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The Sleeper - Daggerheart One-Shot/Void Classes Available
Strange things are afoot in Bael’s Crossing. Whatever’s wrong here has been ignored for a long time, and it won’t stay ignored much longer.
$10.00
/ Session
Details
Once / Wednesday - 12:00 AM UTC
Jan 14
Session Duration / 3–3.5 hours
5 / 5 Seats Filled
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Schedule
Meet your party members
5/5
About the adventure
Welcome to Bael’s Crossing System: Daggerheart | Level: 1 | Playtime: ~3 hours Tone: Psychological horror and creeping unease Setting: Bael’s Crossing — a quiet town in Duskmere where nothing is obviously wrong. Touchstones: Twin Peaks by way of The X-Files — quiet towns, polite denial, and horror that waits for you to notice it. ⸻ 🌙 Session Variants 🛏️ The Sleeper — Tues 1/13 A resident of Bael’s Crossing has not woken in days. At night, the house doesn’t stay quiet. Whatever is happening grows bolder the longer it’s ignored. 🌒 The Dream — Thurs 1/15 Multiple townsfolk share the same recurring dream of a mourning woman whispering, “Tell them I didn’t drown.” Each night, the dream spreads — and the woman draws closer. ⸻ 🌟 Void Playtest Materials Available! 🌟 Create a fresh character using expanded options — or bring your own to Bael’s Crossing. ⸻ 🌫️ About the Town Bael’s Crossing is a place that runs on routine. People greet one another by name, keep their worries small, and prefer not to ask questions that don’t have easy answers. When odd things happen, they’re dismissed politely and quickly. Lately, though, those reassurances don’t carry the same weight. Small details don’t line up. Conversations end a little too early. And everyone seems to agree that whatever’s wrong, it’s best not to dwell on it. That’s when problems tend to grow. ⸻ 🕯️ What to Expect • Psychological & Small-Town Horror: Unease built through atmosphere, implication, and denial. • Roleplay-Forward Mystery: Learn the town through its people — and what they avoid saying. • Escalating Stakes: The longer things go unanswered, the harder they are to stop. • Beginner Friendly: Level 1, ideal for players who enjoy investigation, tension, and meaningful choices. ⏳ Duration: ~3–3.5 hours 🎲 Pre-generated characters available, or bring your own 🌈✊🏾 Inclusive Space: LGBTQ+ and BIPOC players are welcomed and celebrated here.
Game style
Combat Lite
Roleplay Heavy
Rules as Written (RaW)
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(28)
2 years on StartPlaying
66 games hosted
Highly rated for: Teacher, Creativity, Inclusive
About me
Hi, I’m Rob Duke (dukeotaku on Discord). I’m a passionate Game Master with 15+ years of experience crafting immersive, player-driven adventures. I’ve hosted 50+ games on StartPlaying and run a variety of systems – from D&D 5E classics to the newest indie RPGs. In fact, I was an early adopter of Daggerheart and Tales of the Valiant, running them from day one. Players have rated me highly for my creativity, teaching approach, and inclusive table, so you can trust that you’re in good hands for a memorable game night. “Rob’s worldbuilding and collaborative style are unparalleled – he makes every character feel crucial to the story.” – ★★★★★ Player Review 🤝🏻 What to Expect in My Games 🤝🏻 ♦️ Story First: Deep characters, meaningful choices, and roleplay-heavy sessions (about 70/30 RP to combat). ♦️ Beginner Friendly: New to tabletop games? I’ll teach you as we play. No prep required — just bring curiosity. ♦️Safety & Comfort: LGBTQ+, BIPOC, and neurodivergent players welcome. I use tools like the Deck of Player Safety to keep play kind and respectful. 📖 Campaign Tones & Genres 📖 I tailor every campaign’s tone to your preferences. Here are some of the flavors I love to run: ♦️ Cozy Fantasy: Warm, feel-good adventures where the stakes are personal and the world feels like home. ♦️ Romantasy: Epic tales of love and magic – heartfelt narratives where relationships drive the story. ♦️ Dark Fantasy: Gritty, suspenseful worlds with morally gray dilemmas. Every choice has weight and consequences. ♦️ Grimdark: Brutal, high-stakes quests where survival isn’t guaranteed. Perfect if you enjoy intense challenges and a darker tone. (Not sure what tone you prefer? We’ll figure it out together in Session 0 so it fits the experience you want!) 🌈 A Community That Lasts 🌈 Join our Discord community, where players hang out between games for watch parties, board-game nights, and creative collaboration. It’s a place where stories don’t end when the session does. Become a member at tinyurl.com/TheSagaForge 💰 Pricing 💰 ♦️ One-Shots: $15 (or $5 during holiday promos!) ♦️ Campaigns: $20 per session Loyalty Rewards: Discord members earn discounts and early access to new adventures. 🎲 Ready to Play? 🎲 Send me a message or book your session today. Pull up a chair — your next saga is waiting for you.
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Creating your character
You may bring your own characters to this one shot. Pregens will be available.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
🛠️ What You’ll Need: Access to Zoom and Forge VTT A working microphone and webcam (this is an interactive, live session) Access to our Discord server (link provided upon registration)
What Rob Duke brings to the table
I will share materials through Forge VTT, allowing you to explore character options. I have pregen characters or you can bring your own.
Homebrew rules
None.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Webcam
Platforms used
Safety
How Rob Duke creates a safe table
This One Shot is designed for horror. We will use the Deck of Players Safety and breaks.
Content warnings
Safety tools used