Lost Mine of Phandelver | The True Beginner Experience

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Lost Mine of Phandelver | The True Beginner Experience

Gundren Rockseeker, dwarf merchant extraordinaire has hired you to escore a wagon to Phandalin... but things go awry!

TYPE

Campaign

LEVELS

1โ€“5

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Beginner

AGE

18+
4 NEEDED TO START
$30.00

/ Session

Details

Weekly / Sunday - 1:00 AM UTC

Session Duration / 3โ€“4 hours

Campaign Length / 5โ€“15 Sessions

0 / 6 Seats Filled

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About the adventure

๐Ÿง™๐—–๐—ต๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐—ฎ๐—ฐ๐˜๐—ฒ๐—ฟ๐˜€ & ๐—ฃ๐—ฎ๐—ฟ๐˜๐˜† ๐—–๐—ผ๐—บ๐—ฝ๐—ผ๐˜€๐—ถ๐˜๐—ถ๐—ผ๐—ป๐Ÿง™ For this adventure, come prepared to play heroic characters who are ready to answer a call for help and make a name for themselves in the Forgotten Realms. Think scrappy adventurers with something to prove - a dwarf cleric honoring an ancient oath, a human fighter seeking fortune, a cunning rogue with a mysterious past, or a wood elf ranger drawn to the wild frontier. Characters of any class and race are welcome, but the story shines brightest when your party is built around cooperation and camaraderie. Come with a concept who has a reason to take on a job for coin, glory, or the promise of something greater - and don't be afraid to lean into the roleplay. During session 0, I'll walk you through every single detail of a character sheet; how the math works, where spells go, and how to extract information from the sheet. By the end of the campaign, you should have the ability to craft a player character with nothing but a player's handbook and a blank character sheet. ๐—ช๐—ต๐—ฎ๐˜ ๐˜๐—ผ ๐—˜๐˜…๐—ฝ๐—ฒ๐—ฐ๐˜ Your party will find themselves in the rustic frontier town of Phandalin, where danger lurks in the forests, ancient secrets lie buried beneath crumbling ruins, and not everyone in town is as innocent as they seem. Expect a rich blend of exploration, social intrigue, and dungeon-crawling combat as you unravel a mystery that stretches back centuries. There are factions to navigate, allies to earn, and enemies that will test your mettle at every turn. Every session is packed with meaningful choices, memorable moments, and the kind of adventure stories you'll be telling long after the campaign ends. ๐๐ž๐ฐ ๐ญ๐จ ๐ƒ&๐ƒ? ๐˜๐จ๐ฎ'๐ซ๐ž ๐ข๐ง ๐ญ๐ก๐ž ๐‘๐ข๐ ๐ก๐ญ ๐๐ฅ๐š๐œ๐ž. Lost Mine of Phandelver is the quintessential introductory D&D adventure, and this table is specifically designed to be a welcoming, low-pressure space for first-time players. I'll walk you through the rules as we play, answer every question without judgment, and make sure the game moves at a pace where everyone feels comfortable and confident. That said, veteran players are absolutely welcome - this is a beautifully crafted adventure that rewards experienced roleplayers just as much as newcomers. Whether you've never rolled a d20 or have years of campaigns under your belt, grab a seat at the table. The adventure begins when you're ready. Things players have said about me: "Josh is amazing! He's patient, professional, and perfect for beginners (like my friend and I). He explains the basics clearly and concisely and keeps the game flowing, while being extremely helpful in guiding us through learning how the game works. His character voices were also entertaining and immersive!..." - Raya "Josh absolutely crushes as a Game Master. As a first time player, I felt completely welcomed and supported. He made the rules approachable, encouraged creativity and never made the learning curve feel intimidating..." - Gage

Game style

Roleplay Heavy

Combat Heavy

Rules as Written (RaW)

Meet the Game Master

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(57)

