This is a D&D 5th edition homebrew campaign starting at level two and ending at around level eight at the completion of chapter one. I have several games running right now and I'm looking to start up more, game times for future games will depend on player demand.
Our story begins in city of Highguard, where a caravan is assembling to make a journey to the nearby frontier town of Chaur. Normally, this would be an easy trip, but recent attacks from hobgoblin forces have left several caravans looted and burning. In response, the caravan has brought in mercenaries to help with the trip, offering them coin and passage in return for assistance protecting the caravan’s cargo and people. This is where you come in, a skilled adventurer who needs to get to Chaur, and could use a little extra money for your troubles. But take care, because this simple escort job may reveal a much more dangerous problem that threatens the safety of this border town and the simple people trying to survive on the frontiers.
About Me
I’ve been playing D&D for close to thirty years, primarily as a Dungeon Master. For most of that time, I’ve designed and run my own world on a weekly basis. I also worked in the video game industry and for Wizards of the Coast, so I have a strong background in game mechanics and game design.
If you're looking for a weekly, reliable DM with decades of experience and a proven track record then I'm the DM for you.
I’ve been using roll20 for about six years and am very familiar with the platform.
In addition to D&D (2nd through 5th), I’ve run Pathfinder, Dungeon World, Gurps, Star Wars, Shadowrun, and Amber (though admittedly, my knowledge and experience running these is much more limited compared to D&D). I love storytelling and game design, I often try to come up with new and unique mechanics to make the games I’m running more fun (though don’t worry, for this game, we’re mostly sticking to RAW).
My Style
I like to define my style as structured sandbox. I have events taking place in the world which I insert players into and see how they change things. I don't believe in creating set solutions to obstacles, rather, I create the obstacles and let players approach them using their skills and abilities.
Suspension of disbelief is important to me, so I'm constantly trying to balance a believable world with fun gameplay. I want my players to feel immersed by the world and their RP, but I also want them to feel challenged by the gameplay aspect. When designing, I'm constantly balancing these factors against one another to try to create an immersive, challenging experience that players will enjoy in the moment and talk about later.
I enjoy working with and around player back stories, incorporating them into my world and giving their actions weight and substance so the player can feel like they’re part of a living, breathing world. Combat is important in my games, but there is also value to skills and RP ability as those can have a huge impact on the story.
I generally try to keep the game running smoothly. If there’s a rule disagreement, I may attempt to look up the answer or I may make a calling and try to keep the story going. If this happens, I appreciate players who can accept the call and speak to me about it later if it really bothers them.
The World
Gaian is a world strongly connected to the flows of magic that is constantly undergoing change. For an unknown reason, arcane fires ravage the surface of the world every four-thousand years, completely destroying anything in their wake. To save themselves, the races of the surface flee into the depths of Gaian, waiting for a time when they can re-emerge and rebuild their great societies. This destruction has created time periods known as cycles in which great civilizations rise and fall. Perhaps one day a hero will put a stop to these cataclysms, saving Gaian from the never-ending cycles of destruction.
The world of Gain is a deep, rich setting that's about 20 years old (real time). As such, it has a lot of history spanning thousands of years with the rise and fall of many civilizations whose ruins can still be found deep underground or in abandon areas of the world. Players will not only adventure within the world, but their decisions may come to shape society for decades to come.
This game will require payment to the Game Master at a rate of $12 per person for a three-hour session made through PayPal.
If you’re interested in joining the game, reply to this thread. Or, you can let me know in a private message. (Whatever works best for you.)
I’m interested I would need to know the time zone I live in West Australia I would be willing to wake up on the weekends early and play anytime and I’m free every night once I know the time zone the play time my other questions can wait till we know the times work one last thing though I signed up to D&D Beyond today so I’m not shore about how you’ll reply I’ll check here for a reply though I think there’s a PM for this so you’ll probably reply with that one last thing I’m only new with D&D Beyond I’ve used Discord a lot over the years and I’ve used roll20 before as for D&D exp I’d say I’m newish sorry if this reply was to Long
Hey all, we're looking to fill spots on Thursday and also looking to get a Friday game going as well as a bunch of afternoon games. Let me know if you'd like to join!
