Steel, Spell, and Smoke: Railborn Rebellion
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
A pulse runs beneath the streets of Zelcher. The city’s light rail—once a marvel of magical innovation—now thrums with corrupted power. At the heart of it all stands the Spire, where the Voxen Assembly has turned from arcanists to something far worse. Their dream of immortality has birthed a synthetic god-mind: The Immortal Engine. It feeds on magic. It feeds on people. And it’s growing. You are not part of the plan. You are not authorized. But you are awake. Join The Third Rail, a rogue guild operating from a forgotten terminal beneath The Landing. As Zelcher’s magic is siphoned away, only you can fight to reclaim it—one spell, one rail line, one soul at a time. Leveling up means stealing back magic. Reconnecting to the Weave gives you power—spells evolve, items awaken, and arcane forces begin to flow again. What to Expect: 🔹 Subterranean combat on moving trains and derelict rails 🔹 Base-building in a broken spell-lab tied to the rail system 🔹 Espionage and infiltration missions in high-security districts 🔹 Dynamic job board quests tied to the city’s living rail map 🔹 Encounters with constructs, cursed artificers, and dream-bound spirits 🔹 Endgame choices: ascend, destroy, or rebuild the Immortal Engine Zelcher doesn’t need heroes. It needs thieves. Steal back your future. The city is watching. The Engine is waking. Will you fight, or will you burn clean for power?
Game style
Rule of Cool (RoC)
“Rule of Cool” emphasizes creative story beats over sticking to a system’s rules as written. Players have the ability to push the limits of the rules or even break core rule mechanics at times if the Game Master thinks it is interesting, fun, or cool enough.
Roleplay Heavy
“Roleplay Heavy” games place the focus on the story, the characters, and the world they live within, and tend to lean hard into the various roleplaying elements of the game. These games will frequently find the party talking with NPCs, exploring the personal elements of their backstories, or even having emotional moments around the camp fire.
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Additional details
How to prepare
🔊 Microphone and Headphones Players should use a microphone and headphones in a quiet environment to ensure clear and effective communication during sessions. 📚 Rule Familiarity Players are expected to review the basic Dungeons & Dragons 5e rules before the campaign begins. Additional rules and guidance will be provided as needed throughout the campaign. 🛡️ Character Creation Characters can be created in advance or collaboratively with the party during the first session. 🖥️ Required Software Players must install the Beyond20 extension, available at: beyond20.here-for-more.info. This tool integrates D&D Beyond with Roll20 for a seamless gameplay experience. 💬 Discord Access Players should have access to Discord for communication and coordination outside of game sessions. Please ensure Discord is installed, properly set up, and that you have joined the campaign server at: discord.com/invite/damsels-and-dice.
What I provide
My Discord server has a dedicated group of players and mods ready to help. All of my games are POC, LGBT+, and Neurodivergent friendly.
Gameplay details
Themes such as violence, psychological elements, and mature content may be present but will be tailored to your comfort levels. Certain subjects like sexual assault, harm to children, and harm to domestic animals will never be explicitly described in our games. During our first session, we'll discuss safety tools and content preferences. I adhere to a strict policy against discrimination (sexism, racism, homophobia, transphobia, etc.) and aim to create a respectful and safe environment for all players. Feel free to reach out with any concerns or requests!
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Lines and Veils
• Open Door
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
🔸 Each player will start by deciding on a Level 1 character. 🔹 It is optional for players to have their characters prepared beforehand, as instructions and guidance will be shared on our Discord channel. 🔸 Players will delve into choosing races, classes, and backgrounds that shape their character's story, abilities, and alignment. 🔹 Special attention will be given to the character's unique traits, such as their name, appearance, and personal goals, which will be discussed during and before our first session.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Discord
• Roll20
• D&D Beyond
$25.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Thursday - 2:00 AM UTC
Jun 5 / Session 2
2.5-3 Hour Duration
5 / 6 Seats Filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: All Ages