Sands of Doom
Travel through Kirat, a harsh desert with scarce water on the edge of the Great Wasteland. Once home to a powerful civilization, the Was
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Monthly / Monday - 11:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 2–3 hours
Campaign Length / Up to 30 Sessions
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Sands of Doom thrusts you into Kirat, a brutal desert where water is scarce, resources are hard won, and every journey tests your endurance. On the edge of the Great Wasteland, an endless sea of cursed dunes, survival demands grit, cunning, and the will to push forward when the land itself seems determined to break you. Beyond the shifting sands lie the remnants of a fallen civilization, its ruin steeped in ancient blight and buried secrets. Those who dare to explore the Wasteland will face relentless hazards and uncover dangerous powers long forgotten, if they can survive long enough to claim them.
Game style
Combat Heavy
Hexcrawl / Exploration
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Sandbox / Open World
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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’re welcome to bring your own 1st-level character using only official material. If you’d like help creating one, I’m happy to walk you through the process. Ability scores will use the standard array. If you’d rather not make your own character, I have pregenerated options tailored for this module. You can also describe the kind of character you want to play, and I can create one for you.
Pre-generated characters available: Bard, Wizard, Warlock, Cleric, Rogue, Monk, Fighter, Barbarian
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 Anyone may use a spell scroll regardless of character class
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How AJ creates a safe table
As with any group of 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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