The True Dream of Mars | The Expanse RPG
In this game, we have been exploring the the development of Mars across the timeline in universe of James SA Corey's The Expanse.
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$10.00
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Bi-weekly / Sunday - 10:30 PM UTC
May 10 / Session 2
Session Duration / 3–3.5 hours
Campaign Length / 6–12 Sessions
4 / 6 Seats Filled
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Meet your party members
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About the adventure
The True Dream of Mars (TDoM) is a Expanse RPG mini-campaign set many years before the events of the series. TDoM will take it's players through the history of Mars from early frontier era settlement to the the post-independence struggle to define itself, touching on how the revolutionary fervor of early Mars morphs into the rigid military culture and cold war paranoia we know from the series. This game will consist of 6 1-to-2 session adventures, each in a different area of Martian history. Players will play characters that will be the decedents of their first characters and will pass down some traits, stats and items to their the new character each time. Also, Players will be encouraged to add something to the lore between sessions that will help flavor the next adventure in the set.
Game style
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Theater of the Mind
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
3 years on StartPlaying
88 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Knows the Rules
About me
At Puzzlebox Events, we specialize in high-quality, interactive game experiences designed to bring small groups together in a truly unique and entertaining fashion. Puzzlebox is primarily a party entertainment service, however, we also offer online Professional GMing here through StartPlaying and bring that same quality game experience to the digital world. I'm Josh, co-founder and Creative Director of Puzzlebox Events. I am also a librarian, poet, and writer. Drawing from my eclectic background, I craft unforgettable gaming experiences that cater to both experienced and newcomers alike. My approach to game mastering is deeply player-focused, welcoming to newcomers, and infused with rich narratives. With a background in libraries, I've honed my skills in facilitating games for diverse audiences, from adults to grade schoolers and teens, with a particular knack for adventures tailored to kids and novices to the hobby. In addition to my endeavors at Puzzlebox Events, I moderate the vibrant Discord community Doors and Corners, dedicated to The Expanse RPG. Here, I orchestrate thrilling one-shots and Ship Combat simulators, adding layers of excitement to the gaming experience. Having played in and run TTRPGs since childhood, my passion for the craft only grows stronger with each passing year, with over a decade of experience under my belt. Whether you need someone to orchestrate a long-running campaign for you and your friends or conduct a dynamic one-shot adventure for team-building exercises among coworkers and other groups, I can be your guy. Please note, that while I proudly draw from my librarian background as part of my public persona, my role here at Puzzlebox Events is independent of any library or educational institution affiliation. Let's embark on an unforgettable journey together, where every roll of the dice unveils new possibilities!
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Creating your character
New characters will start at Level 1, and we will walk through character creation before the start of the game. If you have The Expanse RPG book, feel free to make a character in advance, but it won't be necessary, as I will walk you through that process. For subsequent sessions, you will play someone related to your original character, later down the timeline. You will start your new characters 1 level higher than your old character and may re-use the character sheet if you wish.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You should have the following: - A Discord account. - A Webcam - Access to a Google Drive (so that you can access the Player Tool document). - A browser, should we use Owlbear Rodeo.
What GM Josh @ Puzzlebox Events brings to the table
I have a player tools document I will send you that includes a character sheet, as well as several other pages of useful reference material.
Equipment needed to play
Microphone
Computer
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Safety
How GM Josh @ Puzzlebox Events creates a safe table
We will discuss Lines and Veils as well as character creation. The content of this one shot can get intense, but that can exist on a dial. Should players not be comfortable with certain elements of the story, I can and will dial that aspect back.
Content warnings
Safety tools used