• THE DELIAN TOMB + BROADHURST • DRAW STEEL • Learn To Play •

Creating your character

In DRAW STEEL, stepping into your hero’s shoes is exciting, cinematic, and simple. To make it easy for new players, I provide 9 pregenerated characters, one for each class, so you can jump straight into the action. These classes include: Tactician – Master of battlefield control and strategy. Fury – A whirlwind of devastating attacks. Conduit – A channeler of arcane or elemental power. Null – A mysterious figure who manipulates fate and probability. Censor – A disciplined enforcer of laws or cosmic balance. Elementalist – A wielder of the raw powers of nature. Shadow – Stealthy, cunning, and deadly from the darkness. Trubador – A charismatic hero whose words and music inspire allies or confound foes. Talent – A versatile adventurer capable of adapting to any situation. These pregenerated heroes are ready to play, with abilities, weapons, and backstory hooks already built in, so you can focus on tactical battles, cinematic storytelling, and heroic choices from the very first session. If you prefer to create your own unique character, I highly recommend the FORGE STEEL application. This user-friendly tool makes character creation fast, intuitive, and fun—even for new players. You can choose your class, customize abilities, design your weapons, and craft a backstory that fits the heroic fantasy world of DRAW STEEL. The app also automatically handles all calculations for combat and abilities, so you can focus entirely on playing and roleplaying your hero. Whether you select a pregenerated character or build your own in FORGE STEEL, you’ll have everything you need to shine at the table. Each hero is designed to feel cinematic in combat and impactful in the story, so no matter who you choose, you’ll be stepping into a legendary adventure where every choice matters and every strike counts. During Session Zero, we’ll go over your character together, answer questions, and make sure you feel confident in your abilities and role. For those creating their own hero, we can also provide guidance and tips on maximizing your class’s strengths, choosing abilities that fit your playstyle, and integrating your backstory into the story arc. With ready-to-play heroes and the flexibility of FORGE STEEL, DRAW STEEL ensures both new and experienced players can jump in with confidence, creativity, and a sense of cinematic heroism. Your legend is waiting—you just need to choose your hero and draw steel.

Preparing for the session

Preparation Getting ready to play is easy! Here’s what you’ll need before your first session: • Create a free Discord account to chat with the group, share character ideas, and join the game sessions. • Create a free Roll20 account to access maps, character sheets, and the virtual tabletop. • Have a stationary computer or laptop for the best experience. • Use a good quality microphone so everyone can hear each other clearly and enjoy immersive roleplay. • Create a character using the FORGE STEEL application and find or create art for your hero. That’s it! If you already use Discord and Roll20, you’re all set. Once you’re ready, you can jump straight into the adventure, and forge your legend!

What GM BRAH brings to the table

What You’ll Get at the Table The "DELIAN TOMB" is more than just a campaign — it’s an adventure that can change the way you play. When you join the table, here’s what awaits: • A GM with a lifetime of experience, guiding the story, keeping the adventure flowing, and creating moments you won’t forget. • Cinematic storytelling that draws you into the scene, with rich descriptions, dramatic tension, and unexpected twists. • Character voices and vivid NPCs that bring the world to life — every villager, merchant, and mysterious stranger feels real. • Immersive music and ambient soundscapes that make combat, exploration, and suspenseful moments feel alive. • Dynamic, tactical encounters that reward creativity, clever thinking, and teamwork, while keeping the pace exciting and engaging. • A flexible approach to gameplay: inventive ideas are encouraged through the Rule of Cool, while Rules as Written keep play fair and consistent. • A growth-focused experience: playing here isn’t just about your character. Your decisions, creativity, and roleplaying skills will evolve, and many players leave each session feeling inspired, confident, and ready for future adventures. Whether you’re stepping into your first campaign or your tenth, the Forge of Heroes offers memorable stories, epic moments, and a table experience that you’ll carry with you long after the dice stop rolling. Step in ready to play, and leave changed as both a hero and a player.

Homebrew rules

DRAW STEEL – House Rules CRITICAL MOMENTUM • When you roll a critical hit, you gain +1 Hero Token immediately. Additionally, when you score a critical hit, you may repeat the same ability you just used. If that ability required spending a Heroic Resource, you do not spend it again—the repeat use is free. • SNEAKING & HIDING When a hero attempts to hide, monsters use a Passive Search instead of rolling. This Passive Search is checked at the moment the hero hides. If a hero has total cover, they are automatically hidden. A hero with total cover remains hidden until an enemy actively searches for them or circumstances clearly reveal them. • RULE OF THE COOL If something is clever, cinematic, or awesome and fits the moment, Rule of the Cool may apply at the GM’s discretion.

How GM BRAH creates a safe table

Epic battles and cinematic stories are only fun if everyone at the table feels safe, respected, and comfortable. That’s why safety isn’t just a rule in my games—it’s a foundation. Clear Expectations from the Start Before the first dice roll, we’ll go over what kind of story we’re telling together. I’ll set the tone for heroic, cinematic tactical fantasy, and you’ll have the chance to share what excites you and what you’d prefer to avoid. Lines, Veils, and Open Communication I use simple but powerful tools like Lines and Veils to make sure boundaries are clear. Lines are hard limits—content that won’t appear in the game at all. Veils are elements that might exist in the world, but fade to black instead of playing out in detail. These tools allow us to embrace the epic and dramatic while avoiding content that makes anyone uncomfortable. Session Zero & Check-Ins Every campaign begins with a Session Zero: a chance to create characters together, align on tone, and establish group expectations. During play, I check in regularly—sometimes quietly, sometimes openly—to make sure everyone is still having fun. If something feels off, you can say so at any time. X-Card & Safety Signals At the table, I include a simple safety signal (like the X-Card, a message in chat, or just saying “pause”) that anyone can use at any moment. No explanation required, no judgment—just an immediate adjustment so play can continue in a safe direction. Respect Above All Most importantly, respect guides every session. Players are encouraged to support each other, give everyone time in the spotlight, and collaborate rather than compete. My role is to ensure no one feels excluded, pressured, or dismissed. Epic, Not Harmful DRAW STEEL is about heroism in the face of impossible odds. The battles are dangerous, the villains dramatic, and the stakes high—but the players themselves are always safe. The goal is tension without harm, challenge without discomfort, and drama without trauma. By combining these tools, I create a table where you can take risks in the story without worry in real life. Where you can fight epic battles, betray villains, clash with destiny—and know the space around you is supportive, respectful, and safe. When you sit down to play DRAW STEEL, you can focus fully on what matters most: your choices, your tactics, and your story. Because safety isn’t the end of fun—it’s what makes the most unforgettable adventures possible.