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[PbP Solo] Play As Scoundrels in a Haunted, Broken C.19 London
In the demon-lit streets of Doskvol, power is stolen, not given. Every job you take bleeds the city. Maybe your soul, too.
About the adventure
Note: This is an Asynchronous Play-by-Post game—no live sessions. You’ll participate by posting in Discord at your own pace (1–2 posts per day recommended). Doskvol is merciless. The weak never last here. Only monsters remain. Those with status squeeze every coin from the destitute. Vengeful spirits crave the warmth of the living. Demons whisper to the lost, seeking what was stolen from them. The only light in this eternal night comes from streetlamps powered by demon blood. The only way left to live is to do whatever it takes, hidden in the shadows. Blades in the Dark is a game about a crew of daring scoundrels trying to carve out one more day where they feel alive. To escape their predicament, they’ll plan heists, forge alliances, and navigate bloody betrayals. The cake’s already been sliced. Whatever you take, someone else goes hungry. There are no clean victories. Every score costs. When the stakes rise with your ambitions, the dice shape the outcome. But the consequences, the shape of things to come, flow from your choices. Every kill, every stolen item, every broken trust ripples outward. Power shifts. Factions move. Ghosts remember. Players who love flawed characters, high stakes, and messy consequences will feel right at home. If you enjoy drama, tragedy, and choices that twist your expectations, this is your sandbox. Shape the crew’s path—found a religion, topple a noble house, or just rob ghost-plagued convoys beneath the dead moon. 🗂️ Want to know how I run games? Check out my GM Portfolio — it’s got example scenes, tools I use, and what past scoundrels say about the ride. https://www.notion.so/MaxSoulGMz-s-Portfolio-21d77900be6f80678797c6989726bde0?source=copy_link If you’re ready to get your hands dirty, steal from the corrupt, and reshape Doskvol one score at a time—this crew needs you.
Game style
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Theater of the Mind
Roleplay Heavy
Play By Post
Sandbox / Open World
$30.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Saturday – 9:45 PM UTC
Session Duration / 4–5 hours
0 / 1 Seats Filled
GAME MASTER
MaxSoulGMz
he/they
5.0
(22)
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
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Meet the Game Master
5.0
(22)
1 year on StartPlaying
83 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Knows the Rules
About me
Hello, I'm MaxSoulGMz, aka Brian. I've been coordinating games, especially asynchronous play-by-post, for over five years, running many storygames from Blades in the Dark to Grimwild, with a focus on cinematic, character-first and character-driven campaigns. Let's connect, build friendships, and learn from each other! Exhibit your creativity and retain absolute player agency. Expect a collaborative, emotionally rich table where meaningful choices pave the story. Transparent metachannels so everyone’s expectations—including mine—are understood and respected. Your feedback will always be heard. I thrive on being adaptive and committed to growth, both as a GM and as someone who values strong, lasting connections in and out of the game. 🧭 Want a peek at how you will play? Check out my portfolio for scene examples, testimonials, tools we'll use, and system breakdowns: 👉 MaxSoulGMz’s Portfolio: https://www.notion.so/MaxSoulGMz-s-Portfolio-21d77900be6f80678797c6989726bde0?source=copy_link If you love deep character arcs, cooperative storytelling, and a drama-rich narrative pace, you’ll feel right at home.
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Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Teacher
Knows the Rules
Orlok
Played 22 sessions
Amazing job allowing the unexpected to happen! Tons of fun!
Darren
Played 22 sessions
Great to help you understand the gaming system.
Doug the Aussie
Played 9 sessions
5/5 playing in his fallout game and let me tell you it is a blast!!!!!! So much fun and really puts in the effort. Most PbP gm post once or twice a day if your lucky but Max has matched the energy of the party and kept up with our wild posting.
Jabril Collins
Played 9 sessions
Great GM, fun atmosphere and great stories and worldbuilding. 100% recommend.
BristerXD
Played 7 sessions
An absolute joy to play with. He’s well versed in the rules, flexible in their execution, and is very well organized. My first ever play by post gm and I couldn’t have asked for a better one. He’s a wonderful.
Xillias
Played 2 sessions
From the start Max here was great. Open to discussing in all the detail needed as well as moving past that which you don't really care about. He is great at teaching the rules and puts forth the effort to deliver what he promises. Certainly recommend him!
Character creation
Creating your character
We’ll build your scoundrel before Session 1. I’ll be on Discord for questions or feedback as you go. We use the Core Rulebook (materials provided after sign-up). You'll help shape Doskvol, its factions, allies and enemies. Your character should be flawed, hungry and ready to make hard choices. Power, revenge, redemption, make whatever drives them personal. We’ll use Lines & Veils to ensure the space stays safe for everyone. Full character & tone guide available after sign-up.
This is an Asynchronous Play-by-Post campaign hosted on Discord. Expect a minimum of 2 narrative posts per day, with additional posts when the story demands it. I’m available from 7:00 AM to 11:59 PM GMT+8, and I aim to keep the story moving without pressuring your pace. Incentives for long-term play: After 2+ sessions, you're eligible for a registered PDF copy of Blades in the Dark. After 4+ sessions, you may also request a PDF of the Deep Cuts supplement. If you’re looking for a GM who’s committed, responsive, and values collaborative storytelling, you’re in the right place. Let's build something unforgettable together.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You'll need a Discord account to join the game. StartPlaying will send the invite after you sign up. All play happens there. A Google account is also required to access character sheets and shared resources via Google Drive. We use “Roll’em” or “Mox” bots for dice rolls. Guides are pinned in the #bot-spam channel. Reading the full rulebook is optional, but a skim of your playbook and crew sheet helps. Before Session 0, make sure you: ✅ Joined the Discord server ✅ Filled out the Lines & Veils form ✅ Started your character—or pinged me for help ✅ Read the Blades in the Dark Onboarding Guide
What MaxSoulGMz brings to the table
I provide the Core Blades in the Dark rulebook, a detailed onboarding guide, and a shared Google Drive packed with tools to support your play. Cheat sheets, character generators, and a character keeper to track your scoundrels. The Discord server is fully set up for asynchronous play-by-post, complete with Mox and Roll’em bots. This is an emotion-forward, character-first campaign. You’ll play your scoundrel exactly how you envision them. High stakes bring hard consequences, and that makes every win hit harder. Introspective beats give your story weight. I’ll be on hand for feedback and support throughout, keeping the table safe, collaborative, and focused. Your choices will reshape the city. There won't be another Doskvol like this one.
Equipment needed to play
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Safety
How MaxSoulGMz creates a safe table
Lines and Veils are tracked on a shared editable Google Sheet. It must be filled out before Session 1. You are free to update anytime. Just ping me if you do. During Session 0, we'll go over safety tools, shared expectations, tone, and anything else the table wants to raise. If there are concerns later, we adapt. Player requests are always respected. I will check in via DM if you go quiet unexpectedly. If you need a break, take it. No judgment.
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Additional tables
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Aug 24 / Session 3
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