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Ghosts of Saltmarsh, High sea adventure, smuggling and intrigue.
Strange lights and ghostly whispers plague Saltmarsh. Uncover dark secrets lurking in the waves & in the hearts of its townsfolk.
$24.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Friday - 1:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 2–3 hours
Campaign Length / 10–50 Sessions
3 / 6 Seats Filled
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Meet your party members
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About the adventure
Game Description: Welcome to Saltmarsh, a sleepy seaside town perched on the edge of civilization where fog rolls thick off the sea, and every tide brings whispers of danger. From the worn docks to the creaking taverns, rumors of haunted ships, lost treasures, and treacherous smugglers swirl like the restless surf. But beneath its quiet charm lies a tangled web of secrets waiting to be unraveled. Ghosts of Saltmarsh blends nautical adventure with creeping mystery. You’ll explore eerie coastlines, dive into shipwrecks, and chart perilous seas teeming with pirates, monsters, and things far older than any sailor’s tale. Whether you’re drawn by gold, glory, or the call of the waves, you’ll find your courage tested both on deck and below the depths. This game is perfect for players who love classic exploration, seafaring escapades, and suspenseful storytelling. It offers a balance of roleplay, combat, and investigation ideal for adventurers who enjoy uncovering hidden plots and navigating moral gray waters. No prior experience with Dungeons & Dragons is required; newcomers and veterans alike are welcome to set sail. Gather your crew, hoist the sails, and ready your blades. The sea remembers all and in Saltmarsh, the ghosts never truly rest.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(100)
3 years on StartPlaying
940 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Teacher
Average response time: 12 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Welcome, Adventurers! Thanks for taking a look at my adventures! I'm an experienced DM/GM with over 40 years of playing and running games under my belt. I absolutely love tabletop RPGs, and there's nothing I enjoy more than sharing that love by crafting unforgettable sessions. Dungeons & Dragons is a favorite of mine, and I bring that passion to every table I run. My goal is always to make the story leap off the page and help players fully immerse themselves in the world around them. While I respect the rules, the characters and story will always come first. It’s about having fun, sharing laughs, and letting the dice help tell the tale. Roll a natural 20? Expect something magical. Roll a 1? Well… it’ll still be magical, but probably not in the way you hoped. 😁 I'm especially passionate about helping new players find their footing, learn to roleplay, and get the most out of their game time. Not seeing the system you love? Just ask, I’m always open to new worlds and adventures. So jump on board and let me take you on a fantastic journey. Oh and don’t forget the snacks! I can’t wait to see you at the table.
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Creating your character
Character creation will be completed on D&D Beyond, full assistance on this is offered by me if needed I can talk you through the rules and procedures to make it simple for you to join in the game. This game will start with level 1 characters. Great for beginners and those learning to play. Check with me to see what level the campaign is currently at.
Roll for Stats in Discord using Avrae (roll four sets of 4d6 dice, drop the lowest die from each set) or use Standard Array (15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8). We use Milestone leveling, so you don't have to track XP. You are heroes, here to save the day. Please don't make overpowered or homebrew characters, evil characters, or races and classes from other worlds than the one we’re playing in. No player vs player violence or stealing from the party members. 2024 rules.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You will need access to Owlbear Rodeo this is a free to use virtual table top I use for combat scenes and mapping. An account with D&D Beyond to build a character i provide a link to the campaign on Discord.
What Bo brings to the table
I will bring the story to life for you. You only need to sit back relax and your off on an adventure. I use the Virtual table top Owlbear Rodeo which will have all of the maps for you to play along on as well as custom made tokens for your characters. I use D&D Beyond for character creation and character sheets this is linked to my Discord server so you can check spells and action details also to see dice rolls in the game. Oh and 'Don't forget your snacks.'
Homebrew rules
Drinking a potion as a bonus action, Modified Critical Hits, Death Saves get more difficult as you go down.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Bo creates a safe table
If you wish to talk to me about the content before hand please contact me. Players can expect an action packed game with lots of theatre of the mind and use of Owlbear Rodeo as a visual tool to assist combat and dungeon mapping. The game is a live game played on Discord and uses Owlbear Rodeo for VTT with D&D Beyond for character sheets.
Content warnings
Safety tools used