The Infernal Crucible
Pirate Borg | Campaign
About the adventure
A World on the Brink The Infernal Crucible offers a high-energy, tension-filled journey through a world teetering on the edge of catastrophe. Players will be drawn into a setting where every celebration feels like a last hurrah, and danger lurks behind every toast. Atmosphere of Dread and Revelry The world feels like it’s running out of time. Townsfolk gather around bonfires with drinks in hand—half in defiance of their fate, half in surrender to it. You’ll step into a place where hope and doom collide, and every night could be the last. Unforgettable Characters From eccentric scholars seeking your aid to wealthy patrons who fund your exploits (and get under your skin), you’ll cross paths with individuals whose motives are as layered as their stories. Some will test your patience, others your loyalty—but all will shape your journey. Secrets and Shadows Rumors spread faster than fire—whispers of ancient artifacts, hidden power, and cults working in the dark. The truth is tangled, and every lead pulls you deeper into the unknown. Who you trust, who you follow, and what you believe will guide your path forward. Perilous Expeditions The path ahead will push you beyond the safety of towns into treacherous lands, ancient ruins, and hostile territory. From fire-lit caverns to crumbling temples, you’ll face threats both seen and unseen—and not all dangers carry swords. Feasts, Risks, and Consequences Here, celebration and survival go hand in hand. Drink with the crowd, gain their favor—but beware the price. What you take in laughter may weaken you in battle. A Story That Reacts to You Your actions will ripple across the world. How the story unfolds depends on what you pursue, who you aid, and what risks you’re willing to take. The flames are rising. Will you stand against them—or be consumed?
For beginners or veterans.. I will use Forge-VTT to host all assets. YOU do NOT need Foundry for this. Communication through discord. Ahoy, brave souls who dare traverse the boundless seas of imagination! In this grand voyage of storytelling and camaraderie, let us all abide by this sacred code, ensuring our journey be fair, fun, and filled with wonder. 1. Respect the Crew Treat all players and the Game Master (GM) with kindness and respect. Harassment, discrimination, or any behavior that tarnishes the spirit of our voyage shall not be tolerated. 2. Honor the Story Engage earnestly with the narrative. Respect the GM's rulings and fellow players' moments in the spotlight. Collaborate to weave tales as rich as the ocean's depths. 3. Stay in Character Embrace your role with zeal, but never at the expense of others' enjoyment. When out of character, communicate clearly and respectfully. 4. Mind the Time Be punctual for sessions and mindful of time during gameplay. Our shared adventure is precious, like a fleeting breeze upon the waves. 5. Share the Spotlight Give every player their turn to shine, like stars guiding a ship through the night. Avoid hogging attention or interrupting others. 6. Keep the Table Safe Discuss boundaries before setting sail. Use tools like the X-card to ensure everyone feels comfortable navigating the murky waters of intense themes. 7. No Plundering Fun Avoid cheating, metagaming, or any action that undermines the game's integrity. Let the dice fall where they may. 8. Communicate Openly If a storm brews in your heart, speak openly with the GM or fellow players. Constructive feedback and clear communication ensure smooth sailing. 9. Care for the World Respect the game's setting, lore, and mechanics. Help the GM maintain the rich tapestry of the world, like mending sails after a tempest. 10. Bring the Spirit of Adventure Above all, come with an open mind, ready to explore, create, and revel in the wonders of our shared tales upon the high seas! Signed in salt and ink by all hands aboard, Let this code be our guiding star, from the calmest waters to the fiercest squalls.
4.9
(9)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
1 game hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Rule of Cool, Visual Aid
Game Master Reviews (9)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Rule of Cool
Visual Aid
RPG Mama
Played 1 sessions
Easy onboarding. Really welcoming. Great voices, animations, music, lighting and scene setting descriptions. Wonderful to play with! Very enjoyable!!!
rattldarkstar
just a fun person to play with
Reese “Kasin18” B
fun
The50thkiwi
Great DM, I have played in a few of his games, they are all good. Have not ever really had any problems that I could not just talk about at the table.
Ryan Fishburn
Great GM, patient and kind and knowledgeable. Helped facilitate a great game. Passionate about what he does.
