Keason's Draw Steel Monday: The Delian Tomb
Ready for Draw Steel? Learn MCDM's tactical RPG in this 1st-level crawl. Save the village, delve the tomb, and become legends. Beginner friendly!
$20.00
/ Session
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Weekly / Tuesday - 3:00 AM UTC
Feb 17 / Session 3
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
Campaign Length / 5–10 Sessions
4 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Adventure Awaits: The Delian Tomb | A Draw Steel Introductory Experience “The goblins took her. They retreated to the woods, toward the old ruins no one visits anymore. Please… someone has to bring her back.” Welcome to the village of Broadhurst. What starts as a simple plea for help in a roadside inn will lead you to the threshold of an ancient knightly order’s final resting place. But this isn't the fantasy RPG you’re used to. This is Draw Steel, the high-octane, tactical heroic fantasy RPG from MCDM. Why Play Draw Steel? If you’re tired of "swing and a miss" combat, Draw Steel is for you. In this system: You are a Hero: Even at Level 1, you have the tools to pull off cinematic, world-shaking feats. Tactical Depth: Combat is a "battle of wits" where positioning, forced movement, and teamwork actually matter. No "Whiffing": The game is designed so that even when you don't get a "perfect" hit, you’re still progressing the fight and doing something cool. What’s the Story? The Delian Tomb is the quintessential "First Quest," reimagined for a new era of gaming. You’ll start in a cozy tavern, investigate a mystery in the wilds, and eventually delve into a tomb filled with traps, secrets, and a dark ritual that threatens the safety of the entire region. It is the perfect balance of roleplay, exploration, and the crunchy, satisfying combat MCDM is known for. The Professional DM Experience As a full-time professional Dungeon Master, I provide a premium environment to help you learn this new system: Immersive Audio: Using ProTools and high-fidelity soundscapes, I ensure the atmosphere is thick with tension and triumph. Expert Instruction: Don’t know the rules? No problem. I specialize in teaching new systems. I will provide all the materials and guidance you need to build a hero and start rolling dice within minutes. Visual Excellence: We will utilize TaleSpire (or your preferred VTT) to bring the tactical maps of the Delian Tomb to life in 3D. A Safe & Inclusive Table: My games are a welcoming space for everyone. Who Is This For? 5e Veterans looking for a system with more tactical "meat" on its bones. Complete Newcomers who want to start their TTRPG journey with something cinematic and modern. Tactical Gamers who love the idea of "Grid-based" combat where every square counts. The oath of the Delian Order has been silent for centuries. Will you be the ones to wake it?
Game style
Combat Heavy
Tactical / Crunchy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(22)
3 years on StartPlaying
361 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Rule of Cool
Average response time: 2 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Professional 5th Edition Dungeon Master with lots of online experience. Looking to share my excitement of cinematic and tactical combat, morally ambiguous and faction based social encounters, and character driven narratives with meaningful impact on the world we play in. I run D&D for New Players and D&D Night games at my local game shop, run and play in multiple casual games online and in person every week, as well as run and play with Roll4dM; a D&D 5e actual-play podcast that my friends and I put together.
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Creating your character
Jump Straight into the Action! Because Draw Steel is a brand-new system with unique tactical depth, we will be using the high-quality pregenerated characters provided by MCDM. These heroes are expertly designed to showcase the power and flavor of the different classes while ensuring the party is perfectly balanced for the challenges of the tomb. How it Works: No Homework Required: You don’t need to own the playtest documents or spend hours in a character builder. Just show up ready to play! Choose Your Archetype: At the start of the session (or via Discord beforehand), you'll choose from a diverse roster of heroes including the Troubadour, Fury, Tactician, Censor, Null, Talent, Conduit, Elementalist, and Shadow. Make It Yours: While the mechanical stats are set, the personality, name, and backstory are yours to command. I’ll help you quickly tie your character’s motivations to the village of Broadhurst. New to the System? Perfect! These pregenerated sheets include helpful "cheat sheets" for your abilities. I will spend the first 15–20 minutes of our session walking everyone through how to read their sheet, how "Heroic Resource" works, and how to use your heroic actions.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
How to Prepare To ensure we hit the ground running, please have the following ready before our scheduled start time: 1. Technical Essentials Discord & Microphone: We use Discord for high-quality audio. A headset or dedicated microphone is required to ensure everyone can hear clearly. TaleSpire (Guest Edition): We use TaleSpire for our 3D tactical combat. You only need the FREE "Guest Edition" on Steam. Ready to Go: Please ensure both Discord and TaleSpire are downloaded, installed, and fully updated before game time so we don't lose any play-time to progress bars. 2. Character Visuals (HeroForge) Your Hero's Look: Since we are using TaleSpire, I want your hero to look exactly how you imagine them! Action Required: Please go to HeroForge.com, design your character, and send me the "Share Link" for your design. Where to Send: You can post the link in the #the-delian-tomb channel in our Discord or DM it to me directly. I will handle the import into the 3D environment for you! 3. Game Knowledge No Reading Required: You do not need to study the Draw Steel playtest rules. I am a "Teaching DM" and will explain the mechanics, your abilities, and how "Heroic Resource" works as we play. The Heroes: We will be using the pregenerated characters provided by MCDM to ensure a balanced, high-action introduction to the system.
What Keason James brings to the table
What I Provide As your Director, I focus on creating a high-energy, collaborative environment where we can explore this new system together. The Visuals & Atmosphere TaleSpire Immersion: I provide fully realized 3D environments for every encounter. You’ll have beautiful maps, atmospheric lighting, and integrated music handled directly within TaleSpire for a seamless experience. Custom Minis: I take your HeroForge designs and import them into our 3D world, ensuring your character looks exactly how you’ve envisioned them. Directing Style Intense Tactical Combat: Draw Steel is a game about tactical mastery. I provide challenging, dynamic encounters that focus on positioning and teamwork, making every victory feel earned. The Rule of Cool: I am a "Yes, and..." Director. While we are all learning the nuances of this new system together, I will always prioritize cinematic, epic moments over rigid rule-lawyering. Digital Handouts & Community Resources: Our dedicated Discord channel serves as your quest log. I provide PDFs of the pregenerated character sheets, reference "cheat sheets" for the system, and lore images to keep the story organized. Community: We keep a lighthearted atmosphere outside of combat! Expect a healthy (or perhaps excessive) amount of memes and GIFs in the Discord server as we celebrate our triumphs and mourn our natural 1s.
Homebrew rules
The tactician rolls initiative.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How Keason James creates a safe table
Safety Tools While this is a game of high-stakes heroic fantasy, the comfort and safety of everyone at the table is my top priority. Session 1 Briefing Since half of our seats are filled by returning players, we will not be holding a separate Session 0. Instead, we will begin our first session with a 15-minute safety and expectations brief. During this time, we will: Establish our Lines and Veils (topics that are off-limits or handled "off-camera"). Briefly cover table etiquette and our "Yes, and..." approach to play. Open Communication My digital door is always open. If at any point you feel uncomfortable with the direction of a scene or a specific topic, you can message me privately in Discord or use our active safety tools. We take care of each other at this table so we can go all out during the adventure!
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