C.S. Herschal: A Lost Ship | Beginner-Friendly 1-Shot
Mothership | One-Shot
$15.00
/ Session
Details
Once / Tuesday - 1:00 AM (UTC)
Dec 31
3-4 Hour duration
0 / 5 Seats filled
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+
About the adventure
The University of Idalia Minor has recently discovered the C.S. Herschal’s transponder signal, after it went dark nearly a year ago. You work on the crew of the RAD vessel Elizabeth Shawn, and have been sent to recover anything that may be left on the ship's cargo and crew. What mysteries does the C.S. Herschal hold, and why did it go dark? This is a beginner-friendly one-shot for the Mothership RPG, with potential to be used as a campaign starter. You expect thrills and chills in this sci-fi horror setting, where stress is NOT your friend but can make for some wickedly fun dice rolls and consequences! Life is fragile in Mothership, so don't get too attached to your characters, but we'll make sure you get right back in game as quickly as possible in the likely event of your character's demise.
5.0
(7)
3 years on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Creativity, Rule of Cool, World Builder
Additional details
How to prepare
You will need the following: -A Discord account to access the server, along with a headphones or earbuds, and a working microphone -Camera is optional -Access to the free Mothership 1E rules. You can download the Player's Survival Guide (Pay what you want) here: https://www.drivethrurpg.com/en/product/484222/mothership-player-s-survival-guide . Tuesday Knight Games, the creators of Mothership, are a small, independent company, so I'm sure they would appreciate any monetary support you are able to provide. -I highly recommend downloading the free Mothership Companion App. The app walks you step-by-step through character creation, and I'll be using the virtual table top feature built into it for our session. The VTT integrates your character sheet and an automated dice roller....and it's free to download and use! You can get the app on android, IOS or Mac.
What I provide
-Years of experience running Mothership in an online setting -A desire to teach those new to Mothership or TTRPGs in general -A private Discord server for chat, voice and video (only if you're comfortable), with Kenku FM music bot to set atmosphere -Relational maps and visuals via the Mothership Companion App VTT and Discord screen share -Help with character creation before our session if need, just shoot me a message and ask! -Pre-generated characters (in the likely event of character death), either via PDF or import codes for the Mothership Companion App
Gameplay details
Luxton Technique - Before we start, I'll ask everyone if there are any triggers/subject matter that we need to avoid, and we can discuss it. If there is something in the story that may come into play here, now is the time to discuss it. X Cards - If you are on camera, you can have an index card or something similar to hold up to symbolize your X card. If you are not on camera, please let me know via chat of DM on Discord by typing "X", so we can take a quick pause from the game to work through any situations that may arise. Breaks and Open Door - If you need a de-stressing, snack/drink, stretching or bio break, no worries! Please feel free to step away at any time. I ask that you leave a quick chat note if possible, so the rest of the group is aware of your brief absence in case it may effect the story, so we can put a pin where we are until you return. On that note, if you feel something needs to be discussed, we an absolutely pause at any time to talk about it. End of Session Debrief - After we finish a session, I would like to take a few minutes to discuss what went well, and what I could have done better for you. I'll provide a quick google survey link as well. Nothing is off limits here, so if you need to talk to me about something, please feel free. If you'd rather speak privately, we can also do that.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Aftercare
• Breaks
• Debriefing
• Luxton Technique
• Open Door
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
Character creation is very quick via the free Mothership Companion App, that will also allow you to see my hosted virtual table top. I can help you with character creation before the session.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Discord
• Theater of the Mind