Web of Shadows

Web of Shadows

Darkness rises as Lolth’s followers march to war. In the depths of the Underdark, will you stand against the Spider Queen—or be caught in her web?

TYPE

Campaign

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Beginner

AGE

18+
2 NEEDED TO START
$40.00

/ Session

Details

Weekly / Saturday - 5:00 PM UTC

Session Duration / 3 hours

Campaign Length / 50–75 Sessions

3 / 7 Seats Filled

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About the adventure

“Absence of light results in darkness. So, what results from the absence of Good? The Underdark is a place with very little of either.” - Mordenkainen In the endless tunnels of the Underdark, Lolth—the Spider Queen, the Weaver of Webs, the Mistress of Lies—has begun her most ambitious conquest yet. After centuries of scheming and setbacks, the Dark Seldarine have united under her banner, and their sights are set on the surface. Drow forces move like shadows beneath the world, preparing to strike at civilization with terrifying precision. Heroes are needed—not just to survive the horrors below, but to stop a goddess’s vision of domination from unfolding. Web of Shadows is a high-stakes D&D campaign that takes players from humble beginnings to mythic heights as they face the rise of Lolth’s legions. Set in a rich tapestry woven from Out of the Abyss, Rise of the Drow, and classic modules like Queen of the Demonweb Pits, this adventure explores the depths of the Underdark—political intrigue, ancient evils, terrifying monsters, and god-touched destiny. Will you brave the darkness and challenge the Queen in her own web, or will you fall prey to the lies and betrayals that await in the lightless deep?

Meet the Game Master

5.0

(252)

Neurodivergent

5 years on StartPlaying

1642 games hosted

Highly rated for: Teacher, Inclusive, Knows the Rules

Average response time: 2 hours

Response rate: 100%

About me

“May your journey be grand, your adventures vast, and your tales be told for ages to last!” - DM Bob Yo Hail and well met, brave adventurers. I am DM Bob Yo, your guide in the realm of Dungeons & Dragons! With more than four decades of storytelling experience, I have taken countless adventurers through mystical lands, guiding them in battles against legendary beasts and in quests for long-lost artifacts. My heart lies in welcoming newcomers to our grand tradition, ensuring a seamless initiation into this wondrous pastime. My table is a place of inclusivity and respect, where every player, from every walk of life, can partake in the creation of epic sagas. As a Dungeon Master who blends the wisdom of the old ways with the openness of the new, I am dedicated to crafting a space that celebrates creativity, diversity, and camaraderie. From cozy living rooms to bustling conventions, from local game shops to the serenity of seaside escapades, my campaigns have unfolded. Now, I extend my hand to you. Embark on a journey with me, and together, let’s weave a narrative that will echo through the ages. Enlist in an adventure with DM Bob Yo today, and let the dice fall where they may!

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Character creation

Creating your character

Character creation should be done either in DnDBeyond or Fantasy Grounds prior to our first session. Players will be given a link to join my DnDBeyond campaign, which will give them access to all of the published Dungeons & Dragons character options. Ability scores should be either point buy or standard array. Optionally, you may roll ability scores in the campaign Discord channel using Avrae (I can walk you through it if you're not sure how).

What to expect

Preparing for the session

Prior to play, you'll want to have both Fantasy Grounds Unity (the Free DEMO version is fine) and Discord installed on your devices. If you've not used these services before, don't worry! Newbies are more than welcome, and I try to make myself available to anyone ahead of time who needs technical assistance.

What DM Bob Yo brings to the table

I bring the story and all of the maps/mechanical necessities. I also provide access to a shared DnDBeyond campaign containing all of the character creation options.

Equipment needed to play

Computer

Microphone

Safety

How DM Bob Yo creates a safe table

Because of the delicate nature of the subject matter, only players 18+ will be allowed in this campaign. In addition to safety tools in session zero, we'll talk about how these sensitive topics will be treated in a way that everyone at the table feels respected, seen, and heard.

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