Goblin Ambush - A Free Level 2 One-Shot

Game: D&D 5.5e
Group type: Online 
Experience: Geared toward new players.
Location/Timezone: Central Standard Time 
Schedule: One-Shot- Friday April 17th, 10 PM CDT
Roles sought: 4/5 Player slots open
Game style: Combat Heavy, Dungeon Crawl, Roleplay Heavy, Rules as Written (RaW), Rule of Cool (RoC)
Game Link: https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmnl07qr501j3i8043riu6ax1?ref=cmi13thj200hajr04sui7nt9d

About the adventure

Goblin Ambush: A Level 2 Lost Mine One-Shot

A simple job. A quiet road. A wagon full of supplies bound for the frontier town of Phandalin. What could go wrong?

Hired by the dwarf Gundren Rockseeker and his associate, Sildar Hallwinter, you and your fellow adventurers set out along the Triboar Trail expecting an easy escort mission, but when the road turns silent and signs of violence appear ahead, you quickly realize something is very wrong. Goblins stalk the woods, ready to attack, and clues hint that your benefactors may still be near by.

This one-shot adventure pulls from the iconic opening of Lost Mine of Phandelver. Designed for Level 2 characters, it offers a perfect mix of roleplay, exploration, and tactical combat—making it an ideal session for both new and experienced players looking to sharpen their skills.

What to Expect:

- Fast-paced, tactical combat encounters
- Exploration of a goblin-infested wilderness and cave system
- Opportunities for clever problem-solving and teamwork
- Light roleplay with memorable NPCs (and maybe a goblin who talks a bit too much)
- A beginner-friendly environment to learn or reinforce core D&D 5e mechanics

Whether you're brand new to Dungeons & Dragons or a seasoned adventurer looking for a classic dungeon crawl, this session is built to be approachable, engaging, and cinematic. Will you survive the attacks, outwit the goblins, and uncover what happened to Gundren and Sildar?

Grab your gear—the trail awaits