Courts of Hell: Hallow House
The Hallow House calls for the mysteries to be solved. Will you answer?
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Weekly / Monday - 9:00 PM UTC
Dec 15 / Session 28
Session Duration / 2.5–3 hours
3 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
A sentient chantry. A small town filled with Awakened secrets. A metaphysical realm bleeding into reality. Hallow House chooses who it shelters—and remembers what they owe as they draw in cabals to nurture those good for the world. The Courts of Hell are opening, potential drawing in attention, cults, and chaos. Welcome to Mage: the Ascension, where you step into a world where every choice ripples through the fabric of reality. Players will confront strange omens in the town, earn (or lose) the trust of Hallow House, and delve into the dangerous mystery of the Courts of Hell—a realm that tempts, judges, and transforms all who draw near. Expect magical politics, personal rivalries, uneasy alliances, and moments where belief alone can save—or damn—you. The lines between truth, power, and identity will blur. What are you willing to sacrifice to reshape the world? So, watch for the strange, leave nothing to draw the technocrats, and I will see you at the table.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
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Meet the Game Master
5.0
(166)
5 years on StartPlaying
1288 games hosted
Highly rated for: Teacher, Inclusive, Knows the Rules
About me
Hello, I am Matthew Pauze, and I have been a passionate Game Master since 1993. Throughout my years in the tabletop RPG and LARP communities, I have had the opportunity to run and participate in various systems. Currently, I reside in Canada with my family and partner. In 2019, with the rise of Covid-19, I shifted my focus to online platforms such as Discord and Roll20. I aim to introduce and highlight some of the lesser-known gems in the TTRPG community rather than just relying on popular systems like Dungeons and Dragons. In addition to my experience as a Game Master, I also have a strong passion for RPG design. I love exploring new and innovative ways to bring stories to life and create unique and memorable gaming experiences for my players. I am particularly interested in horror settings, as I find something extraordinary about creating an atmosphere of suspense and fear around the table. Another aspect of my work that I take great pride in is my ability to tailor my storytelling style to the needs and preferences of my player troupe. I understand that every group is unique and that I must adapt my approach to ensure everyone has a great time as a group. Whether adjusting the pace, adding more humor, or focusing on a particular story aspect, I always strive to create the ideal experience for my player's troupe. Please note that I do not generally offer my services for children's events. If I cannot accommodate a client, I will help get them in contact with someone who can. Note: Nazis, racists, sexists, transphobes, homophobes, and other bigots are explicitly prohibited from playing, reading, watching, or enjoying my games. In fact, I'd rather you avoided my games altogether. If you have to ask whether this statement is about you, it is.
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Creating your character
Characters will be made in session 0. Those signing up later will build in a mini session 0, or if time does not allow, pregens will be usable.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You must have internet access, a mic, and be able to use Discord and Foundry, which are free programs.
What Matthew brings to the table
A setup a foundry VTT open continuously.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
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Safety
How Matthew creates a safe table
Lines and veils are used.
Content warnings
Safety tools used