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Eye of the Night! Celestial Convergences! Danger!

Eye of the Night! Celestial Convergences! Danger!

Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign

About the adventure

Welcome to a world where magic is dangerous, the unknown lurks just around the corner, and every choice could be your last—or your greatest triumph. Come play in a thrilling mini-campaign perfect for both newcomers to tabletop roleplaying and seasoned veterans seeking a fresh, high-stakes experience. Built around fast-paced exploration, deadly encounters, and strange magic, this campaign is a wild ride from the first torchlit hallway to the final desperate stand against otherworldly forces. The adventure begins with mystery: strange celestial events in the sky, whispers of lost mines, and assassins targeting the heroes for reasons unknown. As the story unfolds, players will investigate abandoned ruins, uncover long-buried secrets, and confront a hidden threat tied to the very fabric of reality. Whether you’re a first-time adventurer learning the ropes or an old-school player looking for something brutal and unpredictable, DCC’s signature blend of danger, discovery, and dark humor hits the mark. What sets this campaign apart is its raw, unforgiving style—where dice rolls feel dramatic, treasure feels earned, and danger lurks in every corridor. You’ll explore cursed mines, ancient vaults, and realms beyond mortal understanding, all while dodging deadly traps, solving arcane puzzles, and dealing with NPCs who may help—or betray—you. The tone is pulp fantasy with a hint of weirdness, making every moment feel like it’s ripped from the pages of a lost sword & sorcery epic. This mini-campaign is perfect for short-term play, introducing new players to the excitement of D&D-style adventures without a long commitment, while giving veterans the gritty, high-impact dungeon crawling they love. You don’t need to know every rule to survive—but you’ll need guts, teamwork, and a little luck. So grab your dice, ready your spells, and step into the unknown. The stars are aligning—and something ancient is waking. This campaign can be run as a series, as one-shots or even as a Play-By-Post. If you see a listing that appeals yo you please sign up. If you don't see the type of game you're looking for in this campaign, please contact me and I can arrange the alternative play style for you or your group.

Game style

Dungeon Crawl

A “Dungeon Crawl” is a scenario where players navigate a dungeon or labyrinth-like environment for the entirety of the adventure. It emphasizes battling monsters, collecting loot, and avoiding traps to survive to the end!

Recruiting notes

This campaign can START ON 8 May or at a later date. You're Traveling to Fairweather to meet with the Druid Thistle. He supposedly has the Eye of the Night and you are hoping to view the upcoming celestial convergence through the lens. Perhaps he can be persuaded yet a black smudge of smoke on the horizon portends trouble. The commune has no enemies; yet, you wonder and begin to travel carefully as the colun of smoke grows larger and the buzzards begin to circle. Does it have anything to do with an impending astral convergence? And the rumored presence of the magical lens? Come and play a session as a one shot! Or stay in the campaign! This will be played on the second Thursday of every month starting with 8 May. If the players want, this campaign could be changed to a different week or even customized to bi-weekly or weekly.

Published Writer
Teacher/Educator
Game Designer

1 year on StartPlaying

181 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Sets the Mood, Knows the Rules

Average response time: 3 hours

Response rate: 100%

Additional details

How to prepare

The Theater of the Mind (audio portion of the adventure) will occur on Discord supplemented by images and battle maps as needed. You will need an account on Discord. Access to the dedicated server will be open prior to the game. Owlbear Rodeo may be used. No subscription is necessary. Characters will be made or provided on D&DBeyond. Pre-made characters are always available. Players will make characters during session zero; or, we can make one prior to the game session. A pre-made character can be provided. Some players also enjoy the background music and effects of Syrinscape. A free account is now required for you to log into the site. Once you have the free account, a pregame link will provide you the immersive sounds. While fun, the music and sounds are not required.

What I provide

Decades of Experience running a multitude of games and game systems both for fun and professionally as part of team building operations. Ready access to discuss the campaign, concerns and questions. I will be available through discord to answer questions. Players who need direct assistance can schedule a time to chat directly. Each layer will be provided with a direct and private means of communication. Access to relevant books and rules will be provided. Custom and Curated Battlemaps. Battle maps and tokens will be provided on Owlbear Rodeo. I will also provide maps and images as needed on Discord. NPCs with Motivations, Likes/Dislikes, Personalities, Quirks...no more cardboard standees. Tactical Combat with Roleplay. Official Digitally Produced Adventures by the publishers. Premade Characters for anyone who wants them.

Gameplay details

Safety tools and concerns will be reviewed before the session. A private discord channel will be provided to each player for discrete conversations about concerns and issues. Players can expect a fast paced combat and a rules light gaming experience.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

Aftercare

Breaks

Debriefing

Lines and Veils

Luxton Technique

Open Door

Session 0

Stars and Wishes

How will character creation work

You do not need to know anything about character creation, how the game works, or anything about the game. We will cover all of this together. We will all create characters together at our session zero, we will make sure we all know what each other would like to play and build a rounded party together. Pre-Made Characters are available.

Players can expect

Combat / Tactics

High

Roleplay

Medium

Puzzles

Low

Experience level

Open to all

Platforms used

Owlbear Rodeo

Discord

D&D Beyond

3 NEEDED TO START
$25.00

/ Session

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

Details

Weekly / Thursday - 7:00 AM UTC

2.5-3 Hour Duration

0 / 6 Seats Filled

Requirements

Experience required: Open to all

Age: All Ages

This game will begin once 3 players have joined