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Arcana Unleashed - Deadfall (NEW!)
What are you willing to do to save the world? Become a spy and infiltrate Thay, the infamous land of the Red Wizards.
$36.00
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2 players following this game
Weekly / Thursday - 3:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3 hours
0 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Can you free the world from an undeath tyrant? Deep in the Forgotten Realms, the nation of Thay — notorious for its tyrannical, red-robed wizards — casts an ominous shadow on your table. Secrets are passed in the dark; a looming threat of unimagined power seeks to crumble societies, and one name is at the center of it all—Szass Tam. Dive into the world of enchanted espionage, fragile alliances, and clandestine missions in this magical spy thriller adventure built for high-level play (levels 11–20). Will you be bold enough to face the might of the lich Szass Tam – and stop him before he unleashes his demonic undead horde upon the world? Or will you let it all fall to ruin? Join now for a high stakes, high rewards thriller - and find those few trusted friends in a world full of deception and hidden motives. Sign up now.
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Meet the Game Master
5.0
(149)
2 years on StartPlaying
711 games hosted
Highly rated for: Beginner Friendly, Creativity, Inclusive
Average response time: 6 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
I will make sure that you have a great time playing Dungeons & Dragons. Together we will create a wonderful world and experience great adventures. I run beginner friendly campaigns that allow you to pick up the rules as you play along. We will play Dungeons & Dragons by the rules - with stress on the very FIRST RULE: Fun comes first! - If you have the chance to do something cool, but it would break the rule: Then the rule will break. I am here for you - not the rulebook. ;) I enjoy new discoveries, adventures and a good laugh. Diversity in all it's forms makes our lives richer and more interesting. As a European writer and coach I have lived in seven different countries within Europe. Originally from Düsseldorf in Germany, I now live in Santander, Spain. I speak several languages, but my games are mostly in English. (If you want me to run a game for your friends & family in a different language: Please reach out.) I offer D&D 5E games. (Dungeons & Dragons) We play on DnDBeyond/AboveVTT - or if you live near Santander, Spain: Live. Languages in which I can host games: - English (fluent) - German (native speaker) - Spanish (A2) - Estonian (A2)
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Creating your character
Character Creation will occur during Session Zero. I use discord for this conversation. You will find a calendar to schedule your Session Zero right after you signed up for this game. We will use DNDBeyond for your character - I give you access to all my books. So, you will have a lot of choice for classes, weapons, magic etc. Characters will start at level 1. If you have never played D&D: Don’t worry I walk you through the character creation in season zero. Players are welcome to make their characters on D&DBeyond. We will discuss all your questions in regards to character creation during Session Zero. If you are a late joiner, I will be available to work with you to make your character so they can fit within the campaign. Regardless, everyone will know what everyone else is playing before anyone sits down to play. If issues arise with your character during play, I can work with you to implement changes, up to and including creating a new character if it comes to that.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Internet Access, a free D&D Beyond account and a Microphone will be required for play during the session time for game access and communications. You will also require a competent web browser (ideally Chrome), to access the game during the session. Here is the TECH you need: - D&D Beyond (Free Account) - Chrome - Microphone - Speaker - Internet - Discord (Free Account) - AboveVTT Chrome extension (Free)
What Chris Pyak brings to the table
Gameplay interface, maps, & dice rolling will be provided via AboveVTT/DnDBeyond. Access to game materials and links will be provided in the Prep Materials section after you join. I own most DnD content and if there is something you like to use that I don't own: Let me know and I buy it as long as it is available on DnDBeyond's marketplace.
Homebrew rules
- Giving a potion of healing is always a bonus action. - Crying is a free action - First rule of DnD applies: If you want to do something really cool: Then that will happen, no matter what other rules say.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How Chris Pyak creates a safe table
In session zero we discuss if there are topics that you feel uncomfortable with. For example: I will never create a situation where children are hurt in my games. I will do everything to make you feel comfortable in our game. Because in the end this is our shared hobby and I want you to enjoy.
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