Grand Adventure | HIGH ROLEPLAY, Epic Story, Semi-Sandbox
Become hereos and help save Phandalin whilst uncovering the location of a hidden mine. Meanwhile Cosmic threats stir!
$20.00
/ Session
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Weekly / Monday - 8:00 AM UTC
Nov 17 / Session 49
Session Duration / 2–3 hours
4 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
🆕 D&D2024 ⚔️Epic Adventure ⌛Race Against the Clock 📖Help write the Story 🎭 Immersive High Roleplay 🪨 Touchstones: Lovecraft, LOTR 📖 The Story "Shattered it was, into pieces as it fell. Now many vie for it's power anew" - Gwyn Oresong, Scholar & Historian of Yartar College. In this reimagined remix of Phandelver & Below, the familiar becomes fresh and the frontier becomes unhinged. What begins as a grounded tale of goblins & bandits, soon spirals into a sprawling, reality-shaking saga. Drawing from the best of Icespire Peak, Princes of the Apocalypse & Out of the Abyss for inspiration, this campaign is rebuilt from the ground up to be player-driven narrative that is limitlessly thrilling. Now set in the Dessarin Valley, you'll go from local heroes to pillars of the wider community. Be prepared to defend Phandalin, plunge into ruins to uncover truths, and stand against numerous factions all hungry for their own ends. Ends of which, they will do anything to achieve! Reality stirs, and you are the ONLY ones that can calm the growing storm. 🎙️ High Quality Voice Acting 🌅Detailed Descriptions 🎼 Immersive Sounds & Tense Music 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Friendly 💭 What to Expect Themes: Corruption, Body Horror, Paranoia, Ancient Powers Awakening, Community Under Siege, Heroism Against Insanity In this Original Remix, you’ll start in the richly detailed Dessarin Valley, rampant with opportunity and threat. Already set on a path to Phandalin, you'll become integral in the survival of this town. Soon the world will widen, the story driven by your choices. As the adventure deepens, greater responsibility will fall on your shoulders, and your choices could determine not only whether you succeed or fail, but WHAT threat it is that strikes out. You can expect to start the adventure at level 1, and reach level 16 before the end of the adventure. If you have played Lost Mine of Phandelver before, then fear not as a plethora of new content will keep it fresh, as well as drastically altered locations & new surprises to keep you on your toes. You'll be part of immersive storytelling and have real player agency. The structure blends linear adventure design, with open-world exploration. This campaign is perfect for anyone looking for the classic D&D feeling of an epic story adventure mixed with the ability to genuinely influence the narrative. Run over the course of roughly a year and a half (an estimate based on previous games), this journey is built to evolve alongside your party. Are you ready to see what’s waiting beyond Phandalin? 🙋♂️ About Me I'm Euan, a Professional Dungeon Master with nearly a decade of experience bringing D&D game to life. Armed with a Master of Arts Degree in Drama and a wealth of theatrical expertise, I craft immersive, high-roleplay experiences with a Mercer-esque playstyle. Expect fully-voiced NPCs and a world shaped by your actions. With multiple games weekly, I ensure each session maintains a professional standard.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Dungeon Crawl
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(63)
4 years on StartPlaying
1034 games hosted
Highly rated for: Voices, Creativity, Storytelling
Average response time: 4 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
🎭 Actor | ⚔️ Storyteller | 🧠 Neurodivergent | 🌈 He/Him Hail, adventurers! I’m Euan, a trained actor with a Master's Degree in Drama and a lifelong love of tabletop roleplaying games. Whether you're brand new to TTRPGs or a seasoned hero, I’m here to guide you through thrilling stories, emotional character moments, and unforgettable adventures. You won’t just walk away with treasure, you’ll gain unique memories and new friends who shared the journey with you. 👋 About Me • I’m an actor, filmmaker, music lover, and dedicated gamer. • A huge Critical Role fan, which as strongly influence my playstyle; expect roleplay-heavy sessions. • I’m bisexual and neurodivergent, and I believe passionately that TTRPGs are for everyone. Inclusion is NOT optional, it's essential! 🫴 What I Offer • Odyssey Campaigns: Games that last multiple years. • Long-Term Campaigns: 6–12+ month epics across bigger campaigns. • Mini-Campaigns: 2–5 month arcs for a tighter, more focused experience. • One-Shots: Great for new players or a one-night-only adventure. • Homebrew & Official Modules: Pick your flavour; a story you can pick, or one you discover. • Event Games: Hosting a party, team-building day, or themed event? I can run the perfect game for your group. 🐲 Why Adventure With Me? • 🎓 Trained Actor: I hold both a BA and MA in Drama, bringing characters to life with immersive, reactive roleplay and a range of unique NPC voices; Humanoid and Beyond! • 🧠 Experienced GM: I’ve run countless games, paid and unpaid, online and in person. You’re in capable hands. • 🎵 Music & SFX: I provide tailor made music & SFX for every game through Syrinscape. • 💰Investment: I invest in my games; maps, artwork, music, and more. II ensure money goes BACK into my games to keep making them better! • 📖 Loads of Content: I offer access to a rich library of official material to support your character and your journey. 🛡️ Safe, Welcoming Spaces • 🚫 Zero Tolerance for Bigotry of any kind. • 🧰 I make use of TTRPG safety tools to ensure everyone is comfortable, respected, and having fun. Let’s roll some dice, tell great stories, and have fun. Adventure awaits, will you answer the call?
