Survive in a World Without Mercy, Beneath a Dark Sun
The desert takes everything — except those fierce enough to take it back. In a world without mercy, your will can bend the sun itself.
$30.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Friday - 1:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 2–3 hours
Campaign Length / 1–120 Sessions
2 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
The world is dying, and survival is the only law. On the scorched sands of Athas, where tyrant sorcerer-kings rule and every drop of water is worth blood, only the ruthless endure. Here, heroes like your character are not born—they are carved from struggle, sacrifice, and the will to outlast the wasteland. Dare to live a VIP gaming experience of grit and sorcery.
Game style
Combat Heavy
Roleplay Heavy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
3 years on StartPlaying
827 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Visual Aid, Creativity
Average response time: 4 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
I was nine years old when I was introduced to the marvelous world of Dungeons and Dragons by my older brothers. It was amazing for me how I and my fellow players could have the experience of being the main characters of an exciting story. Soon I wanted to share this with everyone, so I became the forever Dungeon Master of all the school and job places throughout my career. This love for tales that TTRPG gave to me turned me into a scriptwriter in my adult life. All the joyful fun that happens around the table during a game session also had an impact on me towards comedy. I currently work at two tv shows (One comedy show and one D&D show) in Mexico. I also have been a professional GM for five years now. With these jobs, I happen to be a very happy man. I'm bilingual, so some of my games are in English, and then some others are played in Spanish. A lot has happened in the world over the past few years, things that have changed how we face our life and how we see ourselves. So mental health is also a big issue for me. My games are focused on creating a connection between the adults we are now and the inner child that fuels our day-to-day life with the energy of JOY.
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Creating your character
If you know the rules, you can create your character based on the following: - 5d4 per stat (2 sets) - starting equipment (Survival comes from wit and will, not steel) -D&D 2024 - Unearthed Arcana Dark Sun Campaign Subclasses are allowed - We can create your character together. - Low Magic (Spellcasting Classes might be risky to take) Game on!
This game is played in English This game includes your FREE! customized virtual 3D mini created in HeroForge! The characters start at 3rd Level
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Required: - Verify that your webcam and microphone work properly. - Create a free Zoom account: https://zoom.us/signin Optional: - Create a free Steam account and purchase TaleSpire: https://store.steampowered.com/app/720620/TaleSpire/ (3D maps will be displayed via Zoom if you don’t have TaleSpire). - Create your 3D character in Hero Forge: https://www.heroforge.com/ (if you’d prefer not to purchase your 3D token, I will provide a generic one) - You can play with your D&D Beyond character via Beyond 20: https://chrome.google.com/webstore/detail/beyond-20/gnblbpbepfbfmoobegdogkglpbhcjofh
What Omar, the Cartesian Roach brings to the table
In this next session that you’re going to play with me, you can expect: - A world affected by your decisions as well as the other groups who share this campaign. - A customized 3D image of your character (and any companions) with a beautiful artistic touch. You will become the co-creator of your mini! Here's an example: https://www.heroforge.com/load_config%3D46065471/ - Real-time personalized virtual 3D maps for combat encounters. - An attentive DM, who focuses on improving the group dynamics as well as making sure your individual needs are met.
Homebrew rules
- We use Brennan Lee Mulligan's house rules of lethality - Drinking a potion as a bonus action - No spell slot limit per turn - Player-heroes can benefit from long rests exclusively in sheltered and safe refuges. - Defiling Magic is on. - Low Magic (Spellcasting Classes might be risky to take)
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Internet
Microphone
Webcam
Platforms used
Safety
How Omar, the Cartesian Roach creates a safe table
Your safety and comfort are always my top priority. At this table, respect and care come first, no matter how dark or intense the story becomes. We’ll use a combination of tools to make sure everyone feels supported and heard—before, during, and after each session. More details on these specific tools can be found below, but in short, you can expect clear communication, space for breaks, and time to check in with one another. My goal is simple: you should leave every session feeling safe, energized, and excited to return.
Content warnings
Safety tools used