How to prepare

Players will need accounts for Discord, DnDBeyond, and Roll 20 - free accounts are fine. Step one after joining will be the survey, then discord access, followed by the DndBeyond character creation link, and finally the Roll20 Game invite.

What I provide

I have access to all currently published official 5e materials through D&D Beyond, allowing for diverse character building choices, as well as monsters, magic items, etc to encounter in-game. I host the game on my own Discord Server, and I use Roll 20 for maps, many of which are custom made my me, or come from artists on Patreon, etc. I enjoy a mix of humor and grit in my games, and strive to make sessions enjoyable for everyone - part of the pre-session 0 survey focuses on player preferences for play/ socialization mix for sessions, so I have an idea what everyone enjoys. I view the DM as a collaborative storyteller, someone who provides continuity and creativity in an as-open-world-setting as possible. Player choice and agency guides the story.

Gameplay details

Drakkenheim is a dark setting, with many horror elements. There is a theme of physical corruption that can mutate characters and make long-term changes to their forms and bodies. There is a higher chance of character death than in a typical D&D game. To keep this game fun I will be using several Safety tools - first there will be a pre-session 0 survey about players lines & veils, a Session 0 discussion of possible content and how the corruption mechanic works. In game X cards (and others) will be in-use. I have an open-door policy - we are all adults and can take whatever breaks and pauses we need to maintain our mental health and wellness. There will also be at least one planned break every session. There will be a check-in at the beginning and end of session, and I will be available throughout the week for additional debriefing and conversations. \ I am a fully inclusive and welcoming DM, I do not use non-consensual sexual activity of any kind, nor do I allow players to engage in such activity. Torture is never explicitly detailed and is heavily veiled (I do not typically use or encourage torture in my games, but it isn't disallowed). All players are expected to honor everyone at the table's personal identity, and any and all accommodations (including in-game mechanics if desired) will be fully accepted and supported by all players.

Content warnings

(none)

Safety tools used

• Breaks

• Debriefing

• Lines and Veils

• Luxton Technique Discussion

• Open Door

• Session 0

• Stars and Wishes

• X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

1st level Character creation will take place via a 'Join Campaign' link for DnDBeyond - that will allow you access to all of the builder options available. I will provide guidelines for the Character Builder settings via Discord - there are no Race/ Species, Class, or Subclass restrictions - I can make it all work. I haven't decided if I'm setting Drakkenheim within an existing campaign setting (i/e Faerun, Eberron, Exandria, etc), so I'm not sure of the deities or pantheons as of yet, and am open to popular opinion (also part of the pre-session 0 survey). If you've read through Dungeons of Drakkenheim let me know, so I can ensure a fresh experience for you. If you listened to the original campaign, I haven't, so I'm anticipating our campaign could be wildly divergent.