The Floating War | High Magic, Deep Roleplay | PHB 2024
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
The Isles of Dravendor float high above the Forgotten Realms, a world shattered by The Sundering and reborn as a realm of arcane wonders, skyborne cities, and ancient forces vying for control. Magic isn’t just a tool here—it’s a force of nature, shaping everything from the rise of empires to the monsters that lurk in the void. In The Floating War, you’ll navigate the politics of warring sky-nations, unearth long-lost secrets, and battle foes who won’t go down without a fight. This is a game where roleplay drives the story, combat is dangerous, and creativity wins battles. You’ll need more than just a strong sword arm—you’ll need wit, strategy, and the courage to take risks. This campaign is perfect for players who love deep storytelling, impactful choices, and tactical combat that rewards thinking outside the box. Whether you’re a seasoned veteran or new to high-stakes adventures, your actions will shape the future of the isles in a world that reacts to your choices. 🚀 Are you ready to take to the skies and carve your legend in the Floating War? Quick Info: ✅ Starting Level: 5 ✅ No Upper Level Cap ✅ PHB 2024 + All D&D Beyond Sources (Homebrew Considered Case-by-Case)
Game style
Rule of Cool (RoC)
“Rule of Cool” emphasizes creative story beats over sticking to a system’s rules as written. Players have the ability to push the limits of the rules or even break core rule mechanics at times if the Game Master thinks it is interesting, fun, or cool enough.
Roleplay Heavy
“Roleplay Heavy” games place the focus on the story, the characters, and the world they live within, and tend to lean hard into the various roleplaying elements of the game. These games will frequently find the party talking with NPCs, exploring the personal elements of their backstories, or even having emotional moments around the camp fire.
Looking for 4-6 players for a high-magic, roleplay-heavy campaign set in the Isles of Dravendor. Navigate warring sky-nations, uncover ancient secrets, and face tactical, high-stakes combat where creativity is key. Starting at level 5. Ideal players are those who enjoy deep roleplay, strategic thinking, and impactful choices. Official content from PHB 2024 and D&D Beyond accepted, with homebrew considered on a case-by-case basis. Ready to take to the skies? Join now!
5.0
(10)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
39 games hosted
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Creativity, Rule of Cool
Average response time: 7 hours
Response rate: 100%
Additional details
How to prepare
- Webcam (optional) - Mic (Required) - Laptop/PC (Required) - D&D Beyond Account (Required) - Be ready to discuss campaign tone, character backstories, and expectations in Session 0 - Familiarize yourself with basic D&D mechanics (combat, abilities, spells).
What I provide
- Virtual Tabletop (VTT): DnD Beyond Maps - D&D Beyond: Character sheets (with my content shared to you) - The Rule of Cool: if your idea is epic and fits the story, I’m all for it. - Music & Ambient Sound - Tactical combat - Roleplay Focus
Gameplay details
- Monte Cook RPG Checklist: I’ll send a link to the checklist before the game starts. - Session 0: This is where we’ll talk about expectations, boundaries, and anything that could potentially make the game uncomfortable. We'll also cover character creation here too and a mini encounter/role-play session to give you a taste how I run my games. - Open Door Policy: If at any point during the game you’re feeling uncomfortable, you can speak up (either out loud, or via dm to me direct) — whether it’s in the middle of a session or after. - Stars and Wishes: After each session, I’ll check in with the group using Stars and Wishes. We’ll go over what everyone enjoyed (the “stars”) and what they’d like to see more of or change (the “wishes”). This keeps the game evolving based on what works for you all.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Aftercare
• Breaks
• Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist
• Open Door
• Session 0
• Stars and Wishes
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
- When: Before or During Session 0 (on your own or with my support) - Stats: Point Buy - Starting Level: 5 - Where: D&D Beyond - Rules: any official D&D 5e books, 2024 PHB, Homebrew Allowed (case by case basis)
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• D&D Beyond Maps
• D&D Beyond
• Discord
$15.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Saturday - 1:00 PM UTC
3-4 Hour Duration
1 / 6 Seats Filled
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+