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Scions of Elemental Evil

Scions of Elemental Evil

Dungeons & Dragons 5e | One-Shot

About the adventure

The elven Queen Yolanda needs your help as the the Elder Elemental Eye's emissary, Vox, opens a portal for her vile master. However, Vox isn't alone as other cults of elemental evil join her cause, spreading the good queen's forces too thin to combat. Yolanda needs you to cut the threat off at the source. Scions of Elemental Evil is a level 4 dungeon delving one-shot for D&D 2024, paying homage to the classic Temple of Elemental Evil module.

Recruiting notes

--- New to StartPlaying.Games? Use a referral link to get $10 credit! --- https://startplaying.games/referral/cl8qjso751998109l3p1k0pl7w Please note, this one is mine. If you use a friend’s link, both of you get $10 credit.

5.0

(96)

2 years on StartPlaying

257 games hosted

Highly rated for: Teacher, Creativity, Knows the Rules

Average response time: 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

Game Master Reviews (96)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Teacher

Creativity

Knows the Rules

John avatar

John

New review

Played 1 sessions

Golvin was great with explaining the game and patient.

Z avatar

Z

New review

Played 1 sessions

Was a great first experience with Roll20 and a new player experience!

Krolan avatar

Krolan

New review

Played 1 sessions

Ran a great one shot with Golvin and he helped us get into the mechanics of aliens rpg. Would recommend for learning the mechanics of an rpg!

j zeng avatar

j zeng

New review

Played 4 sessions

I am writing to enthusiastically recommend Golvin as a Dungeon Master for Dungeons & Dragons. I have had the pleasure of playing in a 5-week-long campaign, and I can attest to his exceptional skills and dedication to creating an enjoyable and engaging gaming experience. Golvin possesses a deep and comprehensive understanding of the D&D ruleset. His knowledge allows for smooth gameplay, clear rulings, and a consistent, immersive experience. He is patient and always willing to explain rules or concepts to new players, ensuring everyone feels comfortable and included. This patience is particularly valuable for those less familiar with the game like myself, making him an ideal DM for introducing new players to the world of D&D. What truly sets Golvin apart is his ability to craft compelling narratives and dynamic worlds. He is a master of improvisation, seamlessly weaving player choices into the ongoing story, creating a sense of agency and investment. His descriptions are vivid, his NPC interactions are engaging, and his encounters are challenging and rewarding. Beyond his technical prowess, Golvin fosters a positive and inclusive atmosphere at the table. He prioritizes fun and ensures that every player has an opportunity to shine. He is adept at balancing combat, roleplaying, and exploration, catering to a diverse range of player preferences. Golvin consistently demonstrates the qualities of an exceptional Dungeon Master: knowledge, patience, creativity, and a genuine passion for the game. Any group would be fortunate to have him guiding their adventures. I wholeheartedly recommend Golvin to anyone seeking a memorable and enjoyable D&D experience

nehazel12 avatar

nehazel12

Played 1 sessions

Golvin was a great GM for my first official game! He was super patient, supportive and knowledgeable. He is quick to respond to messages and is thorough with his explanations. He makes any new player feel welcome. Thank you Golvin. :)

Femmy avatar

Femmy

Played 1 sessions

My first time here on StartPlaying, and I had a super fun time playing and learning CoC with Franc! He’s very knowledgeable and helpful, everything is organized and ready before the game, including rules and pregens, making it so easy for me to play. I love that he is very accommodating and patient to teach me everything about CoC. The session was very immersive and fun, and I definitely would love to participate in more games with him in the future. Thank you so much Franc!

Additional details

How to prepare

To participate in the game, you will need to: - Join the Roll20 game (accounts are free), - Join the Discord Server (accounts are free), - Have a serviceable microphone, - Have a headset or quiet space (i.e. no background noise please), - And an internet connection capable of running all the above simultaneously.

What I provide

I provide a quick paced module with - All relevant source books for your use - Handouts crafted to enhance your experience (and clarity) - 5 pre-made characters specific to this adventure, including roleplayer hooks for those interested - A decade running and teaching D&D among other TTRPGs

Gameplay details

As part of onboarding for the game, I send players my Line & Veils and ask for theirs in return. Which are then confirmed at the beginning of the session as part of a mini-session 0. During the game, if anything disturbs you, please tell me, leave an "X" in the chat, or privately message me. I will then remove the offending or skip past it. Likewise, if you feel the adventure is going in an unsavory direction but use an "N" instead. I will also check in if I notice anything is off.

Content warnings

• Cults

• Death

• Violence

Safety tools used

Lines and Veils

Open Door

Session 0

X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

Use one of 5 pre-made characters or create your own level 4 characters. If you decide to make your own, please follow the character creation guidelines below. Character must be completed before the start of the session, otherwise I'll ask you to use a pre-made. --- Character Creation Guidelines --- - Standard Array or Point Buy only. - D&D 2024 PHB only. GM's Note: I provide all content via Roll20* and D&D Beyond, whichever is more convenient for you. But I will need to see your rolls in Roll20, so you'll need to use Beyond20 if you go with D&D Beyond.

Players can expect

Combat / Tactics

High

Roleplay

Medium

Puzzles

Medium

Experience level

Beginner

Platforms used

Roll20

Discord

2 NEEDED TO START
$17.50

/ Session

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

Details

Once / Saturday - 7:00 PM UTC

Mar 29

2-3 Hour duration

0 / 5 Seats filled

Requirements

Experience required: Beginner

Age: All Ages

This game will begin once 2 players have joined