Beyond the Borderlands | Beginner Friendly Campaign

Creating your character

We will build and finalize characters together as a group during Session 0. No prior preparation is required. However, if you are eager and would like to start thinking about your character beforehand, please keep the following in mind: CHARACTER CREATION GUIDELINES: We will use D&D Beyond with the updated 2024 D&D ruleset. Please stick to the core rules for character options (species, class, background, etc.). All characters will begin at Level 1. BACKSTORY GUIDELINES: As Level 1 characters, your heroes are just starting their journey. Please craft a backstory with humble beginnings. Give us a glimpse of where they come from and what defines their personality. The great adventure will unfold during our sessions, so we want to discover your character's story together. Please keep your backstory to 250 words or less. We will collaboratively connect everyone to the world and the party during our Session 0.

Preparing for the session

All characters will be created in D&D Beyond. A link will be provided after you sign up. If you don't have an account, creating one is free and quick. By joining, you'll gain full access to my D&D Beyond library, including all official books and third-party content. We will use the D&D Beyond character sheets and the integrated Maps VTT for rolling and gameplay. We will use Discord for voice chat. A server invite will be sent beforehand. Please ensure you have: - A stable internet connection. - A working microphone. - Headphones (to prevent echo). - Webcam (highly recommended but optional) All dice rolls will be made through D&D Beyond and set to public for everyone to see.

What Drew DiSario brings to the table

INTEGRATED PLAY: Use digital character sheets fully synced with the Maps VTT for seamless dice rolls and tactical combat. PREMIUM AUDIO: Experience the game through a boosted Discord server with professional audio equipment, immersive music/ambiance from Kenku FM, and real-time voice modulation for NPCs.

Homebrew rules

POTIONS OF HEALING: Drinking a potion yourself is a Bonus Action (roll the dice) or a Full Action for maximum healing. Administering a potion to an unconscious ally is always an Action and uses the rolled value. INSPIRATION: When you spend Inspiration, you may reroll any d20 after seeing the result. You then choose which of the two rolls to use. RULE OF COOL: Creative and narrative-driven ideas are always encouraged. If the rules don't clearly cover your ingenious plan, I'll make a fair, fast ruling to keep the game moving and fun.

How Drew DiSario creates a safe table

Pre-Game Confidential Check-In: Upon joining, you will receive an optional, confidential Google Form to privately share your Lines, Veils, and any other preferences to help me tailor the experience for everyone's comfort. Session 0 & Ongoing Check-Ins: We will begin with a Session 0 to establish expectations and group norms. At the start of each session, we'll briefly check in and anonymously review any established boundaries to ensure a clear and supportive environment for all. Tools During Play: Breaks are always available. You can signal me at any time, either verbally or via a private message, if something is uncomfortable. I will adjust the scene immediately without question. Aftercare & Feedback: Following each game, I will stay for an optional debrief. This can be a casual chat or a structured "Stars and Wishes" session to share favorite moments and suggestions. Your feedback is essential and directly helps me create better games.