The Sunless Citadel | Ideal for New Players, Levels 1-3
Discover what makes D&D great in a classic dungeon crawl, reborn with new homebrew twists. More roleplaying, more puzzles, and more fun for everyone!
$10.00
/ Session
Details
Bi-weekly / Thursday - 8:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3 hours
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
The last adventurers who dared to enter the infamous Sunless Citadel never came back. Now your party has been hired to discover what happened. Will you meet the same fate as those who went before you? Or will you penetrate the darkness and unveil the many secrets of this deadly ruin? The Sunless Citadel is rightfully one of the most beloved Dungeons & Dragons adventures ever published, well-respected for its clever puzzles, challenging exploration, and memorable moments. I’ve updated this timeless adventure with new details to bring out its best qualities and make the experience even more rewarding. If you’re new to the game, you couldn’t ask for a better introduction. If you want to return to the roots of D&D and discover why it was so revolutionary, then come back to the mysterious and wondrous Sunless Citadel.
Game style
Dungeon Crawl
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Combat Heavy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(10)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
3 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Beginner Friendly, World Builder
About me
I began playing Dungeons & Dragons in 1979, and knew even then that I would be a lifelong GM. TTRPGs have been a part of my life ever since, and have shaped who I am in so many ways—as a writer, reader, storyteller, history buff, and lover of mythology. Wherever I’ve lived and whatever I was doing, I’ve always been part of an active gaming group. I’ve played a number of different systems, including Call of Cthulhu, Traveler, Gamma World, Toon, Paranoia, GURPS, Vampire: The Masquerade, Daggerheart, and Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles. My two great loves in the TTRPG world are the Marvel Superheroes FASERIP game, and of course Dungeons & Dragons. These days, 5e is my primary focus. Even after all these years, I am continuously amazed by the power of TTRPGs. Gaming is a unique creative field of its own, a shared playground of the imagination in which we create stories and excitement together. I would love to be able to share the joy of gaming with more people.
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Creating your character
We’ll be working on character creation for first-level adventurers in Session 0. Feel free to work on your own character concept ahead of time! If you’re just starting out, think about the fantasy archetype you’d like to play. A mighty warrior, a cunning rogue, a powerful wielder of magic? What appeals to you? I have a flexible approach to character generation. This should be an exciting part of your experience as a player, and I will help you through each step. Once you join, I’ll invite you to the Discord server, where I can answer any questions you might have about getting started.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Players just need an account to these free websites: Roll20 Discord
What Grayson brings to the table
My games focus on roleplay and story, and my goal is to make each combat advance the story and your characters’ personal growth. I utilize a lot of voice acting to embody a diverse cast of NPCs. I put a lot of work and creativity into my preparation to make the game world come to life. My GMing style is both “Rule of Cool” and “Rule of Reasonable Verisimilitude” (which is a fancy way of saying I try to make gameplay make sense). I’ve built in time-tested homebrew rules meant to encourage creativity and make the game more engaging. I’m a “yes-and” GM who will work with you to create a fun, challenging, and unforgettable game experience. If you're new to the game, don't worry. I've onboarded lots of players into TTRPGs of all ages and backgrounds. I'm dedicated to making sure you have a great time. I’ll be hosting a Discord community for the game for questions, fun, and updates. All aspects of my campaigns are created with no gen-AI.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How Grayson creates a safe table
Before Session 0, I’ll send you the Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist. You can choose to use this to tell me how you’d like to handle any triggering topics. Session 0 is always free. We’ll go over expectations, including lines and veils. I’ll share an overview of the adventure, assist with character creation if needed, answer questions, and talk about personal quests. In game, you’ll always be able to signal me privately for breaks or table safety needs. Between sessions, you can always reach me through our Discord and by direct message.
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