Shards of Fate — Mage: The Ascension
Deep under Las Vegas a dead god crashed here long ago in a meteor bleeds into the rock and sand, forming a reality altering crystal called Blue Cinder
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Weekly / Thursday - 3:30 AM UTC
May 14 / Session 29
Session Duration / 2.5–3 hours
4 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Deep under Las Vegas a dead god that crashed here long ago in a meteor bleeds into the rock and sand, forming a reality altering crystal called Blue Cinder. All the factions of the city race to snatch it up and control fate and probability first. Moving under the watchful eye of the Technocracy in Las Vegas, the cabal uncovers a deeply rooted nephandic group masquerading as a mega church and wellness app. As they chase pieces of Blue Cinder, they discover a slumbering entity beneath the city that the Nephandi wish to awaken. The cabal seeks allies to take the fight to the enemy. This chronicle is urban occult mystery + high-stakes character drama. You’ll chase omens, bargain with spirits, crack Technocratic surveillance, and confront spiritual rot while wrestling with Paradox and the weight of choice. You are not passengers—your beliefs, your Paradigms and Practices, and the Instruments you trust change the story.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Theater of the Mind
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
4.9
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1 year on StartPlaying
718 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Knows the Rules, Sets the Mood
Average response time: 2 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
🎲 “Hold on, let me roll Persuasion first… success!” Hello, I’m Tyler — a storyteller, designer, and lifelong gamer with decades of experience behind the screen. My players describe me as Immersive, Supportive, and Masterful. I’ve guided hundreds of players through unforgettable games at conventions, on streams and podcasts, and in home campaigns across North and South America. I’ve collaborated with publishers like Onyx Path, Free League, Chaosium, and Helmgast, and I’m also a published writer and designer with credits in both indie and professional TTRPG projects. Whether it’s your first session or your hundredth, my goal is always the same: create a safe, inclusive space where your story matters. I invite you to explore my reviews and join a game to see why so many players return to my tables again and again.
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Creating your character
I will work with you one on one to integrate your mage into the existing chronicle and get you up to speed. No experience required!
The cabal is roleplay-driven and collaborative, with members who thrive on character interaction and shared mystery. We are looking for players who want to lean into the strangeness of Mage, who enjoy deep storylines and philosophical challenges, and who feel at home in a late-night game that runs on creativity, kindness, and a willingness to dream.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You only need a microphone and a desire to tell a story together. Once you join, I will send you the link to the Discord server and our Foundry VTT space. Prior to your first session we will walk through the character process, and make sure you are ready to go.
What Tyler brings to the table
You can expect a game steeped in atmosphere. I will use soundscapes and ambient music to deepen the mood. After each session you will receive a recap so you can always return to the story fresh, even if real life has been busy between games.
Equipment needed to play
Microphone
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Safety
How Tyler creates a safe table
Your safety and comfort are my highest priority. Before play begins, I will send you a short and anonymous form to gather your lines and veils. During play we will use digital X, N, and O cards to make sure everyone can communicate clearly in the moment. This is a late-night chronicle, and we will honor the fact that late hours can bring vulnerability as well as creativity.
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