Driven from lands farther north by more powerful dragons, a young white dragon named Cryovain has descended upon the Sword Mountains, claiming the snow-capped range as its domain. Typical of its kind, Cryovain is dim-witted and cruel. The dragon patrols the skies around Icespire Peak, surveying its territory while hunting for food and easy treasure. With each passing day, the dragon’s domain grows as it ranges farther across the land, preying on anything it can catch with its claws or freeze to death with its icy breath. Sightings of the dragon are becoming more common, as are its attacks...
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I am looking for three or four level 1 characters. One of the reasons I've chosen this campaign is because I've never DM'd for anyone other than my kids, and the adventure modules have everything we need to enjoy this story. If things go well, I'm hoping to get us through the entire campaign (i.e. character levels 1-20).
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Characters should be Standard Array and we'll do milestone leveling. You can use any class/sub-class/race combo except for homebrew or playtest. Please submit and introduce your characters:
Name: Race: Class & Sub-class: Brief Backstory: DND Beyond Link:
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I'm not going to be super strict on the rules, but I will try to stick to them as best as I can so long as it makes sense. I'm definitely a fan of the "rule of cool". I work on week days until about 3:30pm Eastern Time (US). So, even though I might be able to check the forum before then, don't count on it. It will most likely be later afternoon/evening, when I'll be able to post. So, I'm asking everyone to post about once a day, if possible. (If you can't, for whatever reason, just PM me, and it'll be fine. Life happens to all of us.)
Though he's been buried in books for most of his life, Kwisatz recently found something new and needs to travel the world to experiment on it, and the Dragons acting up seems the perfect opportunity
Though he's been buried in books for most of his life, Kwisatz recently found something new and needs to travel the world to experiment on it, and the Dragons acting up seems the perfect opportunity
Rush is a homebody with awkward social skills who really just wants a chance to go out and show he can do more in the world. But it wasn’t always that way.
Rush has been sailing the ocean since he was a child, but as a youth his ship often docked at a particular town. Rush met the love of his life, there. A woman who saw through the odd, offputting moistness of his skin and appreciated him for who he is. But he kept sailing. One day, they saw smoke on the horizon and found the village had been raided by pirates. The woman had been killed. Rush left his ship that day, recognizing that he should’ve done so sooner to be with her. He prayed for guidance at a temple, and received guidance in the use of magic for preserving life in the realm. This came with a vision of evil up in the Sword Mountains. Rush is heading there to look for purpose in life.
Name: Quyst Race: Tiefling Class & Sub-class: Warlock - Pact of the Fiend Brief Backstory: Quyst had a rough childhood living among humans in a small village. She never knew her father, and her mom died when she was a teen; humans didn't trust her just for looking devil-ish. As they treated her like a thief or criminal, she decided to do justice to those expectations; however, deep down she's a good person, and so she steals from rich assh**** and help other poor folk. Her pact was made when a devil tempted her into a deal, but he made her unknowingly kill an innocent person. That was when she ran away from the old village and started a life as an adventurer. DND Beyond Link: https://ddb.ac/characters/11176480/iglSON
Name: Willem Vallen Race: half elf Class & Sub-class: Paladin Brief Backstory: Willem is a noble man who is too dumb for his own good, however, he tries to help everyone he can often to his detriment. DND Beyond Link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/profile/AynTrotsky0451/characters/24176422
I see a Wizard, Cleric, and Paladin in the pool. I'll try something classic too.
Name: Vythgix
Race: Lizardfolk
Class: Rogue (probably thief, maybe assassin)
Backstory: Born into a small tribe on the banks of the River Dessarin, Vythgix was raised to work with instead of against the local softskins. His tribe would make arrangements to serve as guides, trackers, and hunters in exchange for weapons and preserved meats. When a tribe of trolls moved into their territory, the lizardfolk were forced to relocate. Vythgix, being something of a maverick, settled outside the mining town of Phandalin. He has spent the last three years working as a trapper and guide, helping prospectors set up camp and providing fresh game to the three taverns in town. The townspeople seem to tolerate his presence, if only for the quality of his bounties and for the hope that he might help fend off any raiders (orc or otherwise) that might threaten the town's resurgence.
Name: Oban Talisker Race: Wood Elf Class & Sub-class: Ranger (still debating subclass, but probably Hunter) Brief Backstory: Sticking with the classic theme... Oban’s clan was decimated by a dragons when he was still a boy. Oban, his mother, and a small handful of other elves sought vengeance on the dragon, and though they succeeded, only Oban survived. Now he roams the wilds of the North, protecting the fringes of civilization so none other will suffer like he has. And now rumors of a new dragon threat to the north of reached Oban’s ears... DND Beyond Link: https://ddb.ac/characters/24597102/algbbc
(on a side note, I’ve been fiddling with a Bloddhunter, Order of the Lycan that I would looove a chance to play)
I just woke up and I'll be headed to work soon. These characters all look interesting. I'll take a closer look when I get done with work this afternoon. Thanks for the interest so far!
