Prize of The Mountain Prince (Learn The Game)
Your party will traverse stormy woods, a seemingly quiet town, and the deep dark caves of a dragon's lair to save a young girl.
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Once / Thursday - 10:30 PM UTC
May 7
Session Duration / 2–4 hours
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Step into a classic fantasy adventure designed for players and Dungeon Masters who are new to Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. Starting at level 3, this story introduces the game through a balanced mix of exploration, roleplay, and combat while teaching the fundamentals in a clear, hands-on way. Your journey begins in a quiet frontier town where the blacksmith’s daughter has vanished, drawing the party into a growing mystery that leads through stormy forests, tense encounters with wary townsfolk, and eventually into the depths of a dragon’s lair. The tone focuses on classic heroic fantasy, with brave adventurers uncovering secrets and confronting a rising threat. The pacing allows players to learn rules naturally while staying immersed in an engaging story. Designed for a group of four, this adventure emphasizes collaboration, creative problem solving, and learning through play, making it an ideal starting point for both new players and first-time Dungeon Masters.
Game style
Dungeon Crawl
Combat Heavy
Roleplay Lite
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
4.8
(6)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Teacher, World Builder, Inclusive
About me
Hello! I’m AJ, a Dungeon Master with experience dating back to 2018, including nearly four years of running games on stream. My approach to play emphasizes the three pillars in this order: social interaction, exploration, and combat. I focus on immersive storytelling through careful attention to detail, including vivid sensory descriptions, believable NPC behavior, and environments designed to feel natural and internally consistent. I usually run games in my own custom setting, but I am equally comfortable using official settings when preferred. While combat is third in my priorities, I still make it engaging, dynamic, and challenging. My goal is to create meaningful tension without becoming unfair or overly punishing. Players can expect encounters that reward smart decisions and teamwork rather than simple endurance. I am also very comfortable working with new players. I have introduced many people to the game over the years and enjoy helping them learn the rules, build confidence, and develop good habits for future campaigns. NOTE: I am currently only available for one-shots/mini series or monthly sessions for campaigns. Unless, theyre play by post!
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Creating your character
You are welcome to bring your own 3rd-level character to the table using official source material. Ability scores are calculated using standard array. If you need help rolling your character, I’m happy to sit down with you and walk through character creation. You can also select a character from the pre-generated options I have designed specifically for this module, or tell me the kind of character you’d like to play, and I’ll gladly create one for you!
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You will need: A discord account A roll20 account And a basic understand of the rules of 5e. But, you don't need to have them memorized I'm happy to answer any questions you have in game if you get confused!
What AJ brings to the table
I will be providing: Maps Music Opportunities to act in character A solid understanding of the rules with flexibility for creative ideas Problems that don't just have 1 solution Challenging but not overwhelming combat An environment to learn the game and feel comfortable going into your next session. A completely human crafted experience
Homebrew rules
Drinking a potion is a bonus action unless an enemy is within 5ft Death saves are private
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Headphones
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Safety
How AJ creates a safe table
As with any group of new players, you’ll be asked to complete a brief survey about your comfort levels with certain topics. This helps me adjust the game ahead of time to ensure a respectful, safe, and enjoyable table for everyone. We’ll also take a 10-minute break midway through the session for water, snacks, and to check in if needed. If anything during the game makes you uncomfortable, you can privately message me “Yellow” to signal that things should ease up, or “Red” for an immediate stop. This applies to in-game content and player behavior alike, I’m committed to maintaining a positive experience for the whole group.
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