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šŸ”„ The Scorpionā€™s Sting: Learn-to-Play Fabula Ultima šŸ”„

šŸ”„ The Scorpionā€™s Sting: Learn-to-Play Fabula Ultima šŸ”„

Fabula Ultima | One-Shot

About the adventure

šŸ”„ Tales from the Burning Sea: A Fabula Ultima Learn-to-Play Series šŸ”„ Ready to test your mettle in the burning sands of Kalizar? Tales from the Burning Sea is a series of brutal, beginner-friendly Fabula Ultima one-shots where you will navigate the treacherous landscape of ruthless warlords, shifting alliances, and the oppressive rule of the Djinn. In this land of blood and betrayal, survival is a fleeting luxury, and every decision could be your last. Will you seize your fate, or be swallowed by the sands? What to Expect āš”ļø Beginner-Friendly ā€“ New to Fabula Ultima? These one-shots introduce you to the gameā€™s narrative-driven mechanics with quick character creation, engaging roleplay, and high-stakes decisions. šŸŽ­ Roleplay & Tough Decisions ā€“ Loyalty is fleeting, alliances shift, and survival is far from guaranteed. Will you fight for the greater good, or will your ambition and greed lead you down darker paths? šŸ’€ Epic & Dangerous World ā€“ The ancient conflict between warring factions and the enigmatic Djinn threatens to consume all. Your actions will determine whether you stand as a hero, a villain, or something in between. šŸ”„ One-Shots, No Strings Attached ā€“ Each session is standalone, perfect for drop-in players. But return, and the decisions you make may reshape your future. The One-Shots šŸ’° The Price of a Name ā€“ It was supposed to be a simple smuggling job. But their cargo? Fugitivesā€”nobles, scholars, and revolutionaries marked for death. Every faction in Kalizar wants them dead, and now the players are caught in the crossfire. Themes: Duty vs. survival, the weight of reputation, political intrigue, moral compromise šŸ¦‚ The Scorpionā€™s Sting ā€“ Hired by a powerful merchant lord, your band of assassins is tasked with eliminating a notorious resistance leaderā€”a supposed terrorist threatening the regionā€™s stability. But as blades are drawn and shadows whisper, you uncover a truth far murkier than your contract implied. Was the target truly a monster, or have you been sent to silence a hero? Themes: Assassination, ideological conflict, moral ambiguity. What Youā€™ll Love About This Series šŸ’£ Fast-Paced & Narrative-Driven ā€“ Dynamic combat, compelling roleplay, and choices that have a real impact on the world around you. šŸ‘ļø No Easy Choices ā€“ Every decision has weight, and the consequences can be brutal. šŸŒ Grim Fantasy Adventure ā€“ If you enjoy a world on the brink of collapse, filled with dark magic, shifting loyalties, and epic struggles, youā€™ll find yourself at home in Tales from the Burning Sea. ā³ Duration: 3-4 hours per session šŸŽ² All materials providedā€”just bring your creativity, your courage, and a thirst for adventure. Sign up now today!

5.0

(13)

2 years on StartPlaying

5 games hosted

Highly rated for: Teacher, Inclusive, Creativity

Average response time: Under 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

Additional details

How to prepare

You will need a webcam and microphone. I will provide you with a Zoom call link on our Discord server shortly before our scheduled time.

What I provide

I will provide the adventure and all materials including pregen characters.

Gameplay details

This is a grimdark/dark fantasy setting. If you have specific triggers, please let me know before the game.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

ā€¢ Breaks

ā€¢ X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

Pregen characters will be available.

Players can expect

Combat / Tactics

High

Roleplay

High

Puzzles

Low

Experience level

Open to all

Platforms used

ā€¢ Foundry VTT

ā€¢ Zoom

ā€¢ Discord

3 NEEDED TO START
$8.00

/ Session

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

Details

Once / Sunday - 7:00 PM UTC

Jun 1

2-3 Hour duration

0 / 5 Seats filled

Requirements

Experience required: Open to all

Age: 18+

This game will begin once 3 players have joined