The Rise of Tiamat: Heroic Drama & Tactical Combat (Levels 9-16)

Creating your character

Character creation will be done in Session 0. This allows everyone to work together to create a party of unique characters that work together. Guidelines for character creation: Sources allowed: - All 2024 Core & Expanded Rules - Any non-legacy options from the following 2014 Expanded Rules: (SotDQ (feats only), FToD, GotG, MotM, SCAG, SCoC (spells only), TCoE, VRGtR, XGtE) - Unearthed Arcana & Homebrew subject to approval (tweaks & updates to older subclasses available) - No 3rd-party content Technical Details: - Milestone Levelling, starting at 9 & ending at 16 - Fixed HP - Custom Backgrounds are allowed (Origin Feat-adjacent options like Strike of the Giants & Knight of Solamnia will be considered Origin Feats) - Point Buy Stats - Standard Starting Equipment + 5,000gp (or equivalent in non-magical adventuring gear) - Each character will begin with some magic items (this will be discussed in Session 0; I'll ask each player for a wishlist of up to 10 magic items they'd like) Theserules are open to discussion - my priority is ensuring the rules facilitate your fun, and that your character concept can be properly realised within the rules!

Preparing for the session

You will need: - A Discord account (for voice, discussion, & handouts). - A DnDBeyond account (for character sheets & magic item handouts). - A Roll20 account (for the Virtual Tabletop). - A clear, working microphone and a quiet, comfortable space to play in. - A readiness to collaborate with your fellow players!

What Ollie brings to the table

- A game shaped by your input & feedback; we're telling a story together, and your choices (both in & out of game) matter! - Most official D&D 5e content & DnDBeyond content sharing. - A private Discord server for in-game voice chat and out-of-game discussion; you'll be able to join here after signing up. - Custom-made maps and tokens for Roll20 VTT. - An open door & a friendly, professional vibe; your safety, comfort & fun are my #1 priorities.

How Ollie creates a safe table

Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist: - All players are required to fill out a consent checklist of topics that could cause discomfort during gameplay, indicating Green (enthusiastic consent), yellow (uncertain), or red (hard no). Everyone's answers will be anonymously communicated to the group. Session 0 Outline: (free for all players!) - Everyone will receive a copy of the RPG Consent Checklist to fill out before session 1. - Social Contract Discussion: This is a chance or everyone to get on the same page about their expectations of what is & isn't okay at the game table. (I.E: How much out-of-game talk do you like? How do you feel about PC-conflict?) - Gameplay Discussion: This is your opportunity to give your opinion on how you'd like the game to be run, and to ask me any questions about how I DM. (I.E: What are your thoughts on PC death? When do I call for ability checks?) - Character creation! I like to start character creation as a group, to ensure everyone gets a chance to make their character unique. This is also a chance for me to answer any questions you may have about the world / adventure, and help you to integrate your character into the world. I use DnDBeyond for character sheets Open Door Policy: If there's ever anything you want/need to discuss with me, I carry an open-door policy. Your safety, comfort, and fun are my priorities. Breaks: - Each session will include a break at about the half-way mark. Break duration will be discussed in Session 0, but typically lasts around 10 minutes. Stars & Wishes: - At any point, you'll be able to leave your Stars & Wishes in a dedicated Discord channel for me to see. Respectful feedback will always be appreciated.