Ah, Phandalin! A breath of fresh air after the clamor of Neverwinter, no matter the reason for leaving. The High Road fades behind, and the Triboar Trail stretches eastward, beckoning toward the foothills.
A frontier town... the very name conjures images of dusty streets, the clang of pickaxes, and perhaps a raucous tavern or two. I wonder what stories the locals have to tell. Will I find grizzled miners boasting of their latest strike? Perhaps a wise old prospector with tales of forgotten veins of ore? Or maybe even whispers of ancient ruins hidden in the surrounding hills?
The air already feels different out here – cleaner, carrying the scent of pine and damp earth. It's a welcome change from the crowded alleys and smoky air of the city. Each step on this trail feels like shedding a bit of the past and stepping towards something new.
Who knows what awaits in Phandalin? Opportunity? Trouble? Maybe just the quiet I was seeking. Whatever it is, I'm ready to find out. The thought of the unknown adventure ahead has a certain thrill to it. Let's see what Phandalin has in store.
Hey there, long-time dnd player here hoping to join some PBP since I am stuck as a forever dm. I played Phandelver years ago, but would love to join up with this group if there is room. I don't suppose you'd be willing to take a human wizard? Background either as a cloistered scholar or as a sage.
Hey there, long-time dnd player here hoping to join some PBP since I am stuck as a forever dm. I played Phandelver years ago, but would love to join up with this group if there is room. I don't suppose you'd be willing to take a human wizard? Background either as a cloistered scholar or as a sage.
Sounds good to me. Maybe you can help me out. I am new to this but really want to get into it. I have been a DM (forever DM some would say) many times but only in person and a few times on Roll20. Any advice would be great.
New to PbP? I haven't done anything on DND beyond before specifically but my suggestion is to establish an amount of time you are willing to wait before you move of from someone. That way you don't stop a scene for months or a combat for weeks because someone isn't posting.
Other than that, DM like normal. Maybe set an amount of text you want for replies if you don't want one liners, and ask for players to say when they want to move on. That last bit is my biggest gripe because there are a lot of times I'll be waiting for players to finish roleplaying a scene only to learn they were stalling/waiting on me as a dm.
Your adventure starts in Neverwinter. I will let you decide how you meet and what your backstory is for being in Neverwinter.
Sildar Hallwinter seeks you out, He informs you that, "I have gotten word that the Redbrands have resurfaced. They've seized Phandalin once more." He tells how, after the bloody end of their leader, Glasstaff, the criminal organization had seemingly been dismantled. "But now... now they're back, a shadow falling over the town again. I need you," Sildar needs you, his gaze earnest, "go to Phandalin. Discover what's happening, who is leading them this time, and what their intentions are. The good people of Phandalin are in danger."
Ah, Phandalin! A breath of fresh air after the clamor of Neverwinter, no matter the reason for leaving. The High Road fades behind, and the Triboar Trail stretches eastward, beckoning toward the foothills.
A frontier town... the very name conjures images of dusty streets, the clang of pickaxes, and perhaps a raucous tavern or two. I wonder what stories the locals have to tell. Will I find grizzled miners boasting of their latest strike? Perhaps a wise old prospector with tales of forgotten veins of ore? Or maybe even whispers of ancient ruins hidden in the surrounding hills?
The air already feels different out here – cleaner, carrying the scent of pine and damp earth. It's a welcome change from the crowded alleys and smoky air of the city. Each step on this trail feels like shedding a bit of the past and stepping towards something new.
Who knows what awaits in Phandalin? Opportunity? Trouble? Maybe just the quiet I was seeking. Whatever it is, I'm ready to find out. The thought of the unknown adventure ahead has a certain thrill to it. Let's see what Phandalin has in store.
This will be an ongoing open adventure. Your character can can join in at anytime.
Please create a level 1 character. I would like to get at least a party of 3.
Hey there, long-time dnd player here hoping to join some PBP since I am stuck as a forever dm. I played Phandelver years ago, but would love to join up with this group if there is room. I don't suppose you'd be willing to take a human wizard? Background either as a cloistered scholar or as a sage.
Not all wanderers are lost, but I sure am.
Sounds good to me. Maybe you can help me out. I am new to this but really want to get into it. I have been a DM (forever DM some would say) many times but only in person and a few times on Roll20. Any advice would be great.
New to PbP? I haven't done anything on DND beyond before specifically but my suggestion is to establish an amount of time you are willing to wait before you move of from someone. That way you don't stop a scene for months or a combat for weeks because someone isn't posting.
Other than that, DM like normal. Maybe set an amount of text you want for replies if you don't want one liners, and ask for players to say when they want to move on. That last bit is my biggest gripe because there are a lot of times I'll be waiting for players to finish roleplaying a scene only to learn they were stalling/waiting on me as a dm.
Not all wanderers are lost, but I sure am.
2014 or 2024 Rules?
Roll dice or Point Buy?
Reroll 1s or not?
(In case its roll & reroll 1s once)
Ability scores: 14 11 15 12 13 16
These are good questions. Let's do 2024 as that is what is the latest. we can do roll dice for ability scores and reroll 1s.
Do you mind if I use pointbuy? I'll roll if you'd like but I prefer knowing what I have haha
Not all wanderers are lost, but I sure am.
That' alright with me
Kai Marrowind, Aasimar paladin (Oath of Ancients), scribe bacground, NG
https://www.dndbeyond.com/sheet-pdfs/arthuropodd_145206687.pdf
Dullin Ivano, Human Wizard, sage background, CG
www.dndbeyond.com/sheet-pdfs/SicilianSausage_145369593.pdf
Might be interesting if our characters met during their work, both working as more bookish nerd types
Not all wanderers are lost, but I sure am.
Poke
Not all wanderers are lost, but I sure am.
Sorry, been busy.
Your adventure starts in Neverwinter. I will let you decide how you meet and what your backstory is for being in Neverwinter.
Sildar Hallwinter seeks you out, He informs you that, "I have gotten word that the Redbrands have resurfaced. They've seized Phandalin once more." He tells how, after the bloody end of their leader, Glasstaff, the criminal organization had seemingly been dismantled. "But now... now they're back, a shadow falling over the town again. I need you," Sildar needs you, his gaze earnest, "go to Phandalin. Discover what's happening, who is leading them this time, and what their intentions are. The good people of Phandalin are in danger."
May I ask what our relation is with Sildar? I presume this isn't a stranger.
Not all wanderers are lost, but I sure am.
I was going to let you players decide how you know Sildar as part of your backstory. Also how you came to be in Neverwinter and how you all met.