Tales from Ixina│Grim Dark│Homebrew│Beginner and LGBT+ Friendly

Creating your character

Characters will be starting a level 3 and I will have an individual session 0 with each player to work with them for character creation. Characters should fit the theme of the campaign and as DM I reserve the right to deny or reshape character options so that it fits the lore of the homebrew world.

Preparing for the session

Here's a list of things to prepare. -> An idea of what you'd like to play. -> Character art. -> Stable internet connection and computer/laptop. -> Microphone and headset. -> For the Character builder you can use your own or my in-house one. -> Head over to dmhubapp.com and grab the Virtual Table Top that will be used for combats.

What DM Erin brings to the table

I provide my players with a rich and ever growing world where the players actions will shape it. There will be ambient music, scenery, character voices and much more. I have my own in-house character builder, every official 5e PDF as well as the majority of 3rd-party PDFs that use 5e. If you want to use paper sheets I have class-specific character sheets that absolutely blow any other character sheet I've seen out of the water. The game also includes a plethora of optional custom content to use such as new spells, classes and subclasses. DM Style: My approach is player-focused, striking a careful balance between adherence to rules and the spirit of the Rule of Cool. I build immersive worlds and intricate stories for players to shape with their choices. Agency is central—players drive the narrative, and everyone will have their moment to shine. I believe in collaborative storytelling where player creativity is not just welcomed, but essential. Combat Style: Challenging, dynamic, and engaging. Combat is more than a numbers game; it requires tactical thinking, smart resource management, and adaptability. I tailor encounters to reflect the party’s strengths and weaknesses—combat evolves alongside you. I won’t pull punches, but I’m not out to kill you arbitrarily either; you will earn your victories. Descriptions of battle are visceral and grounded—striking with a sword or unleashing a fireball will have brutal, vivid consequences. Rewards often come in the form of magical items, potions, gold, and rare treasures—ways to grow in power without constant leveling. Game Style: The campaign will feature overarching storylines intertwined with side quests, dungeon delving, puzzles, and meaningful consequences for player actions. Roleplay will be deeply integrated, with rich opportunities for character development and interaction. Outside of combat or structured exploration, gameplay will rely on Theatre of the Mind to keep the pace fluid and immersive.

How DM Erin creates a safe table

There will be a 10 minute break in the middle of session. If you have any lines and veils you wish to discuss then you may bring it up to me privately and I will try to avoid putting that content in the game. I already have hard lines that are drawn personally such as 1.) The games sexual content will under no circumstance extend beyond nudity, flirtation, kissing/cuddling and 'fade to black', I also avoid any mentions of SA. 2.) Under no circumstance will child Abuse or Death be described. It might be alluded to or mentioned in a circumstance such as "The Hag of the swamp eats our children" but that is as far as I will take it.