The Spire's Shadow 🧙♂️Urban Intrigue and Adventure in Ptolus
Delve into Ptolus—a city of magic, mystery, and ancient secrets—where danger lurks beneath every cobblestone and trouble is behind every corner
$30.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Wednesday – 1:00 PM UTC
Jul 23 / Session 29
3–3.5 Hour Duration
4 / 6 Seats Filled
Schedule
About the adventure
Welcome to the City in the Shadow 🏙️ Darkness grows in Ptolus 🏰 The Spire looms, ever-present 🤴 Factions vie for control 🤝 Who will you trust? The city of Ptolus; a place of great magic, and even greater ambition. The eternal Spire, shrouded in mystery, casts its shadow over this vast metropolis, and in this darkness, factions lie, cheat, and steal for their scraps of power. For you, Ptolus is a city of opportunity. Unimaginable treasures lay hidden away, just waiting for the right person to be uncovered. But who can you trust when gold is on the line? Join with your plucky band of soon-to-be adventurers as you delve into the city's secrets. But watch your back. The Spire's shadow leaves many places to hide. What to expect: 📜 A custom adventure. Your characters are the stars. All backstories WILL be used. 🗺️ Rewarding exploration. The city of Ptolus is vast. Who knows what lurks above and below? ⚔️ Exciting combat. From villainous vampires to loathsome liches, the threats are ever changing and built to challenge. 🗣️ Dynamic roleplay. The politics of the city are fraught with obstacles. How will you react? 🎭 A perfect balance of comedy and drama. Fans of Critical Role, Dimension 20 and NADDPOD will find a lot to love. ...and much, much more! Come with me into this epic tale of adventure together in a campaign from levels 1-12 and beyond. Your characters drive the action. Your decisions shape the story. What will YOU do?
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Meet the Game Master
5.0
(24)
2 years on StartPlaying
377 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, World Builder, Storytelling
Average response time: 4 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
With over a decade of experience running games I know how to craft an adventure that will shock and surprise you, placing YOU at the centre of world-shaping events. Every decision counts. Every roll of the dice changes the story. Every character gets their turn in the spotlight. Let's make some magic together! More about me: 🎥 I have a masters degree in film curation and have a passion for all things cinema. I carry this through to my games, bringing epic storylines inspired by a world of storytellers before me. Want to feel like the star of a Hollywood blockbuster, a Hong Kong martial arts hero, or a cigar-chewing spaghetti western cowboy? I know how stories function and how to make your dreams a reality. 🎲 I offer balanced yet challenging experiences that prioritise teamwork and foster a collaborative game between you and your fellow players. Exhilarating combat, free flowing role-play and unpredictable exploration means that you will get to experience all pillars of TTRPGS at a first class level unlike anything you've experienced before. 😄 I am approachable both in and out of game. Want to change something about your game? Let me know and I will always be happy to make adjustments. Looking for a place to call home? We foster a diverse community of players where all are welcome regardless of background. Need someone to lend an ear for some out-of-game issues? Let's talk. My door is always open. I hope to see you in game soon!
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Creating your character
Character creation will be done in D&D Beyond using my library of races, classes and subclasses. Looking for something I don't have? Let me know and I will purchase it for you to use at no extra charge. Characters should be built using the 2024 ruleset. Starting Level 1. Characters joining later join at the same level as the party. Advancement: Experience Ability scores: Point buy or Standard Array Feats and Multiclassing: Yes Content from these source books is permitted: 2014 Player's Handbook, 2024 Player's Handbook, Sword Coast Adventurer's Guide, Xanathar's Guide to Everything, Mythic Odyssey's of Theros, Tasha's Cauldron of Everything, Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft, Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse, Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants, Dragonlance: Shadow of the Dragon Queen, The Book of Many Things. Content from other sourcebooks and home-brew content will not be permitted. If you would like to use a species, class, or subclass that appears in both the 2014 & 2024 rules, the 2024 version must be used. Guidance on what species best suit Ptolus is available in my Discord. Banned character options: -No custom lineage -No Drow -No Peace or Twilight Domain Clerics
Current Party Level 5: Gnome Warlock (Great Old One) Leonin Paladin (Oath of Glory) Kender Ranger [1]/Rogue [4] (Scout) Elf Cleric (Light Domain)
What to expect
Preparing for the session
New to TTRPGs, D&D or VTTs? All you need to get started is a free Discord account. Add me on there and I can answer any questions and guide you through the rest. Username: wernerhotdog From there you will need: -A free D&D Beyond account -An internet browser. Chrome or Edge work best! -A microphone/headset -A stable internet connection -A webcam is encouraged but not essential Accommodations can be made for anyone who does not wish to use the virtual tabletop.
What Olly brings to the table
I provide: -A custom campaign developed around your characters -An in depth knowledge of the rules and VTT -Sourcebooks shared on D&D Beyond -Evocative battle maps -NPCs with their own voices and motivations -Immersive music and soundscapes -A professional experience
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Microphone
Internet
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Safety
How Olly creates a safe table
📜 A custom campaign - The possibilities of Ptolus are endless. Your backstories will help shape the city. - Individually targeted quests will keep the stakes high. - Player buy-in is a must. As your backstories will drive the narrative, it is essential that players are willing to put effort and thought into their characters. Thinking and feeling in-character is strongly encouraged. ⚙️ A perfect balance of the three pillars - Exciting combat will keep you on the edge of your seat. - Rewarding exploration means a new surprise is always on the horizon. - Deep NPC motivations provide high-stakes role-play encounters. 🗣️ Community guidelines - Collaborative thinking is a must. - Zero tolerance for harassment and abuse - Have fun and encourage others to do the same
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