Dungeons of Drakkenheim: A Post-Apocalyptic Campaign
Explore Drakkenheim's ruined city, battle cosmic horrors, and uncover dark secrets in this gritty D&D adventure full of mystery and high-stakes action
$25.00
/ Session
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Bi-weekly / Sunday - 6:00 PM UTC
Jan 18 / Session 14
Session Duration / 4 hours
5 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
๐ซ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ ๐๐๐๐๐ ๐๐๐๐๐... ๐ซ Once, Drakkenheim was a city of light, of learning, of life. But when the heavens wept stars, its fate was sealed in calamity. Now, it stands as a testament to the arcane and the macabre, a city where the very air you breathe whispers of magic and madness. ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ ๐๐๐ ๐ข๐ง๐ฌ: As you step into this forsaken realm, the Haze greets you, a luminescent fog that hides both treasure and terror. Will you be the one to pierce its veil, to uncover the lost secrets of the Amethyst Academy or to harness the power of the Delerium crystals that litter the city like jewels of doom? ๐ ๐๐ก๐จ๐ข๐๐ ๐จ๐ ๐๐๐ฌ๐ญ๐ข๐ง๐ฒ: Here, in the ruins of Drakkenheim, factions vie for control. Will you pledge your sword to the Hooded Lanterns, striving to restore order from chaos? Or perhaps the allure of forbidden knowledge calls you to the Falling Fire, where the line between salvation and damnation blurs. ๐๐ก๐๐ฅ๐ฅ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ฌ ๐๐ง๐ ๐๐ซ๐ข๐ฎ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐ก๐ฌ: Every step through these haunted streets is a gamble. Survive the Haze, outwit the horrors that have claimed this land as their own, and maybe, just maybe, you'll emerge not just as a survivor, but as a legend. From level 1 to 13, your journey will be one of growth, of loss, of discovery. ๐๐จ๐ฎ๐ซ ๐๐จ๐ฆ๐ฉ๐๐ง๐ข๐จ๐ง๐ฌ ๐ข๐ง ๐๐ซ๐ฆ๐ฌ: Join a fellowship of adventurers, each with their own story, their own quest. Together, you'll navigate through the cathedrals of old, the mage towers twisted by magic, and the sewers where the forgotten dwell. Your choices will weave through the narrative, altering the very fabric of Drakkenheim's future. ๐๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ฅ๐ฅ ๐ญ๐จ ๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐: Now is the time to step from the safety of the known into the embrace of the unknown. Here, in Drakkenheim, your story waits to be told. Will you be the one to write a tale of heroism, of dark magic, of redemption? ๐๐ข๐ ๐ง ๐๐ฉ ๐๐จ๐ซ ๐ญ๐ก๐ ๐๐๐ฏ๐๐ง๐ญ๐ฎ๐ซ๐: The city calls to those brave enough to answer. Become part of a saga where every session could tip the scales of destiny. Will you rise as a hero or fall into the abyss? Enter the Dungeons of Drakkenheim (#) - Your epic begins with a single step into darkness.
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Meet the Game Master
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About me
UNLEASH YOUR IMAGINATION ON AN UNFORGETTABLE RPG ADVENTURE! Dive into thrilling worlds crafted by a masterful Game Master with over 40 years of epic storytelling! From legendary pre-published campaigns to bespoke sagas tailored just for you, Iโll guide your party through heart-pounding quests filled with danger, mystery, and glory. Whether youโre seeking a seasoned GM to lead your group or a spot in a gripping long-term campaign, your next adventure starts here! ALL HEROES WELCOMEโNO EXPERIENCE REQUIRED! New to the tabletop? Iโll teach you the ropes with patience and flair. Veteran adventurer? Brace for mind-blowing challenges thatโll test your skills. Want to spark a family quest or a game night for kids and friends? My flexible day and evening slots make it easy to fit epic fun into your schedule. With a legacy spanning the original AD&D Basic set to modern hits like D&D 5e, Shadowdark, Pathfinder, and Pathfinder 2e, Iโve mastered the art of immersive storytelling. Play via the dynamic Fantasy Grounds VTT! WANT PROOF OF THE EPICNESS? My 100+ active and former players canโt stop raving! Check out glowing reviews on my GM page or join our vibrant Discord community to hear their tales firsthand. Ready to forge your legend? Request a Discord invite and letโs roll the dice on an epic journey together!
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Creating your character
Your ability scores are generated using one of the following methods. โข Standard set (15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8). โข Variant: Customizing Ability Scores (2024 PH). You can use non-optional rules found in the 2024 Playerโs Handbook, the 2024 Basic Rules, and all the books listed below. If a rule has been reprinted in a newer resource, you must always use the latest printing of that rule. โข Book of Many Things (BMT) โข Bigby Presents: Glory of Giants (BPGG) โข Fizbanโs Treasury of Dragons (FTD) โข Mordenkainen Presents: Monsters of the Multiverse (MPMM) โข Tashaโs Cauldron of Everything (TCE) โข Xanatharโs Guide to Everything (XGE) You may also use the rules found in the following digital publications, available on DMsGuild: โข Elemental Evil Playerโs Companion (EEPC) โข Locathah Rising (LR) Additionally, the following variant or optional rules are available: โข Chapter 6: Customization Options (2024 PH) โข Customizing Your Origin (TCE) โข Optional Class Features (TCE) โข Variant Human Traits (2024 PH) Dungeons of Drakkenheim Player's Guide: https://www.kingdomofmorrain.com/DoD/Dungeons-of-Drakkenheim-Players%20Guide.pdf
Current Party Level: 4th Current Party Makeup Bastian - Human Warlock (Great Old One Patreon) Neim 'The Hornet' Hemlock - Human Apothecary (Pathogenist Occult Practice) Dog - Lizardfolk Barbarian (Path of the Old Gods) Octavius Silverstring - Human Bard (College of Valor) Sivith - Tiefling Cleric (War Domain)
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You will need the following: - Fantasy Grounds Unity (at least a demo copy) - Discord - Proper Mic (headset preferred) - Character submitted prior to session 0 I do not live stream or record any sessions.
What BWatford brings to the table
- Custom maps and Fantasy Grounds extensions to enhance play. - Syrinscape for theme music and sound effects. - All software and books needed via Fantasy Grounds. - I will input any characters submitted by PDF into Fantasy Grounds and provide images and tokens if not submitted by the player.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Internet
Headphones
Microphone
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Safety
How BWatford creates a safe table
CONTENT WARNING "Dungeons of Drakkenheim" is set in a dark fantasy environment. Before embarking on this adventure, I encourage players to engage in an open dialogue about their boundaries and sensitivities with me. Here's what you might encounter: Violence, murder, blood, gore, cannibalism, and body horror: The campaign includes graphic depictions of combat, injury, and survival in extreme conditions. Degenerative mutations: Characters might suffer from physical changes and mental deterioration, leading to madness or insanity. Monsters and Creatures: Encounters with rats, spiders, insects, demons, the undead, ghosts, and other horrifying entities are frequent. Catastrophes and Conflict: Themes of natural disasters, large-scale death, civil war, along with stories of displaced persons and refugees, are woven into the narrative. Moral and Social Complexity: Expect scenarios involving moral ambiguity, social and political manipulation, religious zealotry, and military nationalism. Please note, the campaign does not include explicit references to sexuality, sexual assault, racial prejudice, systemic racism, homophobia, or transphobia. Any such references, should they occur, are unintended.
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