The Factol Countdown: A Multiversal Sigil Murder Mystery
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
$12.50
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Saturday - 3:00 PM UTC
May 17 / Session 12
3-4 Hour Duration
4 / 5 Seats Filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Beginner
Age: 18+
About the adventure
The ageless and enigmatic Lady of Pain, eternal overseer of Sigil, summons all Ascendant Faction leaders to an urgent and private conclave. But when one Factol fails to appear, she commands the characters to investigate—only for them to uncover what seems to be a grisly murder. Before the conclave can recover, another Factol vanishes under mysterious circumstances. Entrusted by the Lady herself, the party must unravel the truth behind the apparent murder, locate the missing leader, and uncover whether the other faction heads are in similar danger. Their quest will lead them through the tangled streets of Sigil, the Outlands, and into other planes of existence. Time is ticking away, do you have what it takes to stop the Factol Countdown? This adventure starts at level 3, and will be a multiverse spanning murder mystery. Roleplay forward, with a good mix of combat, exploration, and mystery to solve.
The Factol Countdown will take players through Sigil, down into the Outlands, and to several other planes of existence. No experience is required, and familiarity with the setting isn't necessary. Character creations will use Dndbeyond's character builder using Rolling for stats (2 sets of rolls, each needs to add up to at least 72 points, which is what standard array equals, and is around the average of point buy).
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Additional details
How to prepare
We will be using Discord for communications including game play voice/ video channel (video is optional). Roll 20 will be used for maps, and DndBeyond will be used for Characters, Encounters, Dice rolling, and the game log.
What I provide
I currently have access to all published 5e materials on DndBeyond, so all possible character creation options will be available to you. I will also be hosting the game on my Discord Server which will be where I will provide any in-game handouts, maps, etc. We will be using Roll20 for tokens and maps. You'll need to have accounts for all three of those entities, free accounts are fine.
Gameplay details
A pre-session 0 player safety and preference survey will be sent. Results will be complied and discussed during Session 0. I use a number of safety tools during sessions to ensure everyone is comfortable during the game. I also strive to ensure that everyone feels seen, heard, and valued during sessions. I encourage cooperative problem solving, valuing the person over the player.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Breaks
• Debriefing
• Lines and Veils
• Luxton Technique
• Luxton Technique Discussion
• Open Door
• Session 0
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
Character Creation will take place on DndBeyond, within the DndBeyond campaign (once you've joined the game, I will send the campaign link) , and can begin prior to our free Session 0. Starting level is 3, no restrictions on published species, classes, subclasses, or backgrounds. (1 proviso - no taking 1 level of Rogue just to get sneak attack) Homebrew will be evaluated on a case by case basis. Multiclassing has to be motivated by character backstory and is only available once reaching level 5.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Beginner
Platforms used
• Discord
• D&D Beyond
• Roll20