Thorns of the Golden Crown

Creating your character

Player's Handbook Explorer's Guide to Wildemount Eberron: Rising from the Last War Xanathar's Guide to Everything Mythic Odysseys of Theros Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft Fizban's Treasury of dragons Monsters of the Multiverse Bigby Presents: Glory of the Giants is the books i currently own, if you want to go outside of that message me and I'll take a look

Preparing for the session

You will need Discord, Free account on D&D Beyond (keep track of your character), free copy of fantasy Grounds Join https://discord.gg/F5AkfX5epd

What Zach| Warzone3812 brings to the table

This game is a character-driven, story-rich sandbox set in a world that reacts to your choices. While there's an overarching plot, how — or if — you engage with it is entirely up to you. Your decisions will shape the realm, shift the balance of power, and forge unexpected paths forward. 🗣️ Roleplay & Immersion I love character interaction, political intrigue, and dramatic moments. Expect memorable NPCs (yes, with voices), shifting alliances, and plenty of space for your character’s story to shine. ⚔️ Combat Style Combat is tactical and dangerous — but not constant. When it happens, it matters. I reward creative tactics, smart play, and cinematic moments. I’m not afraid to throw something deadly at you… but I’m always fair. 📜 Rules Style I follow the Rules as Written as a baseline, but I fully embrace the Rule of Cool when it enhances story or fun. If it makes sense, feels awesome, and fits the moment, I’ll usually say yes (especially if you make it interesting). 🎭 Player Agency This is a world that remembers. Help someone, and they may save you later. Betray someone, and the consequences will find you — sooner or later. I don’t punish curiosity. I reward it. 🧭 Session Flow Expect exploration, social intrigue, clues, emergent storylines, meaningful choices, and the freedom to go off the map. There’s no single “main quest” — but the world has many secrets, and the deeper you dig, the more dangerous and fascinating it becomes.

How Zach| Warzone3812 creates a safe table

Creating a safe, respectful, and welcoming table is a top priority. This game will explore mature themes like power, loyalty, and moral ambiguity — but never at the cost of player comfort. Here’s how I keep the game safe and enjoyable for everyone: 🧾 Lines & Veils Before we begin, I’ll provide a Lines and Veils form you can fill out anonymously. This helps define: Lines (hard limits — things we won’t include), Veils (fade-to-black or handled offscreen), and Green Lights (things you enjoy and want more of!). I’ll review these privately and shape the game accordingly — no questions, no judgment. 💬 Session 0 We’ll start with a full Session 0 where we’ll cover: Tone, themes, and expectations Character creation and backstory links Safety tools (and how to use them mid-session) PvP, secrets, and how much darkness is on the table How to communicate between sessions This is your chance to shape the world and make sure we’re all on the same page. X, N, & O Tools We’ll use a simple system throughout the game: X = “Hard stop.” We immediately shift away from the current scene or topic. N = “Not comfortable.” We pause or check in — something feels off. O = “All good.” You’re checking in or confirming you're enjoying the scene. These can be said aloud, typed in chat, or messaged privately — use what feels best for you. Aftercare & Check-Ins If a session gets intense, I’ll check in afterward. You’re always welcome to reach out if something didn’t sit right. No drama, no judgment — just open communication. Zero Tolerance We have a zero-tolerance policy for racism, sexism, homophobia, transphobia, or harassment of any kind — in-character or out. We’re here to have fun, not make others uncomfortable.