Lichemaster - An Epic Tale of Survival, Horror and Apple Brandy.

Lichemaster - An Epic Tale of Survival, Horror and Apple Brandy.

When a simple tomb-raiding expedition goes wrong, can you uncover the truth and defend the innocent from a threat that was never properly put to rest?

TYPE

Campaign

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
1 SEAT LEFT
$26.00

/ Session

Details

2 players following this game

Bi-weekly / Monday - 7:30 AM UTC

Aug 24 / Session 1

Session Duration / 3–3.5 hours

Campaign Length / 8–10 Sessions

3 / 4 Seats Filled

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Schedule

Mon, Aug 24 | 7:30 AM – Session 1

Mon, Sep 07 | 7:30 AM – Session 2

Mon, Sep 21 | 7:30 AM – Session 3

Mon, Oct 05 | 7:30 AM – Session 4

Mon, Oct 19 | 7:30 AM – Session 5

Mon, Nov 02 | 8:30 AM – Session 6

Mon, Nov 16 | 8:30 AM – Session 7

Mon, Nov 30 | 8:30 AM – Session 8

Mon, Dec 14 | 8:30 AM – Session 9

Meet your party members

3/4

About the adventure

It sounds like easy coin: scouting, mapping, and collecting local legends for a historical book. But as you arrive at the mist-shrouded monastery, the air grows cold and the monks whisper of the "Ghost of the Crags" and what begins as a simple scholarly contract soon turns into a nightmare of survival. Eight sessions, three Fate Points. Can you survive the Lichemaster? The old school WFRP Classic updated for the 4.5e Grim and Perilous variant of the modern 4e rules.

Game style

Roleplay Heavy

Rule of Cool (RoC)

Theater of the Mind

Rules as Written (RaW)

Puzzle / Mystery Focused

Meet the Game Master

5.0

(7)

Podcaster

Less than a year on StartPlaying

Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Beginner Friendly

About me

I’m Wayland (or Wēland in Old English), a GM with over 40 years of experience running tabletop roleplaying games. I am the founder and chair of one of London’s largest weekly roleplaying communities: www.diceonthehill.co.uk I also host the RPG Blokes Podcast. You can check us out: www.rpgblokes.com.

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Character creation

Creating your character

If you have an hour or so before your first session, we can complete full character creation together, just head over to the Discord and we’ll get you fully set up, or we can do so via the messaging channels here. If time is tight, I can provide guidance beforehand so you can complete your character independently prior to Session One. Your dice will need to be rolled for transparency either through our Discord Channel or here. Or I can provide a pre-rolled PC for your first session, based upon some initial quick choices and we can flesh things out asap afterwards.

The current party

We currently have an Initiate of Ranald and Bretonnian Soldier, both human. Session One is scheduled for Monday 10th August - 8.45am BST. We will begin with 3 or 4 players. Future sessions will be held fortnightly up until the end of the year.

What to expect

Preparing for the session

Join the Campaign Discord Channel. This is the hub for lore, rules discussion, and out-of-game updates. You won't have to join this, and we can communicate in other ways if you like. If you'd like to pop in now, take a look, check out the rules, and ask me some questions before you sign up, then please do. https://discord.gg/ETMXrWHZ Create a Let's Role Account. We will use Let’s Role as our virtual tabletop. It is a very lightweight system used only for battle maps, providing images, and for rolling dice. https://lets-role.com While it can be done on mobile, a desktop or laptop is preferable, the larger the screen, the better for you viewing maps and bits and pieces. The campaign link will be provided to you once you join. Set up Zoom. Our sessions run on Zoom. A dedicated private link will be sent to you privately before the session begins. Hardware. You will need a good quality microphone and a decent internet connection. Regarding video, I will always use it as a GM so you will see me; however, whether you use yours or not is entirely up to you if it makes you feel more comfortable. This setup does not require a high-powered PC.

What Wayland brings to the table

I provide the full WFRP 4.5e Grim and Perilous Edition PDF Ruleset via a private Dropbox link. For those who prefer the traditional feel of paper and pencil locally, there are sheets available designed to be printed easily. Alternatively, I offer a Google Form character sheet which allows you to manage your PC online and share your progress more easily with me for ongoing feedback and advice. Our sessions are held on Zoom, and the private link will be sent to you directly. Between sessions, our dedicated Discord channel serves as our community hub to discuss rules, clarify mechanics, and discuss the dynamics of the game. You do not need to be familiar with the WFRP system. In fact, even if you have never role-played before I am more than happy to guide you. This game is particularly suited to new players who want to jump straight into a story without the pressure of "homework." My goal is to keep the game fast-flowing and immersive, ensuring the rules never get in the way of the drama. Whether you are a veteran or a complete novice, you can focus entirely on inhabiting your character while I handle the complexities.

Homebrew rules

I run a variation of 4e. This 4.5e Grim & Perilous Edition adjusts the mechanics to stay fast-flowing, but stays true to original rules.

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Microphone

Computer or Mobile Device

Safety

How Wayland creates a safe table

If anyone ever feels uncomfortable, highlight it to me immediately and it will be handled as a priority. PVP (Player vs. Player) conflict is avoided to maintain a healthy dynamic at the table. Open Communication: I keep an eye on private message channels throughout the session. If something makes you uncomfortable as the game is in progress, message me privately and I will address it. Breaks and Aftercare: We take a short breaks during the session. I will always be available during that times if you need to speak quickly about any concerns. Community Discussion: Our Discord channel has dedicated areas to discuss the engagement and address anything that caused concern during play. Content Warning: It must be stated that the Warhammer world contains themes that can be challenging. You will encounter political intrigue, racial tensions, depravity, violence, and discrimination. Important Note: It is vital to remember that this is a fantasy world. Nothing depicted or portrayed in the game reflects my personal feelings or beliefs; we are inhabiting a fictional setting to explore its stories together. My goal is to ensure that while the world is "Grim and Perilous," the environment at the table remains respectful and safe for everyone.

Content warnings

Abuse
Alcohol Use
Animal Cruelty
Animal Death
Blood
Body Horror
Character Death
Child Abuse
Classism
Cults
Death
Devils / Demons / Fiends
Drugs (addiction, use, withdrawal)
Emotional Abuse
Execution
Extreme Violence
Fire
Gore
Guns
Illness
Incest
Kidnapping
Language/Cursing
Lifechanging Injury
Mass Death
Medical Issues
Mental Illness
Mind Control
Murder
Mutilation
Mutilation of Corpses
Nightmares about Traumatic Events
Racism
Scars
Self-Harm
Sexism
Sexual Assault
Slavery
Talk of Superior Race
Terrorism
Torture
Trauma
Violence

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