Arcane X-Men | Marvel x Dark Fantasy | Reimagined Superheroes

Creating your character

All characters will be created/finalized during a Session Zero where I will provide additional info about the setting. Session Zero will also be an opportunity for us to develop a party dynamic, create Connections, and tease potential character arcs. If you have a strong idea for your character prior to Session Zero, I encourage you to reach out and we can discuss any elements that might be worth keeping secret at the top. Ideally, your character is a version/reimagining of an X-Men comics character. That doesn't mean you have to know the comics super well, we are just looking for broad strokes. For example, a reimagining of Wolverine might be a Wanderborne Dwarf Warrior trying to regain his lost memories. Alternatively, maybe he is a Wildborne Orc Ranger known only as Weapon X who is on the run from an evil organization. The options are endless and should come from your own ideas, I'm just here to help guide them.

Preparing for the session

Hardware: It may be a deal breaker for some but for this campaign I'd prefer to use webcams so that we can better connect during tense character moments. With that in mind, you'll need a mic, webcam, headphones, and internet access. Software: We will be using Discord for voice and video calls, along with out-of-game communication. Additionally, we will use Alchemy RPG, for character sheets, digital dice, in-game handouts, and cinematic atmospheres. Both Discord and Alchemy are free to use with an account. Invites to both the Discord server and the Alchemy game will be sent once you've joined the game. Rules, Setting, & Character Creation will be explained in Session Zero. Should any other questions arise prior to that, please feel free to reach out!

What Justin brings to the table

As a GM, I let the players guide me. I bring a world full of potential and characters full of life. The rest I choose to let go of. I learned early in my TTRPG journey that the game is so much more fun for us all when I truly let go and lean in. I am also a massive Marvel fan and will bring a vast knowledge of comic book lore that can be used, altered, or scrapped as needed. My decade of experience as an actor, improviser, and teacher has allowed me to follow my instincts and go with the most creative choice - which often leads to the most compelling stories. And you help with that more than you may think. The more you put into your character's choices, flaws, and desires; the juicier your arc will become throughout the campaign. I'll bring delightful characters with lots of heart, passionate moments of turmoil, and high stakes scenes with everything to lose. Expect rewarding exploration, lots of character voices, and harrowing twists. Let's craft an unforgettable story together!

Homebrew rules

Homebrew rules include: - Massive Damage (Core pg. 91) - Custom Fear mechanics pulled from various third-party sources

How Justin creates a safe table

When you make your account on Alchemy RPG you will have the opportunity to add Lines and Veils for yourself. These will be shared with me automatically (and anonymously) when you join the game. Additionally, Alchemy provides a very handy X-Card button on the screen. When pressed, all players are immediately notified but no one is told who pressed it. This anonymous method encourages the use of X-Cards throughout the game.