Save the Humans from The Slithering!|Levels 1-8|🌈🏳️⚧️🌱Safe
Just looking for a few courageous non-human adventurers to step up and save the humans from themselves. Mystery, horror, and glory await you!
$15.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Thursday - 12:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 3 hours
Campaign Length / 20–40 Sessions
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
You never know what secrets lurk beneath some small towns. Certainly not yours! The sleepy lumber and fishing town of Otari bustles along, benefitting from two thriving industries: lumber and fishing. Other towns may be riddled with monsters, conspiracies, and cults; but not Otari. If only something exciting would happen here! If only there was a way for a non-human to catch a break and lead an exciting life that doesn't smell like sawdust or seawater. If only there was an opportunity which led to foreign lands and and greater fortunes. In a world made for humanity, how do the rest of us make our way? Our adventure begins in Otari. Why you are there is completely up to you. But you do have friends there and one them needs to your help to solve a pesky rat infestation. Whether the rats are simply there for the free fish or being driven there by a threat greater than you is a story yet to be told. It is a story we can tell together. Once you have made a name for yourself in Otari, word spreads quickly of your heroic exploits and a simple caravan escort job leads you across many miles to the Mwangi Expanse. In the bustling markets of Kibwe erupt in a horrid sickness sweeping the city, turning humans to deadly oozes! No one is safe when the largest population could transform into a deadly monster at any moment! It's up to you to root out the cause and save yet another town from yet another deadly mystery. This adventure is perfect for beginners yet challenging enough for veterans. Any skill level will be welcome and thrive at my table. I will provide you a safe and exciting environment in which you can tell your story. I want you to be successful. It is not me against you; I am simply everything else in the world where you will craft your story. Look forward to facilitating yet another exciting chapter in your TTRPG experience.
Game style
Combat Heavy
Dungeon Crawl
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Rules as Written (RaW)
Meet the Game Master
3 years on StartPlaying
16 games hosted
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Teacher, Creativity
About me
Follow me on BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/crabhaus-gaming.bsky.social You deserve to enjoy your game. We all do. We all have different reasons for joining a table but, once there, we all want to feel powerful. Whether we are playing the hero, the anti-hero, or the villain; we want to experience an epic tale. This is exactly what brought me to the table over 30 years ago. It started with that very special Red Box and carried on to Marvel Super Heroes, Rifts, Vampire: The Masquerade, The HERO system, and many more. TTRPG's speak to my analytical side and my creative side. I love to see what I can build but, I also want to see what you can build. I have spent over three decades in gaming learning from fellow players and GM's. Now, I want to learn from you. So, after all this time, what kind of GM am I? I'm what happens when a theatre major becomes a power gamer. I dig into the lore and the rules because I want to understand how to run the game. I prepare for my games like an actor preparing for a role; only, as a GM, I am playing all of the roles except yours. On Roll20, where I run my games, my Display Name is "Everybody Else." It's not me against you. I want you to succeed and feel powerful doing it. I want you to feel safe and valued here as well. The only thing I will not tolerate is intolerance. I welcome everyone from power gamers to beginners. I also welcome your criticism. I need it to grow and I will never stop growing as a GM.
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Creating your character
Humans, including half-humans, cannot be used. This is for plot reasons which will be explained in the second half of the storyline. Everything else is available. I encourage you to make your own character. However, this game includes access to several pre-generated characters. You have the option to choose one if you don't want to make your own. Should you choose to create your own, I strongly suggest using Pathbuilder2E to design your character. (https://pathbuilder2e.com/) I am also available to assist in helping you along the way as well. I want you to succeed and feel like a hero! You will also have an option to play through "Torment and Legacy;" a very quick one-shot to test the waters. The idea is that you get a chance to learn a little bit about game mechanics and classes before you make your own character. This is essentially a test run and is ENTIRELY OPTIONAL.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
All you need is active accounts on Discord & Roll20, an internet connection, computer, microphone/speaker combo, but the camera is optional. We will probably use Discord for voice/video chat but, Zoom is also an option. Other than the technology, all I require is an open mind, a welcoming attitude, and the desire to have fun. This is a serious game but, it certainly isn't too dark. It's meant to be a fun way to learn the game for beginners and a fun diversion for veterans.
What Crabhaus Gaming (C.J.) brings to the table
This game will be played on Roll20, using their new Jumpgate platform. I use the Pathfinder 2E character sheet. Pre-generated character sheets are completely setup. You simply have to choose which one you want to play. You will be responsible for making leveling choices, however, I do have the 3rd and 5th level version for most of the pre-gen characters which you are free to use as a guide. All the macros should be included but, if not, I can write them quickly. All maps use dynamic lighting, including interactive doors and windows. Every encounter has a map. Some maps were provided by Paizo, some were found on line, and I made the rest. I will have background music playing through Roll20's Jukebox, including ambient sound, mood, and battle music. I do my best to do as much voice acting as possible; when appropriate. Occasionally, I use a voice modifier. The Rule of Cool is embraced when appropriate. When you disagree with a ruling, we can discuss it quickly. If you can cite a source, I would appreciate it and we can come up with a new ruling, if appropriate. Otherwise, we will move forward with my ruling, HOWEVER, we can discuss it offline. I am happy to change my mind if you can sell me on it. I learn by being proven wrong and I love to learn. As for preparation, everything has been prepped ahead of time. I have notes on every encounter, challenge, skill check, and mechanic involved. Everything is kept in OneNote. I assure you, I have read through every word of this module and I am not running this on the fly. I will provide you with a Discord Server specific to this game where we can discuss the game and coordinate play. Each session will be scheduled there and all announcements will be made on that platform. This also allows you to message me directly when needed.
Homebrew rules
As a group, the players will decide if we want to play on Hard Mode or Story Mode. This will need to be a consensus decision by the party. Hard Mode: We use no variant rules. Story Mode: We use ALL of the following variant rules... 1) Free Archetype 2) Automatic Bonus Progression 3) Ancestry Paragon 4) Gradual Ability Boost 5) Double Starting HP
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Crabhaus Gaming (C.J.) creates a safe table
There will be an anonymous form in Roll20 where all players can post their Lines, Veils, and Expectations. You will have access to safety cards which are displayed on the screen during gameplay and to which I will react instantly. I provide a discord server to facilitate collaboration and my open door policy. We will take a break every session all of this will be discussed over as many Session 0's as YOU need. Most importantly; I value your feedback. Your concerns and questions make me a better Game Master.
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