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Creating your character
Characters will begin at level 1, with intial discussions on character creation happening in Session 0. Players then will create the characters in their own time, but can contact me if they need support. Characters will preferably be made on D&DBeyond (where my content is stored and shared) OR on Roll20 (if the player has access to their own content or wants to manually input). All offically published books are free to use, though anything with a "legacy" lable must use the updated version. Third party content is subject to approval, even if it is freely accessible on D&DBeyond.
Current Party Level: 5 Current Party; Paladin, Ranger/Rogue, Warlock, Druid The game will take place weekly at the same day/time, played on Roll20. Game Length: 2 - 3 hours. Sign ups within a certain threshold of the start time will be brought into the session the following week due to onboarding process. Please check the listing to see if there is a warning. As a rule of thumb, if you join a game within 12 hours of the start time, this will apply.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
- A mic to talk, headphones/noise cancellation, & a stable internet connection are necessary. - You will need an account for; Discord, Roll20, D&DBeyond and (optionally) Syrinscape. - Level 1 Character Sheet must be prepared before Session 1 (but I can help if contacted before game), details of character creation will be gone over in Session 0. - (Optional) Download a piece of free software called Syrinscape Online Player to recieve music and sounds (discussed in Session 0). There is an option to use the player through a browser without a requirement for any downloads.
What Euan Buddie brings to the table
🎭 Dynamic Roleplay Trained in acting, I bring every NPC to life with distinct voices and personalities. Experience fully immersive interactions as your character. THEATRE KIDS will love my games! 🎵 Atmospheric Audio Using Syrinscape, I craft immersive soundscapes with ambient noise, music, and effects; whether it’s a busy market or a dragon’s lair, every scene will feel like you're really there. 🌍 Immersive Worlds I primarily run games on Roll20, using official, purchased or custom-built maps tailored to your adventure. From spooky dungeons to bustling cities, every location feels alive, with tokens and assets that bring encounters to life. 📚 Comprehensive Digital Tools My Roll20/D&Dbeyond/Demiplane compendium gives you seamless access to character options, spells, and items, ensuring a smooth creation process and the resources you need to create the character of your dreams. ⚔️ Thrilling Combat Expect exciting combat, cinematically described. I like to include environmental effects to make fights even more dynamic. I balance rules and creativity to make each fight epic and memorable. 📖 Story-Driven Adventures Your decisions ripple through the world, shaping a narrative that’s uniquely yours. It’s more than monsters and loot, this is a tale of your party. Whether you're in a homebrew game, or a pre-written module, anticipate that you have agency, and your actions have consequences. 🤝 Player-Focused Philosophy I’m here to challenge and inspire, not defeat you. Your character's growth and heroism are my priority, and together we’ll create an unforgettable adventure.
Homebrew rules
I use the following light Homebrew/Optional Rules: - *Auto Success/Fail on all d20 tests (*best/worst possible outcome in a situation) - Maximum Critical Hits - Bonus action potion (roll), Action Potion (max on the dice) - Flanking - Skill Challenges - Group skill checks = average number/success, not the lowest roll
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Euan Buddie creates a safe table
During the later chapters, there are some themes of Cosmic & Body Horror, the tone of which will be adjusted based on Line/Veil feedback. The game will be using Lines and Veils to ensure a comfortable experience for all players. This is done via a joined sheet which everyone is able to see, but it is completely anonymous. Session 0 will discuss; Code of Confuct, Game Mechanics, Character Creation, Campaign Context, and give oppertunity for questions. 3 Hour long session, 15 minute break midway. Debreif at the end (included within time).
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Safety tools used