Heya, there folks. Kimmo here. 

Yes you read the title right. 

Varendeil 

The Kingdom of Spooks and Haunts. 

Usually everything is normal, For a ghost town, but now people started to get hurt and some children began to disappear. 

So what do they do? They call a team of what may be the worst exorcists. Ever. 

Hopefully they can help them? Even if they fill the guys/gals get PAAAIIED. 

Get a Ghost Down to Zero HP they Throw out The Ghost Trap to Lock em up! 

Make sure to never cross streams with your Proton Pack! 

(Hopefully The Links Work!) 

How would you like to get Stats?: I would like for people to roll the stats using the dice generator here on DDB 

What Classes would you like restricted if any?: No classes are restricted. 

Would Homebrew be allowed?: If you have a homebrew for something please, PM me about it. 

What level would you be starting at, and what equipment would you use?: We will be starting at 1st level and use starting equipment that mostly everyone uses, The Explorers Pack, and Equipment vs Gold 

What will you focus on?: There will be a 33% split between Combat, RP, and Puzzles!  

Please Post Submissions following this. 

Name: 

Class: 

Race: 

Background: 

Backstory: 

How One became a Spirit Exorcist: 

Have fun!

Posting to say that I would like to join, but I kind of want to see what other classes are being played before making a character.

Stats: 12, 12, 10, 16, 12, 15

Woah @Konpk with that rolls you can play anything you want!! 

Here's my array for Dr. Klekman 

Ability scores: 11 14 12 12 10 13

Name:  Lancer

Class: Sorcerer

Race: high elf

Background: criminal

Backstory: he was once a criminal, he didn’t steal, hurt, or damage though, he’s a prankster who caused chaos for fun.

How One became a Spirit Exorcist: He had to do community service, although he doesn’t believe in spirits. He also found it cool that people thought the dead still roam the earth, he also thought that he could keep them as pets if they were real

weapon: Metal bat (quarter staff)

appearance: he wears a strange mask, he doesn’t know why he has it, but insists to keep it on, he doesn’t know what he looks like, but likes to day dream about it. You can’t see his ears, so even he did a rough guess that he’s an elf, he wears a business suit, as he likes business although he does it strangely, the suit covers all his skin, so he’s a complete mystery.

Ability scores: 9 16 17 8 11 13 (I edited my character and messed up my roll, sorry)

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Name: Dr. Klelman

Class: Bard

Race: Human - Variant

Background: Charlatan

Backstory:  After graduating in the school of history, arts and humanoid behavior, he has been between cities and jobs, trying to make a living. That's it until he found an old friend from the university ( insert name of another party member here) who talked him into some quest to help him investigate some old ruins. Long history short, they got almost killed at the ruins by a ghost but somehow managed to get out of there and with the schematics of what they will develop into the Ghost Trap and the Proton Pack! Now, armed with their inventions they are going to make a real living trapping ghost, spirits and... things!! 

How One became a Spirit Exorcist: Already above. Of course can change anything to suit another player backstory and how we came with the proton pack and the ghost trap... 

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So I have some questions.

1. Will you be playing here on this forum or elsewhere? For me, the DDB forum is TERRIBLE, and there are so many other platforms for PBP that are better. 

2. I'm confused with the setup - are we in a ghost town as in a town of ghosts? Or a town that has ghosts in it?

3. Is everything else a standard fantasy world? Or is it a modern world using D&D rules?

Thanks!

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For me, the DDB forum is TERRIBLE, and there are so many other platforms for PBP that are better.

👀 how did you even end up here looking for games to join lol

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For me, the DDB forum is TERRIBLE, and there are so many other platforms for PBP that are better.

 

👀 how did you even end up here looking for games to join lol

 Some people host their games on Discord. And there are lots of other (better) options for pbp play. For game ads, the forum is fine, and DDB has the people. But for playability, this forum sucks. 

While I do know some of the tools Discord provides, I find that due to its privacy many weird behaviors tend to rear their ugly head there. 80% of all discord games I've joined have imploded in some way or the other (not by me!) so I personally enjoy the open, regulated setting of dnd beyond and it being official and all.

