Axe from the grave

Axe from the grave

a desecrated grave, new bards school starting up and an heist to plan.

TYPE

One-Shot

EXPERIENCE

Intermediate

AGE

18+
About the adventure

Last year, while exploring the infamous Nulfa’s Tower, tragedy struck The Strings, a musical group turned adventuring party. The famous bard and frontman, Froderic Dartwild, was slain. After a daring escape from Nulfa’s Tower, the surviving members returned their fallen companions to their homes, and Froderic was laid to rest in the humble town of Toadhop. But last night, something unthinkable happened… the undead Froderic Dartwild rose from his grave. He now haunts his childhood home, driving the current residents away in terror. As your adventuring party passes through Toadhop, you hear whispers of the infamous bard’s return. The town is on edge, and everyone’s talking about the haunted house that was once Froderic’s boyhood home. Can you uncover the mystery of why Froderic Dartwild has risen from the grave and put the legeand to rest once and for all?

3 NEEDED TO START
$10.00

/ Session

Details

Once / Thursday – 11:30 PM UTC

Jul 31

5–6 Hour Duration

0 / 5 Seats Filled

GAME MASTER

Darkmoon Gaming

he/him

5.0

(8)

This game will begin once 3 players have joined

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

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Meet the Game Master
Neurodivergent
Game Designer

Less than a year on StartPlaying

6 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Rule of Cool, Inclusive

About me

Looking for a Dungeon Master who can elevate your game to new heights? Look no further—I'm Alex, and I'm the DM you've been waiting for. D&D, to me, is more than just dice and rules—it's a living, evolving story where my players are just as much the authors as I am. Using immersive voices, ambient music, and custom maps, I bring every game to life. But it’s not just about the world I create; it’s about how we build it together. I give my players full agency within an open sandbox, with events unfolding in my world regardless of the party's involvement. Your character isn’t just a stat block—it's a part of this world. I work closely with players to craft backstories that are woven into the fabric of my campaigns, often driving personal goals alongside the main plot. Whether you’re after a deep, character-driven journey or a wild ride full of high-jinks and epic moments, my games focus on rich storytelling, immersive roleplay, and combat encounters that keep things dynamic and exciting. I love making my players feel like heroes of legend, and I'm always open to bending the rules for an unforgettable narrative moment or a jaw-dropping "wow" factor. With my relaxed, fun-loving style, I ensure an inclusive and memorable experience where everyone at the table feels like they truly belong. If you're looking for a Dungeon Master who can turn every session into an unforgettable adventure, let’s roll some dice and create something epic together!

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Reviews (8)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Rule of Cool

Inclusive

doug avatar

doug

Played 1 sessions

This was a great game. I had been wanting to try dungeons and dragons again for the first time in 30 years and I really didn't know how to start. Alex was good and patient with us beginners and even with a problem I had with getting discord to work (mike issue).

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Travis

Played 1 sessions

I ran a heist oneshot with Alex and he put on a great game. He was very familiar with the material which was really helpful in a game where the group was going back and forth to figure out a plan.

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Samhein

Played 1 sessions

Highly recommend Alex! I did one of his one shots and felt in only just a 4 hour session there was allowed a lot of ability for puzzle solving and roleplaying, whilst still having some murder and mayhem to engage with.

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Rory Mitchell ii

I’ve had the pleasure of playing in a homebrew D&D campaign with Alex as the Dungeon Master, and I can confidently say he’s one of the best DMs I’ve encountered. His storytelling ability is top-notch, weaving immersive narratives that keep everyone engaged while leaving plenty of room for player creativity. Alex has a natural talent for balancing detailed world-building with the unpredictable chaos of a D&D session, ensuring that every moment feels meaningful and fun. What truly sets Alex apart is his flexibility. He has a remarkable ability to adapt to the group’s preferences, creating a fun, casual atmosphere without sacrificing the depth of the story. Whether it’s making space for silly character antics or pivoting the plot based on unexpected player decisions, Alex ensures that everyone feels included and valued in the campaign. If you’re looking for a DM who can bring your D&D sessions to life with engaging storytelling and a laid-back, fun vibe, Alex is the one to call. I’m grateful to have experienced his campaigns and can’t wait to see where his stories take us next!

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Colin Testa

This campaign is a brilliant blend of epic battles, cunning plots, and lol moments thanks to Alex’s personality. Our DM deserves kudos for turning what could have been a typical villain encounter into an entertaining comedy goldmine. I can’t wait to see what surprises lie ahead with Vladin.

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Sam Thomas

This is a friend of a friend that I hadn't truly gotten to know until our first session. This was my second campaign I had been apart of and it was an absolute treat. Alex was knowledgeable and accommodating to all 6 players about skills and options available throughout the campaign. He not only had a laid out plan for everything but took the time to write new possibilities for variations created by the players. Everything felt in world and cannon. Also he does fun voices 👍

Character creation
Creating your character

Character creation will follow official content from WOTC I’ll share my d&d beyond campaign where players can use my resources and content to build their character. We will be level 6 using standard or point buy for stats. Character can get any non magical weapon or armor they want and each character will receive a magic item at start of the session.

What to expect
Preparing for the session

Players should prepare by making sure they have a working mic and can access discord and owlbear rodeo along with their character sheet on D&D beyond. Players should come to the table with a level 6 character ready to play.

What Darkmoon Gaming brings to the table

besides almost a decade of D&D experience as a player and a DM, I will also be sharing my D&D beyond access and the several books I own via a campaign that players can use for character creation. I also have a Discord server I use to contact and communicate with players, I'll be hosting session via discord where I'll have ambient music playing throughout the session. Players are welcome to remain on the server to access resources and to help find players for your future games. lastly, I'll be bring custom maps via owlbear rodeo.

Equipment needed to play

Microphone

Computer

Headphones

Internet

Safety
How Darkmoon Gaming creates a safe table

I have a session 0 channel with my general practices and guidelines for my games I ask players in my one shot to read through the information on their own. I will be stopping to take a break at about the halfway point. I keep an open-door policy at my table if a player needs to step away or pause the game that's ok, we can address any issue and move on. lastly, I'll be hosting a debriefing for my players after the session to cover and concerns or issue that may have come up

Content warnings
Death
Devils / Demons / Fiends
Violence
Safety tools used

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