Become a Magical Animal Guardian! | Cozy Adventure | All Welcome
On the first night of Hoshikawa’s lantern festival, a shy boy clutches his wish close, but something strange is disturbing the river’s gentle flow.
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Once / Sunday - 6:00 PM UTC
Mar 22
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
This is a heartwarming one-shot game of Golden Sky Stories, a gentle, slice-of-life storytelling RPG set in a quiet Japanese village full of charm, community, and a touch of magic. You’ll play as henge, animals with the power to take human form and use small bits of magic to help others. There’s no combat and no violence, just stories of kindness, connection, and gentle adventure. On the first night of the annual lantern festival, villagers write wishes and set them afloat on glowing lanterns. But something is wrong this year: the river is unsettled, and the lanterns keep tipping or going out. A shy boy named Akira holds his wish close, afraid it won’t come true. It will be up to you and your fellow henge to uncover what’s disturbing the flow of the festival, and help one boy’s hope shine bright. This game is perfect for players looking for a relaxing, imaginative, and emotionally rich experience. Whether you’re brand new to roleplaying games or a seasoned player looking for something cozy and heartfelt, The Festival’s Wish invites you to slow down, listen closely, and help bring light to someone’s heart. | LGBTQ+ FRIENDLY | POC SAFE-SPACE | +18 | This game focuses on: • rich roleplaying opportunities • immersive collaborative storytelling • flexibility and creativity • being suitable for a variety of players | The System | Golden Sky Stories is a heartwarming, slice-of-life tabletop RPG that transports players to a tranquil and enchanting rural Japanese setting. Here, magic and everyday life coexist in perfect harmony. This system is designed to create gentle and uplifting stories, focusing on the simple, heartwarming interactions between characters and their communities. Key Features - Henge Characters: Players take on the roles of henge, magical animals that can transform into human form. Each henge has unique abilities and traits that they use to interact with the world and help the people around them. - No Combat: Unlike many other RPGs, Golden Sky Stories emphasizes cooperation, empathy, and problem-solving over combat. - Narrative-Driven Gameplay: The game is heavily focused on storytelling, with players working together to build narratives filled with kindness, friendship, and magical moments. - Emotion and Connection: Players collect “Wonder” and “Feelings” points, which they use to fuel their abilities and influence the story. The system encourages characters to form deep emotional bonds with each other and the world around them.
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Meet the Game Master
5.0
(34)
2 years on StartPlaying
113 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Teacher
Average response time: 3 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hi there! I’m Vee, and I've been running games as a Game Master for about six years now. I love crafting immersive, character-driven adventures that emphasize deep storytelling, meaningful connections, and collaborative creativity. At my table, your character’s journey is at the heart of everything, and your choices actively shape the world and narrative around you. My games are perfect for players who enjoy roleplaying, exploring personal story arcs, engaging in dynamic interactions, and uncovering thrilling narrative twists. I aim to create a welcoming, inclusive, and richly detailed environment where everyone feels free to fully explore their characters and contribute to an evolving story. I’m excited to meet your character and dive into their adventures with you, so let's build some unforgettable stories together! What You Can Expect at My Table - A safe and inclusive environment (LGBTQIA+ and BIPOC-friendly) - Roleplay-focused gameplay where your character’s story truly matters - Collaborative storytelling where creativity and player agency are encouraged - Welcoming atmosphere for both new and experienced players Looking for a Game? Take a look at my listed games, or reach out directly if you're interested in a custom campaign or one-shot. I'm always happy to chat and help you find the perfect game! More About Me (Beyond the Dice!) I’m 36 years old, currently living in Canada, and have been passionate about storytelling and roleplay since I was about 11. My journey started in Pokémon chatrooms before moving onto forum-based RPGs across various fandoms (Harry Potter, Star Wars, X-Men, general fantasy, anything that sparked my imagination!). I discovered tabletop RPGs through D&D 5e in 2018 and haven't looked back. These days, I play and run a variety of games and love supporting players as they tell meaningful, character-focused stories. If you enjoy roleplay-driven adventures filled with rich storytelling and meaningful character moments, I’d love to roll some dice together! 🎲
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Creating your character
You are a henge. You are an animal with the power to take human form. You also have several powers that humans do not possess. You can be a fox, tanuki, cat, dog, rabbit, bird, mouse, wolf, horse, fish, raccoon or sheep henge. I have over many premade characters to pick from for this game, each with a picture, name, and a wide variety of stats and abilities. However, if you would really like to create your own character from scratch, I am happy to help you before the game takes place! Please contact me on Discord. My username is vvvvvvvvvVee.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Equipment A clear, working microphone is required. Please make sure your microphone is working before the session. Headphones are a good idea, if possible. A webcam is not needed, but is welcome and encouraged. Software An account with Discord is required, but Foundry VTT does not need one. We will be using Discord for voice chat and general game management, and Foundry VTT for visual content. Foundry VTT is best used on a computer. Both are free to use. https://discord.com/ Game Understanding and Virtual Tabletop Use Familiarity with the rules is helpful but not at all mandatory. We'll clarify rules as we go and support our new players! The same goes for your understanding of Foundry VTT. Mindset Come prepared to be part of a deeply engaging narrative adventure! This game thrives on teamwork, imaginative thinking, and mutual respect.
What Vee brings to the table
A Discord server will be set up for the game. There will be background music and ambient sounds for atmosphere played during the game. The session will use theatre of the mind with images of characters and settings. We will be using Foundry for the visual content.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
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Safety
How Vee creates a safe table
Upon joining the campaign, I will invite you to the Discord server, where there will be a link to the consent form. My approach balances the game's overall experience with a reasonable adherence to rules, emphasizing creative storytelling while ensuring gameplay remains structured and coherent. Expect a lively, engaging game with me, where the rules are respected but not to an excessive degree, allowing for a fluid, role-playing rich experience. I infuse humor and comedic scenarios throughout, and carefully shape the narrative to facilitate character development and the advancement of individual backstories and goals. Visual elements are integral to my campaigns. I present players with visual references of the environments they explore and the characters they encounter, enhancing immersion and helping them to more fully embody their characters and the captivating worlds they inhabit.
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