Icewind Dale - First Session & Personalized Character Art Free*
A D&D 5e arctic survival adventure set in Icewind Dale. Endure eternal winter, face the Frostmaiden, and uncover secrets buried in the frozen dark
About the adventure
"We bow to She who wears the crown; Let the world shiver with dread. Clad in winter's whitest gown, Her snow enshrouds the dead." In the frigid northern reaches of Faerûn lies Icewind Dale, a land gripped by an unyielding curse. Each night, Auril the Frostmaiden, Sovereign of Lost Summers, weaves her dark magic over the frozen expanse. And each morning, the people of this icy tundra pray for the sun’s return, only to be met with endless night and eternal winter—the relentless cruelty of the Brittle Maiden, who has condemned them to this fate. You are adventurers who have found yourselves in this desolate land. Perhaps you were born in Ten-Towns, mayhaps you were raised among one of the nomadic tribes, or arrived seeking treasures and fame. Maybe you’re a fugitive, hoping to vanish into the frosty wilderness where sins and secrets are buried deep beneath the snow. No matter how you’ve come to Icewind Dale, the fate of this cursed place now rests in your hands. Will you fight to restore the sun to these frozen lands, or will you succumb to the ruthless grip of winter? This adventure spans from level 1 to 12, with a balance of combat, roleplaying, and exploration. Survival won’t come easy—Icewind Dale is as harsh as it is beautiful, and your greatest foe is the embodiment of winter’s unforgiving chill. Prepare yourself for a test of endurance, courage, and cunning, for here, only the bold will endure.
$20.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Friday – 2:00 PM UTC
Campaign Length / 30–60 Sessions
3–4 Hour Duration
4 / 5 Seats Filled
GAME MASTER
Lino
she/her
4.9
(17)
Schedule
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
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Meet the Game Master
4.9
(17)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
82 games hosted
Highly rated for: Sets the Mood, Storytelling, Creativity
Average response time: 5 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Like many here, I’ve been immersed in the world of TTRPGs for nearly over a decade. While I love the role of Keeper, Storyteller, or MC, I’m just as comfortable donning the DM hat—especially if you don’t mind a few silly accents and my particular brand of high-pitched voices for male NPCs! When I run games online, I prefer a camera-free setup. I find this helps everyone ease into character without feeling self-conscious. I aim to create an inclusive and welcoming space, where every player can shine, from creative roleplayers to tactical combat enthusiasts. I enjoy crafting adventures that balance intense action with deep character moments, so there’s something for everyone. I’m thrilled to be meeting and DMing for new people, and I can’t wait to dive into our next adventure together!
View Profile →Reviews (17)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Sets the Mood
Storytelling
Creativity
Vishal
Played 24 sessions
Absolutely love playing with Lino! She is extremely nice and a terrific storyteller. It's really fun being in one of her sessions as she does a beautiful job setting up a fun and intriguing world for us to play in. I recommend her to everyone, but especially beginners, as she does a great job explaining and teaching everything as we go ahead.
Courtney
Played 21 sessions
So far I have just had an intro session with Lino but she was so great in creating an inclusive and immersive experience. Great roleplaying and created a fantastic world to play around in with lots of different things to explore. It felt like such a safe space to try things out and interact with the world and NPCs around me. Lino made it really easy to play a system that I had never tried before and was great at explaining things and teaching while playing.
Valapatto
New review
Played 15 sessions
Great fun to play with, no matter the theme of the game. It's really easy to immerse to the story with her narration, leaving you hoping you had brought more popcorn. She makes your characters feel unique, drawing in on their backstory and really making them feel part of the world. Whether you are looking for horror, drama or just to spend few hours doing whimsy shenanigans, she has you covered.
Ash
Played 12 sessions
Lino and I had a fantastic time with a one shot. She set the mood (gothic horror) with pictures, music and voice acting. The narration gave the narrator from BG3 a run for her money in that you immedietly knew what the vibe was and drew you in. The NPCs were all very compelling, the story unraveled by the mystery was really fun yet tragic that also wrapped in my character. She allowed for a lot of creativity on my part and was very patient and helpful with me navigating the sheets as it was a brand new system for me. We did hard rolls but also a lot of logical deduction and "rule of cool" type of actions that made for a very impactful experience that had multiple solutions and endings to the story. I highly recommend her as I enjoyed my time immensly with her and the story she created.
Jordan
Played 10 sessions
She's really good at roleplaying and descriptions of locations and concepts
Chin
Played 8 sessions
Great GM for beginners, very helpful in getting me started in my first campaign. Amazing use of different voices.
Character creation
Creating your character
We’ll kick things off with a Session 0, where we’ll dive into character creation together. All you need to know for now is that your character is either from or journeying to the frozen north of Icewind Dale. We’ll start at level 1 and aim to reach around level 12 by the end of the adventure. As a group, we’ll decide whether to use point buy or roll for stats, and everyone will begin with a free feat (note that Variant Human, Custom Lineage, and backgrounds that grant feats will be excluded). Full character creation guidelines and resources will be available on the Discord server. Looking forward to creating this adventure with you!
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You only need a decent mic and a foundry account; don't worry, that last one is free. If you know the rules ahead of time, that is great; if not, don't worry about it. We'll go through them during session 0. All you need to know is what your character can do and you'll learn the rest as we go.
What Lino brings to the table
Immersive Visuals and Atmospheric Audio: Experience the frozen desolation of Icewind Dale like never before. With meticulously crafted soundscapes and accurate, book-inspired visuals, the icy wilderness comes alive around you. Every frostbitten wind, shadowy cavern, and creeping revelation is brought vividly to life, ensuring you remain fully immersed in the chilling expanse of the Dale. Player-Centered Narrative Freedom: Your choices matter. My games are built around player decisions, creating a narrative that evolves with your actions. Whether you forge alliances or sow discord, your influence shapes the story’s path, ensuring every session feels meaningful and dynamic. Supportive and Inclusive Play Environment: Your comfort and enjoyment are my priority. With tools like Session Zero, ongoing chats before and after games, and one-on-one debriefs, I ensure everyone feels included and respected. Safety tools are in place to create a collaborative space where you can focus on the adventure without hesitation. A Meaningful Farewell: Whether your character falls to the perils of the adventure or survives to see its conclusion, their story will not be forgotten. Characters who have journeyed through at least eight sessions will be immortalized in a custom painting, preserving their memory and legacy for all time. Their tale will live on, etched in art and tribute.
Equipment needed to play
Microphone
Internet
Computer
Platforms used
Safety
How Lino creates a safe table
We will have session 0, where we go discuss all the things that could come up during the module. We will also be using aftercare to check after each session. Just to make sure that everyone is okay. Should anything happen during the game you are more than welcome to DM me and we will take a short break.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
Additional tables
1 available
Weekly / Tuesday – 4:00 PM UTC
2 / 4 Seats Filled
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