Tyranny of Dragons (Rise of Tiamat) Level 10, 5.5e - Top GM!
Can you uncover the plans and chase down the Cult of the Dragon before they complete their nefarious ritual?
$35.00
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3 players following this game
Weekly / Tuesday - 11:00 PM UTC
Oct 27 / Session 51
Session Duration / 2.5–3 hours
5 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
🗺️ Travel the Sword Coast 👊 Fight dragons and cultists! 🎖️ Save the world The Cult of the Dragon sweeps from town to town, laying waste to all those who oppose them and gathering a hoard of riches for their dread queen. The threat of annihilation has become so dire that the heroes must succeed, or in the end, the world will never be the same. Hoard of the Dragon Queen and Rise of Tiamat form the Tyranny of Dragons adventure. In this part of the adventure you are chasing down the cult and trying to determine who they are and what their goals may be, while you join factions that can help you along the way. Here's what players had to say: "This is an adventure that takes you from a relative nobody to major player. Ajax DM has substantial strengths in setting scenes and creating atmosphere, while also making sure that your characters’ actions (or lack of action) has consequence in how things play out." "A great high-level romp. Ajax DM did a fantastic job of structuring the adventure — we always knew what we were doing next, while also feeling free to do something else first. She also finds a way to create moments where each player can shine through." "This lets the party become heroes … or zeros … as they race across the whole of the Sword Coast. Ajax DM did a fantastic job keeping it all together. High spots included standing shoulder to shoulder with his best buddy as they await their fate face to face with a very angry dragon (yes, a dragon, not really a spoiler there given the title of the campaign). Oh, and surviving … a definite high spot." About the Game Weekly 3-hour sessions hosted on Roll20. Audio on Discord. Experienced or new players welcome. Campaign will take characters to Level 15. ABOUT AJAX DM Ajax DM offers paid weekly games you can count on. Weekly 3-hour D&D 5e game sessions on Roll20 using official campaign materials, 3D dice rolling, Dynamic Lighting (revealing maps as you explore), sourcebook/compendium sharing and scripts which automate manual tasks. We use Discord for audio and each group gets its own channels to talk between games.
Game style
Rules as Written (RaW)
Roleplay Heavy
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(144)
5 years on StartPlaying
2069 games hosted
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Beginner Friendly, Knows the Rules
Average response time: 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Ajax DM is a full-time professional DM with 58 completed multi-year campaigns, over 3,300 sessions (in-person and online) - including 2,000+ on StartPlaying - and 11,500+ hours on Roll20 (since March, 2020). Ajax DM offers paid weekly games you can count on. Weekly 3-hour D&D 5e game sessions on Roll20 or Alchemy RPG, using official D&D 5e campaign materials supplemented with additional colour maps, extra tokens to choose from, 3D dice rolling, Dynamic Lighting (revealing maps as you explore), scripts to automate manual tasks, sourcebook/compendium sharing. We use Discord for audio and each group gets its own channels to talk between games. New or experienced players and those just coming back to D&D, learning 5th Edition rules, or the newer 5.5 Edition rules are welcome. You’ll learn as you play. Ajax DM was honored to be selected to DM at Gen Con 2024 independently as Ajax DM, and with Limithron (Pirate Borg) in 2024, to DM for StartPlaying at Gen Con in 2023, for Kobold Press at Gen Con both 2022 and 2023, and as one of a handful of Dungeon Masters for Kobold Chronicles, Kobold Press’ monthly virtual play event.
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Creating your character
Please wait for Session 0 before building a character as we’ll be covering the environment and other considerations, plus character connections. Characters will enter at the same level as the rest of the party. Launch Roll20 game, roll for stats in Roll20 chat. Any other rolls will not count. You may opt for Standard Array if you dislike your rolls. Build character in Roll20 (+ D&D Beyond if desired) using the Charactermancer, before the first game session. Ajax DM needs minimum 24 hours to review your character and set up tokens. Include at least 2 paragraphs of background story with at least one named person in their story. Fill in physical description and personality traits, ideals, bonds and flaws. Try to have at least one quirk.
Updated 2024 D&D Rules. Current party is a fighter, rogue, ranger, druid, wizard.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
If you join the game after the group Session 0, please set up a chargeable 1-on-1 appointment with Ajax DM prior to your first game session. Computer and Internet required. High speed internet will make for a more enjoyable experience. Mic and headphones required (speakers cause echo). Set up free accounts on Roll20 and Discord. Recommend Chrome or Firefox browser for Roll20. Install Discord app on computer. Join Ajax D&D server (see link on your dashboard in StartPlaying once you join the game). Install Beyond20 app in browser if using D&D Beyond character sheet. Send token image to Ajax DM (or select one from Ajax DM’s extensive collection). If you require a familiar or Wild Shape forms or Summon creatures, please alert Ajax DM well before the game.
What Allison - Ajax DM brings to the table
Ajax DM uses official D&D 5e campaign materials supplemented with additional maps, licensed music and sound effects, 3D dice rolling, Dynamic Lighting (revealing maps as you explore), scripts to automate manual tasks, purchased tokens, sourcebook/compendium sharing in Roll20. We use Discord for audio and each group gets its own channels to talk between games.
Homebrew rules
At my table, fire spells do not work in water.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Allison - Ajax DM creates a safe table
We'll have a table rules and safety discussion as part of the group Session 0 or in a private 1-on-1. This is a welcoming table and we expect respect and kindness for all. Rape and Sexual Assault will not be part of our game. No homebrew characters. There are no evil characters, "neutral" characters that are veiled evil characters, no emo loners who don't trust others. Remember, you're heroes.
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