Prison Break: Escape the Black Cells [Challenging]

Prison Break: Escape the Black Cells [Challenging]

You wake in chains with nothing to your name—then the prison erupts into chaos. Fight, sneak, or outsmart your way to freedom before...it's too late.

TYPE

One-Shot

LEVELS

3

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Intermediate

AGE

All Ages
3 NEEDED TO START
$10.00

/ Session

Details

Once / Wednesday - 11:00 PM UTC

May 13

Session Duration / 2–3 hours

0 / 5 Seats Filled

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About the adventure

The iron doors weren’t meant to open. Deep within the Black Cells, something has gone terribly wrong. Guards are shouting, prisoners are running, and somewhere in the chaos… an opportunity appears. Stripped of your gear and thrown together with strangers, you’ll have to act fast—improvise weapons, choose your allies carefully, and carve a path to freedom through a prison that’s falling apart. But escape won’t be simple. The main gate is heavily defended. The sewers are dark and dangerous. And not every prisoner wants you to make it out alive. This is a fast-paced, high-tension one-shot focused on player choice, creative problem-solving, and cinematic escape. Every decision matters—and there’s no time to hesitate.

Meet the Game Master
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Less than a year on StartPlaying

13 games hosted

Highly rated for: Inclusive, Teacher, Storytelling

Average response time: 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

About me

HELLO FELLOW DND ENTHUSIASTIC! I’ve been playing Dungeons & Dragons for about four years now, mostly as a player and I’ve really fallen in love with what the game offers. The storytelling, creativity, and memorable moments that come from playing together. I’m newer to DMing, but I’m enthusiastic, prepared, and genuinely excited to be behind the screen. I enjoy building worlds, creating stories, and giving players choices that actually matter and shape what happens next. I want your characters to feel important, and for the world to react to the things you do. My DMing style leans toward a balance of roleplay, story, and combat. I care more about immersion, pacing, and everyone having a good time than strict rules-lawyering, while still keeping things fair and consistent. At the end of the day, fun and shared storytelling come first. I’m really looking forward to starting this adventure together and seeing where the story goes. Let’s make something memorable.

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Character creation

Creating your character

Characters will be made before the one-shot, through dnd-beyond and the links provided to you by joining this listening. Level 3, Standard Array or Rolling for Stats (2 Times)

What to expect

Preparing for the session

I will provide discord link to join, for communication. D&D Beyond Campaign and Above VTT extensions: For Character Creation and Maps. This is a one-shot. Sessions begin at the scheduled time. No-shows are not refunded.

What King Magnate brings to the table

I enjoy voicing character, and strong NPC presence. My focus is on emotional tone and immersive roleplay. I use ambient music to enhance mood while keeping communication clear and comfortable for everyone at the table.

Homebrew rules

N/A : Wanna Keep Core Content of D&D, as not to introduce more confusing things to remember :)

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Microphone

Safety

How King Magnate creates a safe table

Always feel free to message me, and use X, N, & O for content that doesn't feel comfortable. X: Don't proceed N: Fade to Black O: You Can Proceed

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