DMs Guild Writer
Streamer
Asian
Voice Actor
Game Designer

1 year on StartPlaying

37 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Storytelling

Average response time: 2 hours

Response rate: 100%

About me

Hey there, adventurer! If youโ€™re looking for an epic adventure to go on, for something intriguing to unravel, or for scary beasties to eat your character, youโ€™ll find something at my table that is up your alley. If you don't see a time slot that you can make, please feel free to drop me a direct message here or on discord (theotherjoshart) and we can definitely work something out! I'm Josh (he/him), better known on the internet as Fried Dice. You might've seen me stream my Southeast Asian inspired games on Twitch, or if you live in little red dot called Singapore, you might've played in my games in-person! Iโ€™ve been running games professionally for over-half a decade now, and have taught hundreds of new players, shared tables with long-time veterans, and of course everyone else in between. ๐ŸšCommunity Having run games on twitch, Iโ€™ve cultivated a community of TTRPG gamers across the globe. All varieties of experiences, backgrounds, and upbringings have come together and cultivate a safe and welcoming space. ๐ŸŽฒExperience I've ran over 20 campaigns to completion, both homebrew and pre-published campaigns. I've taught hundreds of people how to play D&D from running dozens of Learn to Plays. I primarily run online games on a Foundry, with both animated and static maps. I've run over 100+ online sessions, even more in-person games, encompassing one-shots, mini-arcs, and over 20 campaigns to completion. Iโ€™m always looking to learn new TTRPG systems and exploring new ideas. I would love to run games where on top of having fun, everyone grows a little. ๐ŸซšFun and Spice I've been described as an Enabler Game Master by my players, and that fits the bill! I'm all about figuring out what the party wants to do, and making sure it happens. Wanna start a fantasy fast food chain? Let's get there. Want to turn into a dragon? We'll have to work hard for it, but it's not impossible! Do you want to feel like Frodo and the fellowship from Lord of the Rings? Let's make that happen. If all this sounds right up your street, the come by, and letโ€™s have an amazing and memorable adventure together. Bring along a good attitude and respect for the fellow human, and youโ€™ll find yourself right at home. โœจ CURRENTLY AVAILABLE for online games across multiple time zones. Want a taste? Check out one of my sessions here: https://youtu.be/EPNnlXQEqHs

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Character creation

Creating your character

We will sit together during session 0 and create characters from scratch. I will teach you how all the numbers work in great detail, and ensure that you know the ins and outs of how a character sheet works. By the end of the campaign, you will know how to create a sheet with just a blank sheet and a player's handbook, and level up as well. This would mean that you wouldn't need to rely on dndbeyond, and other automated tools (and you'll know how to catch when the math is wrong!) I will go through all the methods, and we will pick how we generate characters together, as a party!

What to expect

Preparing for the session

Hi there! Thank you so much for joining this game! There are only two things that you need to get started here: Forge account (will send link once everyone has joined) Turn on hardware acceleration (Chrome and Firefox work well) Discord: https://discord.gg/SCuDvxzr4P (and add me at "theotherjoshart") Please ensure that you have a working microphone and a decent headset to prevent echo. Looking forward to meeting you! <3 Josh

What Fried Dice brings to the table

โœ… Session 0 (required) - Character creation, safety tools, expectations โœ… Foundry modules like BG3/Argon HUD, tidysheet, and various other quality of life modules to streamline gameplay. โœ… Animated maps and atmospheric music โœ… Voice-acted NPCs with lore and backstories โœ… Player-driven plot development โœ… Safety tools (X-Card, Lines & Veils) โœ… Inclusive, welcoming table (LGBTQ+ friendly) โœ… 400+ sessions of GM experience (from in-person and online games)

Homebrew rules

Comprehensive house rules here: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1WkYpIA7ImYK9ijFpUZnB7Ou1CmRDfzn2aU__f282OpY/edit?usp=sharing

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Microphone

Safety

How Fried Dice creates a safe table

I will primarily use an X card, and for campaigns I will also use a Lines and Veils document. If required, I will be available for any aftercare that players may need.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

Frequently asked questions