Level 3 to Legend: Epic Fantasy & Generous Loot

Creating your character

Session Zero I believe every great campaign starts with a strong Session Zero. Rather than spending game night creating characters, Session Zero will be scheduled during the days leading up to the campaign whenever possible. If you join a few days before the first session, we'll use that time to meet, discuss your character concept, and create your character together using D&D Beyond. This helps ensure that everyone is ready to jump straight into the adventure when Session One begins. If you already have a character, we'll review it together to make sure it fits naturally into the world of Vhalstaug, the campaign's themes, and the rest of the party. During Session Zero we'll also discuss table expectations, playstyle, scheduling, safety tools, house rules, and answer any questions you may have. It's a chance for everyone to get to know one another, collaborate on character connections, and ensure we're all on the same page before the adventure begins. My goal is simple: when Session One starts, you're already invested in your character, connected to the world, and ready to begin an unforgettable adventure.

Preparing for the session

Platform & Table Expectations Platform: Roll20 will be our primary virtual tabletop. If the group prefers another platform, we're happy to discuss alternatives during Session Zero. Voice & Video: A microphone is required for all players. A webcam is optional but always appreciated, as it helps create a more engaging table experience. Dice: You're welcome to roll physical dice or use Roll20's integrated dice roller. If you choose to roll physical dice, we simply ask that everyone respects the honor system—no fudging rolls! The best stories often come from spectacular failures. Character Creation: Characters will be created using D&D Beyond before the campaign begins. I'll work with each player to ensure your character fits naturally into the world and has meaningful connections to the story. Streaming: I occasionally stream my games. If this campaign is streamed, every player must give their consent. If even one player prefers not to be on stream, the game will not be streamed. Creating a comfortable and enjoyable environment for everyone always comes first.

What JeremyDMing brings to the table

What I Provide As your Dungeon Master, I provide everything you need to immerse yourself in the world of Vhalstaug, including: * High-quality maps and battle maps through Roll20 * Custom tokens for monsters, NPCs, and player characters * Beautiful artwork, handouts, and visual aids * A richly detailed homebrew world with over 30 years of development * Personalized character storylines woven into the main campaign * Access to an exclusive Discord community for lore, announcements, and between-session discussions * One-on-one character creation assistance during Session Zero using D&D Beyond During Session Zero, we'll discuss your character's appearance, personality, and backstory so I can create a custom player token that reflects your unique hero before the adventure begins. My goal is to handle the preparation so you can focus on what matters most—bringing your character to life and enjoying an unforgettable adventure.

Homebrew rules

I use Critical Hit and Failure charts. It adds a bit of spice to the combat. I use a flanking rule that gives players advantage on attacks.

How JeremyDMing creates a safe table

Safety at the Table My goal is to create an environment where everyone feels comfortable, respected, and able to enjoy the adventure. While Vhalstaug explores themes such as horror, mystery, violence, and moral conflict, the well-being of my players will always come before the game. If at any point something makes you uncomfortable, you never need to explain yourself in the moment. We have several simple ways to communicate during the game. Direct Message If you'd rather communicate privately, you can send me a direct message at any time. If something needs to change, we'll adjust the scene and continue without drawing unnecessary attention to the situation. Hand Signals (When Using a Webcam) If you're using a webcam, simple hand gestures provide a quick, silent way to communicate. 🟢 Thumbs Up – Everything is good. You're enjoying the scene and are comfortable continuing. 🟡 Flat Hand – Please slow down or check in. You're still okay, but you'd like the pacing or intensity adjusted. 🔴 Raised Hand – Stop the current scene immediately. We'll pause, make any necessary adjustments, and continue only when everyone is comfortable. X, N, & O System Players are also welcome to use the X, N, and O signals in chat or verbally at any time. ❌ X – Stop. The current content should end immediately or be skipped with no questions asked. ⚠️ N – Nudging a boundary. Please reduce the intensity, change direction, or fade to black. ⭕ O – Everything is okay. You're comfortable with the current scene and happy to continue. Safety tools are available to everyone, at any time, for any reason. There is never any expectation that you justify their use. Above all else, I want this to be a table where everyone feels welcome, respected, and excited to return each week. Great adventures are built on trust, communication, and having fun together.