Anyways, I don't really want to use someone else's thread to debate so I'll end my piece here.

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Woah @Konpk with that rolls you can play anything you want!! 

Here's my array for Dr. Klekman 

Ability scores: 16 10 8 11 12 8

Thank you kind stranger. If the DM lets us both in and allows it you can trade one of your low scores for my 18.  I'd like very  like to embrace the whole "worst ghostbuster" mentality and these stats are kind of the opposite of what I wanna be 😜

Thanks for the offer but I do love how the character turned up. 

"Call it karma... call it fate... " ;) 

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So I have some questions.

1. Will you be playing here on this forum or elsewhere? For me, the DDB forum is TERRIBLE, and there are so many other platforms for PBP that are better. 

2. I'm confused with the setup - are we in a ghost town as in a town of ghosts? Or a town that has ghosts in it?

3. Is everything else a standard fantasy world? Or is it a modern world using D&D rules?

Thanks!

 Here are your awnsers. 

1. unfortunantly Yes, I will be playing of the DDB forums but on a separate one. if I can't find another site. That works. 

2. We are in a sort of town of people and ghosts. Yet the ghosts are not inhabitants but just people who had died and still inhabit the town and haunt it. 

3. It has a mix between the standard fantasy world and modern aspects. 

Hope that helps.

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Quote from chrisbodmann >>

So I have some questions.

1. Will you be playing here on this forum or elsewhere? For me, the DDB forum is TERRIBLE, and there are so many other platforms for PBP that are better. 

2. I'm confused with the setup - are we in a ghost town as in a town of ghosts? Or a town that has ghosts in it?

3. Is everything else a standard fantasy world? Or is it a modern world using D&D rules?

Thanks!

 Here are your awnsers. 

1. unfortunantly Yes, I will be playing of the DDB forums but on a separate one. if I can't find another site. That works. 

2. We are in a sort of town of people and ghosts. Yet the ghosts are not inhabitants but just people who had died and still inhabit the town and haunt it. 

3. It has a mix between the standard fantasy world and modern aspects. 

Hope that helps.

 That helps a bunch, thanks. 

It sounds like you’d be open to considering another platform? I’ll PM you to discuss more. 

If I make a character, I'd want to make either a Grave or Death domain Cleric, variant human, with a Ritual Caster (Wizard) feat (his book being Tobin's Spirit Guide). With that, I'd be interested in having a familiar that is a ghost/spirit that has chosen to attach itself to me. I would go with Sage background, giving off some strong Egon vibes. Basically a scientist who studies death, spirits, and the undead.

Ability scores: 12 17 12 8 12 12

Thaddeus Morgrave

Backstory: Thaddeus Morgrave, a solemn and scholarly human, was born into a family with a peculiar connection to the ethereal realms. Raised in a small village on the outskirts of a haunted forest, tales of spirits and apparitions were as commonplace as the rustling leaves. Thaddeus exhibited a keen interest in the supernatural from a young age, often engrossed in the ghost stories passed down through generations.

As he grew older, Thaddeus's fascination matured into a scholarly pursuit. He delved into ancient tomes and studied the mysteries of the afterlife, developing a profound understanding of the spirit world. His family, having long been the keepers of an ancestral book known as the "Spectral Codex," recognized Thaddeus's affinity for the mystical and passed the book down to him.

Motivated by an innate curiosity and a sense of duty, Thaddeus dedicated his life to unraveling the mysteries of the spirit realm. His studies led him to embrace the Death domain, not out of malevolence, but as a means to commune with and understand the departed. The spectral entities he encountered were not to be feared but rather guided and understood.

Why he became a Spirit Hunter: Thaddeus became a spirit exorcist with the goal of bridging the gap between the living and the dead. He seeks to bring peace to tormented spirits, aiding them in finding their way to the afterlife. His ultimate aspiration is to unravel the secrets of the "Spectral Codex," a tome said to hold knowledge that could reshape the understanding of life, death, and the ethereal plane.

