Eboncrest Mines: The First Surge | Entry to D&D
When impish elementals flee corrupted mines, a city teeters on war's edge. Can you save a diplomat and prevent disaster before sundown?
$25.00
/ Session
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Once / Friday - 4:30 PM UTC
Dec 5
Session Duration / 3 hours
1 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
The mining city of Radeguard faces its darkest hour. The once-profitable Eboncrest Mines now pulse with unstable wild magic, driving panicked elementals called Elemin into the streets. These child-like creatures aren't attacking—they're terrified—but their chaotic "play" is tearing the city apart. The Guard Captain has lost patience with diplomacy and plans to seal the mines at sundown, trapping anyone inside. The Guild's negotiator, Saria, ventured below hours ago and hasn't returned. You have until the sun touches the horizon to save her and prevent a war. PERFECT FOR NEW PLAYERS Never played D&D before? This one-shot is designed specifically to teach you everything you need to know while having an amazing adventure! We'll learn by doing! WHAT YOU'LL EXPERIENCE: ⚔️ COMBAT - Fight magical creatures and learn how attacks, damage, and tactical decisions work 🗺️ EXPLORATION - Navigate dangerous tunnels, solve environmental puzzles, and discover secrets 💬 SOCIAL INTERACTION - Talk your way past obstacles, make allies, and influence the story's outcome 🎲 CORE MECHANICS - Roll dice, use your character's abilities, and understand how D&D actually works ⏰ MEANINGFUL CHOICES - Your decisions shape the fate of the city, Saria, and the innocent Elemin 🎭 ROLEPLAY FRIENDLY - Jump into character as much or as little as you want. There's no wrong way to play! This adventure teaches you D&D naturally through an exciting story with a ticking clock. By the end, you'll understand how to play and be ready for your next adventure! ALL EXPERIENCE LEVELS WELCOME - Just bring your imagination and a willingness to be a hero!
Game style
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Roleplay Lite
Roleplay Heavy
Combat Heavy
Combat Lite
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(9)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Creativity, World Builder, Teacher
About me
I’ve been playing and GMing for over 20 years. I love telling stories together with my players: The dice set the stakes, and we discover the plot as we go. I thrive in improvisation and I use published modules for inspiration when they serve the table. Right now I GM for three in‑person groups (2 D&D + 1 Daggerheart) and two online groups (D&D), and I play in another campaign (D&D) with friends. My tables are collaborative, character‑forward, and paced to keep decisions meaningful. Expect clear session outlines, safety tools up front, and flexible rulings that favor fun and momentum over rule‑lawyering. If you bring curiosity and a character you care about, I’ll bring a living world, memorable NPCs, and challenges that reward creativity.
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Creating your character
Before the One-Shot, I will help you figure out how to create your character. I'm also providing multiple pre-generated characters to choose from.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You need: - a dndbeyond.com Account - Discord I can help setting up either.
What Hermann brings to the table
I try to do voices consistently. I use ambient music. Combat is, most of the time, more than just "who can beat the other one faster" but have alternative goals. Homebrew items and spells for the players to find and choose.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Webcam
Platforms used
Safety
How Hermann creates a safe table
Before starting the One-Shot and at the beginning of the session we will discuss all necessary aspects to feel as safe as possible. I will share a linkt to a Lines & Veils form beforehand.
Content warnings
Safety tools used