Forgotten Realms: Baldur's Gate

Creating your character

Characters will be created before the session using D&D 5e (2024 rules) on D&D Beyond or Roll20. Level: Tier 2 one-shots typically start at Level 7–9, depending on the adventure. Ability Scores: Use Standard Array or Point Buy (27 points). Hit Points: Take the average HP per level. Starting Gear: Choose standard class and background equipment or purchase gear using starting gold. Allowed Sources: Player’s Handbook (2024) Dungeon Master’s Guide (2024) Tasha’s Cauldron of Everything Xanathar’s Guide to Everything Custom backgrounds and reskinning are allowed if story-consistent. Restrictions: No Unearthed Arcana, homebrew classes, or third-party sources without prior approval. Tone & Setting: Baldur’s Gate is morally gray and politically corrupt, heroes here make compromises to survive. Characters should have motives, flaws, and may even have reasons to get their hands dirty. If you need help finalizing your build or tying your backstory into the city, I’ll assist before the game to make sure you fit seamlessly into the world.

Preparing for the session

Create on Dndbeyond, will use Roll20

What The Storyteller brings to the table

I provide a grounded, story-first experience for mature players 18 and older. Roleplay drives everything, and the rules serve as a framework to keep the story consistent and fair. Combat is tactical but always tied to narrative purpose, and character choices shape how events unfold. These games are not hero fantasies. They can be dark, violent, and morally gray, with mature themes such as body horror, torture, substance use, and corruption. Some sessions may feel light or hopeful, others heavy and unsettling. I never aim to shock, but I do not step in the way of good storytelling. If you want a game where actions matter and the story feels real, we will build it together.

Homebrew rules

House Rules: -Healing potions: Drink, bonus action | roll. Drink, full action | max. Using on downed ally | full action + roll. -No flanking -Drop to 0 hp | gain exhaustion -Familiars take turn immediately after you -Monsters are not dumb (depending on intelligence) -Spirit Guardians, similar spells do not work as lawnmower

How The Storyteller creates a safe table

I keep things simple and respectful. Players can speak up at any time if something makes them uncomfortable, and we will adjust. Everyone at the table is expected to act like an adult and treat others with respect.