šŸ’€ Age of Umbra | Dark, Eerie, High Roleplay

šŸ’€ Age of Umbra | Dark, Eerie, High Roleplay

In a dying world of relentless shadow and nightmarish monsters, communities hold fast to the light, hoping to find a way to save this broken realm...

TYPE

Campaign

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
3 NEEDED TO START
$25.00

/ Session

Details

Weekly / Thursday - 2:30 PM UTC

Session Duration / 2–2.5 hours

0 / 5 Seats Filled

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About the adventure

šŸ†•Daggerheart šŸ›  Player-Driven Worldbuilding šŸ’€Deadly, Dangerous, Daunting šŸŒ§ļøGrim, Ominous, Terrifying, Tragic 🪨Touchstones; Dark Souls, Beserk, The Walking Dead šŸ“– The Story A century has passed since the God-King Othedias betrayed the Pantheon, provoking divine punishment and abandonment by the gods that left the realm of the Halcyon Domain shattered, desolate, and eternally cursed. Throughout this shadow-choked land of decaying fortresses and dreadful monstrosities, surviving communities cling to hope in the face of lightless oblivion. In an Age of Umbra campaign, you’ll play heroic survivors who protect their community from the terrors beyond their walls, venture out into the unknown to hunt the nightmares that twist and grow with each fallen soul, seek answers to the curses that corrupt this world, and perhaps even discover a way to change its fate. šŸŽ­ Top-Notch Voice Acting! šŸŽ¼ Immersive Music & SFX šŸ³ļøā€šŸŒˆ LGBTQ+ Friendly šŸ’­ What to Expect You can expect to be part of a unique story set in the Age of Umbra; a dreary and Gloomy realm of fallen Gods and lost hope. The last dregs of civilisation are inhabited by "The Enduring", people who hold tightly to their sacred pyres. But danger is ever present, and your journey will take you deep into the darkness. You can expect themes like; Apocalypse, Corruption, Darkness vs Light, Hope, Redemption, Survival There is no pre-set adventure, nor a level cap. Instead, story beats and narrative hooks will be taken from inspiration in Session 0. Be prepared that your character could die, and could die horrifically. šŸ™‹ā€ā™‚ļø About Me I'm Euan, a Professional Game Master with seven years of experience. Armed with a Master of Arts Degree in Drama and a wealth of theatrical expertise, I craft immersive, high-roleplay experiences. Expect fully-voiced NPCs and a world shaped by your actions. With multiple games weekly, I ensure each session maintains a professional standard.

Game style

Sandbox / Open World

Roleplay Heavy

Meet the Game Master
Streamer
LGBTQ+
Neurodivergent
Artist
Voice Actor

4 years on StartPlaying

1103 games hosted

Highly rated for: Voices, Creativity, Storytelling

Average response time: 24+ hours

Response rate: 100%

About me

šŸŽ­ Actor | āš”ļø Storyteller | 🧠 Neurodivergent | 🌈 He/Him Hail, adventurers! I’m Euan, a trained actor with a Master's Degree in Drama and a lifelong love of tabletop roleplaying games. Whether you're brand new to TTRPGs or a seasoned hero, I’m here to guide you through thrilling stories, emotional character moments, and unforgettable adventures. You won’t just walk away with treasure, you’ll gain unique memories and new friends who shared the journey with you. šŸ‘‹ About Me • I’m an actor, filmmaker, music lover, and dedicated gamer. • A huge Critical Role fan, which as strongly influence my playstyle; expect roleplay-heavy sessions. • I’m bisexual and neurodivergent, and I believe passionately that TTRPGs are for everyone. Inclusion is NOT optional, it's essential! 🫓 What I Offer • Odyssey Campaigns: Games that last multiple years. • Long-Term Campaigns: 6–12+ month epics across bigger campaigns. • Mini-Campaigns: 2–5 month arcs for a tighter, more focused experience. • One-Shots: Great for new players or a one-night-only adventure. • Homebrew & Official Modules: Pick your flavour; a story you can pick, or one you discover. • Event Games: Hosting a party, team-building day, or themed event? I can run the perfect game for your group. 🐲 Why Adventure With Me? • šŸŽ“ Trained Actor: I hold both a BA and MA in Drama, bringing characters to life with immersive, reactive roleplay and a range of unique NPC voices; Humanoid and Beyond! • 🧠 Experienced GM: I’ve run countless games, paid and unpaid, online and in person. You’re in capable hands. • šŸŽµ Music & SFX: I provide tailor made music & SFX for every game through Syrinscape. • šŸ’°Investment: I invest in my games; maps, artwork, music, and more. II ensure money goes BACK into my games to keep making them better! • šŸ“– Loads of Content: I offer access to a rich library of official material to support your character and your journey. šŸ›”ļø Safe, Welcoming Spaces • 🚫 Zero Tolerance for Bigotry of any kind. • 🧰 I make use of TTRPG safety tools to ensure everyone is comfortable, respected, and having fun. Let’s roll some dice, tell great stories, and have fun. Adventure awaits, will you answer the call?

