Obojima: Secrets Beneath the Tide | A Modern 5e Adventure
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
Step into the enchanted world of Obojima, a misty island where the line between myth and reality has all but vanished. Magic weaves through daily life like threads of wind in tall grass—subtle, constant, and deeply personal. Spirits dwell in forest groves, ancient beasts slumber beneath rice paddies, and even household items can awaken with personalities all their own. Here, casting a spell is no stranger than cooking a meal, and forgotten stories can be just as powerful as any sword. In this campaign, you and your party will uncover hidden shrines, unravel spirit-bound mysteries, and interact with a world shaped by folklore, intentions, and the quiet power of tradition. Whether you're negotiating peace between bickering kami, helping a village plagued by mischievous yokai, or discovering why the stars no longer speak to the sea, your choices will ripple through the balance of the natural and the supernatural alike. Obojima rewards curious minds and creative hearts. This is a game for players who enjoy clever problem-solving, meaningful roleplay, and the gentle chaos of magic that doesn’t always behave the way it’s supposed to. You’ll find beauty in the small details, danger in the forgotten corners, and magic in the mundane. Whether you're new to 5e or a veteran player looking for something refreshingly different, Obojima offers a unique blend of cozy fantasy, folkloric mystery, and heartfelt storytelling. The island is waiting—are you ready to listen to its stories?
5.0
(52)
1 year on StartPlaying
187 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Inclusive
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
Game Master Reviews (52)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Teacher
Inclusive
Taylor Bates
New review
Played 1 sessions
Phoenix is wonderful! The intro to D&D game wan't overwhelming and he introduced the basics in a way that was easy to understand. We had so much fun, even adopting a team mascot! If you are looking to learn, Phoenix is a great DM to get started with!
Bryan
New review
Played 1 sessions
Had a blast it met my goal of learning and understanding.
Larry
New review
Played 1 sessions
Joe is a great story teller! His imagination and character development made this one shot a lot of fun I look forward to adventuring with Joe again!
Ryan OConnor
New review
Played 1 sessions
Phoenix (Joe) is a dope GM, bar none. They make playing the game a breeze and get you up and running in no time. More importantly, they roll with the punches and know how to show all the players a good time. And really, isn't that all you need from a good GM?
Timothy
Played 7 sessions
one of the best Game masters I have played with in a while
WickerGames
Played 1 sessions
Joe is awesome! I’ve had the privilege of being on both sides of the table for their games and I’m constantly impressed by their creativity.
Additional details
How to prepare
Players should have the following: - access to a webcam/mic - a dndbyond account (for building characters and accessing the campaign and map/VTT) - a discord account (for playing the game) - dice (virtual or physical)
What I provide
I will provide the dndbeyond campaign which has content sharing available so anything I own you can have access to as well, a discord server where we will play the game. I have a music bot in the server that will provide some nice background music and the occasional sound effect. I am a big believer and practitioner of the Rule of Cool and the "yes and" philosophy. Players can expect a rules light, roleplay heavy experience that focus on telling a good story.
Gameplay details
A list of what safety tools I use can be found in my discord server, and we will go over them at the begin of the session, as well as having a brief session 0 at the start of the session
Content warnings
• Drowning
• Character Death
• Deep or Large Bodies of Water
• Drugs (addiction, use, withdrawal)
• Alcohol Use
• Language/Cursing
• Trauma
Safety tools used
• Lines and Veils
• Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist
• Open Door
• Session 0
• Stars and Wishes
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
Your characters will start at level 1, you can make a character before Session 0 if you like but character creation will be handled in session 0. that way I am there if you need help. I will also help tailor your character to the campaign and setting.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Intermediate
Platforms used
• D&D Beyond
• D&D Beyond Maps
• Discord
$21.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Friday - 9:00 PM UTC
2-3 Hour Duration
0 / 6 Seats Filled
Requirements
Experience required: Intermediate
Age: 18+