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Chronicles of the Midnight Realm
Step into a dark fantasy anthology where every dark corner hides a unique terror.
$15.00
/ Session
Details
Bi-weekly / Tuesday - 9:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 4–6 hours
Campaign Length / Up to 11 Sessions
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Some secrets are written in blood. Others are bound in the Libris Nocturnum. Step into a dark fantasy anthology where every dark corner hides a unique terror. Chronicles of the Midnight Realm is a series of grim, self-contained grimdark adventures where your survival depends entirely on your wits, your steel, and your willingness to face the unholy. From cursed hamlets choked by fog to ancient crypts where the dead refuse to rest, each chapter of this campaign tells a new story of dark magic, cursed artifacts, and cosmic dread. Perfect for players who love high-stakes tactical combat, heavy atmospheric roleplay, and a world where every choice has a cost. Your characters will grow, face new horrors, and see if they have what it takes to survive the dark.
Game style
Combat Lite
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: Inclusive, Creativity, Rule of Cool
About me
I've been a gamer my whole life. Final Fantasy VII hooked me on RPGs, and playing HeroQuest with my brothers started it all. Revisiting those games recently reignited my passion for D&D. I love games like Baldur's Gate where your choices actually change the world. I stepped up to GM when my brother got too busy to run our group's game, and it was the best choice I ever made. If you want a game where your character truly lives on, your seat is ready.
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Creating your character
Character Creation Rules Level: Start at Level 3 (where builds actually get fun). System: D&D 5e. All official books allowed for classes and archetypes. Stats: Standard Array or Point Buy. Vibe: Neutral or Good-aligned heroes who actually want to fight the dark. No murderhobos.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
To join this campaign, you must have the following accounts ready before our first session. All tools used in this game are completely free for you as a player.Voice & Social: Discord (A working microphone and a quiet environment are required. We will use Discord for our live voice chat).Virtual Tabletop (VTT): Foundry VTT (Accessible directly through your web browser via a link I will provide. No installation or license purchase required on your end).Character Sheets: D&D Beyond (You will build your character here so I can seamlessly pull your sheet, inventory, and stats directly into Foundry).
What Cade Ironkettle brings to the table
My GM Style: Cinematic Horror & Rule of Cool I am a massive horror fan—think classic Evil Dead vibes. That means while my games feature grim, intense elements (including descriptive gore, mutilation, and dark psychological themes), the ultimate goal at my table is to heb fun, joke around, and tell a badass story together. Here is what you can expect when you sit at my table: The Rule of Cool: If you want to try something epic dat isn't strictly in the rulebook but makes sense for your character and the scene, I will almost always say: "You can certainly try." Atmosphere Over Voices: I'll be honest—I am still working on perfecting my NPC voices, so you won't get a professional voice actor. Instead, I focus 100% of my energy on building thick cinematic tension, using soundscapes, and pacing the narrative to give you a genuine horror experience. Lighthearted Out-of-Character Vibe: We are here to play a game. Even when your characters are fighting for their lives against terrifying monsters, we as players are going to laugh, throw out horror movie references, and enjoy the ride.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How Cade Ironkettle creates a safe table
DM Note: This is a horror anthology featuring grim elements, but we are here to tell a thrilling story together, not to cross personal boundaries. We maintain a strict line between cinematic tension and player comfort. Safety Tools In-Use: Lines and Veils, X-Card (via Foundry/Discord digital triggers), and structured debriefs after intense sessions. Core Themes & Warnings: Gore, undead/necromancy, psychological suspense, jump scares, descriptions of visceral combat, plague/disease themes, and body horror. Strict Restrictions: Zero tolerance for bigotry, sexual violence, PvP (player-versus-player) hostility, or disruptive "murderhobo" behavior. Content Warnings: Visceral combat, body horror, mutilation, and themes of implied suicide. These elements are used to build environmental horror and plot stakes, never to target players.
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Safety tools used