Elix Y
Frog the Pirate is what you get when you mix a GM with a person who genuinely wants people to have fun and tell a great story. He puts in a lot of effort into his campaigns with story, NPCs, and most importantly, improvisation! If you want to do something, he probably has your back. I would recommend "The Inferno Crucible"—it's really good, with good character, and it's your classic adventure of a fellowship saving the world. He truly cares that you have the three golden characters: "FUN"
Additional details
How to prepare
Please, you will need a mic, webcam is optional. We will use forge-vtt so it is beneficial to go ahead and set yourself up there. https://forge-vtt.com/ I also host my games in discord, players will be asked to join a discord group
What I provide
Hosting via Forge-Vtt using Foundry for your the best game experiences around! Heavy rule of cool! If you RP it well, you may get in game rewards! Battlemaps: Thematic top-down maps for key encounters. Visual Props: Treasure maps, NPCs, and magical artifact images to enhance storytelling. Dynamic Roleplaying Opportunities Soundtrack: Storm ambiance, sea shanties, and battle drumbeats to heighten tension. Clear Victory Conditions
Gameplay details
Player Conduct for Nautical Tabletop RPG Adventures Ahoy, brave souls who dare traverse the boundless seas of imagination! In this grand voyage of storytelling and camaraderie, let us all abide by this sacred code, ensuring our journey be fair, fun, and filled with wonder. 1. Respect the Crew Treat all players and the Game Master (GM) with kindness and respect. Harassment, discrimination, or any behavior that tarnishes the spirit of our voyage shall not be tolerated. 2. Honor the Story Engage earnestly with the narrative. Respect the GM's rulings and fellow players' moments in the spotlight. Collaborate to weave tales as rich as the ocean's depths. 3. Stay in Character Embrace your role with zeal, but never at the expense of others' enjoyment. When out of character, communicate clearly and respectfully. 4. Mind the Time Be punctual for sessions and mindful of time during gameplay. Our shared adventure is precious, like a fleeting breeze upon the waves. 5. Share the Spotlight Give every player their turn to shine, like stars guiding a ship through the night. Avoid hogging attention or interrupting others. 6. Keep the Table Safe Discuss boundaries before setting sail. Use tools like the X-card to ensure everyone feels comfortable navigating the murky waters of intense themes. 7. No Plundering Fun Avoid cheating, metagaming, or any action that undermines the game's integrity. Let the dice fall where they may. 8. Communicate Openly If a storm brews in your heart, speak openly with the GM or fellow players. Constructive feedback and clear communication ensure smooth sailing. 9. Care for the World Respect the game's setting, lore, and mechanics. Help the GM maintain the rich tapestry of the world, like mending sails after a tempest. 10. Bring the Spirit of Adventure Above all, come with an open mind, ready to explore, create, and revel in the wonders of our shared tales upon the high seas! Signed in salt and ink by all hands aboard, Let this code be our guiding star, from the calmest waters to the fiercest squalls.
Content warnings
• Alcoholism
• Alcohol Use
• Animal Cruelty
• Animal Death
• Blood
• Cannibalism
• Character Death
• Cults
• Death
• Deep or Large Bodies of Water
• Devils / Demons / Fiends
• Drowning
• Drugs (addiction, use, withdrawal)
• Extreme Violence
• Forced Blood Draining
• Genocide
• Gore
• Guns
• Hostages
• Illness
• Insects
• Lifechanging Injury
• Language/Cursing
• Mass Death
• Medical Issues
• Memory Erasing
• Mental Illness
• Microaggressions
• Mind alteration
• Mind Control
• Murder
• Mutilation
• Mutilation of Corpses
• Nightmares about Traumatic Events
• Panic Attacks
• Paralyzation
• Scars
• Small Spaces (Claustrophobia)
• Snakes
• Spiders
• Suffocation
• Violence
• Torture
Safety tools used
• Open Door
• Session 0
• Stars and Wishes
How will character creation work
I generally like to handle onboarding players and characters ahead of the session to maximize our game time. I do not charge for this short session, it's just a meet and greet, roll up your character. (Pirate Borg uses a Randomized Character generation system, and you will only be allowed to pick your class.), get your username setup, etc. We are always playing session 0 day, but will spend some time covering expectations, comforts, house rules, etc. prior to starting gameplay.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Foundry VTT
• Discord
$25.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Tuesday - 11:00 PM UTC
2-4 Hour duration
0 / 8 Seats filled
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+