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Build Your Own Storybook World & Then Adventure In It | š³ļøāšGM
Forge a living world together; every region, myth, & event born from our shared imagination. A high fantasy realm built by us, then played by us.
$40.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Tuesday - 10:00 PM UTC
Mar 17 / Session 7
Session Duration / 2.5ā3 hours
Campaign Length / 50ā100 Sessions
5 / 6 Seats Filled
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Meet your party members
5/6
About the adventure
Welcome to the high fantasy world we build together! This isnāt just about learning a new system. Itās about creating something that feels alive. Before dice hit the table, weāll shape the world as a group; its places, people, myths, and mysteries. ā¢ Build the setting together. From small villages to great cities, from whispered rumors to legendary figures, every detail comes from our collective imagination. ā¢ Weave your stories early. Create ties between characters, shared pasts, rivalries, and friendships that matter when the adventure begins. ā¢ Trade ideas and rumors. Every secret or story someone adds becomes part of the living world weāll explore. ā¢ Then we play in it. Every session builds on what weāve made, turning choices into consequences and connections into legend. Letās make something unforgettable together. Collaborative worldbuilding & storytelling at it's finest! [Note: We will begin with the starter adventure, Sablewood Messengers, incorporating it into our world, then continuing afterwards with our own custom adventures!] [[Beginner & LGBTQIA2S+ Friendly]] -------------------------------- š£See what Carlos has to say about my GM'ing: "I'd been curious about DnD for ages, but always held back b/c the whole "roleplaying" thing felt intimidating. Enter Leland, who made my first session absolutely magical. Even before we started, Leland was amazing. He walked me through character creation with so much patience and enthusiasm that I actually felt excited instead of nervous. Once we jumped into the game, it was clear immediately how much heart Leland pours into his campaigns. His voice acting?š¤. Every npc has their own distinct personality and voice, which brought the whole world to life. What really sets Leland apart for me is his genuine welcome to newcomers and his encouragement to participate, using simple prompts that let everyone shine at the table. He champions ideas, encourages creativity, and creates a supportive atmosphere that makes you feel like you've been playing ttrpgs forever. I was having so much fun that I didn't hesitate to join a second campaign of his! If you're on the fence about trying a ttrpg, Leland is your person. He turned my hesitation into pure excitement, and I look forward to our weekly sessions! Couldn't recommend him more highly."
Game style
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Roleplay Heavy
Sandbox / Open World
Realm Building
Hexcrawl / Exploration
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(128)
3 years on StartPlaying
1050 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Storytelling
Average response time: 18 hours
Response rate: 75%
About me
Hey everyone, it's me, Leland, aka Leopold the Just in most social media spaces! Iāve been deeply invested in tabletop RPGs since the start of the millennium, & I still love every second of every game I run or play. Aside from that, some of my other interests include going to music events, board gaming, playing strategy & RPG video games, camping, traveling, eating delicious food, learning more about science & art, getting tattoos, going to aquariums & museums, & much, much more. As a GM, my storytelling focus is on strange events, haunted & horrific places, emotional buy-in & consequences during roleplay, & NPCs you wonāt forget. I run everything from cozy slice-of-life games to bleak horror, sometimes both in the same session. If you love group storytelling & want to play in an immersive world that feels alive, then Iām the right GM for you. --- What to expect at my table & in my community: ā¢ Sessions with a strong narrative focus on character development ā¢ Action-packed, descriptive combat that keeps you on the edge of your seat ā¢ A living world where NPCs react & evolve based on your choices ā¢ Shared storytelling that includes everyone, with collaborative worldbuilding that lets you leave your mark ā¢ A chill, inclusive space where everyone is welcome & every identity is valued ā¢ Exclusive $5 community one-shots for active members, bringing players from across tables together for fresh stories & shared adventures ā¢ Regular community events: exclusive access to my discord video game streams, board game nights, video watch-parties, & a live Kenku FM radio station; all to offer recreation during downtime between sessions So go ahead & pull up a virtual seat. Letās tell some stories together!
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Creating your character
Given that this is a new game, we will get together during session 0, and make them together! We will follow the step by step instructions in the book as a group, and then take some time to establish relationships between these characters afterwards, using collaborative lore building methods.
We will create characters together during s0!
What to expect
Preparing for the session
āļø Download the zoom desktop client here: https://us05web.zoom.us/download#client_4meeting (This is where we will host our games during live play. Video is completely optional.) āļø Join the Discord community and connect with fellow adventurers. āļø I will also provide a Roll20 link for the campaign. Sign up or log in to Roll20 and join the campaign using the provided link. āļø Have a Demiplane account āļø If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to Leopold or fellow players in the Discord community. ----------------- New to StartPlaying? You can also get $10 off your first session by signing up for your account using this link! https://startplaying.games/referral/cl4q1psp46euhbopk07tp42dx
What Leland House Jr. brings to the table
š² Access to a Discord server to chat with other players and stay connected between games š² Roll20 link for virtual play, including maps, character sheets, and chat š² Connections with affordable character artists who can render your character exactly how you imagine it š² Detailed maps to help you track the world and your place in it š² Help with character creation, whether youāre new or just want a second opinion š² Storytelling that focuses on choices, consequences, and moments that stick š² Roleplay and voice work to bring NPCs and scenes to life š² Balanced challenges built for smart choices, not just strong stats š² A space where everyone is welcome and treated with respect š² Support for new players and space for veterans to dig deep into the story š² Music, sound, and visuals to set the mood and build the world š² A table where everyone gets time to act, react, and shape the session š² Sessions that aim to tell stories worth remembering, together
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Webcam
Platforms used
Safety
How Leland House Jr. creates a safe table
I'll have everyone submit lines/veils/interests via DMs, then I will distribute a pdf document for the other players to have on hand or have it as a handout in the VTT of choice. Then we'll go over them during session 0, along with making characters and doing some collaborative storytelling to establish relationships between said characters. I typically post a custom agenda the day before session 0 begins.
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