HORRORS INVADE Drakkenheim | Eldritch Horror, Sandbox
Arcane fallout chokes a dying city. Delve the ruins, tackle its factions, and decide the fate of Drakkenheim in this Sandbox, Horror Survival game.
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Weekly / Thursday - 5:30 PM UTC
Session Duration / 2.5–3 hours
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About the adventure
💀 Dark Fantasy Ruins Exploration, Sandbox Gameplay 🌧️ Grim, Contaminated, Politically Charged 👑 Faction Intrigue & Player-Driven Choices 🪨Touchstones: Dark Souls • Bloodborne • The Witcher • Arcane • The Mist Trailer - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7wnGvCvIkq8 📖 The Story When a star of eldritch fire fell from the heavens and struck the proud capital of Drakkenheim, the city was shattered. A choking haze of arcane contamination spread through the streets. Monsters crawled from the rubble and what few survivors there were fled. A once great nation collapsed into warring factions hungry for power. But now, a new age begins... You and your companions step into The Ruined City, guided by your quests, and held together by mutual protection. Whether you're searching for a lost one, information on Delerium, or a desire to claim the throne, your personal objectives will guide the story. 🎭 Fully Voiced NPCs & Monsters 🎼 Immersive Ambience & SFX 🏳️🌈 LGBTQ+ Friendly 💭 What to Expect Themes: Corruption • Political Intrigue • Moral Ambiguity • Madness • Power at a Price This is a Level 1–13 D&D5e Sandbox-style campaign that blends dangerous expedition play with narrative, character-driven drama. It takes on a Horror theme, focussing heavily on standing against unknown, opressive forces. Each delve into the city is a risk and each choice shifts the political landscape. You can expect to have agency of the story. You will choose where you go an when. Will you take on a Faction quest? Or use your own initiative for exploring the city? You'll have the chance to make alliances with powerful factions, and make an enemy of others. Who you keep at your side, and who you gain the ire of is up to you, and ever changing based on your actions. Combat can be overwhelming and deadly. The City is dangerous, and there are good chances you'll run into dangerous foes whilst exploring. You'll have to pick your battles wisely. Even moreso because resources are limited. You can't rest in the city, and leaving it is just as dangerous. You'll need to think ahead and keep yourselves ready for anything. Including the dangerous contamination that threatens to mutate you. You'll face many crossroad choices, picking a side in a battle, which faction to give an item to, who you'll trust. All of these are morally grey. There is no true good or evil in Drakkenheim, just people with agendas. Those that seem evil at first, perhaps have a hopeful dream, whereas those that seem pure might hold a darker side. In the end, what happens in Drakkenheim is up to you. What will Drakkenheim become? 🙋♂️ About Me I'm Euan, a Professional Game Master with seven years of experience. Armed with a Master of Arts Degree in Drama and a wealth of theatrical expertise, I craft immersive, high-roleplay experiences. Expect fully-voiced NPCs and a world shaped by your actions. With multiple games weekly, I ensure each session maintains a professional standard.
Game style
Hexcrawl / Exploration
Combat Heavy
Roleplay Heavy
Sandbox / Open World
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(66)
4 years on StartPlaying
1214 games hosted
Highly rated for: Voices, Creativity, Storytelling
Average response time: 15 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
🎭 Actor | ⚔️ Storyteller | 🧠 Neurodivergent | 🌈 He/Him Hail, adventurers! I’m Euan, a trained actor with a Master's Degree in Drama and a lifelong love of tabletop roleplaying games. Whether you're brand new to TTRPGs or a seasoned hero, I’m here to guide you through thrilling stories, emotional character moments, and unforgettable adventures. You won’t just walk away with treasure, you’ll gain unique memories and new friends who shared the journey with you. 👋 About Me • I’m an actor, filmmaker, music lover, and dedicated gamer. • A huge Critical Role fan, which as strongly influence my playstyle; expect roleplay-heavy sessions. • I’m bisexual and neurodivergent, and I believe passionately that TTRPGs are for everyone. Inclusion is NOT optional, it's essential! 🫴 What I Offer • Odyssey Campaigns: Games that last multiple years. • Long-Term Campaigns: 6–12+ month epics across bigger campaigns. • Mini-Campaigns: 2–5 month arcs for a tighter, more focused experience. • One-Shots: Great for new players or a one-night-only adventure. • Homebrew & Official Modules: Pick your flavour; a story you can pick, or one you discover. • Event Games: Hosting a party, team-building day, or themed event? I can run the perfect game for your group. 🐲 Why Adventure With Me? • 🎓 Trained Actor: I hold both a BA and MA in Drama, bringing characters to life with immersive, reactive roleplay and a range of unique NPC voices; Humanoid and Beyond! • 🧠 Experienced GM: I’ve run countless games, paid and unpaid, online and in person. You’re in capable hands. • 🎵 Music & SFX: I provide tailor made music & SFX for every game through Syrinscape. • 💰Investment: I invest in my games; maps, artwork, music, and more. II ensure money goes BACK into my games to keep making them better! • 📖 Loads of Content: I offer access to a rich library of official material to support your character and your journey. 🛡️ Safe, Welcoming Spaces • 🚫 Zero Tolerance for Bigotry of any kind. • 🧰 I make use of TTRPG safety tools to ensure everyone is comfortable, respected, and having fun. Let’s roll some dice, tell great stories, and have fun. Adventure awaits, will you answer the call?
