lost Colony | The Expanse RPG

The Expanse RPG | One-Shot

About the adventure

This one shot is set in The Expanse universe by James SA Corey, after the Ring Gates open and colony worlds start being settled. As the crew emerges from the Ring gate into the uncharted Amerigo System, the silence of deep space is shattered by the unsettling stillness of the once-thriving Roanoke colony. The last transmission, cut off abruptly months ago, hinted at something lurking in the shadows—something ancient and unknowable. Now, with the fate of hundreds hanging in the balance, you’re tasked with uncovering the truth. But as you descend into the eerily quiet settlement, the only thing more terrifying than what you might find is what may still be waiting in the dark. The colony's secrets are buried deep, and some things are best left undisturbed. Are you ready to face the unknown?

2 years on StartPlaying

67 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Knows the Rules

Game Master Reviews (24)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Teacher

Knows the Rules

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Avery

New review

Played 1 sessions

Josh is the GM we don't deserve, but all need. He has serious mastery over the Expanse TTRPG (AGE) mechanics but never let the rules get in the way of fun. In fact he knows how to work with the system to make the crunchiest parts (eg. Stunts, Churn, Space combat) exciting rather than daunting or annoying as they can be for players new to the system. He's also super responsive to his players and their intent. If you have a creative solution, he'll find a way to fit it into the rules. If you're doing a bit, his NPCs will riff with you. He can "No, but:" and "Yes, and:" as only the most practiced GMs know how. Plus, he makes sure there's room at the table for every player to contribute evenly. His Expanse module, "Escape from Eros" is also a perfect intro to the Expanse TTRPG as players can learn mechanics as the story unfolds.

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Phyalollodeu

New review

Played 1 sessions

Had a great time with a fun story. I was worried a bunch of strangers wouldn’t gel as well as we did. Josh did a great job of engaging everyone and making a really fun communal game!

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Jason Roberts

New review

Great fun!

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Carlos Fernandez

New review

Played 1 sessions

Escape from Eros was super fun and Josh just rolled with our crazy plans! He did a great job of introducing us to the system!

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Sarah H

Played 1 sessions

Josh is great at teaching players new systems. He is patient and good at finding ways to explain both how different mechanics work and the in-game reasoning behind them. He clearly finds joy in telling a story with players and places player fun as highest priority.

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Carson | Fabled Folklore Gaming

Played 3 sessions

Josh is great for folks looking to play new game systems. He is good at teaching as you go and very imaginative in a way that empowers the players to be imaginative also.

Additional details

How to prepare

Characters will all be Level 1, and we will walk through character creation before the start of the game, during a short Mini-Session 0. If you have The Expanse RPG book, feel free to make a character in advance, but it won't be necessary.

What I provide

I have a player tools document I will send you that includes a character sheet, as well as several other pages of useful reference material.

Gameplay details

During a Mini-Session 0, we will discuss Lines and Veils. The content of this one shot can get intense, but that can exist on a dial. Should players not be comfortable with certain elements of the story, I can and will dial that aspect back. Some of the trigger warnings are misnomers and/or red herrings as I do not want to spoil the truth about the mystery.

Content warnings

• Body Horror

• Mass Death

• Violence

• Cannibalism

• Blood

• Classism

• Death

• Mind Control

Safety tools used

Lines and Veils

Open Door

X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

You can use Pregens or create your own character before game day. During a Mini-Session 0, we will discuss Lines and Veils. The content of this one shot can get intense, but that can exist on a dial. Should players not be comfortable with certain elements of the story, I can and will dial that aspect back.

Players can expect

Combat / Tactics

Medium

Roleplay

Medium

Puzzles

Low

Experience level

Open to all

Platforms used

Owlbear Rodeo

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FULL
$10.00

/ Session

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

Details

Once / Wednesday - 11:30 PM UTC

Sep 25

3-3.5 Hour duration

5 / 5 Seats filled

Schedule

Requirements

Experience required: Open to all

Age: All Ages