Tales from the Yawning Portal session 0 beginners welcome

Tales from the Yawning Portal session 0 beginners welcome

Durnan of the Yawning Portal, a pawn of Acererak, uses the well to lure heroes, harvesting souls for the demilich.

TYPE

Campaign

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
2 NEEDED TO START
$15.00

/ Session

Details

Weekly / Saturday - 9:00 PM UTC

Session Duration / 2–2.5 hours

1 / 6 Seats Filled

Report Adventure

Money Back Guarantee

StartPlaying Money Back Guarantee

If your game doesn't happen, we guarantee a refund. Just reach out to StartPlaying Support. Refund Policy

About the adventure

Durnan of the Yawning Portal, a pawn of Acererak, uses the well to lure heroes, harvesting souls for the demilich. Part 1: Corrupted Garden (The Sunless Citadel). The party retrieves a blade and discovers the Gulthias Tree's necromantic energy. Part 2: Forge of Secrets (The Forge of Fury). Heroes find the forge corrupted by the Gulthias Tree’s aura, revealing energy funneled to Acererak. Part 3: Mad Wizard's Tests (White Plume Mountain). Retrieving artifacts, the party learns of an "un-creation" plot. A portal reveals Acererak's plans in Thay. Part 4: Necromancer's Vault (Dead in Thay). Heroes dismantle the Red Wizards' power, discovering Acererak is the mastermind. Part 5: The Jungle Maze (The Hidden Shrine of Tamoachan). The party ventures into a jungle where a priestess collects souls for Acererak. Finale: The Demilich's Tomb (Tomb of Horrors). Dungeons converge at Acererak’s final gauntlet. Heroes must defeat Acererak and stop the consumption of souls.

Game style

Rule of Cool (RoC)

Game themes

Meet the Game Master

4.9

(23)

2 years on StartPlaying

257 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Inclusive

Average response time: Under 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

About me

Hey there! I'm deeply immersed in the world of tabletop roleplaying games, with over 15 years of experience in Dungeons & Dragons and Pathfinder. My journey began in a cozy local game store where I eagerly participated in RPG nights, immersing myself in fantastical realms and epic adventures. Around a decade ago, I took a leap of faith into the role of Dungeon Master (DM), feeling a mix of nerves and excitement. Little did I know that this decision would shape my passion and expertise in storytelling and world-building. As a DM, I found immense joy in crafting intricate narratives, designing challenging encounters, and witnessing the creativity of my fellow players as we collectively explored new horizons. Expanding beyond Dungeons & Dragons, I delved into the rich tapestry of Pathfinder, embracing the intricacies of its ruleset and the boundless possibilities it offers. As a Game Master (GM) in Pathfinder, I've honed my skills in improvisation, strategic thinking, and fostering a collaborative atmosphere where every player's voice is heard and valued. For me, tabletop RPGs aren't just games; they're portals to limitless imagination and camaraderie. Whether we're battling dragons in the depths of a dungeon or negotiating with powerful factions in a bustling city, every session is a journey into the unknown, fueled by friendship and shared storytelling.

View Profile →
Character creation

Creating your character

Character creation will be done by point buy as is in 5th Edition. Game will be open to create characters and i am available to help before, during or after session 0. Books available for character creation Players Handbook, Sword Coast, Tasha's Cauldron of Everything, Tortle Package, Xanathar's Guide to Everything, Monsters of the Multiverse and Volo;s

What to expect

Preparing for the session

You will need the demo version of Fantasy Grounds and a discord with a working mic

What Cynister brings to the table

I will bring the full licensed version of FG with character sheets and books

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Microphone

Safety

How Cynister creates a safe table

During session 0 we will take some time to get to know each other, talk rules, and plan characters. I am happy to spend one on one time doing character creation in Fantasy Grounds if need be. There is a change of Character Death so please be prepared for that.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

Frequently asked questions