🌎 A NEW WORLD | A Minecraft-Inspired D&D Campaign
The Overworld is dying, the Nether is bleeding through, and somewhere beyond the End lies the answer. Gather your gear, build your legend, and survive
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Weekly / Sunday - 10:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3 hours
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About the adventure
You awaken in a strange land of forests, towering mountains, sprawling caves, and forgotten ruins. You have no memory of how you arrived—only the instinctive knowledge that nightfall means danger. Strange creatures stalk the wilderness, ancient structures hide beneath the earth, and somewhere beyond the horizon lies a civilization that may know why you were brought here. But this world is far more than survival. Beneath its blocky surface lies a forgotten history of kingdoms, ancient builders, lost strongholds, and powers that were never meant to be awakened. Every cave could lead to a treasure vault. Every ruined portal could open a path to something far worse. As your party grows stronger, you'll venture from the peaceful Overworld into the Nether, where fortresses burn beneath crimson skies, and eventually toward the mysterious End, where an ancient dragon guards secrets that could change the fate of the entire world. Build your home. Gather your resources. Craft legendary gear. Explore the unknown. Fight monsters. And most importantly—decide what kind of legend you want to become. This is a Minecraft-inspired D&D adventure where exploration, survival, combat, crafting, and storytelling come together. Your choices will shape the world around you, and the greatest treasures won't always be found in a chest.
Game style
Dungeon Crawl
Sandbox / Open World
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(41)
1 year on StartPlaying
66 games hosted
Highly rated for: Inclusive, Beginner Friendly, Storytelling
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 50%
About me
HELLO FELLOW DND ENTHUSIASTIC! I’ve been playing Dungeons & Dragons for about four years now, mostly as a player and I’ve really fallen in love with what the game offers. The storytelling, creativity, and memorable moments that come from playing together. I’m newer to DMing, but I’m enthusiastic, prepared, and genuinely excited to be behind the screen. I enjoy building worlds, creating stories, and giving players choices that actually matter and shape what happens next. I want your characters to feel important, and for the world to react to the things you do. My DMing style leans toward a balance of roleplay, story, and combat. I care more about immersion, pacing, and everyone having a good time than strict rules-lawyering, while still keeping things fair and consistent. At the end of the day, fun and shared storytelling come first. I’m really looking forward to starting this adventure together and seeing where the story goes. Let’s make something memorable.
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Creating your character
Level: 1 Rules: D&D 5.5e (2024) Ability Scores: Standard Array, Point Buy, or 4d6 Drop Lowest Species: Any official 5.5e species, but reskinned to fit the Minecraft world Classes: All official 2024 classes Backgrounds: Official 2024 backgrounds, customized to the Minecraft setting Starting Equipment: Class/background equipment (Flavour Minecraft Equipment) Feats: Normal 2024 rules
What to expect
Preparing for the session
🛠️ Before the Adventure Begins 🎮 Create a free D&D Beyond account for character creation and character sheets. 🎲 Join the game through StartPlaying and reserve your seat. 💬 Join our Discord server for voice chat, announcements, and game resources. 🗺️ Access the game through AboveVTT (free browser-based VTT integrated with D&D Beyond—no downloads required). 🎭 Create a Level 2 character before Session 1, or arrive a little early and I'll happily help you build one.
What King Magnate brings to the table
🎭 What I Provide as Your Game Master 🌫️ Immersive Storytelling – Barovia is a living world filled with memorable NPCs, dark mysteries, hidden secrets, and meaningful choices that shape the story. 🦇 Character Voices & Roleplay – I bring important NPCs to life with distinct personalities, voices, and mannerisms to help make every interaction feel memorable. 🎵 Ambient Music & Atmosphere – Expect carefully selected music, soundscapes, and visuals that enhance the gothic horror experience without becoming distracting. ⚔️ Dynamic Combat – Combat is challenging, cinematic, and meaningful. Enemies fight intelligently, victories feel earned, and every battle has stakes. 🎭 Roleplay-Friendly Environment – Whether you're a seasoned roleplayer or brand new to D&D, you'll have opportunities to develop your character and make impactful decisions. 📖 Rules with Flexibility – I generally follow the rules as written, but I'm a strong believer in the Rule of Cool when it creates memorable moments and improves the story. 🤝 Beginner-Friendly Guidance – New players are always welcome. I'm happy to help with character creation, rules questions, and learning the game. ⭐ My goal is simple: create a game where your character's choices matter, your victories feel earned, and every session leaves you excited for the next adventure. Expect: Gothic Horror 🦇 • Exploration 🌫️ • Roleplay 🎭 • Tactical Combat ⚔️ • Mystery 🕯️ • Character Growth ⭐️
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How King Magnate creates a safe table
Player safety and comfort are important at my table. We'll briefly discuss expectations during Session 0, establish Lines & Veils, and make sure everyone is comfortable with the campaign's themes. Players may privately message me at any time if a topic makes them uncomfortable, and adjustments will be made without question. My goal is to create a fun, respectful, and welcoming environment where everyone can enjoy the adventure.
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