The Lost City - Shadowdark!
We’re running the classic adventure module The Lost City converted to Shadowdark RPG – fast, deadly, with old-school dungeon crawling.
$15.00
/ Session
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4 players following this game
Bi-weekly / Monday - 11:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 2–3 hours
0 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Game Details System: Shadowdark RPG Platform: Foundry VTT + Discord for voice & chat Players Wanted: 4 to 6 adventurers Schedule: Every other Monday night Time: 7:00 PM – 10:00 PM ET Session 0: Character creation + expectations before we descend Experience: New to Shadowdark welcome. Rules taught, but some TTRPG experience helps. What to Expect: Torch timers and real danger: Shadowdark’s light mechanic makes every choice matter Foundry VTT setup: Dynamic lighting, custom Shadowdark modules, tokens, ambient sound Discord: Voice required, push-to-talk fine. Text for between-session planning Vibe: Sword & sorcery, weird fantasy, high lethality, player skill over character builds Player Fit Looking for reliable players who like exploration, problem-solving, and don’t mind rolling up a new character if the dice go against them. We share the spotlight, respect each other’s time, and keep it fun even when the monsters win. How to Join Reply here or DM me with: Your TTRPG experience + any Shadowdark/FVTT familiarity What you enjoy most in a dungeon crawl Confirm you can make every-other-Monday nights consistently First crawl begins once the party is assembled. Bring a torch. You’ll need it.
Game style
Dungeon Crawl
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
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5 years on StartPlaying
31 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Beginner Friendly, Visual Aid
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hello and well met! I have been playing one version of D&D to the next (except 4th edition) since 1982 when I fell in love with this game while getting my first experience playing with a friend in the back of a station wagon on a road trip. I fell into the role of Dungeon Master with my friends at the time the way that most do (no one else wanted to do it). I immediately fell in love with that role. The directing of a shared story narrative with a table full of friends hit my sweet spot. I believe that EVERYONE at the table should have their voice heard. This is what creates that shared experience of the game (whether a one shot or long term campaign). When starting up a new game players will often ask me it (fill in the blank here) is acceptable. My usual reply is yes and that it is my job as a DM to make it work. I usually prefer a pretty even mix of role playing to combat scenarios. I feel like both compliment each other very well. Bringing new players into the game is a joy. There is nothing else like bringing someone into a hobby which has been a part of my life for the past 4 decades!
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Creating your character
Characters will be created during a free Session Zero
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Discord (free) account needed for voice/chat. No need to download/sign up for Foundry VTT. Link to game will be provided.
What Ray DM brings to the table
High quality maps on Foundry VTT. Ambient and theatric music for scenes.
Homebrew rules
Pulp mode: Luck tokens will stack! CON rolls at 0 hp will be done on secret in order to maximize tension.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Ray DM creates a safe table
Any concerns can be brought up during Session Zero or during gameplay
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