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Creating your character
DO NOT FULLY DECIDE BEFORE SESSION 0! Characters will begin at level 1, with intial discussions on character creation happening in Session 0. Players then will create the character sheets in their own time, but can contact me if they need support. Characters will be made on D&Dbeyond (where my content is stored and shared).
What to expect
Preparing for the session
- A mic to talk, headphones/noise cancellation, & a stable internet connection are necessary. - You will need an account for; Discord, Roll20, D&DBeyond and (optionally) Syrinscape. - Level 1 Character Sheet must be prepared before Session 1 (but I can help if contacted before game), details of character creation will be gone over in Session 0. - (Optional) Download a piece of free software called Syrinscape Online Player to recieve music and sounds (discussed in Session 0). There is an option to use the player through a browser without a requirement for any downloads.
What Euan Buddie brings to the table
🎭 Dynamic Roleplay Trained in acting, I bring every NPC to life with distinct voices and personalities. Experience fully immersive interactions as your character. THEATRE KIDS will love my games! 🎵 Atmospheric Audio Using Syrinscape, I craft immersive soundscapes with ambient noise, music, and effects; whether it’s a busy market or a dragon’s lair, every scene will feel like you're really there. 🌍 Immersive Worlds I primarily run games on Roll20, using official, purchased or custom-built maps tailored to your adventure. From spooky dungeons to bustling cities, every location feels alive, with tokens and assets that bring encounters to life. 📚 Comprehensive Digital Tools My Roll20/D&Dbeyond/Demiplane compendium gives you seamless access to character options, spells, and items, ensuring a smooth creation process and the resources you need to create the character of your dreams. ⚔️ Thrilling Combat Expect exciting combat, cinematically described. I like to include environmental effects to make fights even more dynamic. I balance rules and creativity to make each fight epic and memorable. 📖 Story-Driven Adventures Your decisions ripple through the world, shaping a narrative that’s uniquely yours. It’s more than monsters and loot, this is a tale of your party. Whether you're in a homebrew game, or a pre-written module, anticipate that you have agency, and your actions have consequences. 🤝 Player-Focused Philosophy I’m here to challenge and inspire, not defeat you. Your character's growth and heroism are my priority, and together we’ll create an unforgettable adventure.
Homebrew rules
I use the following light Homebrew/Optional Rules: - *Auto Success/Fail on all d20 tests (*best/worst possible outcome in a situation) - Maximum Critical Hits - Bonus action potion (roll), Action Potion (max on the dice) - Flanking - Skill Challenges - Group skill checks = average number/success, not the lowest roll
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Headphones
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Safety
How Euan Buddie creates a safe table
The game will be using Lines and Veils to ensure a comfortable experience for all players. This is done via a joined sheet which everyone is able to see, but it is completely anonymous. Session 0 will discuss; Code of Confuct, Game Mechanics, Character Creation, Campaign Context, and give oppertunity for questions. 2.5 Hour long session (plus an extra half hour for overrun), 5-10 minute break midway. Debreif at the end (included within time).
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