In his travels, Thaddeus carries the weight of the responsibility placed upon his shoulders by his family's legacy. The spirits he encounters are not adversaries but lost souls yearning for guidance. By becoming a conduit between the living and the dead, Thaddeus hopes to bring solace to both realms and unlock the potential hidden within the ancient pages of the Spectral Codex.

A special companion: he ghost serving as Thaddeus Morgrave's familiar is a testament to the cleric's profound connection with the spirit world. Early in his studies, Thaddeus encountered the ghost of a benevolent soul, once a wise scholar in life. This spirit, drawn to Thaddeus's genuine curiosity and respectful approach to the afterlife, willingly chose to bond with him.

The ghost, named Elyndor, had met an untimely end centuries ago and was lingering in the mortal realm due to unfinished business. Sensing Thaddeus's sincerity and understanding of the ethereal, Elyndor saw an opportunity for redemption and guidance in the cleric's quest. As a familiar, Elyndor provides Thaddeus with insights into the spirit realm, helping him navigate the complexities of interacting with otherworldly entities.

This unique bond goes beyond the typical master-familiar relationship. Thaddeus and Elyndor share a mutual goal – to bring peace to restless spirits and unravel the mysteries of the Spectral Codex. The ghostly familiar serves as a spectral companion, guiding Thaddeus through both the corporeal and incorporeal realms in their shared pursuit of understanding the mysteries of life and death.

Name Nestor von Freiligrath

Class Monk

Race human

Ability score Ability scores: 11 12 16 11 8 15

Backstory: Nestor von Freiligrath grew up in the bustling heart of a city, surrounded by crime and the allure of easy riches. As a young man, he fell into a life of thievery and deception. Nestor was part of a notorious criminal gang known for their cunning heists and nimble fingers.

He was an expert at picking locks, sneaking into well-guarded places, and eluding the city guards. However, a botched heist led to the capture and imprisonment of many of his fellow gang members, including his closest friends.

Haunted by the guilt of their capture and his own narrow escape, Nestor decided to turn his back on his criminal past. Seeking redemption and a way to make amends, he sought refuge in a distant monastery where he hoped to find guidance and a path toward inner peace.

The monks recognized Nestor's potential and welcomed him into their order, where he began rigorous training to become a monk. He offered his expertise in stealth and cunning to help protect the monastery from external threats.

how he become a spirit hunter: However, as he delved deeper into the mysteries of the monastery, Nestor discovered a unique ability to see and communicate with restless spirits. Recognizing this as a calling, he embarked on a new path as a spirit hunter, helping troubled souls find peace and closure ans send the cursed ones in the aftermath for good. 

Nestor now walks the path of a monk and spirit hunter, striving to balance his criminal past with his newfound sense of duty, inner peace, and the pursuit of redemption. Along the way, he offers solace and aid to wandering spirits, helping them find their way to the afterlife and bringing them the peace they seek

I am interested, more to come 

Here are my rolls: Ability scores: 13 15 15 14 13 16

Hmm interesting do you accept new players?

 Two questions:

1. What's the level of technology of this world? Does everyone have cell phones like these modern days or is it land lines and walkie-talkies like the original Ghostbusters?
2. What tool proficiency is required to maintain the proton pack and ghost trap? Smith's Tools or Tinker's Tools?

Hello I would love to join in of you'll have me

Name: jylek whiteshield

Class: cleric of life

Race: mountain dwarf

Ability scores: 16str, 13dex, 18con, 15int, 18wis, 10cha (with race adjustments)

Backstory: a dwarf who lived among halflings. One day an evil tyrant came to town and jylek came out with only a smithies hammer, chain mail, and a shield. He challenged the tyrant to a duel and in the fight broke his leg. Jylek decided to heal the tyrant and let him live. He now adventures to bring peace to the world.

Why he is an exorcist: when he finds the undead he believes that they are all held against their will and just want freedom

I am sorry to anyone who thinks his back story has some holes, please just roll with it ;)