Descent of Demons: A LVL 20 One-shot vs Orcus - Demogorgon
This is no tale for fledglings. You will start the session wielding the full might of level 20 characters—mythic heroes with god-slaying power
About the adventure
🩸 Blood for the Blood God: The Fall of Orcus The Abyss churns. The Witch-King bleeds the world dry. And the gods have turned their faces away. You are no mere adventurer. You are legend given flesh—heroes who have shattered kingdoms, slain deathless tyrants, and walked planes as easily as mortals breathe. But now you stand at the edge of the unthinkable: the only way to stop the spread of undeath is to enter the rotting spiral of the Abyss itself... and steal the Wand of Orcus. Your journey begins in the shadow of the Witch-King’s blasphemous citadel, where the truth is unveiled: the Witch-King draws his power not from mortal magic, but from Orcus, the Demon Prince of Undeath himself. To stop the corruption at its root, you must: Descend into the Abyssal wastes, where chaos reigns and death is a mercy. Battle Demogorgon, the twin-headed Prince of Madness. Confront Orcus on his throne in Thanatos and rip his wand from his cold, unliving grip. This is no tale for fledglings. You will start the session wielding the full might of level 20 characters—mythic heroes with god-slaying power, and nothing to lose. 💀 A One-Shot for the Gods High-octane, epic-level combat balanced for tactical depth and spectacle. Character Creation Guidelines: 🧠 Level: Characters start at Level 20 — you are legends walking into the jaws of the Abyss. 📚 Sources: Only official Wizards of the Coast material is allowed (no Critical Role, no third-party content). 🎭 Multiclassing: Fully allowed — create something wild, weird, or wonderfully optimized. 🧮 Stats: Point Buy system for ability scores. 🧰 Attunement: You may attune to up to 6 items in this one-shot. Push your mythic potential. 🎁 Magic Items: 2 Artifact or Legendary 3 Very Rare 3 Rare 2 Uncommon As much common gear as you can carry (📬 Contact me if your items require rolling, or if you want help finding something fitting your concept!) Thematic setpieces steeped in infernal lore, dripping with atmosphere. Death is likely. Glory is certain. Character sheets prebuilt and ready—or bring your own, and I’ll approve and optimize with you. The fate of the planes hangs on a thread. Do you dare steal from a god of death?
Game style
Combat Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
West Marches
Game themes
$27.00
/ Session
Details
Once / Wednesday – 6:05 AM UTC
Jun 11
3.5–4 Hour Duration
0 / 5 Seats Filled
GAME MASTER
DM Maximus
he/him
4.9
(11)
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Meet the Game Master
4.9
(11)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
15 games hosted
Highly rated for: Sets the Mood, Voices, Visual Aid
Average response time: 3 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
🕯️ Storyteller. Voice Actor. Master of Cinematic Mayhem. 🕯️ Welcome to the table. I’m DM Maximus - a professional GM with over a decade of experience weaving brutal, beautiful tales across systems and genres. Whether it’s the creeping dread of Call of Cthulhu, the corporate horror of ALIEN, or high-octane heroism in Dungeons & Dragons, I bring immersive storytelling, tactical encounters, and living worlds that respond to your choices. I specialize in games that feel cinematic, character-driven, and dangerous. Not every story is grim, but every moment matters. My games are shaped by your characters, with arcs that evolve from their decisions, flaws, and fire. 🎭 Full voice acting and immersive NPCs 🎲 Smart, tactical combat with impact 🧩 Puzzles, social intrigue, and real consequences ⚔️ Campaigns and one-shots built for emotional weight and unforgettable turns Whether you’re carving through a haunted domain, making deals in neon-drenched space stations, or trying to survive your last day in Hadley’s Hope - I'm here to make sure every session hits like a freight train. Come ready to burn bright or die loud. Let’s make some legends.
View Profile →Reviews (11)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Sets the Mood
Voices
Visual Aid
Bob
New review
Played 7 sessions
after spending the last two years or so of trying to find a worth while game i finally found it with DM Maximus. He puts so much into his games. the VTT set ups are amazing, he creates these hubs where everything is condensed and concise and you don't have to spend alot of time trying to figure it out. His maps and backgrounds are on point. His choice of music really sets the mood and tone for the part of the plot you are in. He even includes cut scene videos. The effort he puts into setting the stage for the characters really shines through. Hes as invested into the PC's as the actual players. He weaves your back story in, he rewards creativity. Its just and all around enjoyable experience and i look forward to playing this and hopefully many other campaigns with him.
Rey Wilson
Played 7 sessions
DM Maximus creates maximum awesomeness! I love that he has visuals of different areas from the characters' perspective, not just top-down.
