Treasure Island
“Trust no one. Choose your side. Claim the treasure—or die trying.”
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Weekly / Saturday - 10:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
Campaign Length / 6–10 Sessions
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About the adventure
A Letter Delivered in Haste My dear friend, Once more I must trouble you—though I pray you forgive the urgency— for a matter of the gravest concern has set anchor upon my mind. I have accepted command of a new vessel, the Hispaniola, bound for a voyage that promises both glory and great peril. My employers speak of opportunity, of discovery, of riches beyond measure… yet the shadows behind their words trouble me more with every passing day. I cannot confide all details in ink, but know this: pirates may soon play a role in our venture—bold, cunning men who would slit a throat as easily as they’d raise a glass. The fellow aiding in the hiring of our crew, one Mr. Silver, is a remarkably persuasive man… yet it is the quality of the sailors he recommends that has ignited my deepest suspicions. Thus I appeal to you. I need officers—good, loyal, seaworthy souls whom I would trust at my back when knives are drawn and mutiny brews. I need you. If you would stand with me once again, I beg you make haste to Bristol, England. I will await your arrival aboard the Hispaniola. Know that, as ever, my hopes for your safe and swift journey sail with this letter. Your steadfast friend, Captain Abraham Smollett The Hispaniola, Bristol Harbour The Adventure: Treasure Island Reborn Set sail into a full D&D 5e 2024 reimagining of Robert Louis Stevenson’s Treasure Island—a living, breathing, danger-filled world where you decide the fate of ship, treasure, and crew. You and your companions have been personally summoned by Captain Smollett—a friend, a former commander, a man who smells mutiny on the wind. He knows Long John Silver’s chosen crew is wrong. He knows danger is coming. He knows he needs people he can trust. He hopes that means you. But in this adventure, trust is a rare commodity indeed… Choose Your Allegiance. Choose Your Fate. In this reimagined tale of treachery and gold, you are not bound to the book. Every choice carves a new path: ⚓ Side with Captain Smollett, Doctor Livesay, Squire Trelawney, and Jim Hawkins Protect the ship. Race for the treasure. Outwit, outfight, and outmaneuver the pirates. ☠ Join Long John Silver and the Pirates Mutiny. Ambition. Blood and promise. Claim the treasure—and perhaps the Hispaniola herself. ❖ Become a Third Wild Card Play both sides. Trust no one. Pursue the treasure for your own mysterious reasons. Let neither pirate nor officer stand in your way. Your choices will shape the map, the alliances, and who bleeds on the sand of Skull Island. Why Play? If you love: pirates, peril, and high-seas adventure moral gray choices and shifting alliances classic literature retold with D&D heroics secrets, mutiny, treasure maps, and betrayal epic naval action and deadly island exploration …then this mini-campaign is everything you’ve been waiting for. This isn’t simply Treasure Island—it’s your Treasure Island, forged by your decisions, your loyalties, and the steel you raise when the shouting starts.
Game style
Combat Heavy
Roleplay Heavy
Sandbox / Open World
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
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2 years on StartPlaying
79 games hosted
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Creativity, Storytelling
Average response time: 2 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hello and welcome, I'm RW also known as Avix, I am a lover of many things including TTRPGs, video games, Fantasy, FanFiction, and more. My journey into tabletop RPGs began in early 2011, and since then I've been deeply involved in TTRPGs. With several years of experience as both a Game Master and player, I bring a wealth of knowledge and passion to the table. As a GM I love to craft not only immersive, beautiful worlds, but engaging stories with you. Stories that, through your in-game actions, backstories, choices, and more, focus on what we want to tell together. I invite you to join me as we create better worlds and stories.
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Creating your character
⚓ Character Creation Guidelines Level: All players will begin at 3rd level using the 2024 D&D 5e ruleset. System & Platform: Character sheets, tokens, maps, handouts, and dice rolls will all be managed through Roll20. Approved Material: All 2024 Core Rulebook Classes are fully approved. 2014 material is not generally allowed, with the exception of select legacy options such as the Artificer, which remains permitted. Additional options may be reviewed on a case-by-case basis, but approval is not guaranteed. Session 0 Requirement: All characters must be fully created and finalized by the end of Session 0 so we can launch smoothly into the adventure.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
⚓ Player Preparation To ensure smooth sailing during our sessions, please have the following ready before Session 0: 📣 Communication A Discord account is required for access to our campaign server, session announcements, scheduling, and game-related updates. 🎲 Virtual Tabletop Access A Roll20 account is required for character sheets, battlemaps, tokens, handouts, and dice rolls. All gameplay is hosted through Roll20. 🎙 Voice Requirements You will need a computer or mobile device capable of running Discord and Roll20. A microphone is required for participation in live voice sessions. Video is not required.
What Avix brings to the table
⚓ Premium Features & Player Experience 🗺 Stunning, Fully Realized Maps Beautiful, detailed maps of The Hispaniola, Skull Island, and key locations Strategic layouts for naval encounters, boarding actions, and island exploration Dynamic Lighting & Fog of War to enhance immersion and tension 📜 Custom In-World Handouts & Visuals The captain’s letter and story intro Illustrated treasure maps, pirate notes, coded messages, charter documents NPC art, item cards, and ship manifests for maximum atmosphere 🎭 Cinematic Storytelling & Player-Driven Narrative A reimagined Treasure Island where your choices reshape the tale Play multiple sides: loyal crew, mutineers, or a wildcard faction Rich intrigue, moral dilemmas, and story twists based on your decisions ⚔ Dynamic Combat, Strategy & Exploration Swashbuckling action on deck and ashore Shipboard hazards, storms, ambushes, and pirate skirmishes Secrets hidden throughout Skull Island 👨✈ Full Onboarding & Player Support Step-by-step help with character creation Setting-specific hook suggestions to naturally tie you into the story Friendly, inclusive environment for new and veteran players alike 🎁 Player Rewards & Keepsakes Optional digital “loot” players can keep after the campaign Personalized summaries of your character’s story arc Bonus in-world items, art pieces, and notes for mementos
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Microphone
Computer or Mobile Device
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Safety
How Avix creates a safe table
⚓ Player Safety & Table Standards Your comfort, safety, and enjoyment are top priorities throughout this adventure. To ensure an inclusive and respectful environment, the following tools and practices will be in place: 🛟 Burn Bright Safety Tools (Roll20) We will use the Burn Bright Safety Tools Add-On, providing digital X, N, and O Cards directly within Roll20 for instant, unobtrusive communication during play. 📋 Consent in Gaming Checklist Players will also have access to the Consent in Gaming Checklist (by Monte Cook Games), completed before play to help establish boundaries, preferences, and comfort levels for the entire group. 🚪 Open Door Policy At any time, for any reason, players are welcome to step away, take a break, or leave the session without judgment. Life happens—your well-being comes first. Players may also come to me at any time to discuss anything related to the game. 💬 Ongoing Check-Ins I conduct regular check-ins between and after sessions—both in Discord and privately if needed—to ensure everyone continues to feel safe, comfortable, and supported throughout the campaign.
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