Strange Tales of Bengal | Indian Monster of the Week Campaign
Monster of the Week, Powered by the Apocalypse RPG | Campaign
$20.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Sunday - 12:00 PM (UTC)
2.5-3 Hour duration
1 / 5 Seats filled
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+
About the adventure
Welcome to Bengal. Once this was a land rich with tales of the supernatural, stories of ghosts and demons, of gods and asuras from realms beyond, and even stranger things reaching out. But due to the ubiquity of science and technology, we have all but forgotten those stories of old. But are they really gone? Or are they still here, living with us – a forgotten world of mysteries, waiting to be found again. Hi there, I'm Ani a.k.a. Anistuffs. I'm looking to start up a Monster of the Week campaign set in modern day India, specifically the region of West Bengal which will feature elements from Bengali folklore, inspired by stories I’ve heard in my childhood. Join me in this adventure to a paranormal version of my home.
No previous knowledge of experience is required for either Monster of the Week or the myths and history of India/Bengal. The game will start when there’s a minimum of 3 players. Character creation will be done in Session 0 with the whole group.
5.0
(3)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
5 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Rule of Cool, Knows the Rules
Average response time: 2 hours
Response rate: 100%
Additional details
How to prepare
This is a roleplaying game focused on collaborative storytelling, played using Discord for voice (and optional video) and Roll20 for rolls. So players will need: 💻 A computer capable of running web-based programs 🌐 Decent internet access, ideally using common browsers (Firefox/Chrome/Edge) 🎤 Decent microphone. Webcams are encouraged but optional. 🎧 Discord account (free) 🎲 Roll20 account (free) 🤩 Enthusiasm for the game. 🤝 Friendliness, open mind, creative imagination, open communication, to create a friendly and welcoming gaming group. ⏰ Punctuality about attending the sessions. 👍 Reliability to inform in case of delay/absence. 📝Having a way to take notes would be helpful, though not strictly necessary. Note: I will be recording the session audio for collecting feedback and note-taking. This will be purely private, but if you have any concerns, please contact me. By applying to the game, you consent to being recorded. Thank you.
What I provide
1. A Discord server 2. A Roll20 game 3. Monster of the Week resources, as required ▶ The campaign will be Theatre of the Mind assisted by reference images to set the scene and mood. ▶ My goal is to provide a living, dynamic, and consistent world/setting that both responds to the Player Characters' actions and also continues existing without their interaction. ▶ My passion for creating a collaborative and memorable story with the whole group.
Gameplay details
After a player signs up, I will reach out to them to have a one to one onboarding session. In Session 0, we will discuss the game expectations, safety tools used and content warnings as a whole group. Once we are all on the same page, we will do character creation. I regularly check in with my players to ensure everyone is safe and enjoying the game.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Luxton Technique Discussion
• Open Door
• Session 0
• Stars and Wishes
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
We will create characters together during Session 0 and establish inter-character relationships and connections with the campaign setting. As this is a campaign set in Bengal, characters from the region will best fit the story.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Low
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Discord
• Roll20