Beat 'Em Up Time! Fists of the Ruby Phoenix | ♾️🏳️🌈 GM
Pathfinder 2e | Campaign
About the adventure
You have been chosen... To FIGHT. In the upcoming weeks, you will be tested. Your martial prowess, mental fortitude, and teamwork skills will all be assessed - as will your entertainment value. 💪Face the world's greatest fighters 🤼Team up and take down your rivals 🥇Win the magic item of your dreams The Ruby Phoenix Tournament is finally here! A sorcerer of mythical power has invited you to her home city, where you will compete for the right to one of her greatest treasures. But first, a battle royale! You must join diverse groups on a deadly island in a prequalifier - from which only a few teams will emerge. Should you survive, you will venture to the continent's richest city, meet its empress, and entertain the people with your battles. But something lurks in the wings. The Ruby Phoenix has returned, and so have her enemies... Will you find the villains seeking to not just upend the tournament, but to destroy countless lives? ✨All my games are inclusive, and bigotry will not be tolerated. ✨Character creation advice will be available for those who want it, but please bear in mind this is not a beginner-oriented game! ✨Pathfinder Society Chronicles can be given out.
Seeking experienced combatants for the tournament of a lifetime! Weekly play, expect fights and roleplay. Questions? Feel free to message me : ) I am on Euro time.
5.0
(25)
2 years on StartPlaying
301 games hosted
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Creativity, Teacher
Average response time: 5 hours
Response rate: 100%
Game Master Reviews (25)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Inclusive
Creativity
Teacher
Ben
Played 21 sessions
Jay was a phenomenal GM for our Kingmaker campaign! Their storytelling was dynamic and immersive, bringing the sprawling world of the Stolen Lands to life at every turn. Jay struck the perfect balance between challenge and collaboration, making every encounter feel meaningful and rewarding. They also ensured an inclusive table where everyone felt welcomed and heard, which elevated the entire experience. If you’re seeking a captivating adventure led by a thoughtful and skilled GM, I highly recommend playing under Jay’s guidance.
Theodore
Played 38 sessions
Jay is a great GM. They strike the right balance between letting the players get away with cool things and putting their foot down, I feel. Our campaign is going at a fairly fast pace, but I never feel like we are being rushed. Overall, I would recommend.
James
Played 4 sessions
Jay is an awesome gamemaster whose mastery of the system and vtt tabletop medium allows them to provide a smooth and immersive experience. They provide a safe place to let players play the way they want. The onboarding to integration to the current story and party was seamless and Jay was responsive throughout. Their NPCs are thought out and feels real to the world. The overall pace of play and story was great. Combat felt sufficiently challenging and lore was dispensed naturally. If you want a great gm that provides a great experience while kindly welcoming you, Jay would be a perfect fit.
Vinny
Played 24 sessions
Had a phenomenal experience gaming under Jay's direction. They wholeheartedly embraced my creative pursuits, letting unique characters like an Anubian Mummy Exemplar shine. What truly set the sessions apart were the captivating audio and the seamless use of the Kingmaker maps. Jay ensured every session was immersive and memorable. I’m genuinely excited about what future adventures with them will bring. Highly recommend it for those looking to experience a well-facilitated Kingmaker journey!
Ariphaos
A laid back, inclusive GM whose sessions are friendly and fun. Jay is very calm and patient with people, and has tolerated quite a lot of my antics with characters.
Niki
Played 3 sessions
Maps made with Dungeondraft, smooth running of combat, good music selection for encounters, patient and inclusive, and also very open-minded to homebrew tweaks and playtest content which I appreciated a bunch. Really helped me complete a comprehensive playtest of the Animist for PF2E with a good amount of experience. I also really appreciated that they were willing to adjust the seat count for me! Game was a great time! I'd particularly recommend Jay to beginners as their style fits really well with making learning easy and fun.
Additional details
How to prepare
You will need a mic and a computer with a web browser, such as Google Chrome or Firefox. You will also need accounts with Discord and the Forge (free level is fine). I can send you links to all of these. Not sure if your computer can handle Foundry? Try the demo here in your browser: https://foundryvtt.com/demo I am happy to use video, but you are not obliged to. If you do wish to use video, you will need some kind of webcam. You are highly encouraged to know the Pathfinder 2e rules. Please bring one or more level 11 character concepts, which we will input into Foundry in our session 0.
What I provide
I will provide Foundry virtual tabletop with music, remade maps, and virtual dice. I will also provide lots of enthusiasm! We will be using my Discord server with private channels for the game. Regarding rule adherence: I stick to the rules in combat, but allow cool things that are not game-breaking. Outside of combat things flow a bit more freely, and I love creative solutions! I have run multiple Adventure Paths to completion, including this one, and am open to adjusting or sticking to the story as the party prefers. I am also experienced at running high-level campaigns.
Gameplay details
Our first meeting will be a session 0. We will discuss safety tools, session length and campaign expectations, and any character set-up that needs doing - we may also run a 'non-canon' test combat if we have time. Safety tools: all lines and veils (ie things you don't want in the game) should be sent to me, and I will anonymise them and ensure the group is aware of where not to tread. We will also have an anonymous X-card button available, and the N- and O-cards can be typed into chat or my DMs at any point. The content warnings include the most significant 'warning-worthy' topics in the campaign. If there are other content warnings you need to know about, please let me know and we can discuss how to make you most comfortable. I am also happy to work with players to remove triggering content from the plot, as your fun and comfort is what's most important.
Content warnings
• Animal Death
• Character Death
• Fire
• Violence
• Spiders
• Mass Death
Safety tools used
• Breaks
• Lines and Veils
• Session 0
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
You should have a character idea ready for our first meeting. A chosen level 11 character must be input into Foundry VTT by the end of session 0 (I will help with this!). Players who join later will make characters at the same level as the rest of the party. Rare and uncommon character aspects are theoretically subject to GM approval (but I will probably say yes). We will use the standard 'Boosts & Flaws' method of stat generation (listed here: https://2e.aonprd.com/Rules.aspx?ID=2027&NoRedirect=1). You are welcome to use Pathbuilder to design your character. Please check out the Player's Guide for information on appropriate characters: https://paizo.com/community/blog/v5748dyo6shmo?Introducing-the-Fists-of-the-Ruby-Phoenix
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
High
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Intermediate
Platforms used
• Foundry VTT
• Discord
More upcoming games
$25.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Friday - 6:30 PM UTC
3-3.5 Hour duration
1 / 5 Seats filled
Requirements
Experience required: Intermediate
Age: 18+