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2024 Grimdark🧭Dungeons of Drakkenheim 🔮 Lvl 4-13 🌀 RP Heavy!
A city cursed by falling stars. Mutants, madness, and political intrigue await. Will you claim power from the ruins—or be consumed by them?
$25.00
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Details
Bi-weekly / Thursday - 6:00 PM UTC
Dec 18 / Session 10
Session Duration / 3–3.5 hours
5 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
The once-mighty city of Drakkenheim is no more. Where grand towers once stood, only shattered ruins remain, cloaked in an eerie violet mist that twists reality itself. The falling star that crashed into the heart of the city left more than destruction—it brought corruption, eldritch horrors, and a creeping madness that seeps into the bones of those who dare to tread too close. Few who venture into Drakkenheim return unscathed, and those who do whisper of nightmares given form, of the strange crystalline substance known as Delirium, and of the dark forces vying for power within the ruins. This campaign is a tale of grim exploration, eldritch horror, and desperate survival. It is perfect for players who enjoy dark fantasy, political intrigue, and the tension of navigating a world where trust is fragile, and every choice carries weight. As adventurers, you are not heroes marching toward certain victory—you are scavengers, mercenaries, and seekers of forbidden knowledge, drawn into a city that wants nothing more than to consume you. Will you uncover the truth of Drakkenheim’s fall, or will you be just another lost soul swallowed by the mist? Expect a game filled with mystery, dangerous faction rivalries, and the ever-present temptation of Delirium’s power. The city will push you to your limits, forcing you to decide whether to resist its corruption or harness it for your own ends. The choices you make will shape the fate of Drakkenheim—and perhaps even the world beyond its ruined walls. Are you ready to step into the mist?
Game style
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Roleplay Heavy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
1 year on StartPlaying
345 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Teacher
Average response time: 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hi, I'm Kass! I've been a dedicated writer, actor, and storyteller for years, and I've channeled that passion into my work as a Dungeon Master. I love running games that create immersive, narrative-driven experiences that engage players on a deeper level. My ability to blend rich storytelling with engaging, homebrewed elements make each session feel unique and tailored to YOU! Whether you're exploring a frozen wasteland, unraveling the mysteries of an ancient civilization, or navigating tense political intrigue, I ensure every game is an adventure that players will remember. My games are designed to encourage collaboration, character development, and those epic, cinematic moments that bring a table to life. I'm here to help you create stories you will talk about for years to come!
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Creating your character
Character will begin at level one Characters can be made with 2014 OR 2024 rules. Standard array or Point Buy All official and partnered content is allowed! Homebrew species may be allowed upon DM approval.
Party is Currently Level 4 and just survived their second trek into the city! This adventure is just getting started!! Come tell your story today! Current Party Comp: Tiefling Warlock Elf Arcane Trickster Rogue Astral Elf Sorcerer/ Hexblade Warlock Tiefling Artificer/Cleric YOU?!?! 🧭 Your Character, Your Story Every player chooses a personal quest that drives their journey—whether it’s reclaiming a lost heirloom, curing a loved one, or ascending to power. Your goal matters, and the city will challenge it. ⚖️ Difficult Choices with Real Consequences Who will you trust? What will you sacrifice? Faction alliances, moral decisions, and even survival tactics shape the world—and your character’s future within it. 🕯️ A Gritty, Dangerous Sandbox You decide where to go, how deep to delve, and what risks to take. Exploration is open-ended, and survival isn’t guaranteed. But the deeper you go, the greater the rewards—and the darker the truths.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You will need to have/bring: 🎤 A Microphone and Discord Downloaded 🎲 A DNDBeyond and a Roll20 account (They're both free) 🗡️ Beyond20 Browser extension for Firefox or Chrome (Not necessary but allows you to roll from DNDBeyond!) 🙋 Your character, if you've decided to make it in advance 📸 A Webcam (If you would like to use video, but this isn't required) 😊 A Positive Attitude and a Smile!
What Kass | The Paradox DM brings to the table
Roll20 maps: Colorful maps with Dynamic Lighting to really set the scene. Tokens: NPC's and Players get unique tokens to represent themselves. Music: Ambient music and combat tracks to help set the mood and try and get you in your character's head! Content on D&D Beyond: Freedom to choose the subclass and features you want with content sharing from my Library containing hundreds of $$$ of D&D content! Access to an exclusive discord community of like-minded TTRPG-loving people with an unmatched love for this form of Storytelling! Unique Storylines: Every table and game is completely unique and YOURS! No game of mine ever runs the same way twice. Positive, Safe & Inclusive Atmosphere: I love sharing my passion for this game and making sure everyone at the table feels included and seen. I am a Rules meets Cool DM. I am almost always happy to allow a good idea at the table, and will reward quick thinking and roleplay decisions. We will default to Rules as Written in cases of disagreement, but I am more concerned about the narrative aspect of your story and will push to give you those whenever possible!
Homebrew rules
Potions as Actions: Drinking a healing potion only requires a bonus action. However, if you use a full action you do not need to roll for the points, instead taking the full healing. Same rules apply for feeding someone else a potion. Death Saves in Secret: Death saves will be rolled secretly by the DM, adding suspense and urgency to character death. Flanking: Flanking an enemy grants a +2 to melee attack rolls instead of advantage. Spell Scrolls: Spell scrolls can be used regardless of class (including non-spellcasters); however to activate a scroll a character must use their action to make an Intelligence (Arcana) check; the DC is equal to 10 + spell level. On a success, the character activates the scroll and casts the spell; on a failure, the scroll crumbles to dust and becomes unusable.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Kass | The Paradox DM creates a safe table
When it comes to player safety and comfort nothing is more important, pre-session every player will fill out an RPG Consent Checklist which will allow me to avoid triggers before the game even begins. Then every session zero includes letting players know any content warnings that may be present in the adventure and informing them about my open door, break and debrief policies. Players are also welcome at any time to either take breather or a break from the game, and at no point will they ever be asked to go into detail about ANYTHING they may not be comfortable with. Also, while the game is going on, if at any point a player needs content to stop immediately, they may hold up an X/N or type one in chat or private DM. This will allow me to make the necessary moves needed to make sure everyone continues to have a great time playing! Lastly, I am a huge believer in debriefing/aftercare. At the end of each session I will always hang around for anywhere between 15-30 minutes to chat about the session and to just generally hang out with anyone who wants to stick around! This is great for sessions where we may get into some heavier content so we can either discuss it or unpack it if need be! Remember, your comfort and your fun come first!
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