Season of Ghosts | Free Archetype/GAB
The dead are supposed to stay silent... but this season something has woken them.
$20.00
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Details
Weekly / Thursday - 10:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
Campaign Length / 50–60 Sessions
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Welcome to Willowshore, a sleepy riverside village nestled deep in the mists of Shenmen, the haunted heart of Tian Xia. The locals know to respect the spirits—following old traditions, honoring festivals like the Reenactment, and trusting in folklore to keep the town safe. But this year, something has gone wrong. When your characters take part in the annual Reenactment Festival, a symbolic ceremony meant to trick evil spirits into thinking the town’s already haunted, you vanish into the woods as part of the tradition... but morning comes, and no one comes to find you. As the seasons turn, ghosts, curses, and creeping horrors descend upon your home. You and your fellow townsfolk-turned-heroes are all that stands between Willowshore and a fate worse than death. This is a horror-mystery campaign with an intimate, character-driven focus. You’ll play locals with ties to the town, who must uncover long-buried secrets, survive ghostly threats, and determine whether the cost of salvation is one you’re willing to pay.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Meet the Game Master
5.0
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2 years on StartPlaying
83 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Knows the Rules
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hey there! I'm Chris, a passionate and dedicated Game Master with over 15 years of experience in tabletop RPGs and 5 years behind the screen as a GM. I love Pathfinder (and honestly, any system that lets us dive deep into storytelling), and I approach every session with genuine excitement. Whether you're a battle-hardened veteran or completely new to the world of TTRPGs, you're welcome at my table. I believe in the power of storytelling, character development, and collaborative creativity. My goal is to help players explore immersive worlds where your decisions matter, and your characters can grow in meaningful ways. My games are inclusive, LGBTQIA+ friendly, and built on mutual respect. I strive to create a safe, supportive, and fun environment where everyone can be themselves and feel part of something epic. If you're looking for a memorable adventure with a GM who cares deeply about your experience, I’d love to be your guide on your next journey!
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Creating your character
Character creation should be a collaborative and stress-free process. I prefer to run Session 0 as a one-on-one with each player so we can focus on building your character together and making sure they feel like a natural fit for the world. Whether you're bringing a pre-formed concept or just a vague idea, I'm here to help bring it to life. We'll start by discussing any variant rules you'd like to use, and then walk through the setting's unique themes, character options, and background lore. I recommend using Pathbuilder for ease of planning and getting a rough idea of your character's growth through the first several levels—though your path may evolve as the story unfolds. Above all, my goal is to make sure you're excited and comfortable to step into the world and begin your adventure with a character that feels truly your own.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
To join our adventure, all you'll need is: -A decent microphone -A Discord account -A computer with an internet connection -Most importantly, come prepared with an open mind, and a willingness to work with me and your group to have a great time.
What Chris brings to the table
What you can expect is a welcoming and inclusive experience where every voice is heard and every player is welcomed and valued. This is a rich and rewarding adventure where you’ll have the chance to become true heroes, facing real challenges and rising through meaningful choices. With immersive roleplay, memorable NPCs, and cinematic combat, every session is designed to pull you deeper into the story. You'll be guided by a supportive GM who’s eager to collaborate, troubleshoot, and bring your ideas into the spotlight. The game runs smoothly on a fully automated luxury Foundry VTT setup, using the Free Archetype variant for extra character customization. Voice acting (or at least an attempt!) helps bring the world to life, and your character’s journey will be just as important as the plot itself—because here, it’s not about winning or losing. It’s about the heroes you become along the way.
Homebrew rules
-Free Archetype Every even level starting from 2 you have access to an extra feat slot exclusively for dedications and archetype feats. I don't allow class dedications in these slots, however pretty much everything else is on the table, and I'll work with you to help it make sense in the narrative. -Gradual Ability Boost: My favourite for long term campaigns. Instead of taking 4 Ability Boosts at levels 5, 10, 15, and 20, they get staggered one at a time in level ranges of 2,3,4,5 - 7,8,9,10 - 12,13,14,15 - 17,18,19,20. Doing it this way let's you feel a sense of natural development and earned skill, rather than waking up miraculously stronger at 4 separate points in your adventure.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How Chris creates a safe table
Open communication is, as always, the best way of ensuring a safe, enjoyable experience for everyone at the table. I make myself as freely and openly available to my players as I can, especially if they need to talk, whether the issue is at the table, or IRL. The content & trigger warnings do not comprehensively cover all potential experiences in the game. Players are strongly encouraged to communicate directly with me about any specific triggers, lines, or veils that may impact their enjoyment and comfort.
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