About the adventure
**Embark on a Fiery Descent into Avernus** Welcome to Baldur’s Gate, a city of ambition, intrigue, and peril. But shadows loom large as the city teeters on the brink of a figurative and literal descent into the first layer of the Nine Hells, Avernus. *Descent into Avernus* is a casual, beginner-friendly campaign perfect for adventurers seeking an epic mix of heroic deeds, dark bargains, and the fight for the soul of the multiverse. Whether you’re a seasoned player or completely new to D&D, this adventure will draw you into a sprawling tale of moral dilemmas, infernal war machines, and the chance to become a true legend. Set against a backdrop of gritty urban landscapes and hellish wastelands, this campaign explores themes of redemption, loyalty, and the price of power. As your party navigates a world teeming with intrigue, political machinations, and infernal threats, you’ll face choices that challenge your characters’ morals and shape the fate of the realms. With plenty of combat, exploration, and roleplaying opportunities, there’s something here for every play style. I host this campaign through Roll20 and D&D Beyond (DDB), blending virtual tools to ensure a smooth, immersive experience. As an Australian-based Dungeon Master, I welcome players from all time zones and experience levels. I’m passionate about teaching newcomers the game basics, so don’t worry if you’re new—this is a judgment-free space to learn, play, and have fun. All are welcome at the table, and I strive to create an inclusive, laid-back environment where creativity and camaraderie thrive. Whether you’re looking to sharpen your blades, master your spells, or discover your character’s hidden depths, *Descent into Avernus* is a campaign where every choice matters and every player shines. So grab your dice and prepare to plunge into the infernal chaos—your story awaits!
Game style
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Game themes
Free
Details
Monthly / Saturday – 9:00 AM UTC
3–6 Hour Duration
4 / 4 Seats Filled
GAME MASTER
Snider Nix
she/her
Schedule
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Meet the Game Master
1 year on StartPlaying
About me
A casual DM, rules light. Accepting of newbies. Currently playing descent to Avernus.
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Character creation
Creating your character
I will give you a level and get you to start a character. Then, join the campaign and flesh them out using the tools available. I love chaotic, ridiculous homebrew. If you can think of it, try it, UNLESS It will break the game for our level. i.e. a level 1 player is unlikely to have a legendary artifact. OF course, you can tell me how the character got the epic item, and you may keep it. Don't read Baldur's Gate Descent into Avernus, as metagaming ruins the fun for all. YOu can read all of the MM2014 in Devils and the DMG chapter on the lore of Avernus. (PLease do) As this is a campaign, you will be slotted in at the level the PCs are at in a location that makes sense.
Please read the MM 24. sections on devils.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Just a discord account, DnD beyond basic account, roll20 account, and Beyond20 plug-in for your browser. You can use the roll20 character sheet, but for ease, set up and DnD beyond account and character.
What Snider Nix brings to the table
Vtt maps and tokens, content shared as per DND beyond campaign content sharing tools. I run with the Rule of cool/ chaos, not as written, so my style may upset or frustrate rules, lawyers and RAW players. Combat is encouraged to be fast, add to the story, and not dominate it. I even had a game once where the players talked themselves out of all combat!! I go with the players and where they take me. I don't often add music but use the jukebox tool in Roll 20.
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Safety
How Snider Nix creates a safe table
I keep an open door; any player can message me or say stop in the game, and we stop, and I converse privately. If they raise an X as text or on the map (IN roll 20), we stop, and in discord, I talk to them privately. As my game has Hell and Devils, I need to be upfront as Devils and the lore surrounding them is not suitable for the deeply religious.
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