So quick update. The Saturday game has one open spot, the Monday game has one open spot, the Tuesday and Wednesday game are full, but the Thursday game has three open slots. If you're looking for a game, let me a know and I'll get one set up for you.
Hello, DM_Raven! I am interested in possibly joining one of your games, if there are still spaces open for the Monday or Thursday game.
I am on Eastern Standard/Daylight Time in the US, and currently have a fairly flexible schedule (surprise surprise)
I have been playing Pathfinder 1e for the past three years with a group of friends, with homebrew settings and plots (we have moved to an online platform now). I have just joined a Dnd 5e campaign online (Dragons of Icespire Peak) with a small group, and that is going well. However, as I am late to the world of TTrpgs, I want to experience more!
Hey all, the Saturday game just filled up but I may be looking to start an evening version. Also, three empty slots still on the Friday game, two on Thursday, and one on Monday!
Quick update, I'm looking for four players for my Friday game and I'm looking to start a bunch of morning games during the week. If you're looking for a game, let me know and I find you a spot.
I don't know if this is still up but I would like to join this I like the idea of feeling imearsed into the world and feeling like I'm actually there and if I am in this will be my first DND campaign so bare with me okay?
Hi DM_raven i could i join the Friday game i know i am really early and i hope i could join it i also live in the USA my character is a elfdarian wizard and this will be m first
Hullo, definitely interested in playing. I'm in PST and could do evenings, as I am working 8-5 currently. I've experience mostly with 3.5 and 5e, some FATE as well. I'm newer to online RP, and don't have a ton of experience there, but am a quick learner. I've got a Roll20 account and have played a few sessions there with a Saturday game.
Hey there, seen your post, would be interested in joing your campaign. I got 15ish years experience on and off with 3.5 but wanting to sink my teeth in 5E. I am on ADT so let me know if you fot a spot available!
This is a D&D 5th edition homebrew campaign starting at level two and ending at around level eight at the completion of chapter one. I have several games running right now and I'm looking to start up more, game times for future games will depend on player demand.
Our story begins in city of Highguard, where a caravan is assembling to make a journey to the nearby frontier town of Chaur. Normally, this would be an easy trip, but recent attacks from hobgoblin forces have left several caravans looted and burning. In response, the caravan has brought in mercenaries to help with the trip, offering them coin and passage in return for assistance protecting the caravan’s cargo and people. This is where you come in, a skilled adventurer who needs to get to Chaur, and could use a little extra money for your troubles. But take care, because this simple escort job may reveal a much more dangerous problem that threatens the safety of this border town and the simple people trying to survive on the frontiers.
About Me
I’ve been playing D&D for close to thirty years, primarily as a Dungeon Master. For most of that time, I’ve designed and run my own world on a weekly basis. I also worked in the video game industry and for Wizards of the Coast, so I have a strong background in game mechanics and game design.
If you're looking for a weekly, reliable DM with decades of experience and a proven track record then I'm the DM for you.
I’ve been using roll20 for about six years and am very familiar with the platform.
In addition to D&D (2nd through 5th), I’ve run Pathfinder, Dungeon World, Gurps, Star Wars, Shadowrun, and Amber (though admittedly, my knowledge and experience running these is much more limited compared to D&D). I love storytelling and game design, I often try to come up with new and unique mechanics to make the games I’m running more fun (though don’t worry, for this game, we’re mostly sticking to RAW).
My Style
I like to define my style as structured sandbox. I have events taking place in the world which I insert players into and see how they change things. I don't believe in creating set solutions to obstacles, rather, I create the obstacles and let players approach them using their skills and abilities.
Suspension of disbelief is important to me, so I'm constantly trying to balance a believable world with fun gameplay. I want my players to feel immersed by the world and their RP, but I also want them to feel challenged by the gameplay aspect. When designing, I'm constantly balancing these factors against one another to try to create an immersive, challenging experience that players will enjoy in the moment and talk about later.
I enjoy working with and around player back stories, incorporating them into my world and giving their actions weight and substance so the player can feel like they’re part of a living, breathing world. Combat is important in my games, but there is also value to skills and RP ability as those can have a huge impact on the story.
