Tales from the Yawning Portal
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
šµ Live game open to all experience levels. Beginners welcome! šµ Visit some of the most infamous dungeons ever devised! šµ Player creativity encouraged! šµ Inclusive table open to all! šµ Become part of an active and welcoming Discord community! When adventurers and explorers get together in taverns such as the Yawning Portal, the conversation invariably turns to one thing- unexplored dungeons. Finding and exploring these places is the holy grail of adventuring, from lost citadels to well-guarded vaults to killer mazes. The only question is this: will you survive to tell the tales?
2 years on StartPlaying
1010 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Storytelling
Average response time: 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
Game Master Reviews (84)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Inclusive
Storytelling
Matt
New review
Ellis is a legend
Latch
New review
Played 11 sessions
Ellis is a amazing DM and I love how he runs his games. He leaves a lot of room for fun characters and creativity. The games are well paced and the combat is excellent. I look forward to many more sessions. I would highly recommend joining a game.
Jordan Ramsdell
Played 11 sessions
I have had the privilege of playing several games at Ellis table, he is by far one of the best DMs I have ever played for. Gives his players who enjoy role play a chance to do it, keeps battle competitive and fair and rewards you for thinking creatively. Cannot recommend him or Megan more. The discord server also is a huge plus, the people are amazing. If you are looking for an amazing DM, look no further then Ellis or Megan.
Devin
Played 31 sessions
Ellis and Megan are incredible DMās and players that have attracted a great community ! I would recommend joining any of their games to players with all levels of experience, I joined the community only having played for a couple months before and Iāve had an incredible time learning and playing since.
Augie
Played 6 sessions
Ellis was amazing! He did a great job managing two large combats and encouraged role-playing at every turn. The entire adventure was well thought and enjoyable for our group!
Carter
Played 1 sessions
First time using this service, first time doing a one shot, incredible inclusiveness and patience. Good story telling, and world building, over all a great experience.
Additional details
How to prepare
You will need a microphone (if it is a voice game), a character, your imagination, and a desire to have enough adventuring stories that you never have to buy another round at the tavern. You will also need access to Discord, Roll20, and D&D Beyond.
What I provide
Maps and tokens will be on Roll20 and I will provide a campaign link on D&D Beyond for access to character creation content. There will be atmospheric music provided but easily muted if you prefer.
Gameplay details
Everyone is encouraged to discuss lines and veils with me privately, either on SPG or in the Discord server. Session 0 will be a chance to get to know characters and players as well as go over any specific rules, complete with a chance to speak in a private voice channel if there is anything you would like to address.
Content warnings
ā¢ Alcohol Use
ā¢ Animal Death
ā¢ Blood
ā¢ Death
ā¢ Deep or Large Bodies of Water
ā¢ Devils / Demons / Fiends
ā¢ Fire
ā¢ Language/Cursing
ā¢ Violence
Safety tools used
ā¢ Breaks
ā¢ Lines and Veils
ā¢ Session 0
How will character creation work
Characters are created using a modified standard array (17 16 15 13 11 9) and are given a free feat at level 1.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
High
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
High
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
ā¢ Roll20
ā¢ D&D Beyond
ā¢ Discord
$25.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Sunday - 3:00 AM UTC
Mar 23 / Session 5
2.5-3 Hour duration
4 / 5 Seats filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+