Undermountain: The Endless Descent

Creating your character

Make a level 5 character ( 2014 rules) using the link for the D&D Beyond website. This adventure is difficult, so mechanically strong builds are encouraged since you're going to need all the help you can get. Anything that is published under the umbrella of official material by D&D but does not qualify as partner material is fair game. That is, you can use whatever is on the D&D Beyond site as long as it does not come from a third party or partner. Remember that you are going to be exploring, fighting, and problem-solving. A balanced party will have an easier time of surviving what lies beneath Waterdeep. Stats with either standard array OR point buy. Get 2 uncommon item of your liking, since you're starting at 5.

Preparing for the session

You need to have a functioning computer and accounts on Discord and a D&DBeyond account prior to session 0. Prior to session 1, you need to have your character ready. If you need help creating a character, I am more than happy to assist you.

What Greg brings to the table

With 100+ games run on StartPlaying, my goal is to provide a polished, immersive, and well-organized experience from the moment you enter the dungeon. We’ll play using Foundry VTT, with dynamic lighting, automated mechanics, immersive effects, and high-quality battlemaps from professional third-party creators. The virtual tabletop is set up to handle the bookkeeping where possible, letting us spend more time exploring, making decisions, and playing the game. Expect tactical and challenging combat, meaningful exploration, and a dungeon that rewards preparation and creative thinking. I aim to run the rules consistently while still embracing the Rule of Cool when it makes sense. If something is unclear, we'll make a ruling and keep the adventure moving rather than getting stuck debating the rules. My priority is creating a game that feels dangerous, immersive, and fair. Your choices matter, victories are earned, and I'm here to make sure everyone at the table gets a chance to shine.

Homebrew rules

Lingering injuries on critical hits. Choice of drinking a healing potions as a bonus action or full action with different effects. Restricted long rests to safe areas.

How Greg creates a safe table

Comfort and safety for the players is essential to me. There will be a Session 0 before we begin our campaign so that we may set expectations and make sure that all participants feel safe with the themes of the game. The X-Card will be used while playing, which means that any participant can raise an issue of discomfort instantly. We will take a break, move on to a different scene, or anything else required to ensure that the table remains comfortable. I also advocate for open dialogue and aftercare sessions afterward, especially after emotionally taxing encounters. My aim is to create a game where the dungeon is brutal and unforgiving, but players never feel threatened or uncomfortable at the table.