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Dungeons of Drakkenheim | Thrones of Ash and Amethyst
A cinematic Level 3–20 saga of power, corruption, and destiny in ruined Drakkenheim. Six factions. One throne. Who will claim it?
$25.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Sunday - 6:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 2.5–3 hours
Campaign Length / 40–60 Sessions
3 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Fifteen years ago, a meteor of crystalized madness fell upon the heart of the kingdom. The blast didn’t just shatter the city — it fractured destiny itself. Now, amid the ruins of Drakkenheim, the faint glow of delerium beckons to the desperate, the devout, and the damned. The factions gather once more: ⚗️ The Amethyst Academy, scholars of arcane ambition, seek to claim the throne and harness delerium’s power at any cost. 🕯️ The Hooded Lanterns, guardians of the fallen streets, fight to purge corruption and restore what humanity remains. ⛨ The Silver Order, zealous and unyielding, vows to burn every trace of the infection from this cursed land. 💰 The Queen’s Men, mercenaries and opportunists, profit in the chaos and dream of ruling the city by coin and blood. 🔥 The Falling Fire, fanatics cloaked in prophecy, would rather sacrifice themselves — and the city — to stop delerium from spreading to other worlds. 🩸 The Court of the Night, ancient vampires and heirs of shadow, rise again to reclaim the throne through bloodline or rebirth, their influence seeping through the cracks of the city’s heart. In this Level 3–15 epic campaign told over 50 sessions, your party will walk the line between salvation and damnation. Every choice shapes the fate of the realm — who rules, who burns, and who ascends. Will you ally with the Academy’s ambitions? Stand with the Silver Order’s purity? Or forge a destiny beyond them all? Expect heavy roleplay, political deception, and lethal combat encounters that demand tactical mastery and emotional depth. Each player’s backstory is integrated into the living lore of Drakkenheim, with unique character arcs that evolve across every act — from hopeful adventurer to mythic legend. In the ashes of Drakkenheim, the crown glitters once more. Will you save the city, rule it… or watch it burn?
Game style
Combat Heavy
Realm Building
Roleplay Heavy
Sandbox / Open World
Tactical / Crunchy
Meet the Game Master
About me
Roleplay gaming has been a passion of mine since I was a child, and it has truly shaped me into the person I am today. I believe that RPGs are more than just a hobby; it is a way to connect with people from all walks of life and across the globe and build community and lasting friendships. I hope to inspire and entertain fellow gamers, as well as provide an experience with unforgettable memories.
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Creating your character
⚙️Character Creation as well as downtime rules our listed on our server and our website. ⚙️Characters begin at Level 3. ⚙️2024 ruleset and optional rules from Sebastian Crowe's Guide to Drakkenheim. ⚙️Your character will be created and reviewed prior to your first session. ⚙️ We will be using D&D Beyond and Maps VTT.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
1. Join my Discord Server: https://discord.gg/dragorussogames 2. Send a message on Discord @Dragorusso. 3. Be sure to have a good mic and camera is optional.
What Chance Russo brings to the table
Our Campaign Features: 🛠 Player-Centric Collaborative Campaign ⚔️ Fast Paced Narrative Combat 📏 Rules as Written with Rule of Cool sprinkled in 🎥 Uniquely Voiced and Acted NPCs 📺 D&D Beyond or Foundry for the VTT. 🎨 In-House Artist Creating Original Artwork and improved Maps
Homebrew rules
We are using all of the additional rules of Drakkenheim. These include new conditions that can afflict you during combat. Boss fights using their new Epic actions. Other than these "additions" not "changes" it is RaW.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Webcam
Microphone
Internet
Platforms used
Safety
How Chance Russo creates a safe table
⚙️Tools. We will be using Foundry VTT for the character sheets and their VTT for combat and exploration. ⚙️ Voice. Our boosted Discord server will be used for chatting, ⚙️ There will be a short 1 v 1 introduction and discussion. ⚙️ Our rules are listed online in our server and website including our Lines and Veils.
Content warnings
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