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The Shadow over Saltmarsh [2024 5e, PBP, Asynchronous]
A body washes ashore near the remote town of Saltmarsh. Was it murder? Who is to blame? And who will stop at nothing to keep the truth buried?
$13.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Wednesday - 12:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 1–50 hours
0 / 4 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Saltmarsh is just like any other ordinary fishing town; remote, constantly damp, and perpetually smelling of fish. Even the fish are sick of the smell - well, the ones that haven't been caught yet. What the hardy townsfolk do not yet know, is that their sleepy fishing town will soon become the battlefield that will decide the fate of the world... This game uses the the Play-by-Post format. Play-by-Post has been around for almost as long as D&D has, and is best suited to those of us who just do not have the time to play a full session every week. With Play-by-Post, you play to your schedule in a relaxed, fun and safe online environment.
Game style
Play By Post
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(5)
2 years on StartPlaying
53 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Inclusive
Average response time: 4 hours
Response rate: 75%
About me
Hi! I'm Dave, an actor and avid D&D player from Bonnie Scotland. I've been playing 5e for 5 years now, and while I've grown very fond of the system, I've dipped my toe in other games such as Call of Cthulhu, Daggerheart and Kids on Bikes! I generally focus on narrative over mechanical crunch, but my top priority at any table is the enjoyment and engagement of the players. The story can't be told without you or the dice - are you ready to begin your next chapter?
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Creating your character
We will be using the 2024 rules for character creation. - Any ancestry/class/background in the 2024 PHB is acceptable. Please consult me first before choosing any external or third-party material. - We will be starting at Level 1, using the Gold option. - Stats will be generated with Point Buy.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You will need: 1. a Discord account, 2. a D&DBeyond account (free), and 3. an Owlbear Rodeo account (free). I will be sharing any material I have via DDB, so you do not need to have those sources purchased.
What Dave brings to the table
I will be using Discord as the forum for our game (text only, so no need for a camera or microphone!) I will also be using Owlbear Rodeo for battle maps, and D&DBeyond for characters. I love roleplaying and combat, though I generally favour the former. With me, there is almost always a noncombative option, and I invite my players to try anything they like to avoid unnecessary fighting. That is, if they *want* to avoid fighting... My favourite part in any game begins when a player throws caution to the wind and says, "I want to try something crazy," because you know you're in for a treat! I embrace the Rule of Cool whenever possible, especially in character-driven moments, to encourage players to push the boat out and give it a shot. Just hope that the dice are in your favour too! I aim to post 1-2 times per day to advance the story, while also being around to answer any queries players may have. Play-by-post is a much slower format than face-to-face games, and I want to remedy this as best I can.
Homebrew rules
- Potions can be consumed as either an Action or Bonus Action. If you consume a healing potion as an Action, you regain the maximum amount of Hit Points (no roll required.)
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Dave creates a safe table
I will be providing a RPG Safety Tools checklist of themes for players to fill out anonymously. As your Dungeon Master, it is my duty and responsibility to ensure everyone has the best time possible in a safe environment. Communication and trust are key - if there is anything that is making you uncomfortable in the game, I will do my best to fix and resolve the problem as quickly as possible.
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Safety tools used