RISE OF THE DROW

RISE OF THE DROW

Dungeons & Dragons 5e, Level Up Advanced 5th Edition on Foundry VTT, Discord

Price per player-session

You will be charged when a session starts

$25.00

Information

  • Duration: 4 to 6 hours

  • Number of players: 2 to 6 players

  • Experience required: Open to all

Price per player-session

$25.00

About the adventure

Embrace the Darkness: Journey into the Underdark 🕯️ 🌘 Epic Level 1-20 Campaign 🛡️ Advanced Customization with A5E ⚔️ Battle Horrors of the Underworld 🌍 Explore the Depths Below 🎭 Rich Roleplay and Mature Themes Tonight, a ceremony of light takes place on the surface. Meanwhile, in the city of spiders, a drow matron solidifies a pact with soul-consuming entities, trading great sacrifices for unimaginable power. Drow eyes turn to the surface. The Underworld Awaits: Enter the Underworld, a dark and dangerous place inspired by Norse mythology and popularized by the late, great E. Gary Gygax, as well as authors Ed Greenwood, R.A. Salvatore, and many others. A twisted and dark place with a myriad of cultures and creatures, the Underworld is an entire world buried below the surface, hidden from the light of day. Deep caves and dark passages wind and honeycomb throughout the earth, with distinctly unique races plotting against each other and unknown horrors slogging about looking for an easy meal.

Neurodivergent
Multi-lingual

3 years on StartPlaying

317 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Rule of Cool, Teacher

Average response time: Under 1 hour

Response rate: 100%

Additional Details

How to prepare

Prepare for the Journey: -Mic and headset -Quiet place -Stable Internet connection -Free The Forge account -Free Discord account -Working laptop or home computer. -Character creation will be discussed during session 0. Prepare for the Journey: Mic and headset: Essential for clear audio communication and effective teamwork. Quiet place: Ensure a distraction-free environment for full engagement with the game. Stable Internet connection: Crucial for a smooth and uninterrupted gaming session. Free The Forge account: We will be using Foundry VTT hosted on The Forge. Please create a free account on The Forge. Free Discord account: Communication will be facilitated via Discord. Ensure you have a free Discord account. Working laptop or home computer: Ensure your device can handle the VTT smoothly; tablets may not suffice. Character creation: This will be discussed during Session 0. Come with a concept in mind for your character, considering their background and motivations in the gothic horror setting of the Underdark. Session 0: We will discuss and create characters, introducing the unique mechanics of A5E and how the system is structured within Foundry VTT. This will help you become familiar with the new system and prepare for the challenges ahead.

What I provide

Over 20 years of experience running roleplaying games, which means I've seen Alot and can handle any situation that arises. A willingness to embrace the weird and unusual, so you can expect a game that's full of surprises and unexpected twists. Creativity in crafting stories and managing plots that often go off the rails, which means you and your fellow players will have plenty of opportunities to explore and shape the game world. hundreds of professional games, some of which I have, and still am, hosted on Startplaying, with a growing community of players who keep coming back for more. Shared content through my my digital Library. A wealth of resources that will help enhance your gaming experience like not many. Most importantly, I will bring excitement, creativity, and experience, to turn your game into an ADVENTURE!

Gameplay details

🌘 PREPARE FOR THE JOURNEY 🌘 For this game, we've chosen to use Level Up: Advanced 5th Edition (A5E) rather than the standard 5e. Our decision is rooted in A5E's superior customizability, depth in character creation, and a more balanced approach to gameplay. A5E provides a richer, more engaging experience, allowing for greater creativity and strategic play. We believe this enhances our gaming experience, making every session more memorable and unique. If you seek more depth, balance, and customizability without complexity, then Level Up is the system for you! Level Up: Advanced 5th Edition Enhancements: -Non-caster martial maneuvers. -Immersive and detailed character creation. -Expanded and optimized multiclassing. -Interactive storytelling and roleplay. -Variant rules and tactical combat. -‘Race’ separated into heritage and culture. -8 heritages, 34 cultures, 21 backgrounds. -Meaningful choices every time you level up. -Heritage paragon traits at 10th level. -Improved class capstone features at 20th level. -More than 100 nonmagical combat maneuvers. -Robust online tools. Game Etiquette: No IRL politics, religion, or sexual discussions are allowed during the game to ensure a comfortable and focused environment for everyone. Preparation: Please try to familiarize yourself with Foundry VTT and Level Up: Advanced 5th Edition if possible. It will be appreciated but not necessary. Come with a concept in mind for your character to make the creation process smoother. Respectful Communication: No IRL politics, religion, or sexual discussions are allowed during the game to ensure a comfortable and focused environment for everyone. Open Door Policy: Feel free to step away from the game or leave the session entirely if you feel uncomfortable, overwhelmed, or unsafe at any point during gameplay. Breaks and Debriefing: Regular breaks and a debriefing at the end of each session to discuss any issues and ensure everyone’s well-being. Real life sexual, political or religious contents are banned from the table! IF THERE'S ANYTHING THAT TRIGGERS YOU, PLEASE DO LET ME KNOW. Cancellation Policy: Players are responsible for missing a session or exiting the game. A notice of 24 hours prior to the session's start is required to avoid penalties. If the notice is given less than 24 hours before, the GM will decide how to proceed based on the circumstances. Please note, all refunds will be provided as player credit. This is an award winner mega-adventure which will go from lv1 all the way to lv20! A certain degree of commitment will be required from all of us. Let's make this game a memorable one!

Content warnings

    (none)

Safety tools used

  • Breaks

  • Open Door

  • Session 0

How will character creation work

During Session 0, we will address the following points: Safety Tools: Character Creation: We will discuss and create characters, introducing the unique mechanics of Advanced 5th Edition. This will help players become familiar with the new system and prepare them for the challenges ahead. Breaks: We will have a regular break to ensure everyone’s well-being. Open Door Policy: This tool allows players to step away from the game or leave the session entirely if they feel uncomfortable, overwhelmed, or unsafe at any point during gameplay. Debriefing: We will conduct a debriefing at the end of each game to discuss any issues and ensure everyone’s well-being. Cancellation Policy: Players are responsible for missing a session or exiting the game. A notice of 24 hours prior to the session's start is required to avoid penalties. If the notice is given less than 24 hours before, the GM will decide how to proceed based on the circumstances. Please note, all refunds will be provided as player credit.

Players can expect

  • Combat/Tactics: High

  • Roleplay: Medium

  • Puzzles: Medium

  • Experience Level: Open to all

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