DARK FANTASY | STEAMPUNK | ROLEPLAY-HEAVY | LEVEL 3–15

Creating your character

We will have a session 0 during which we will roll for stats in Roll20 so it's visible to everyone. You can roll twice and pick which one you want, stat rolls can be applied in any order. We'll use the method of rolling 4d6, dropping the lowest number and rerolling 1s. Don't worry, you just need to copy and paste a formula into the Roll20 chat and it does the rest for you. We'll then create characters in D&DBeyond, entering in rolled stats from Roll20 manually. Any official content can be used apart from Spelljammer (doesn't fit with the story), no homebrew classes although homebrew races may be approved if they fit and are balanced. We'll have a chat as a group about what classes we want to go and any backstory you want to share, however, I encourage full backstory details to be private, shared only with me, so that the rest of the details can be revealed in game.

Preparing for the session

You will need access to a PC/Laptop with internet, a microphone, webcam is optional. Please make sure you've got a Discord account, Roll20 account, D&D Beyond account (don't worry you don't need to pay for any of these, you can use them for free, subs are optional if you want extra stuff), and have the Beyond20 browser extension installed, this allows you to roll directly from your character sheet in D&DBeyond and it gets sent to the Roll20 VTT. Discord: https://discord.gg/MeRqUcSq Roll20: https://app.roll20.net/join/19972664/7HE98g Download link for Beyond20 extension: https://beyond20.here-for-more.info/install.html

What Katy brings to the table

I run cinematic, character-driven games where your choices matter and cool ideas are always welcome. If you want to try something bold, creative, or just plain badass - ask. I lean into Rule of Cool when it makes for great storytelling. I love giving players epic character arcs, custom magic items, memorable moments, and deep, personal storylines. Your backstory will shape the world. Everyone gets their chance in the spotlight, and the narrative will evolve based on your actions. Expect meaningful roleplay, tough choices, dangerous combat, exploration, lore, and the occasional puzzle. There will be an adequate sense of danger, I want your characters to have a long and fulfilling story, however, while I'm not out to intentionally kill you, you do not have impenetrable plot armour. You’ll also get: ⚙️Character voices and immersive narration ⚙️Custom NPC art for virtual handouts and battlemaps ⚙️A full world map to explore ⚙️A dedicated Discord server (lore, art, RP channel, and chat) ⚙️Background music (or a player DJ, if you volunteer!) ⚙️Ongoing between-session support for character plans and questions ⚙️Will dress up for boss fights!

Homebrew rules

Critical fails and successes should feel epic - crit attacks deal max damage + another roll, you hit big, I want it to feel that way (enemies included!) Likewise if you fail, something not so good is probably going to happen! You can suggest an alternative ability check if you can justify it, for example athletics instead of intimidation, you won't know if you don't ask. Drinking a potion as an action gives you the max hp possible from it, drinking it as a bonus actions means you have to roll for it. You can cast more than one spell in a turn as long as one is a bonus action, e.g. Cure Wounds and Spiritual Weapon. Flanking rules, allies must be at opposite sides of an enemy for flanking to apply, flanking gives advantage. Getting a nat20 on a saving throw means you take no damage and you can pick one person close to you to give them an assist. If you think there's a reason you should have advantage on something, let me know and you might get it. No encumbrance! (Within reason anyway.) Last stand mode - instead of just dropping unconscious when you drop to 0, you enter last stand mode, it's a chance to do something epic, or maybe really stupid, become a martyr, or maybe crawl to safety. Full rule details will be listed in the Discord. If you're not a fan of any of the rules these can be discussed with the group to come up with a system that everyone is happy with. As mentioned above, just ask!

How Katy creates a safe table

This is a long-term, roleplay-heavy dark fantasy campaign featuring mature themes such as violence, trauma, slavery, and fantasy religion. These themes are part of the world and story, they are not glorified, but they are present. If several of those topics are deal-breakers for you, this may not be the right campaign. I will always respect personal boundaries, and I’m happy to adjust or veil specific details, for example, avoiding a particular method of execution, but I won’t remove core elements from the setting. Session 0 will cover Lines & Veils, tone, and triggers. You’re welcome to raise anything privately or in the group. My goal is that with clear expectations and open communication, no one should need an X card mid-session, but if something unexpected does come up, my inbox is always open, and I’ll do my part to ensure everyone feels safe and respected.