12-Part Epic DnD Adventure: The Ring of Sages

Creating your character

If you would like to get started early with Character Creation, please follow these rules: -- Use the Dnd 5e 2024 Rules as much as possible. -- Use only the officially published species, classes, feats, etc. -- Please use the STANDARD ARRAY for your Ability Scores. -- Start at Level 1. Within our "Session Zero," we will have a "Character Creation Workshop" in which we will help each other make progress on our characters. Feel free to check out these links ahead of time so that you know exactly what to expect: Our Session Zero Checklist: https://www.kastelogames.com/news/session-zero-checklist Nick's Homebrew and House Rules: https://www.kastelogames.com/news/homebrew-and-houserules Character Creation Rules and Tips: https://www.kastelogames.com/news/10-easy-steps-for-making-epic-dnd-characters

Preparing for the session

Please follow these steps to ensure that you have everything you need for our game: 1. Pick up your ticket here (on StartPlaying.Games) to reserve your seat around our virtual table. (Only those who reserve a seat will receive a link to our Discord Server.) 2. Download the FREE official Discord app onto your computer: https://discord.com/download 3. Gather your Player Materials: -- A copy of the 2024 D&D Player's Handbook (optional) -- A completed Level 1 Character Sheet -- A set of D&D Player Dice (Digital Dice are available) -- A pencil with note paper for taking notes. -- A Microphone (required) -- Headphones (required)

What Nick "The Gamesmith" brings to the table

Nick the Gamesmith is known for his fast-paced gameplay, immersive worlds, fair rules, and memorable side characters. Players can also expect: -- The chance to LEVEL UP after every other session -- Background ambiance and music -- Voice-based gameplay (No camera or VTT Interaction required) -- Fully-illustrated battle maps during combat -- Fully-voiced NPCs -- Images of Menus, Magical Item Cards, and more!

Homebrew rules

Natural 20s: During combat, a Critical Hit will deal increased “Crunchy Critical” damage. This is calculated by rolling all applicable damage dice and adding their sum to the maximum total possible damage for the attack. Free Item-Switching: During combat, your character may put away a weapon, pull out another, and prepare to attack all in one FREE Action. The same is true for pulling any item out of your pack, like a potion. Drinking Healing Potions: When drunk as a Bonus Action, healing potions restore 2d6 + 2 HP. When drunk as a full Action, they restore up to 14 HP. (No Temporary Hit Points are granted.) Opportunity Attacks: To allow for more movement and cinematic action during combat, all Opportunity Attacks made by player characters, NPCs, villains, and monsters are rolled with disadvantage. Flanking Advantage: Characters who are “flanking” a target may each attack that target with advantage! Characters are “flanking” when they are attacking from opposite sides while staying within 5 feet of their target. A complete list of all Nick’s Homebrew and House Rules can be found here: https://www.kastelogames.com/news/homebrew-and-houserules

How Nick "The Gamesmith" creates a safe table

MAIN HOUSE RULES: All players are expected to follow these rules to ensure that everyone has a fun, fair, and memorable experience: --You May Only Control Your Character: Each player has control over their character's actions and behavior, not the actions or behaviors of others. --A PG-13 Tone: The appropriate tone for the game falls around a PG-13 rating. Please refrain from language, jokes, or character choices that may make others feel uncomfortable. --Focus on the Game: During the game, players are expected to give their full focus and attention to playing the game. This includes taking notes and keeping track of their Character’s hit points, spell slots, class abilities, and other stats. --Don't Interrupt: Please do not talk over other players or the Game Master. --No Cheating: “Metagaming” is not permitted. Players should also be 100% honest about their dice rolls. --Don't Argue with the Game Master: The Game Master’s rulings are final, even if they contradict the game rules as written. STATUS CHECKS: In games like this, depictions of violent combat and intense roleplay are common. However, some moments may become too intense or even triggering for some players. To make sure that everyone is still safe, doing well, and having a fun time, the Dungeon Master (or any player) may call for a “Status Check” during gameplay. At that time, all players are encouraged to respond (as a player) in code with either “Green,” “Yellow,” or “Red.” (X, N, and O Cards can also be used, if preferred.) (This response can be spoken out loud, typed publicly, or messaged to the Dungeon Master privately.) The Dungeon Master will then announce that play will continue or that it is time for a short break. Green (or O) = “I am having fun, let’s keep going!” Yellow (or N) = “I think we should bring the intensity of the scene down or move on.” Red (or X) = “I am not having fun.” or “We should probably take a break.” (Feel free to message the Dungeon Master with additional information to help avoid running into this problem again.)