Ghosts of Saltmarsh: A Nautical Horror Adventure of Discovery & Peril | 🏳️‍🌈DM

About the adventure

Embark on a magical voyage with GHOSTS OF SALTMARSH, where the mysteries of a coastal village entwined with ancient legends and ghostly tales await. Set against the expansive backdrop of the Forgotten Realms, a new nautical adventure rises from the deep. 🌊 Dive into the Secrets of Saltmarsh: Explore a town rich with historical intrigue and shrouded in eerie legends from the vast ocean. ⚔️ Battle Oceanic Foes: Face the daunting denizens of the deep and unravel mysteries whispered by the sea winds and hidden beneath the waves. 📚 Experience a Rich Tapestry of Stories: Enjoy a blend of thrilling narratives and dynamic gameplay, designed for those who cherish both excitement and lore. 🤝 Forge Bonds in Adventure: Team up with loyal companions or forge new alliances in your quest to shine light on Saltmarsh's secrets and become its beacon of hope. ✨ Leave Your Mark: The call of adventure resonates through the crashing waves. Are you ready to answer? Set sail on an extraordinary journey! The spectral shores of Saltmarsh beckon, laden with mystical ruins, uncharted lands, and the whispers of ancient tales. In GHOSTS OF SALTMARSH, each day unveils a new mystery, and every wave may hide a legend. As heroes, your quest is to delve into the cryptic story of this town and safeguard its haunted coastline. Whether you're a seasoned explorer or setting sail for the first time, this voyage promises legendary tales that will echo through the ages. Gather your crew, heed the call of the sea, and launch into an epic that will be remembered forever! 🌌🌊🚢 [[Beginner & LGBTQIA2S+ Friendly]] -------------------------- 📣See what Victoria has to say about my DMing: ⭐"I cannot recommend Leland well enough, especially as a GM to those who are new to TTRPG's. I am extremely new to D&D--only watching content online--and, through Leland's Lost Mine of Phandelver campaign, decided to try my hand at playing. Not only was he more than happy to help me when it came to the character creation process (answering very quickly to any questions/concerns I had, reviewing my character sheet, and explaining parts of lore), he also made sure I had access to all the online materials needed and provided a welcoming introduction to his community (and my party members). Our session 0 was astounding; I was nervous to start, but soon realized that Leland creates a welcoming, explorative environment that truly allows all his players to shine and feel safe. Through inquisitive character building questions, party trust and bonding was established quickly. If you're looking for a GM that will help you develop a noteworthy character and their story both in relation to the party and the world while also having fun, look no further. I am extremely excited for the sessions to come."

Additional Details

How to prepare

🎲 Download the zoom desktop client here: https://us05web.zoom.us/download#client_4meeting (This is where we will host our games during live play. Video is completely optional.) 🎲 Join the Discord community and connect with fellow adventurers. (Discord Link here) 🎲 I will provide a D&D Beyond link for the campaign. Create an account and access the campaign resources there. 🎲 I will also provide a Roll20 link for the campaign. Sign up or log in to Roll20 and join the campaign using the provided link. 🎲 If you have any questions or need assistance, don't hesitate to reach out to Leopold or fellow players in the Discord community. ---------------- New to StartPlaying? You can also get $10 off your first session by signing up for your account using this link! https://startplaying.games/referral/cl4q1psp46euhbopk07tp42dx

What I provide

🎲 Access to a Discord community where you can connect with other players and engage in discussions. 🎲 D&D Beyond link for the campaign, granting you access to campaign-specific resources and character creation tools. 🎲 Roll20 link for the campaign, allowing you to join the virtual tabletop and participate in immersive gameplay. 🎲 Optional: Custom pixel art of your characters from the Reroll app, or custom machine generated images of your character, prompted by me. 🎲 Beautiful maps to aid in strategizing and visualizing your character's surroundings. 🎲 Guidance and assistance in creating your character, ensuring a seamless integration into the campaign. 🎲 An engaging and immersive storytelling that brings the world and its characters to life. 🎲 Voice acting and roleplaying to enhance the atmosphere and make the story come alive. 🎲 Expertly crafted encounters and challenges that will test your strategic thinking and decision-making. 🎲 An inclusive and welcoming environment, ensuring that everyone feels safe, seen, and comfortable throughout the campaign. 🎲 Flexibility and adaptability to cater to both beginner and experienced players, providing guidance and support as needed. 🎲 Music, sound effects, and machine generated (AI) visuals to further enhance immersion. 🎲 Collaboration and a focus on allowing every player to shine, ensuring that everyone has fun and feels involved. 🎲 A commitment to providing a memorable and enjoyable campaign that will leave you eagerly anticipating the next session.

Gameplay details

I'll have everyone submit lines/veils/interests via a google form, then I will distribute a pdf document for the other players to have on hand. Then we'll go over them during session 0, along with making characters and doing some collaborative storytelling to establish relationships between said characters.

Content warnings

(none)

Safety tools used

Breaks
Lines and Veils
Open Door
Session 0
Stars and Wishes
X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

If you'd like to make a character in advance, the parameters are as follows: -Lvl (current campaign level, please ask) -Standard array ability scores -Starting equipment -Max HP at 1st level, average after that (fixed) -a bonus feat based on your background, using this guide: https://docs.google.com/document/d/1ofgtj4c46M7hBe2eAViKh3ssXaXfhMdzZRgEe46Qolc/edit?usp=sharing -All content toggles (including newer partnered content, such as Humblewood, Drakkenheim, MCDM, & Kobold Press) on D&D beyond are available except for Rick & Morty, Minecraft, or Homebrew. -All classes & races are open to pick. Go wild! I have access to all of them on D&D Beyond. Otherwise, I can personally get with anyone and help them in advance. I'd like to use session 0 to discuss safety, do some collaborative storytelling to establish relationships between PC's, and maybe even get intros to said characters. However, we will make it work!

Players can expect

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