The Maelstrom's Reign - Sailing the Endless Sea, Wild and Free!
A storm-wracked sea hides sunken empires, cursed islands, and secrets that should have stayed drowned—will you chart your fortune, or vanish beneath t
About the adventure
The Endless Sea is in turmoil. The Maelstrom, an eternal storm that births and consumes islands, grows more violent, threatening the balance of power among the five great nations, the Wayfarers, and the free pirate fleets. But deeper forces stir—the cults of Elemental Evil, guided by a sunken power buried beneath the waves, seek to shape the seas into their own nightmarish domains. As factions race to exploit, control, or destroy the Maelstrom, the adventurers—pirates, adventurers, or mercenaries with the fate of the seas in their hands—find themselves caught in a web of alliances, betrayals, and supernatural forces. From raiding lost vaults of the deep to battling skyborne raiders and ghost ships, the party must forge their legend, gather allies, and unravel the mystery of the storm’s true origin—before the sea itself is reshaped in fire and ruin.
Game themes
$23.00
/ Session
Details
Bi-weekly / Saturday – 6:00 PM UTC
Aug 2 / Session 10
3–4 Hour Duration
5 / 6 Seats Filled
GAME MASTER
Pax
he/him
5.0
(30)
Schedule
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
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Meet the Game Master
5.0
(30)
1 year on StartPlaying
256 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Knows the Rules, Inclusive
Average response time: 4 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
I have a deep love for taking established modules and tweaking them to create smoother gameplay, give characters more meaningful connections to the story, and expand on content to make the narrative feel dynamic and impactful. If you're looking for a reliable GM with a strong understanding of the rules, experience handling large groups, and a passion for teaching new players, you’re in the right place! Let’s create something epic together.
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Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Knows the Rules
Inclusive
Xavier
Played 191 sessions
Great DM, knows the rules, allows players to try things out, includes everybody in every scenes. Offers a welcoming environment, so if you are a non-native english speaker like me, or a new players (or both and anything else), you won't feel judged at all, which is very cool. He has a good mic, sounds clear and he is easy to understand, which is a big plus to me.
Noblecoilz
Played 74 sessions
I don't leave reviews often, but as a frequent flyer of Pax's games, it would be silly not to. I started with one of Pax's one shots and loved the way he ran the game. He had an understanding of the rules but enough flexibility to work with players' decisions and choices that matched the vibe of the scene and setting. I was lucky enough to be able to jump into a few more games and eventually campaigns run by him, where I met other community members that I was able to bond with over the hobby. Pax isn't just a great DM and a creator of a great community space, but a great person overall. I would happily recommend others to join in on a Pax run game, and I hope we would get to play together soon!
Lightning
Played 66 sessions
Cody is a skilled Dungeon Master who brings creativity and adaptability to each session. Their dedication to storytelling and player engagement make for enjoyable adventures every time. Would definitely recommend!
Randall
Played 55 sessions
Cody is a great DM who really listens to his players. He knows the rules very well and knows when to bend them. Great story telling and voices. Can be funny and dark. Visual maps really help with combat.
TheBigFluff1
Played 41 sessions
Awesome GM. SUPER GOOD for new players or those that aren't totally familiar with systems. Highly recommend. Always have a great time
Tom
Played 38 sessions
Pax is amazing! I’ve been playing in a few of his games now and the one common theme that I have found with each one, is everyone is laughing and having a great time! It takes skill to entertain that many people and Pax seems to do it with ease. He patient with anyone who is not as familiar with the game and always rules in the favor of fun and cool which is honestly why we are all here. If you want to find a DM that will assure you have a great time and a D&D family that is welcoming, look no further, you’ve come to the right spot!
Character creation
Creating your character
Characters will begin at level 3 and will be made during session 0. If you'd like to make your character before the session, you're more than welcome to. You may roll for stats using rules listed in the discord server, or use either point buy or the standard array. All official books are allowed with third party or partnered content approved on a case-by-case basis. Characters using the 2014 ruleset receive a bonus feat at level 1 as part of their background, unless the background awards a feat or additional spells already. In addition to your starting gear, you begin play with a potion of healing. If you have any questions or need help, I'll be available through discord prior to the session.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Players will need to have a Discord account, a D&D Beyond account, and a working microphone. If you'd like to use a webcam you're more than welcome to, but it is not required. Your character must be complete before the session starts.
What Pax brings to the table
I will be bringing my DND Beyond library, custom maps, encounters, and handouts. I am no voice actor, but I do my best to give NPCs unique voices and mannerisms.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Pax creates a safe table
We will primarily be using the 2024 ruleset, but legacy content will be available if it hasn't been updated. During session 0, we will go over safety tools, campaign content, character ideas, backstories, and party connections.
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