Beneath The Breathing Sea
Beneath a cursed coastal village, a black sea breathes in silence, drawing the desperate to its depths. And soon, it will call your name too.
$10.00
/ Session
Details
Once / Friday - 8:00 PM UTC
May 8
Session Duration / 2–3 hours
0 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
You awaken in a remote coastal village swallowed by constant fog, sentenced here as forced labor. Officially, this is redemption. In truth, you were sent here because people like you are easily forgotten. The village survives under strange rules: disappearances are normal, silence is safety, and the black sea below the cliffs is never questioned. Something vast and unnatural lies beneath the water, and it is hungry. This is a gothic cosmic horror one-shot, focused on psychological tension, body horror, and moral decay rather than heroic fantasy. There are no chosen heroes here, only people trying to remain themselves in a place that erases identity. Expect a slow-burning descent into dread, where every choice matters, and survival may come at the cost of who you are.
Game style
Combat Heavy
Hexcrawl / Exploration
Roleplay Lite
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(5)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Creativity, World Builder, Inclusive
About me
Hi! I'm Lorenzo, a Game Master with 6 years of experience running tabletop RPGs both online and at public events, conventions, and gaming fairs. My games focus on cinematic storytelling, tactical combat, and immersive worlds where player choices truly shape the story. I love mixing epic fantasy with darker and horror elements to create memorable adventures. Thanks to my background in improvisation, and voice acting, I bring NPCs and stories to life with character voices, music, sound effects, and custom maps. I welcome both beginners and experienced players, and I run games in Italian, English, and Spanish. If you enjoy deep storytelling, tactical challenges, and collaborative worldbuilding, you’ll feel right at home at my table.
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Creating your character
Characters must be level 3. You can create your character: Beforehand or During Session 0 (FREE OF CHARGE) if you prefer guidance We will use: D&D 5.5 (2024 ruleset) Official Content of D&D 5.5 and Ravenloft Standard Array or Point Buy for stats I’m happy to help new players build their character step by step, or hand them pre-generated characters if needed. Backstories are encouraged, especially if they can tie into the region or your motivations for adventuring.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Before the session, please make sure to: Join the Discord server (link will be appear once joining the campaign), have a working microphone and be ready to access Owlbear Rodeo (no download required).
What Lorenzo brings to the table
As your GM, I focus on immersion, storytelling, and player-driven experiences. You can expect: Distinct NPC voices and expressive roleplay, Music and ambient sound to enhance atmosphere, Maps and visual aids, Tactical and meaningful combat encounters, A narrative that adapts to your choices. I balance rules and storytelling, prioritizing fun and immersion while keeping the game fair and engaging for everyone. This game will focus heavily on atmosphere and immersion, where the the goal is not victory... it is survival of self.
Homebrew rules
To improve flow and enjoyment, I use a couple light homebrew rules: Death Saving Throws are made by the DM and will be explained in character through memories of the character, to build tention and valorize the character's story; Rule of Cool applies when it enhances the story without breaking the game. All rules will be explained further if needed during Session 0 (FREE OF CHARGE).
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Lorenzo creates a safe table
This game contains the following Safety Tools: Session 0, Lines and Veils, and Breaks. During session 0 (FREE OF CHARGE), we will define sensitive topics that should not be addressed, prepare the list of Lines and Veils for the table, and introduce the setting so that everyone can find inspiration to create their own characters and integrate them into the world. During campaign sessions, players can ask for a 5-minute break at any time to catch their breath and refocus.
Content warnings
Safety tools used