The Wavestone Monolith! Shadowdark! Beginners welcome!
Fear the silence, the water, the dark stone itself! Deep within the sweltering jungle, a monolith of black basalt floats upon a hidden lake!
$25.00
/ Session
Details
Once / Tuesday – 9:00 PM UTC
Jul 29
2–2.5 Hour Duration
0 / 6 Seats Filled
About the adventure
This is classic Dungeon Crawling in the Westmarches adventuring-style: gritty, unpredictable, and filled with dangerous magic and moral ambiguity. Whether you’re a farmer-turned-fighter or a seasoned cutthroat, dungeons are there to be looted. Perfect for players who enjoy low-level intrigue with a creeping sense of dread, Sahdowdark offers a deadly hook set in a rich atmosphere. But be warned: what you find may not want to stay buried!
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Meet the Game Master
4.9
(16)
2 years on StartPlaying
253 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Sets the Mood, Storytelling
Average response time: 3 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
My GM style is relaxed, story-rich, and focused on collaborative fun. I run dynamic, sandbox-style campaigns where player choices matter and the world reacts accordingly. One-shots are brisk and punchy, racing toward satisfying conclusions. Custom campaigns are always shaped by player preferences, character backgrounds, and group play styles. I use “destiny dice” and “iron dice” to keep things thrilling—embracing both luck and consequence to create stories that stick with you. I prize player agency above all. The real magic happens when fate, risk, and reward intertwine—those moments when a single die roll can alter everything. Whether you want to kick down doors, solve mysteries, forge political alliances, or explore the unknown, I’ll help tailor the experience to your group’s vibe. My goal is always to create unforgettable memories shaped by your choices and the chaos of the dice. I’ve played and run a massive range of systems—D&D (from the original boxed set to 5e), Gamma World, Dungeon Crawl Classics, Metamorphosis Alpha, Call of Cthulhu, Traveller, and far more. I’m also ready to dive into Tales of the Valiant and Outgunned. My campaigns take place in rich, varied settings like the Forgotten Realms, Mystara, Blackmoor, Hyperborea, and original worlds. I own and run modules from WotC, Kobold Press, Frog God Games, DCC/MCC, and tons of third-party publishers. If it’s been written, I’ve probably read it—and if I haven’t, I can get up to speed quickly. I’ve been rolling dice since Tunnels & Trolls and the earliest days of D&D—back when Chainmail was still in play. Since then, I’ve lived a wild, story-filled life both in and out of games, and I now bring that passion to the table full-time. From kids’ birthday games to corporate team-building to grognard reunions, I’ve run it all. I believe the best games are forged in shared challenges and the camaraderie that comes with them. Let’s tell amazing stories together. TL;DR: Veteran GM with a massive RPG library and decades of experience. I run fun, story-driven games shaped by player choices, fate, and creativity. You bring the characters—I’ll bring the world!
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Creating your character
Characters will start out at a level commensurate for your adventure. Before the game the character can be made on Discord or or a pre-made character can be provided. I will send you and invite to the campaign on Discord. Pre-Made Characters are available on request.
Fear the silence, the water, the dark stone itself! Deep within the sweltering jungle, a monolith of black basalt floats upon an undulating lake hidden in a cave. They say inhuman howls emanate from it on moonless nights... and that the fat gems and coins of a lost society lie inside for the taking! Your band is made up of a motley group of adventureres...no worries about balance as all the professions work in this adventure.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
The Theater of the Mind (audio portion of the adventure) will occur on Discord supplemented by images and battle maps as needed. You will need an account on Discord. Access to the dedicated server will be open prior to the game. Owlbear Rodeo may be used. No subscription is necessary. Characters can be made or provided on Discord. Pre-made characters are always available.
What Mark brings to the table
Decades of Experience running a multitude of games and game systems both for fun and professionally as part of team building operations. Ready access to discuss the campaign, concerns and questions. I will be available through discord to answer questions. Players who need direct assistance can schedule a time to chat directly. Each layer will be provided with a direct and private means of communication. Access to relevant books and rules will be provided. Curated Atmospheric Soundtracks if you opt to engage. This is optional. Custom and Curated Battlemaps. Battle maps and tokens will be provided on Owlbear Rodeo. I will also provide maps and images as needed on Discord. NPCs with Motivations, Likes/Dislikes, Personalities, Quirks...no more cardboard standees. Tactical Combat with Roleplay. Official Digitally Produced Adventures by the publishers. Or custom, if you want... Premade Characters for Beginners.
Homebrew rules
We will craft the house rules we want to play in the first session...or play by the rules as written. You decide! Sword & Sorcery games are fun with luck, fleeting luck, sanity and modified critical hits...but we can play they way you want!
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Mark creates a safe table
Players can expect a fast paced combat and a rules light gaming experience. The content warnings will vary depending on the game choice, but it is highly likely the game will have levels of violence involving player characters and non-player characters, with death always being a possibility. SAFETY TOOLS ・During Session 0 we will discuss Lines and Veils. ・A 10 minute break will occur roughly halfway through the session. Additional breaks are always available on request. ・Further details of all tool implementations are provided within the discord server. Feel free to ask any questions for clarification.
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