Neon Knights: YEAR ONE | Cyberpunk Superheroes vs Zombies
In a world where justice is for sale and power is hoarded by the few, what kind of hero will you become?
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5 players following this game
Weekly / Friday - 10:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3 hours
3 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
-> TLDR: This campaign is about ordinary people fighting like hell to protect the only thing that still matters amid a collapsing mega-city owned by the Oligarchs and enforced by corporate super "heroes." This game will be ideal for players who enjoy grim cyberpunk atmospheres, grounded superpower analogues, political intrigue, community-building, and stories where ordinary people have the power to shape the future...and zombies...and cyberpunk...and superheroes... -> Experience a world where corporate superheroes stalk the streets like demi-gods and enforce laws that keep the lower class down. Nations are nothing but money-laundering façades, and a permanent winter smothers your city in steel-gray skies. This is capitalism turned predator, devouring everything except the glimmer of hope found in the hidden corners of the city. Your corners. A city on the brink becomes a battleground for the forgotten, the augmented, and the desperate. -> What to expect as a player: ♦️ An immersive open world neo-noir superhero experience in a blending of iconic genres. Neo-noir/Cyberpunk, Superheroes, and Zombies. ♦️ A highly adaptable game system, Cypher will allow you to create the superheroic character of your wildest dreams and explore their story. Starting from the lowest level and rising up to become a true hero in the eyes of the oppressed. ♦️ A dynamic lifepath system to tie your character directly into the politics, districts, and people of a 2099 mega-city ♦️ Shaping the world collaboratively at the table as neighborhoods, factions, and threats are created through character creation and then evolve around your actions. ♦️ Securing your community's future by striking dangerous scores for resources, alliances, and respect. ♦️ Exploring a diverse open-world sandbox driven by your backstories, ambitions, and your chosen stories, where your character will rise above the shackles society placed on them to become a true superhero. -> This campaign will focus on your struggle as a street-level defender of the vulnerable. Someone who isn’t a superhero as of yet, but fakes it with stolen augments, designer drugs, and sheer stubborn will. You’ll build up your neighborhood brick by brick, face the wrath of the corporate Neon Knights, and carve out a spark of hope in a city designed to crush you. Welcome to 2099. Gear up, dose up, and take up the fight for those who can’t.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Sandbox / Open World
Theater of the Mind
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(46)
5 years on StartPlaying
1359 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Inclusive
Average response time: 5 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hello there! I'm Kenny, an experienced professional and full-time gamemaster. With a background in creative writing (B.A.), game design (A.A.), and certifications in narrative design, I bring both structure and spontaneity to every session. I've also designed my own adventure paths, campaign settings, and mechanics, giving me a deep understanding of how story and mechanics can work hand-in-hand. My true passion lies in collaborative storytelling, weaving unforgettable adventures through improv, roleplay, and the dynamic systems of TTRPGs. Whether you're new to the table or a seasoned dice-roller, I’m here to help you explore new worlds, tell epic stories, and, most importantly, have a blast doing it!
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Creating your character
Prior to Session Zero ☑️ Join the group Discord and fill out the Consent Form ☑️ Gain your Role to access your group and meet the others ☑️ Participate in the worldbuilding for the campaign ☑️ Choose to play in One-shots while the game recruits During Session Zero: ☑️ Establish player expectations & review the consent form ☑️ Create our characters using a character creation software ☑️ Roll or select options from the Lifepath system ☑️ Get into the game with a hot start
NO EXPERIENCE NEEDED. ♦️ Weekly, Open-world campaign ♦️ Pregens can be provided THE CREW [TIER ONE] 🔸 A Vicious vigilante (Solo) who is licensed to carry, with a skills and knowledge flavor 🔸 An Engram Tech who learns quickly 🔸 A Brash Solo with a Stealth Flavor who Dances with Dark Matter 🔸 YOU
What to expect
Preparing for the session
✅ Discord account ✅ Create a Forge account to access the VTT -> https://forge-vtt.com/ ✅ Once in the Discord server, you will be given a role that will reveal the next steps for setup.
What KT Beauchamp brings to the table
-> GAME FEEL & TONE ☑️ A gritty, mature, and immersive superhero experience is the goal. A chance for the table to create our own UNIQUE superhero setting. ☑️ Inspired by an insane combination of Cyberpunk, Batman Beyond, 28 Days Later, and The Boys, expect a deep, brutal, engaging, and dehumanizing world for your oppressed and hungry character to inhabit. ☑️ Roleplay-first, danger-always. Impactful and fast combat meets meaningful exploration and complex character interactions. ☑️ Warning: This world pulls no punches. Character death is on the table. Know when to fight, and when to flee. -> GAMEPLAY & PLATFORM ☑️ Run on Foundry VTT, a dynamic and intuitive platform with modded support for smooth and cinematic gameplay. ☑️ Centralized through a fully moderated Discord server complete with reference libraries, game updates, and community spaces. ☑️ Cinematic narration and living NPCs turn every alley, boardroom, and safehouse into a place worth remembering. ☑️ Enhanced by soundscapes, music, and visual flair -> GAME TO GAME EXPERIENCE ☑️ The table is a collaborative writer’s room. Bring your ideas, instincts, and character drama to life. ☑️ Cinematic combat and roleplay: Think in terms of scenes, arcs, and emotional payoff. Every encounter is a story beat. ☑️ Expect deep roleplay with a diverse cast of NPCs, including fully realized romance and follower options. ☑️ Sessions are designed for inclusion, ensuring every player gets spotlight moments across exploration, interaction, and conflict. -> CAMPAIGN EXPERIENCE ☑️ Collaborative worldbuilding: Campaigns are shaped by the table. Vote on key aspects and create a world that feels personal and unique. ☑️ Start with Lifepath generation, tying your backstory into the setting from day one. Your character will have deep ties to this world and those within it. ☑️ Campaigns follow a tier-based “book” structure, allowing for epic arcs while maintaining full player agency. ☑️ Explore a sandbox world that reacts to your decisions, inspired by open-world RPGs like Cyberpunk 2077, Deus Ex series, and The Witcher.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Microphone
Computer
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How KT Beauchamp creates a safe table
- ✅ Consent form (Lines & Veils) - ✅ Session Zero to discuss themes and boundaries - ✅ Open-door policy for concerns - ✅ Regular breaks to reset and recharge - ✅ Game aims to be intense but always fun ☠️ Gameplay Focus (5 Skull Rating) Roleplaying 💀💀💀💀💀 Exploration💀💀💀💀 Politics 💀💀💀 Tactics/Combat 💀💀 Puzzles 💀 ⚠️ Content Warning RATING: R This campaign explores dark and existential themes. Scenes may include violence, mature emotional content, and psychological intensity. Not suitable for children. Player comfort and safety are always prioritized.
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