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Character creation

Creating your character

DO NOT FULLY DECIDE BEFORE SESSION 0! Part of Daggerheart is co-operative character creation with connections and shared worldbuilding. Please do not fully settle on a character with a backstory before Session 0. Characters will begin at level 1, with intial discussions on character creation happening in Session 0. Players then will create the character sheets in their own time, but can contact me if they need support. Characters will be made on Demiplane (where my content is stored and shared).

The current party

The game will take place weekly at the same day/time, played on Roll20. Game Length: 2 hours Sign ups within a certain threshold of the start time will be brought into the session the following week due to onboarding process. Please check the listing to see if there is a warning. As a rule of thumb, if you join a game within 12 hours of the start time, this will apply.

What to expect

Preparing for the session

- A mic to talk, headphones/noise cancellation, & a stable internet connection are necessary. - You will need an account for; Discord, Roll20, Demiplane and (optionally) Syrinscape. - Sync Roll20 & Demiplane accounts. Step-by-step process can be found here - https://help.roll20.net/hc/en-us/articles/30156598786327-Demiplane-and-Roll20-Account-Integration#h_01JN261FYNS0BB4TX03T56C94J - Level 1 Character Sheet must be prepared before Session 1 (but I can help if contacted before game), details of character creation will be gone over in Session 0. - (Optional) Download a piece of free software called Syrinscape Online Player to recieve music and sounds (discussed in Session 0). There is an option to use the player through a browser without a requirement for any downloads.

What Euan Buddie brings to the table

šŸŽ­ Dynamic Roleplay Trained in acting, I bring every NPC to life with distinct voices and personalities. Experience fully immersive interactions as your character. THEATRE KIDS will love my games! šŸŽµ Atmospheric Audio Using Syrinscape, I craft immersive soundscapes with ambient noise, music, and effects; whether it’s a busy market or a dragon’s lair, every scene will feel like you're really there. šŸŒ Immersive Worlds I primarily run games on Roll20, using official, purchased or custom-built maps tailored to your adventure. From spooky dungeons to bustling cities, every location feels alive, with tokens and assets that bring encounters to life. šŸ“š Comprehensive Digital Tools My Roll20/D&Dbeyond/Demiplane compendium gives you seamless access to character options, spells, and items, ensuring a smooth creation process and the resources you need to create the character of your dreams. āš”ļø Thrilling Combat Expect exciting combat, cinematically described. I like to include environmental effects to make fights even more dynamic. I balance rules and creativity to make each fight epic and memorable. šŸ“– Story-Driven Adventures Your decisions ripple through the world, shaping a narrative that’s uniquely yours. It’s more than monsters and loot, this is a tale of your party. Whether you're in a homebrew game, or a pre-written module, anticipate that you have agency, and your actions have consequences. šŸ¤ Player-Focused Philosophy I’m here to challenge and inspire, not defeat you. Your character's growth and heroism are my priority, and together we’ll create an unforgettable adventure.

Homebrew rules

N/A

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Microphone

Headphones

Safety

How Euan Buddie creates a safe table

The game will be using Lines and Veils to ensure a comfortable experience for all players. This is done via a joined sheet which everyone is able to see, but it is completely anonymous. Session 0 will discuss; Code of Confuct, Game Mechanics, Character Creation, Campaign Context, and give oppertunity for questions. I will use the "Deck of Player Safety" to collect content to avoid in the campaign (which will be available before the start of the game); this provides an anonymous means of putting forward lines (boundaries or content not to be crossed) for the game. 2 Hour long session (plus an extra hour for overrun), 5-10 minute break midway. Debreif at the end (included within time).

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