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Rise from the Underdark- An Out of the Abyss adaptation
Ancient secrets stir beneath a fractured world, where every ruin, relic, and promise pulls heroes closer to a truth best left buried.
$15.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Monday - 8:00 AM UTC
Apr 20 / Session 1
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
4 / 4 Seats Filled
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Schedule
Meet your party members
4/4
About the adventure
Step into a world of haunted ruins, buried history, fractured kingdoms, and truths that were never meant to be uncovered. This is a dark fantasy adventure centered on mystery, discovery, and the weight of the past. Ancient powers still echo beneath the surface of the world, and the choices your characters make will shape far more than their own survival. Expect forgotten relics, dangerous magic, uneasy alliances, and the constant sense that every answer only leads to a deeper question. The tone is serious, immersive, and story-driven, with room for both heroic moments and moral tension. This game is for players who enjoy rich worldbuilding, character growth, and a setting that feels alive with secrets. It is especially great for people who love exploring lore, uncovering hidden connections, and slowly piecing together the larger truth behind what is happening in the world. Combat matters, but it is not the only focus—investigation, roleplay, hard choices, and the consequences of action all play a major role. I like to run games that feel cinematic, emotionally grounded, and collaborative. Player choices matter, character backstories matter, and the world reacts to what you do. You can expect a balance of exploration, roleplay, tension, and meaningful combat, with a focus on immersion and building memorable moments together. This game is best for players who want to invest in the story, take the world seriously, and help create a campaign that feels epic, mysterious, and personal.
Game style
Combat Lite
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Rules as Written (RaW)
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(7)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
1 game hosted
Highly rated for: Rule of Cool, Teacher, Creativity
About me
With 6 years of Dungeon Mastering and 3 years of playing experience in Dungeons & Dragons 5e, I’ve spent nearly a decade weaving immersive worlds, guiding epic campaigns, and learning the rhythm of powerful storytelling. Now, I'm stepping into the next chapter—transforming years of gameplay into a voice of my own as an emerging storyteller. Whether behind the screen or penning new tales, I’m driven by a love for character, worldbuilding, and the magic that happens when imagination meets narrative.
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Creating your character
I will sit down with you personally for about two hours or so and go over the actual character creation and give you details on the setting and world lore.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
I use Foundry as the VTT through Forge and Discord. So a Forge and Discord account are needed, and I can help with both if needed!
What Moto brings to the table
I bring a story-rich, immersive dark fantasy experience built around mystery, discovery, and meaningful player choice. My sessions focus on a living world filled with hidden history, dangerous magic, ancient ruins, and consequences that matter. I put a lot of care into atmosphere, pacing, and worldbuilding so the game feels like stepping into a novel where your characters are the ones shaping what happens next. At the table, I aim for a balance of roleplay, exploration, tension, and combat. I enjoy cinematic moments, emotional character arcs, and rewarding players who engage with the setting, ask questions, and follow the threads of the world’s deeper secrets. Backstories matter, choices matter, and I work to make each character feel connected to the world in a personal way. I also bring preparation, flexibility, and collaboration. I want players to feel supported whether they are experienced or still learning, and I do my best to create sessions that are engaging, fair, and memorable. My goal is not just to run encounters, but to build a campaign where the group creates something epic together.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Moto creates a safe table
I keep my games safe by setting clear expectations, encouraging open communication, and making sure player comfort matters as much as the story. Before or at the start of the campaign, I like to establish boundaries on themes, content, and play style so everyone knows what kind of game they are joining and what topics should be avoided or handled carefully. During play, I want players to feel comfortable speaking up if something feels off, too intense, or no longer fun. I support the use of safety tools such as lines and veils, check-ins, and allowing players to pause or redirect a scene without pressure or judgment. My goal is to create a table where people can enjoy tension, mystery, and drama in the game while still feeling respected and safe as players. I also work to keep the table welcoming through fairness, respect, and collaboration. That means no harassment, no bullying, no talking over others, and no making people feel unwelcome for their experience level, identity, or play style. I want the game to feel immersive and emotionally engaging, but never at the cost of trust at the table.
Content warnings
Safety tools used