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A Beheading in Spookairn (Part of 15 Nights of Frights!)
A town shudders behind boarded windows and iron collars as a headless huntress stalks her prey — can you, heroes few, stop her before more heads roll?
$25.00
/ Session
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Once / Sunday - 11:00 PM UTC
Nov 16
Session Duration / 4–5 hours
5 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Ardara was once a vibrant town. But now, it seems to have been marked for mourning. The streets are silent, the windows shuttered, and every citizen wears a ghastly iron collar around their necks. Something sinister stalks the shadows: headless, merciless, and seemingly unstoppable. In this one shot, your characters shall navigate supernatural mysteries as well as political intrigue. The city’s leadership is being decimated by, well, rumor says there's a headless rider roaming the streets and her wrath spares none. But of course, nothing is ever what it seems. Either way, it's up to you to figure out what's really going on and stop the tragedies from continuing. This adventure is part of the Uncaged Anthology, a series that spotlights female creatures that are traditionally considered "villains" This is a high-level adventure, designed for level 15 characters so some experience is recommended. Expect combats, but also ample opportunities for role play, social maneuvering, and moral decision-making. As your GM, I emphasize immersive storytelling, in depth roleplay, and moral complexity. Conversations matter, every choice can have lasting consequences, and the mystery will unfold dynamically based on how you engage with the world.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
3 years on StartPlaying
100 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Inclusive
Average response time: 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Come hither, seekers of realms uncharted, how fortunate indeed that we should meet. Allow me to spin you a tale from the loom of imagination. Within this virtual tapestry, I bid you welcome to a world where the boundaries of reality yield to the boundless horizon of collaborative storytelling. Gather 'round, intrepid souls, as we embark upon journeys where your dreams shall intertwine with the strands of fate. The stories are yours, and I am but your humble guide, as well as occasional enforcers of rules, forged by this sacred covenant of respect between us all, where each voice is a note in the symphony of our shared narrative. Fear not, for here, the dice are but tools, and the true magic lies in the synergy of your creativity and that one phrase that rules them all, "yes and". ************* Hello, I am hornoured to run a game for you. I've been a player of various TTRPG for almost a decade now. As a professional Playwright and theatre director, collaborative storytelling is in my blood and soul. I love that in a TTRPG, the characters drive how the story unfold, and it becomes a constantly evolving organism shaped by both fate and choices each player would make. I have played various published modules and loved many of them, but something I've always felt deeply is the mostly eurocentric nature of the fantasy lores. As a storyteller, more than anything, I feel inspired by mythological and folkloric tales from various cultures around the world. And as someone who grew up drenched in the fantastical Eastern myths and lores, I want to fill that gap in fantasy themed games. As a GM (game moderator), I value safety above all. Nobody's fun should cause harm to anyone else at the table. I cultivate a table that encourage creativity and open communication. Overall this is a game space, so there's no need to take anything too seriously. The vibe is possibly going to be a little "wholesome morbid", because that's generally my personal vibe. I'm not interested in stories where murderhobo-ing your way through it all can get what you want. My principle is that TTRPG isn't a game about winning or losing, and that every choice has a consequence. Anyway, hope to see you soon.
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Creating your character
Create a Level 15 character using the D&D 2024 rules on D&D Beyond and join this campaign here (please only use official content) https://www.dndbeyond.com/campaigns/join/331290931530240 * If you use a legacy background (no free starting feat), you may select a “starting feat” of your choice. * We will use 2024 spell rules, but emanation spells (e.g. Spirit Guardians) will function under 2014 rules. Ability Scores * You may generate stats using any official method * If rolling: roll two full sets, then choose one. * If both sets are terrible, you may switch to point buy. * Feel free to use whichever method you’re most comfortable with. Equipment & Wealth * Use starting equipment for your class/background. * You may resell items for half value. * Starting funds: 500 gold (for gear, spell components, etc). * Don’t forget costly material components if you need them. * You may trade one magic item for a material component worth up to 1000 gp. Magic Items * Begin with 3 magic items: 1 up to very rare (purple) or lower, 1 up to rare (blue), and 1 common * Stat-setting items (e.g. Amulet of Health, Belt of Giant Strength) are not allowed to patch extremely low ability scores. Please build with reasonable stats for your class. * Exceptions can be made—talk to me if you have a specific concept in mind. Bans & Restrictions * Custom Lineage is not allowed. * Oath of Conquest Paladins are not allowed. * Gunslingers or any firearms are not allowed Game Links * Campaign on D\&D Beyond: https://www.dndbeyond.com/campaigns/join/331290931530240 * Roll20 Table: https://app.roll20.net/join/20191716/jqtp5A * Code of Conduct: (please read and sign) https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoX3YKXcyFqfVUoBMcNDkTctuzTYioL90Wbwbm-vCinv8wpA/viewform?usp=header What to Send Me on Discord (all in one message, please!) * Character art (original, no token border—I’ll format tokens). * Exact character name (as it appears on D&D Beyond). * Stats: AC, Passive Perception, Max HP, and Darkvision (if any). * Your Roll20 screen name. * Information on any summons/companions (if applicable).
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Since this is a one shot, in depth backstories are not required but I will always welcome them. Consider who your characters are and how they navigate the worlds they find themselves in, and be familiar with your builds. I'll send you the discord link once you sign up for this and set up threads for the game there. Please sign the code of conduct first and foremost https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfoX3YKXcyFqfVUoBMcNDkTctuzTYioL90Wbwbm-vCinv8wpA/viewform?usp=header Webcam is encouraged but not a requirement (It prevents cross-talking) Please have a mic and decent internet connection. Please also have downloaded Beyond20 before the game as we will be using D&D Beyond character sheet and send those rolls to Roll20. https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/beyond-20/gnblbpbepfbfmoobegdogkglpbhcjofh?pli=1
What Lantern Keeper (Ran) brings to the table
I'll be using roll20 for battle map as well as visual aids, where I'll also create custom tokens for both NPCs and PCs. I provide in depth characterization of NPCs and encourage creative problem solving. (I'll always prioritize the story over needing to include more combats just for the sake of it.
Homebrew rules
You can do a bonus action things with an action.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Lantern Keeper (Ran) creates a safe table
We will be setting up lines and veils together as a table on a case to case basis. We will discuss it ahead of the game as well as at the beginning of the session so that everyone is on the same page.
Content warnings
Safety tools used