Triumph of the Tusk

Creating your character

Characters will begin at Level 3 and should be created prior to Session 1 using Pathbuilder 2e, we are using the Free Archetype optional rule. All official Pathfinder 2e character options are welcome unless otherwise discussed. If you're new to Pathfinder or unsure about a character concept, I'm happy to help with character creation, rules questions, and party composition through our Discord before the game begins. The Pathfinder Player's Guide for Triumph of the Tusk is available to all players and includes recommended character options, backgrounds, and campaign-specific information to help connect your character to the story. Once your character is created, we'll review it together to ensure everything is working correctly and that your character has strong ties to the campaign and the party. New Pathfinder players are absolutely welcome.

Preparing for the session

Join the Discord Server: https://discord.gg/hzFxA6uZFQ Download TaleSpire (Guest Edition): https://store.steampowered.com/app/2881860/TaleSpire__Guest_Edition/ The free Guest Edition is all that is required to play. No TaleSpire experience is necessary. Read the Triumph of the Tusk Player's Guide. This guide contains campaign-specific information, recommended character options, backgrounds, and important lore about Belkzen and its people. Choose a Faction. Each character should select one of the organizations presented in the Player's Guide and serve as that group's representative at the Flood Truce gathering. Your faction choice will help connect your character to the campaign and provide roleplaying opportunities throughout the adventure. Create Your Character in Pathbuilder 2e. Characters begin at Level 1. Please have a completed character ready before Session 1. Create a Character Who Wants to Be Here. This campaign focuses heavily on Belkzen, its people, and the future of the orc nation. Your character does not need to be an orc, but they should have a reason to engage with orc culture, participate in diplomacy, and work alongside the other representatives attending the Flood Truce. Questions? Ask! If you're new to Pathfinder 2e, TaleSpire, or tabletop RPGs in general, I'm happy to help with character creation, rules questions, and campaign preparation through Discord before the game begins.

What Christian Chaney brings to the table

My goal is to create an immersive and welcoming table where players can become invested in both the world and their characters. This campaign will be run in TaleSpire using custom-built 3D environments that allow players to explore settlements, dungeons, wilderness locations, and battlefields as living spaces rather than simple encounter maps. Areas are revealed as you explore, encouraging discovery and rewarding curiosity. While Triumph of the Tusk contains plenty of exciting combat, it is also a roleplay-heavy campaign centered around diplomacy, culture, leadership, and difficult choices. I encourage players to engage with NPCs, build relationships, and take an active role in shaping the story. Character voices are used where appropriate, though immersion and meaningful interactions are always more important than performance. I generally follow Pathfinder 2e's rules, but I don't believe rules should get in the way of fun. In most cases, Pathfinder already provides tools for creative solutions, and I enjoy helping players accomplish their goals within the framework of the game. If unusual situations arise, I'll make fair rulings and keep the game moving. Combat is run according to the intelligence and motivations of the creatures involved. Enemies will behave realistically, and poor tactical decisions can have consequences. Character death is possible, though my goal is always to create memorable stories rather than punish players. New Pathfinder 2e players and first-time TaleSpire users are absolutely welcome. I'm happy to help with character creation, rules questions, and learning the system before and during the campaign. Most importantly, this is a cooperative game. Characters should be willing to work together, support the party, and engage with the adventure. Everyone at the table deserves opportunities to contribute, shine, and help tell an unforgettable story.

How Christian Chaney creates a safe table

Triumph of the Tusk is a high-stakes campaign built around dangerous encounters, political intrigue, and meaningful consequences. That said, player comfort always comes first. Before Session 1, we’ll align on tone, expectations, and boundaries through Discord discussion. We’ll cover: Tone balance and campaign expectations Topics or themes players would prefer to avoid Cooperation and spotlight sharing This campaign includes fantasy violence, undead, betrayal, and environmental danger. Clear communication is always encouraged. Players are welcome to: Message me privately at any time Step away from the table if needed Raise concerns during or after sessions No one will ever be asked to justify their comfort level. At the same time, this is a cooperative game, and respect for fellow players is expected at all times. Everyone deserves the opportunity to enjoy the experience. My goal is simple: A challenging world, a fair table, and a story players are excited to return to each week.