The Secrets of The Delian Tomb | Learn to Play Draw Steel!
Goblins have kidnapped the blacksmith's daughter on the road to Broadhurst. They seem to have taken up residence inside a haunted tomb from ages past.
$20.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Sunday - 7:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3–3.5 hours
Campaign Length / 12–15 Sessions
5 / 6 Seats Filled
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Meet your party members
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About the adventure
When no one else will stand to help the village blacksmith, you brave hero, step forth and answer her call. You must seek out the Delian tomb where a band of goblins have taken roost, but the tomb is more than just a simple resting place for the dead... This is the official starter adventure for Draw Steel. As such you will learn to play as you play. I'm am thrilled to offer this system here on StartPlaying. I have been following it's development from the outset and have been running this game for over a year, with experience delivering the game to convention, friends, and the curious alike. What to expect in a game of Draw Steel -No roll to hit! Your moves are always effective, the question becomes how effective? -Tactical gameplay. Draw Steel is full of synergy and tactical opportunities. -As the fight goes on you grow in power gaining access to even more powerful abilities.
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Meet the Game Master
5.0
(23)
3 years on StartPlaying
87 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Storytelling
About me
Welcome to a world of endless adventure. I, your Dungeon Master, invite you to journey to lands of gods and monsters, rebels and powerful factions, intrigue and mystery. Who will you choose to be? Whether you are a seasoned veteran or new to the game, I will work with you to create a personalized and unforgettable gaming experience. As an experienced and passionate adventure designer, I will keep you on the edge of your seat. My proficiency with the D&D 5e ruleset allows me to adapt the system to immersive worlds with unique encounters and creative challenges. With my flexibility and improvisation skills, player choice will ripple throughout the narrative and help me create an adventure highly tailored to your individual preferences and playstyle. Join me now, and we will embark on a journey of discovery, danger, and glory! What to Expect: -Combat: Encounters where the main objective isn’t always just “defeat the enemy.” -Character Voices: Memorable NPC characterizations, just like video games! -Player Character Advocacy: I love all my PCs equally. I'm not a “gotcha” DM. (Note, that doesn't mean that you have plot armor, but if your character dies I strive to make it fair and narratively satisfying.) -Equal Spotlight. TTRPGs are an ensemble! The PCs are all equally important to the story. Some sessions may focus a little more on an individual, but you will all get time to shine. -Rule of Cool: The rules exist to serve the story. If they disrupt the narrative we are building, I'll adapt them to serve the story we are telling. -Collaboration: While the DM may do the heavy lifting to present a robust world to play in, we are collectively telling a story and I will respect your character and their agency. -Safe Space: It is of utmost importance to me that we all feel safe when we play. You should feel comfortable coming to me with problems. I promise an open mind and mediation when necessary. GM Stat Block: Proficiency in Performance: I have a degree in acting and am a trained improviser. Tool Proficiency - Gaming Sets: I come packed with decades of video and board game experience to draw inspiration from. Arcane Tradition - Illusion: I spend full work weeks writing adventures, working on characters, studying rules and lore, and tailoring encounters to dazzle the senses. I would love to do that for you!
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Creating your character
For those new to the system I recommend the available pre generated characters. For those that have read the core or starter rules or have played The Road to Broadhurst one-shot will have the character creation portion of the rules made available to them should they wish to create their own character before the start of the first session.
The party is level 2 and consists of: Revenant Shadow Polder Conduit Dragon Knight Tactician Human Void Elementalist High Elf Censor
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You will need: - A Free Discord Account - A Mic - A Webcam - A Web Browser - A Collaborative Spirit
What Benjamin brings to the table
I will bring a well practiced and experienced explanation of the rules of Draw Steel as we go! I bring an exciting pace, use character voices, provide battle music, and a living, grounded world that responds to you! While we will be using a VTT, it will largely be for visualization and rolling. Stat tracking will be done old school with pen and paper or a more modern with form fillable pdfs.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How Benjamin creates a safe table
I utilize the deck of player safety for players to select topics that are off limits in our game. You will gain access to this inside the discord once you sign up! During play I make use of virtual X, N, and O cards.
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