Kingdom of Cute | Creepy Fairytale | D&D 5e | Beginner friendly

Creating your character

We’ll begin with a free Session Zero, where we’ll discuss tone, story, rules, safety tools, and create characters together. After Session Zero, I’ll schedule a 1-on-1 with each player to dive deeper into backstories and weave them into the campaign. - Starting Level: 3 - Stats: Rolled during Session Zero (4d6, drop the lowest) - Tools: Characters will be created on D&D Beyond - Ruleset: D&D 5e (2024 rules), Player’s Handbook applies - Important Note: Characters are all citizens of the Kingdom of Cute, and should abide by its aesthetics. Humanoid characters are acceptable, though there is a preference for creatures, animals and such. All classes available. You are more than welcome to think outside the box for species and traits! This approach ensures everyone starts on equal footing and gives each character a personal tie to the story before play begins.

Preparing for the session

Before play begins, please make sure you have the following ready: - Discord account: all sessions are run via Discord video & audio. You’ll be invited to a private Discord server with all players and the GM after joining; - D&D Beyond account (for character sheets and actual play); - D&D Beyond Maps VTT (we’ll use it for maps & dice); - Dice: I allow physical and digital dice. Honor system applies; - Headphones recommended to avoid audio feedback; - Webcam and microphone required (your computer/device default is fine). That’s all you need to get started, everything else will be handled together in Session Zero.

What Whimsy Izzie brings to the table

As your DM, my focus is always story first, mechanics second, with plenty of room for the Rule of Cool. Expect a balance between roleplay, exploration, and combat, where the mechanics support the story we’re building together. Here’s what you can look forward to: - Handouts & Lore: Custom lore documents, house rules, and campaign notes to keep you immersed. - Homebrew Content: Unique items, spells, and mechanics crafted to fit your characters’ concepts and backstories. If you dream it, I’ll help you bring it to life. - Atmosphere: Music, maps, slideshows, and reference art to bring the world to life in every session. - Style: I use character voices (try!), descriptive narration, and cinematic storytelling to create an epic, immersive experience. My goal is to make every player feel like the hero of their own story while weaving everyone together into something greater than the sum of its parts.

Homebrew rules

I use a small set of homebrew rules to enhance storytelling and cinematic play. All of these will be explained in detail during Session Zero, but here are the highlights: - Death Moves: Inspired by Daggerheart, characters at 0 HP face dramatic choices when they risk death, making it a narrative moment rather than just dice rolls. - In-Combat Dialogue: Short in-character exchanges are always allowed during combat, banter, threats, or tactical calls keep the story alive even in the heat of battle. - Rule of Cool: Creative ideas that fit the story and character will often bend the rules in your favor. - Story-First Adjudication: If a mechanical question arises, narrative impact comes first, RAW comes second. Additional optional rules and safety tools will be covered in Session Zero so everyone is on the same page before we dive in.

How Whimsy Izzie creates a safe table

Player safety and comfort are a top priority in my games. We’ll always start with a Session Zero to set expectations, establish tone, and review safety tools together. The tools I use include: - Lines & Veils; - X, N, and O Cards - used as a streelight system of Green, Yellow and Red. - Open Door Policy - Players may step away at any time, no explanation required; - Breaks - To keep everyone comfortable we take one long break in the middle of the session and several short breaks throughout and when needed; - Aftercare - We ALWAYS close with Aftercare and Debriefing (15–30 minutes after each session). This space allows us to cool down from intense scenes, talk about highlights, and check in with each other as people, not just characters. The goal is for everyone to feel safe exploring heavy themes and surreal storylines while knowing there’s a strong safety net in place.