Call from the Deep - Using new Heroes of Faerun material!

Call from the Deep - Using new Heroes of Faerun material!

Uncover a dark kraken cult and alien secrets in this epic high-seas 5e campaign. Sail the Sword Coast and save the world from an eldritch evil!

TYPE

Campaign

LEVELS

1–12

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
1 SEAT LEFT
$20.00

/ Session

Details

Weekly / Sunday - 12:00 AM UTC

Apr 19 / Session 4

Session Duration / 2.5–3 hours

5 / 6 Seats Filled

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Schedule

Sun, Apr 19 | 12:00 AM – Session 4

Sun, Apr 26 | 12:00 AM – Session 5

Sun, May 03 | 12:00 AM – Session 6

Sun, May 10 | 12:00 AM – Session 7

Sun, May 17 | 12:00 AM – Session 8

Meet your party members

5/6

About the adventure

The story follows your party as you investigate an otherworldly vessel that has crash-landed on the island of Gundarlun. This investigation quickly escalates into a desperate race to save the Sword Coast from an organized pirate fleet and an ancient alien menace awakening in the depths. Sandbox Exploration: After an introductory arc in Neverwinter and Gundarlun, your party is given free rein to sail the Trackless Sea and visit iconic cities like Waterdeep and Baldur's Gate. Unique Mechanics: This adventure includes a robust system for naval combat, ship statistics, and random seafaring encounters. All material from the newly released Forgotten Realms books are available for players. Come join us for unforgettable adventure and horror on the high seas!

Game style

Rule of Cool (RoC)

Roleplay Heavy

Theater of the Mind

Combat Heavy

Meet the Game Master

4.9

(49)

DMs Guild Writer
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1 year on StartPlaying

667 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Knows the Rules, Sets the Mood

Average response time: 1 hour

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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Character creation

Creating your character

Character creation is a collaborative process. We'll meet during our free Session 0 to build your characters and deeply integrate them into the world. If you join later, we will work together to create your character in my Discord prior to your first session. As a game designer, I will personally work with you to ensure your character's concept, backstory, and motivations have a meaningful and satisfying impact on the campaign's narrative. You may use official 5e options plus material unique to this campaign module.

What to expect

Preparing for the session

Bring a mic, a spirit for storytelling, and a taste for adventure!

What Tyler brings to the table

I’ll provide a fully prepped Foundry VTT with moody maps, matching tokens for all players and an atmospheric soundtrack to sink you into the story. Expect a narrative style that keeps the tension sharp. PDFs will be available for reference. My focus is on deep immersion, collaborative storytelling, and player-driven narratives. You can expect rich worlds, dramatic twists, and characters who feel alive. "Failing Forward" is the Rule: Setbacks create drama, not dead ends. My job is to bring the world and NPCs to life while making sure your character shines. I'm Not Your Adversary: We are here to tell unforgettable stories. I love it when a player takes bold risks and leans into their character's flaws.

Equipment needed to play

Microphone

Safety

How Tyler creates a safe table

Player safety is a priority. We’ll use Lines & Veils, X/N/O cards (digital or physical), and a full safety discussion to set boundaries. Expect a supportive, inclusive table where folk horror can be terrifying but never unsafe.

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