Shaun Neal
Played 2 sessions
Played in a high level (20) one shot with DM Maximus and had a good time, he set the stage and provided rich maps and colorful characters for the story line. Good combat and ambiance music, etc.
Subdefective
Played 2 sessions
Fantastic story telling. And patient with people who are learning how to utilize a new VTT.
Ryan
New review
Played 1 sessions
Fantastic time with DM Maximus! It took a bit of time to get things going technically at first but that is to be expected with such high-level (25) characters and a less-familiar platform. But once we got rolling, it was a blast. Very professional maps and music, fantastic voices, and a fun storyline to keep things moving forward. Maximus didn't bat an eye at our crazy OP builds and welcomed the challenge. Would definitely recommend, and look forward to playing with him again.
Aya
Played 1 sessions
If you're looking for a high-tier high-level game where you're free to bring the craziest build imaginable and yet still be challenged, Maximus is absolutely the DM for you. Manages to balance things even around absurdly powerful builds, which is no small feat, and runs fun combats. That's not to say combat is all he's good at, he also made good use of character voices and the one-shot I played with him had some fun RP moments as well
Character creation
Creating your character
Character Creation Guidelines: 🧠 Level: Characters start at Level 20 — you are legends walking into the jaws of the Abyss. 📚 Sources: Only official Wizards of the Coast material is allowed (no Critical Role, no third-party content). 🎭 Multiclassing: Fully allowed — create something wild, weird, or wonderfully optimized. 🧮 Stats: Point Buy system for ability scores. 🧰 Attunement: You may attune to up to 6 items in this one-shot. Push your mythic potential. 🎁 Magic Items: 2 Artifact or Legendary 3 Very Rare 3 Rare 2 Uncommon As much common gear as you can carry (📬 Contact me if your items require rolling, or if you want help finding something fitting your concept!)
What to expect
Preparing for the session
How to Prepare: 🎲 Build Your Character in D&D Beyond (you'll receive a campaign link upon signup with all shared content unlocked). Come to the table with a finished Level 20 character, or contact me for help if you want to collaborate on something epic. 🎧 Join the Discord – You’ll receive an invite after signing up. We use Discord for voice chat. A working microphone is required. No webcam needed. 🌐 No Downloads Required – Foundry VTT runs in your browser (Chrome, Firefox, or Opera recommended). No setup headaches—just click the link and you’re in. 📃 Bring a Backstory, or at least a Vibe – Even in a one-shot, knowing your character’s style, goal, or tragic flaw helps bring the drama. 🧷 Safety First – We use an X Card system, accessible anonymously during play. All players will have the link to our digital tool to pause or redirect scenes if needed. Come ready to throw down with demon princes in the Abyss. Bring your strongest builds, boldest ideas, and darkest dreams.
What DM Maximus brings to the table
I bring 8 years of DM experience—4 of those as a full-time professional—and a toolkit fine-tuned to deliver immersive, cinematic storytelling. 🔹 Foundry VTT, loaded with: Dynamic lighting, 3D dice, animated spell effects, and rich atmospheric music. Custom maps, hand-selected tokens, and visual FX to heighten combat and exploration. Full automation of D&D 5e mechanics to streamline gameplay and keep things moving fast. 🔹 D&D Beyond: You’ll get full access to all official 5e content up through Spelljammer, free via my campaign share. Build your character with ease—no paywall blocking your creativity. 🔹 Theatrical NPCs and story-driven encounters: I live inside the characters I play. Whether it’s a snarling demon general or a weeping priest, you’ll hear their pain, pride, and presence. 🔹 Flexible GMing with player-first focus: I follow the Rule of Cool when it enhances the game, and I always strive to be a fan of your character. I’d rather ask “how do we make this moment happen?” than say “your sheet doesn’t allow that.” 🔹 No downloads required: Foundry runs in your browser. Join the Discord, hop in with a working mic, and you’re good to go.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How DM Maximus creates a safe table
Once a player signs up, they’ll be sent a private link to join the campaign Discord server—this is where voice chat happens during games, announcements are posted, and you can connect with the group between sessions. A D&D Beyond campaign link will also be provided so you can access all officially published content up to Spelljammer, fully shared and unlocked. Safety tools are part of the table culture. I use a digital X-Card that can be activated anonymously during the game via the VTT, allowing any player to signal discomfort instantly and discreetly. We’ll also cover table rules and personal boundaries together in Session 0, which includes both discussion and gameplay. This table runs on respect, high-stakes storytelling, and shared badassery—no one should ever feel unsafe at the table. If something comes up mid- or post-session, I’m always available for check-ins and aftercare in private.
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