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Monsters, Hunters, Your own Artifact, and Indeterminism.
Build any character. Wield a living artifact. Shape a world that changes because of you.
$10.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Monday - 12:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 4–5 hours
4 / 5 Seats Filled
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Meet your party members
4/5
About the adventure
Your character is unlike any you’ve ever created. This is a dark, high-impact D&D 5e campaign with no restrictive build limits. Play any class or species from WotC or partnered content and begin at level 1 with a custom Artifact—an item bound to your character’s desire that evolves as you do and will one day awaken with a will of its own. Abaella is not a series of recycled adventures. It is a living, character-driven story that changes because of what you do. The world is ruled by an iron-fisted regime that hunts monsters, suppresses gods, and enforces order at any cost—but the cracks are showing. As you navigate supernatural threats, rival factions, moral dilemmas, and ancient Rune Keys capable of reshaping reality, your choices permanently alter the world. Combat is fast and dangerous, roleplay matters, and the campaign runs from level 1 to 20. This game draws inspiration from fantasy novels, Supernatural, and anime, blending dark themes with high power and personal stakes. You don’t create a character to fit the campaign—the campaign evolves around your character. If you want agency, consequence, evolving power, and a world unlike anything you’ve played before, Abaella is for you.
Game style
Sandbox / Open World
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Realm Building
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(5)
2 years on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Creativity, Rule of Cool, Inclusive
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
I was a PnP player for years in High School and University. Eventually I transitioned to D&D Online for many years. 2.5 years ago I discovered VTT and have been a player for 2.5 years on StartPlaying Games. I've finally decided that it's time to run my own game due to believing I want to offer an experience unlike most I see out here. I want to run something cool and unique... a character driven story.
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Creating your character
Beyond. Create anything. Any playable WOTC and Affilate character, class, species etc. We will review ahead of time, but I am not limiting players to what they play. It's supposed to be your fantasy. No rules limiting players creativity. There will be bonuses like a Free Feat at level 1 - Unique ASI scores - Artifact at level 1 that is customized to the character and evolves with them, and so much more.
Party makeup should consist of players who understand sharing the spotlight, equal play time / time to shine. Role Play is important, but it won't dominate sessions. The players should be cool with a mix of RP, Adventure, Combat, etc. Each player should want to help the other with HELP actions, etc. Every player will be focused on their own unique character, but they must respect the other players at the time and always be cognizant of including every member of the party as much as possible. There will be no dominating players who take over sessions. Chill, Cool, fun people who want to get along and have an amazing time.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Discord and Beyond.
What Ministry brings to the table
This is FULL OUT Rule of Cool. Not RAW. Rules are guides, not limits. I'm not too much into the whole RP of voices and such, but since I created every NPC, they will be very unique. Create anything. Any playable WOTC and Affilate character, class, species etc. We will review ahead of time, but I am not limiting players to what they play. It's supposed to be your fantasy. No rules limiting players creativity. There will be bonuses like a Free Feat at level 1 - Unique ASI scores - Artifact at level 1 that is customized to the character and evolves with them, and so much more.
Homebrew rules
Mostly RAW, but there are a lot of customized Homebrew adjustments to speed up the game and made more interesting, etc. and they are posted on my Discord channel.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Ministry creates a safe table
Yes. Everyone will have to approve a player conduct document and will have access to DM me all the time. Anytime a player is uncomfortable with anything, they should immediately DM me. I will have a LONG conversation with any perspective players ahead of time to discuss what they are comfortable with and not. This table will be friendly to every person from every background etc. This table will be safe beyond words. I currently run a campaign with those that identify as male, female and trans and will ensure all are comfortable and safe.
Content warnings
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