Lost Mines of Phandelver
Hired to escort a wagonload of supplies southeast of Neverwinter, our heroes seek a secret that has been hidden for generations...
About the adventure
This is the classic game module Lost Mines of Phandelver. It's a great introductory game for those just starting out in D&D, but it also has everything a seasoned player would want in an adventure! Join us as we explore Phandalin and the surrounding area, beginning with a simple job escorting a wagon from Neverwinter to the frontier town of Phandalin.
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
4 years on StartPlaying
28 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, World Builder
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Our games are personalized and backstory driven, with the characters written right into the main plotline of the story. This is collaborative storytelling at its heart, and as a GM there is nothing better than seeing the PCs take a concept and run with it on their own. What you'll get from me is over forty years of experience, a detailed world fleshed out with custom maps and relatable NPCs, and an over arching plotline that will take your character's wants and needs fully into account. The world will move around you as you adventure, bringing side quests and tangential stories right along with it.
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Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Inclusive
World Builder
It was not what I expected, but it was far more useful than if it had been. Harlen kinda takes the time to fill in the blanks about running a game that the books leave out. Not as many nuts and bolts and more finding the right questions to ask yourself in preparation to tell a story with this game.
Harlen is an amazing DM! Not only does he makes his players feel safe at his table, but he also a fantastic storyteller. He has an incredibly rich world that is complex and fun to explore. He is committed to make sure that all the players are having fun while being challenging by very creative fights and ennemies. And I also have to mention hid maps. His maps are completely bonkers - they are gorgeous, immersive and so easy to use. You are looking for your next dm? Harlen is your guy. He is going to make your dnd campaign next level.
Harlen let me in a group that plays on Thursday and I've never regretted it! He saw the campaign start to finish and my charecter fit in with the entire group and I'm definetly playing in the next one, it was great start to finish to see a charecter fully finish a campaign and end in such a fun way. His stories and lore always make me curious and want to explore it won't let me pick more than 3 tags but he's great with voices and telling stories and the maps he makes all by hand are amazing!
Character creation
Creating your character
We will create characters during session 0! This game is for 4-5 first level characters.
The first three players to join will get an early bird discount, reducing the cost to $5 per session! Join now :-)
What to expect
Preparing for the session
A roll20 account is necessary as it is the VTT we use. We use Discord for voice and video chat, so a headset/speakers and a mic will be required. I like to use video, personally, but a camera is not necessary to play in this game.
What Harlen brings to the table
We will be playing on roll20, and using Discord voice and video chat. I really love running this module, and am looking forward to seeing how the players take it and make it their own. I have run it a few times, now, and it has been different every time! I have a general rule of saying "yes" as often as possible in game, being a big proponent of chaos in all of my affairs, and I highly encourage role playing within the setting. Phandalin is fleshed out pretty well, and there is a lot to do in town if only you look for opportunities! Don't be afraid to explore! This game is a great jumping off point for beginners looking to get into the game. All player levels are welcome; in my experience, the more seasoned gamers have no qualms about helping out newbies, so feel free to jump right on in! There will be a session 0 to create characters and go over safety and the setting, as well, where questions can be addressed and the tone will be set. Generally, the games I run wind up being somewhat comical, incorporating plenty of silly moments and lighthearted laughter into the overarching storyline.
Homebrew rules
I have some homebrew rules around Critical Hit damage, and drinking potions is a bonus action.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Harlen creates a safe table
If, at any time, something makes you uncomfortable, just DM me and it will stop. I do not need a reason; you don't need to explain yourself. I will just make it stop.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
Additional tables
1 available
Weekly / Sunday – 10:00 PM UTC
Jul 27 / Session 6
3 / 6 Seats Filled