The Phandalin Frontier: A Living Sandbox

Creating your character

Please have a general description like ( Species, Class, Background) of your character and add those details to the D&D Beyond link, you will get, before session 0. On session 0, we can iron the missing details. You can always contact me, if you have a question or require help creating your character. For STATS you will use the Standard Array. No rolling or point buy. This is done to make the process simpler for players with less experience. Species should be from the following books: PHB (2014), MPMM, TCE, Fizban's. Class: Any (2014) class from the available resources in my D&DBeyond is valid. Multi class is allowed for up to 1 extra class ( total of 2 classes per character) Characters will use XP to level up. When the threshold to level up is reached, the party will need a LONG REST, in order to level up. Only Backgrounds that do not grant feats are allowed. The game will start at level 1 and proceed around level 10, depending on the side quests the party will complete.

Preparing for the session

A functioning computer or other device which can have a web browser is required. Have/ get a good microphone. Have/ get a stable internet connection. Create an account on roll20, dndBeyond and discord, if you don't have one already. Have an idea of your character before session 0 ( i.e edgelord human carrying a big sword)

What Greg brings to the table

Your GM: fair, prepared, and on your side With over 1,000 hours behind the screen, I run a "Lawful Neutral" table: I'm a fair arbiter of the rules who roots for your success while keeping the world dangerous and immersive. What you get at my table: - True Agency. Your backstory is the engine of the story, not set dressing. I weave your character's goals directly into the mystery of the Shattered Obelisk and the looming threat of the dragon Cryovain. - Guaranteed Consistency. You're paying for a professional commitment. Games run weekly and start on time, which builds a dedicated, mature group. - Professional Tools. I run a Roll20 Plus subscription and a D&D Beyond Master Tier account, so you get access to nearly all 2014 core content, with maps and tokens that work seamlessly. - Immersive Atmosphere. Every NPC gets their own voice, and curated ambient music and battle tracks bring the Sword Coast to life. High-End Cartography. Official campaign maps are combined with premium custom assets, so every battlefield looks stunning and plays tactically. - The Rule of Cool, with Logic. Creative solutions are always welcome as long as they stay grounded in the world. (Style alone won't save you from a dragon's gullet!) - Streamlined Combat. To keep fights fast and cinematic, I use "Single-Summon" mechanics. The spotlight stays on your heroes, not on managing swarms of companions. - Patient Mentorship. New to 5e? I'm happy to teach the nuances and guide you through the rules as we play.

Homebrew rules

Use a potion on yourself as a Bonus Action (roll for health) or as a full Action (receive maximum healing). Critical hits carry weight for both heroes and villains, utilizing the "Lingering Injuries" system to make every major blow feel impactful. Crying is always a free action, so use it as much as you want for stress relief.

How Greg creates a safe table

There will be a session 0, in which the group will discuss the GM's playstyle, table rules as well as expectations. All players shall talk about their expectations from the game, group and DM. There will be an X card on the Roll20 VTT, which ALL player will be able to use. If drawn ( the player(s) who drew it shall not be named or otherwise outted), the group take a break and the DM will talk with the affected player(s) in a private chat. There will be at least one break during the game session. ( Depends on group wishes)