Welcome to Ptolus — the City by the Spire, a vast metropolis built atop forgotten catacombs, ancient sins, and secrets that refuse to stay buried. In this homebrewed version of Monte Cook’s city, shadowy urban intrigue blends with classic dungeon delving: one session you may unravel cult activity in candlelit alleys and noble courts; the next, descend into long-sealed ruins where history still bleeds into the present.
I’m Vicki, a Dungeon Master with 15+ years of experience and a lifelong D&D player. My games are player-focused and story-driven: I weave your character backstories into the narrative, balance roleplay, combat, and exploration, and adapt the story to your choices. Alliances shift, enemies adapt, and the city remembers what you do — because in Ptolus, heroism is rarely simple.
This table emphasizes character agency, collaborative worldbuilding, and immersive storytelling. You’ll encounter layered NPCs with their own goals, uncover plots that grow more dangerous the deeper you dig, and experience moments of humor, camaraderie, and triumph amid chaos. Whether you enjoy tactical combat, political intrigue, or uncovering hidden lore, Ptolus rewards curiosity and bold choices.
We use D&D 5E (2024), with Roll20 for maps and minis, Discord for voice, and World Anvil for world lore.
Whether you’re new to Ptolus or a veteran explorer, this campaign offers a welcoming, collaborative, and story-rich experience where your actions matter and your characters grow.
Welcome to Ptolus — the City by the Spire, a vast metropolis built atop forgotten catacombs, ancient sins, and secrets that refuse to stay buried. In this homebrewed version of Monte Cook’s city, shadowy urban intrigue blends with classic dungeon delving: one session you may unravel cult activity in candlelit alleys and noble courts; the next, descend into long-sealed ruins where history still bleeds into the present.
I’m Vicki, a Dungeon Master with 15+ years of experience and a lifelong D&D player. My games are player-focused and story-driven: I weave your character backstories into the narrative, balance roleplay, combat, and exploration, and adapt the story to your choices. Alliances shift, enemies adapt, and the city remembers what you do — because in Ptolus, heroism is rarely simple.
This table emphasizes character agency, collaborative worldbuilding, and immersive storytelling. You’ll encounter layered NPCs with their own goals, uncover plots that grow more dangerous the deeper you dig, and experience moments of humor, camaraderie, and triumph amid chaos. Whether you enjoy tactical combat, political intrigue, or uncovering hidden lore, Ptolus rewards curiosity and bold choices.
We use D&D 5E (2024), with Roll20 for maps and minis, Discord for voice, and World Anvil for world lore.
Whether you’re new to Ptolus or a veteran explorer, this campaign offers a welcoming, collaborative, and story-rich experience where your actions matter and your characters grow.
Schedule (Central Time):
Wednesday 5 PM: https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmjsrgvfy001ijy04nideocma?ref=cmhdta9gf00tdkv0429jymtdq
Thursday 6 PM: https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmjsrhowr0083lb043f4v97gt?ref=cmhdta9gf00tdkv0429jymtdq
Friday 6 PM: https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmjsrgvfy001ijy04nideocma?ref=cmhdta9gf00tdkv0429jymtdq
Price: $15/session via StartPlaying.
The Spire watches. The city waits. Will you answer?