I generally try to keep the game running smoothly. If there’s a rule disagreement, I may attempt to look up the answer or I may make a calling and try to keep the story going. If this happens, I appreciate players who can accept the call and speak to me about it later if it really bothers them.
The World
Gaian is a world strongly connected to the flows of magic that is constantly undergoing change. For an unknown reason, arcane fires ravage the surface of the world every four-thousand years, completely destroying anything in their wake. To save themselves, the races of the surface flee into the depths of Gaian, waiting for a time when they can re-emerge and rebuild their great societies. This destruction has created time periods known as cycles in which great civilizations rise and fall. Perhaps one day a hero will put a stop to these cataclysms, saving Gaian from the never-ending cycles of destruction.
The world of Gain is a deep, rich setting that's about 20 years old (real time). As such, it has a lot of history spanning thousands of years with the rise and fall of many civilizations whose ruins can still be found deep underground or in abandon areas of the world. Players will not only adventure within the world, but their decisions may come to shape society for decades to come.
This game will require payment to the Game Master at a rate of $12 per person for a three-hour session made through PayPal.
If you’re interested in joining the game, reply to this thread. Or, you can let me know in a private message. (Whatever works best for you.)
I’m interested I would need to know the time zone I live in West Australia I would be willing to wake up on the weekends early and play anytime and I’m free every night once I know the time zone the play time my other questions can wait till we know the times work one last thing though I signed up to D&D Beyond today so I’m not shore about how you’ll reply I’ll check here for a reply though I think there’s a PM for this so you’ll probably reply with that one last thing I’m only new with D&D Beyond I’ve used Discord a lot over the years and I’ve used roll20 before as for D&D exp I’d say I’m newish sorry if this reply was to Long
Hey all, we're looking to fill spots on Thursday and also looking to get a Friday game going as well as a bunch of afternoon games. Let me know if you'd like to join!
So quick update. The Saturday game has one open spot, the Monday game has one open spot, the Tuesday and Wednesday game are full, but the Thursday game has three open slots. If you're looking for a game, let me a know and I'll get one set up for you.
Hello, DM_Raven! I am interested in possibly joining one of your games, if there are still spaces open for the Monday or Thursday game.
I am on Eastern Standard/Daylight Time in the US, and currently have a fairly flexible schedule (surprise surprise)
I have been playing Pathfinder 1e for the past three years with a group of friends, with homebrew settings and plots (we have moved to an online platform now). I have just joined a Dnd 5e campaign online (Dragons of Icespire Peak) with a small group, and that is going well. However, as I am late to the world of TTrpgs, I want to experience more!
Thanks!
Hey all, the Saturday game just filled up but I may be looking to start an evening version. Also, three empty slots still on the Friday game, two on Thursday, and one on Monday!
Quick update, I'm looking for four players for my Friday game and I'm looking to start a bunch of morning games during the week. If you're looking for a game, let me know and I find you a spot.
I don't know if this is still up but I would like to join this I like the idea of feeling imearsed into the world and feeling like I'm actually there and if I am in this will be my first DND campaign so bare with me okay?
Hi DM_raven i could i join the Friday game i know i am really early and i hope i could join it i also live in the USA my character is a elfdarian wizard and this will be m first
Hullo, definitely interested in playing. I'm in PST and could do evenings, as I am working 8-5 currently. I've experience mostly with 3.5 and 5e, some FATE as well. I'm newer to online RP, and don't have a ton of experience there, but am a quick learner. I've got a Roll20 account and have played a few sessions there with a Saturday game.
can you find me a spot I m aailable on fridays
i m good friday after noons from 12 to 1
Hey all, the Friday game is now starting up. I have two spots left if anyone wants to join.
Hey all, one more spot left on the Friday evening game. Also, I'm looking to start up games in the afternoon on several weekdays.
Hey there, seen your post, would be interested in joing your campaign. I got 15ish years experience on and off with 3.5 but wanting to sink my teeth in 5E. I am on ADT so let me know if you fot a spot available!
Hey, yeah I have a few games with spots. What days/times are you available?
friday 12-1 pm
Alright, send me your discord information and we can talk!
the discord name's Thirteen my code's #2363
is this gonna be a play by post thing?