2024 D&D Adventure Made to order

Creating your character

We will create characters together as a group in a free Session 0. I lean toward dice rolling for stats. I use Roll20 and dndbeyond for most things.

Preparing for the session

I will provide links to Discord + mic, Roll20, dndbeyond campaign link.

What Cory brings to the table

What I Provide as GM Immersive Roleplay: I encourage strong character choices and interactions. Expect meaningful NPCs, a world that reacts to your actions, and chances for your backstory to shape the story. Tactical, Fair Combat: Battles will be frequent and challenging, with enemies that fight smart. I run combat by the book for clarity but allow “Rule of Cool” creativity if it fits the moment. Atmosphere & Tools: Expect a balance of drama, tension, and lighter moments that keep the game moving. Player Agency: The campaign is open-ended, built around your characters. You choose where to go, who to trust, and what battles to fight—the world grows around those decisions. Expectations: Respect at the table is non-negotiable. I welcome both new and experienced players, and I make sure everyone has time to shine. If you want a game where story and strategy both matter, this is it.

Homebrew rules

To keep the game fresh and consistent, I use a few house rules that blend older editions with modern 2024 play. Here’s what you can expect: Combat & Mechanics Potions & Poisons: Drinking/using a potion or poison is a Bonus Action (unless noted otherwise). Taking a potion for maximum effect requires an Action. Flanking: Each ally flanking provides +1 to the attack roll (instead of granting Advantage). Critical Successes: Rolling a natural 20 means maximum damage dice are added on top of the normal roll for a more impactful result. Magic & Items Residuum: Exists in raw and refined forms. Its gold cost can replace material components for spells. Expanded Spell List: Classic spells like Permanency and Disenchant Item are included, bringing back options from earlier editions. Firearms (Optional Rule) If the group agrees to include firearms, I use a custom misfire system balanced by weapon rarity—higher rarity means fewer chances of misfire. Progression Encounter Points: A hybrid system between XP and Milestone leveling. Players earn Encounter Points from meaningful battles, exploration, and roleplay; level-ups happen as the points accumulate.

How Cory creates a safe table

Your comfort at the table comes first. We’ll establish expectations together in a Session 0, where we’ll go over Lines and Veils, review safety tools, and set the tone for the campaign. Tools in Play: X, N, and O Cards (digital or in-chat): Quick signals if something is too much, needs adjusting, or is good to go. Open Door Policy: Anyone can step away from the table at any time without explanation. Deck of Player Safety + Lines & Veils: We’ll outline clear boundaries around sensitive themes and reinforce them during play. Aftercare: We’ll take a few minutes post-session to check in and make sure everyone leaves the table feeling okay. Breaks: Built-in pauses to reset, especially after heavy or tense scenes. Content Boundaries: I’ve already excluded a wide range of sensitive themes (abuse, extreme violence, sexual content, etc.) so we’re not tripping over lines mid-game. You can expect a mix of roleplay and combat without having to worry about crossing those flagged areas. Bottom line: the story should be exciting and challenging, but never at the cost of your comfort or safety.