Abomination Vaults! Pathfinder 2e megadungeon! Beginners welcome

How to prepare

Please read the Abomination Vaults Player Guide before session 0. https://downloads.paizo.com/AbominationVaults_PlayersGuide.pdf A microphone connected to your computer is required. A webcamera is recommended, but I do not require it. We'll be using the websites Owlbear.rodeo, pathbuilder2e.com, and Discord. You can download Discord or use the web client, and you will need a discord account to play. Owlbear does not require an account but you do gain some features for the website if you do have one. I recommend paying for the upgraded pathbuilder2e experience, but paying is not required. I recommend purchasing a set of dice from a local game store or online, but they are not required.

What I provide

I own the physical and digital versions of the adventure and run them over the virtual tabletop Owlbear Rodeo. That means I have a map for you to navigate, pdfs and other documents you can use during the game, and tokens to represent you and the enemies on the map. Player-side content for pathfinder 2e is free, but for the best experience I recommend a paid pathbuilder 2 account for best access to the features of the character builder. I require characters be built in pathbuilder 2 and that they be connected to me using the 'connect to gm' feature so I may view them during the game (that part is free to players). Pathfinder 2 is perfect for tactical combat and I love to see players infuse their choices in combat with fitting roleplay. I try to stick to the rules of the game when they apply and allow for experimental use of your actions when there isn't a fitting rule to go with. I try to reward inventive strategy and don't expect you to build optimally, or even well. I'm not a professional voice actor, but I try to give each npc a unique sound to make it more engaging to interact with them all.

Gameplay details

Session 0 is primarily a place I use to facilitate the party's character lineup and to set expectations for the rest of the games going forward. I like to get to know my players a little before we dive into things and session 0 is the best way I've found to help me do that. The safety tools I use can be expressed either in text or voice. I try to keep the exact method of delivery up to each player so they can use what is most comfortable for them. Gameplay is handled via Owlbear Rodeo maps for combat. Handouts go over discord, as does voice, text and video during the game.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

How will character creation work

If you are a beginner, please book me so we can go through character creation process and basic rules before the game. I require characters be built in pathbuilder 2e. I don't use any homerules or alternate options for character creation. Remember: Ask me about any uncommon or rare option you want to take before getting married to it. The player guide for the adventure will give you a good idea of what I am likely to be okay with taking. Remember to make a character that wants to be here, and will want to adventure with the party. This adventure has you start at level 5, with normal starting wealth for that level.

Combat / Tactics

Medium

Roleplay

Medium

Puzzles

Medium

Experience level

Open to all