Blood on the Moonsea Ride [lv5] DnD Mystery Mini-Campaign [3x3h]

Creating your character

When you join, you’ll receive a link to select a pre-gen character and backstory. Blood on the Moonsea Ride uses DnD 5E 2024 rules. Characters start at 5th level, with an additional 100 GP worth of equipment in their inventory. Choose from eight characters (female and male versions) spanning eight classes and six species. Backstories are 200-250 words (one-minute read). Please review your character stats and backstory before the session—they tie directly into the adventure. Backstories are fixed, but characters can be customized within set options; you’ll receive guidance in the link. *** WHAT PLAYERS ARE SAYING: “One of the best, if not the very best, world-builders and storytellers I’ve experienced in my >20 years of D&D. Incredibly creative and easily flows with off-the-wall ideas. He ran a roleplay-heavy one-shot. Yes, you read that right. Run, don't walk, to sign up. You won’t regret it.” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Mike "The Deep Dice puts incredible thought behind the narrative to make sure every pre-made character can be played how you want and seamlessly fit into the world. His adventure structure is carving a new way to run pre-written stories for DMs that makes players excited for whatever pre-made character comes with the adventure." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Unfound Fables “I'm 17 years into D&D and The Deep Dice is possibly the best DM in all my experience. He prioritizes exciting narrative and player agency, and readily incorporates creative player suggestions. I've played two of his one-shots and will play again!” ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ AlexInDnD "I had never run a game with a pre-generated character before, as I am a very picky individualist, and he made it work. The guy is overflowing with engagement and enthusiasm." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Nathan "He managed to weave several stories together that made the players themselves push the narrative along." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Álex Lopez "The story was very well written, and it allowed for the player characters to interact in fun and interesting ways. I'd definitely sign up for his campaigns!" ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Tyler "We had a great story to follow that was laced with intrigue and inter-party strife. We were able to act out our characters in the way we saw fit and to great success. Would definetely recommend." ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Dylan

Preparing for the session

🚨 ATTENTION: WEBCAM AND CLEAN AUDIO MANDATORY TO PLAY 🚨 When you join, you’ll receive links to these FREE resources: • Discord Server — Select your pre-gen backstory, meet your party, join our audio/video channel to play, and message me with any questions. • DnD Beyond Campaign — Claim your pre-gen character sheet. • Lines & Veils Survey — Set your hard and soft limits. • Roll20 Campaign — Join the VTT. • Beyond20 — Connect DnD Beyond and Roll20 with this browser extension. New to StartPlaying? Get $10 off by signing up with this link: https://startplaying.games/referral/cm798mjt70005czy48dke2gc7

What The Deep Dice brings to the table

❤️ Inclusive, Respectful, and Collaborative Table • Everyone is welcome • We share the spotlight and make the story together 🎭 Pre-Gen Heroes that Matter • Eight level-5 pre-gens across eight classes and six species • Backstories and personal quests woven into the adventure • Built-in party tensions and alliances for engaging roleplaying 📘 Ready to Play on DnD Beyond • Eight prebuilt character sheets • Shared access to the PHB 2024 🎬 Cinematic Storytelling • Open outcomes: the world bends to your choices without breaking • Foreshadowed twists that land with impact • Mysteries that ripple—intrigue, betrayal, and redemption • NPCs with layers—harrowing, heartfelt, or hilarious • Tactical combats that reward smart planning and creativity 🎨 Commissioned Visuals • 16 PC portraits (8 female, 8 male) • 9 scene and NPC illustrations • 4 tactical maps with dynamic lighting on Roll20 ⚔️ The Deep Dice • 10k followers on Instagram • 8k downloads on DMs Guild • Author of The Ultimate Guide to Characters That Matter

How The Deep Dice creates a safe table

Content Warning: PG-13 LINES & VEILS SURVEY When you join, you’ll receive a link to a short Lines & Veils survey (hard and soft limits). Please complete it at least one hour before the game. I’ll compile an anonymized summary as a handout on our VTT and briefly review it with the group before we start. BREAKS We’ll take a 10-minute break halfway through the session. At any time, if a line is crossed or anyone feels uncomfortable, any player—or I—can call a break. We’ll pause to reset and discuss adjustments. I’ll speak with players privately if needed.