The Tower | From the Underground to the Surface World!

Creating your character

Characters will be starting at level 3 (and will likely reach around 15th-20th level) and will be using the 2024 Rules for D&D 5e. They can be created wherever you wish, whether that be paper, D&D Beyond, or some other character sheet creator. I only ask that you're open with your character stats with me. I typically do character creation on session 0, but as long as they're created before session 1, any time you make them is fine. I do expect you to contact me about any details of said character so we can work out their part of the story. I'm happy to go as in depth as you'd like! I have plenty of lore to work with and am super happy to work with your ideas to make almost any character you have fit in the setting. Whatever the concept, just shoot me a discord message so we can work it out! We will be using the Point Buy or Standard Array system for character creation, so no rolling for stats! In addition, stick to average hit points! Being that this adventure is largely custom built, I'm absolutely willing to allow some forms of Homebrew and other content, as long as it's been given to me ahead of time that way I can approve it (This goes for 2014 D&D and Unearthed Arcana content as well)! Should you contact me, I have a library of homebrew I'm familiar with that I'm more likely to say yes to, so if you wish, please do ask about it! The setting is low magic, but despite that, you can start with a common magic item! Level ups are somewhat sparse, and the Tower is rather difficult, so in addition to a common magic item, you'll be allowed to start with one extra special thing. This thing could be an extra feat, extra items, or an extra feature on your character, but whatever it is should be related to your backstory. This addition is meant to add more depth to your character from a roleplay, flavor, and narrative perspective. If you need help with character creation (Like if it is your first time or you have a concept you're unsure of how to bring to the table), as mentioned, shoot me a message and I'll be happy to help!

Preparing for the session

There are no programs you'll need to download, however you will need a Discord account and the ability to use voice chat. You'll also need a browser where you can have Owlbear rodeo for combat. You won't need dice as we roll using a discord bot! Just bring yourself and your character! If you have a good idea of the rules, that's great! But I'm also happy to help you learn them if need be, so it isn't completely necessary!

What HACtheGREAT (Alex) brings to the table

I'll be providing a number of things that outline my style. - The first and most obvious is the adventure and story! The campaign is a homebrew world and plotline that I've made and poured my heart into ^^ - Character stories hooked to the main story! I'll provide lore and plot hooks that bring your characters into the main arc, giving them all stakes other than just surviving. - Digital battle maps! Though I often don't make battle maps myself, I do piece together a number of battle map elements on Owlbear rodeo to give dynamic battles! - Tokens for your characters once I'm given a description of what they look like! I make elaborate minis through Heroforge, so the sooner I get character descriptions, the more likely I'll be able to give you a cool token! - Access to most source books, so if you need any information regarding Dungeons & Dragons 5th edition, I'm very likely to have it! - Music and character themes for a majority of the scenes in game!

Homebrew rules

A few of the homebrew rules I include are listed below. These are more detailed on the Discord Server, so go check that out for a better understanding of them ^^ Falling Sideways - A rule that makes throwing enemies or being thrown more dangerous for the person being flung. Overrunning and Tumbling - A way to get past oppositional enemies. Scrolls for Everyone - Anybody can use a spell scroll. Quick Potion - Most potions are a Bonus Action to consume. Delayed Dropping - If you fall, you don't fall immediately, giving you a chance to save yourself. Facing - I use tokens to determine where characters are facing and have some mechanics related to it. We do not use flanking, Facing replaces this. A new power system, Specs - A crucial part of the story will be unlocking a special boon for your character. To make a comparison, it will act similarly to a Stand from Jojo's Bizarre Adventure, or a Cursed Technique from Jujutsu Kaisen. The inclusion of these is to add another level of character depth, but also to give some cooler things to do at lower levels! That said, these must be achieved through in game challenges. All attributed to the unique story we tell with your character!

How HACtheGREAT (Alex) creates a safe table

The main safety tool I use is the Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist, communicating what is okay and what isn't through an issued PDF sheet. Session 0 is discussed through discord before the sessions begin, but there's always space for a more thorough talk should need be! After any sessions I run, I encourage any and all feedback, especially if you feel that something crossed a line. I encourage messages to let me know if anything is wrong, and while I'd like to keep the flow of the game moving, I'm always okay with pausing things to readjust how we're playing. If there's anything you'd like to discuss with me through Discord, send a request my way and I'm happy to have a conversation!