Monster of the Week: Ebonmoor

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Monster of the Week: Ebonmoor

Explore the enigma that is Ebonmoor in the very real US state of Washachugan.

TYPE

Campaign

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
About the adventure

A Monster of the Week RP-heavy setting that takes place in a coastal city, unknowingly beset by evil. Inspired by things such as Pet Shop of Horrors, Little Shop of Horrors (yes this city will include many kinds of horrible shops, lol) Sailor Moon, Gravity Falls, and more! This will range from absolute horror to silly if you can't tell from the inspiration; we're here to have fun after all! Explore the hustle of the city and its many intriguing shops and strange residents, enjoy the beautiful sandy beach (and the terrors lurking below), or relax with your friends in the outskirts of town with vast fields, suburbs, and the ??????. But don't worry about that.

Game style

Roleplay Heavy

Rule of Cool (RoC)

1 SEAT LEFT
$25.00

/ Session

Details

Bi-weekly / Monday – 1:00 AM UTC

Aug 25 / Session 2

Session Duration / 2–4 hours

4 / 5 Seats Filled

GAME MASTER

Altamirage

they/them

5.0

(35)

Schedule

Mon, Aug 25 | 1:00 AM – Session 2

Mon, Sep 08 | 1:00 AM – Session 3

Mon, Sep 22 | 1:00 AM – Session 4

Mon, Oct 06 | 1:00 AM – Session 5

Mon, Oct 20 | 1:00 AM – Session 6

Mon, Nov 03 | 2:00 AM – Session 7

Mon, Nov 17 | 2:00 AM – Session 8

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

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Meet the Game Master
LGBTQ+
Queer
Disabled
Artist

4 years on StartPlaying

765 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Storytelling

Average response time: 1 hour

Response rate: 60%

About me

I'm a 31yo nonbinary artist whose passion lies in storytelling! The most important things to me in ttrpgs are fun, roleplay, and story (including player characters' backstories, not just plot). I've been DMing for about 10 years and playing D&D for about 15. I love homebrew and having the players add onto the setting with locations, plot hooks, NPCs, deities, whatever they (reasonably) want to add! New players always welcome! Being LGBTQ+ myself, obviously this table loves and welcomes LGBTQ+ players! Do not expect a rules lawyer here; the rules are here for me to use as a base, something to fall back on, but ultimately we're here to have fun and do cool things. Rules can and will be waived or bent in my games - but only in the favor of the players, never to try and put you at a disadvantage. I'm here to challenge the player characters and be their guide through the world they explore. Sure, the dice gods may demand a death every once in a blue moon, but I'm 100% the party's biggest fan. This is also a space for us to escape reality; my games DO NOT include racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, etc. either in game or at the table. It will not be tolerated. Yes, that applies to things such as "monstrous" races and their societies. There is no "inherently evil" at my table. The most realistic evil you'll see at my table are capitalists, monarchies, and player characters' horrible families from their tragic backstories. Was a professional player in Hp2Xp and isFriday livestreamed games 'Adventures in Umbranthal' and 'Crypt of the Ruby Dragon,' as well as a recurring player in shows on GirlsRunTheseWorlds! Currently running a magical girl inspired FATE game, 'Auriga Stars,' there! (also: conversational in American Sign Language, sign isn't listed as a language here)

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Reviews (35)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Inclusive

Storytelling

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Clyde

Played 177 sessions

Alta is by far one of the best DMs I've had over many years of playing. Always makes sure everyone is seen and heard. The stories they tell are just so fun and amusing, but they also can pull on your heartstrings with serious and emotionally intense scenes. If you got time check them out and give them a shot

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Josh

Played 129 sessions

Mirage is so much fun to play with! They create colorful worlds and unique and evocative npcs that you will love or love to hate. They are enthusiastic in supporting thier player's stories and encouraging thier wild ideas.

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JadedSights

Played 88 sessions

Alta is hands down one of the best DM’s I have played with ever. They take story-telling to whole other level that really makes you part of it all. They take time and makes sure that everyone gets some special time for their character every session and will deal with whatever wacky bullshit your group may come up with. They have made my partner and I feel so welcome every time that we come to play. They have such a way with story telling that I get excited when they start to monologue about stuff, and the NPC’s are so lovable it’s unreal. You know when you’re supposed to fall in love with a character or when you’re supposed to find them fucking terrible, and they do an amazing job of writing out such characters. Every game is a different experience and I never know what’s going to happen, I’m always on the edge of my seat and I love it. Alta makes sure that everyone is having a good time and that everyone is comfortable with what’s happening, they allow a lot of room for player creativity and I appreciate that SO much as a player who’s very story/RP oriented. If you are searching for a DM to feed your deepest desires in that kinda way, Alta is someone you should consider. It was love from first game.

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Greg

Played 87 sessions

Altamirage has done an amazing job of creating worlds that feels alive, dynamic, and lived in. The storytelling is top notch, and they do a wonderful job of making the characters feel truly part of the world they inhabit. Alta also has some of the best NPC characters I've encountered so far. Just as importantly, Alta makes every player feel welcome at the table. If I'm ever looking to add an additional, I'll be checking to see what they are running first.

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ash

Played 86 sessions

Alta does an amazing job at creating an interesting world with exciting lore and the most loveable NPCs. The NPC art alone is enough to make them an amazing DM Alta also makes sure every player feels included and enjoys their time as much as possible. This was my first D&D experience and they made sure to explain everything to me and help me along the way! You'll find yourself waiting for the next session and wishing it would come sooner

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WforWhimsy

Played 80 sessions

Altamirage made the table so welcoming and inclusive for all the players, including myself. You can tell they truly love these NPCs and the world itself which comes across in descriptions and roleplay. I absolutely loved our session 0/.5 and can't wait for more.

Character creation
Creating your character

Character creation will happen session 0, but feel free to come into this with a character idea ready to go. (:

What to expect
Preparing for the session

All you NEED is a mic. Cameras are great because I love having visuals and it makes communication easier for me, but they are not required! Character sheets will be managed on Roll20, maps will be on Roll20.

What Altamirage brings to the table

MOTW pdfs, maps, discord server, etc

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Microphone

Safety
How Altamirage creates a safe table

Hard rules for all my games: NO racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, fatphobia, bigotry, etc. That includes fantasy versions (ie: "all orcs are born evil and therefore do x"). NO SA, noncon, torture, slavery. (Said things can be allowed, with approval, in PC backstories, and do exist in NPC backstories, but will not be directly mentioned or described) And... we're here to have fun!! <3 Will send a form pregame for lines/veils/etc. Will message to go over what kind of game everyone wants to play ("i hate puzzles" "i love combat" etc), touching base on things we don't want in the game, talking character dynamics, working on character sheets, explaining gameplay if new to the system. After games, I usually chat (in call or in discord) with everyone and joke around - I always try to balance out the harsh with humor, and I check in with everyone after a rough session. X cards will be whatever you are most comfortable with. <3

Content warnings
Blood
Body Horror
Character Death
Classism
Cults
Death
Deep or Large Bodies of Water
Devils / Demons / Fiends
Fire
Illness
Insects
Language/Cursing
Lifechanging Injury
Medical Issues
Mental Illness
Murder
Nightmares about Traumatic Events
PTSD
Scars
Trauma
Violence
Safety tools used

Frequently asked questions

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