Name:Galen Redleaf Race: Stout Halfling Class & Sub-class: Monk(probably, eventually a Way of the Shadow Monk) Brief Backstory: Having been born into a family of adventurers, there was no question in Galen's mind that he would follow the family trade. However, on his first adventure, with his younger brother Bilick, he fell victim to a harpy's song. Bilick rescued him and slew the harpy, at the cost of his own life. Galen, however, was given the credit and celebrated as a hero by his community. Ashamed of himself, Galen fled his family and went North, joining a harsh monastic order and living an ascetic lifestyle for years, honing his mind and body in an attempt to become the kind of hero everyone assumed he was... the hero his brother ACTUALLY was. Galen just left the monastery, and is seeking a cause of his own to prove himself. DND Beyond Link:Galen Redleaf
Brief backstory: Fai'lar Aephyre was born of elven parentage, and was raised in the small sheltered community of Cliffdale Grove. At age 150, he left his family and the only home that he had ever known and set out to explore the world. His innate talent as a musician set him apart and invoked jealousy in many he met.
Brief Backstory: Spenser was a city watchmen, before the dragons attacks. He was good man, he helped those in need and did his job the best he could. However, when he found out something he shouldn’t have about a local noble he was framed for the murder of a noblewoman and was sent to prison. Wrongfully sentence he found god and swore to up hold his beliefs. Recently released he has found his home being raid by this white dragon and can no longer sit by.
Name: Oban Talisker Race: Wood Elf Class & Sub-class: Ranger (still debating subclass, but probably Hunter) Brief Backstory: Sticking with the classic theme... Oban’s clan was decimated by a dragons when he was still a boy. Oban, his mother, and a small handful of other elves sought vengeance on the dragon, and though they succeeded, only Oban survived. Now he roams the wilds of the North, protecting the fringes of civilization so none other will suffer like he has. And now rumors of a new dragon threat to the north of reached Oban’s ears... DND Beyond Link: https://ddb.ac/characters/24597102/algbbc
(on a side note, I’ve been fiddling with a Bloddhunter, Order of the Lycan that I would looove a chance to play)
Go ahead and generate a Bloodhunter, if you want. Just let me know which character you actually want for the adventure/campaign. 🙂
Driven from lands farther north by more powerful dragons, a young white dragon named Cryovain has descended upon the Sword Mountains, claiming the snow-capped range as its domain. Typical of its kind, Cryovain is dim-witted and cruel. The dragon patrols the skies around Icespire Peak, surveying its territory while hunting for food and easy treasure. With each passing day, the dragon’s domain grows as it ranges farther across the land, preying on anything it can catch with its claws or freeze to death with its icy breath. Sightings of the dragon are becoming more common, as are its attacks...
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I am looking for three or four level 1 characters. One of the reasons I've chosen this campaign is because I've never DM'd for anyone other than my kids, and the adventure modules have everything we need to enjoy this story. If things go well, I'm hoping to get us through the entire campaign (i.e. character levels 1-20).
=============================================
Characters should be Standard Array and we'll do milestone leveling. You can use any class/sub-class/race combo except for homebrew or playtest. Please submit and introduce your characters:
Name:
Race:
Class & Sub-class:
Brief Backstory:
DND Beyond Link:
=============================================
I'm not going to be super strict on the rules, but I will try to stick to them as best as I can so long as it makes sense. I'm definitely a fan of the "rule of cool". I work on week days until about 3:30pm Eastern Time (US). So, even though I might be able to check the forum before then, don't count on it. It will most likely be later afternoon/evening, when I'll be able to post. So, I'm asking everyone to post about once a day, if possible. (If you can't, for whatever reason, just PM me, and it'll be fine. Life happens to all of us.)
I'm looking forward to it!
Wiley Gambit Gaming
A Sometimes-DM
Speedwell | Harengone | Fey Wanderer Ranger | The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
I'd love to get in with a Wizard I've had around.
PbP 🎲: Tyekanik; Moneo Noree; Korba Muris; & occasional DM:
Sounds like Kwiz could be a fun character. :) Don't forget to add in your inventory.
Wiley Gambit Gaming
A Sometimes-DM
Speedwell | Harengone | Fey Wanderer Ranger | The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Rush - Water Genasi - Cleric (life) - Sailor
https://www.dndbeyond.com/profile/nschrock/characters/24590875
Rush is a homebody with awkward social skills who really just wants a chance to go out and show he can do more in the world. But it wasn’t always that way.
Rush has been sailing the ocean since he was a child, but as a youth his ship often docked at a particular town. Rush met the love of his life, there. A woman who saw through the odd, offputting moistness of his skin and appreciated him for who he is. But he kept sailing. One day, they saw smoke on the horizon and found the village had been raided by pirates. The woman had been killed. Rush left his ship that day, recognizing that he should’ve done so sooner to be with her. He prayed for guidance at a temple, and received guidance in the use of magic for preserving life in the realm. This came with a vision of evil up in the Sword Mountains. Rush is heading there to look for purpose in life.
Paladin - warforged - orange
Hey, I'd like to join!
Name: Quyst
Race: Tiefling
Class & Sub-class: Warlock - Pact of the Fiend
Brief Backstory: Quyst had a rough childhood living among humans in a small village. She never knew her father, and her mom died when she was a teen; humans didn't trust her just for looking devil-ish. As they treated her like a thief or criminal, she decided to do justice to those expectations; however, deep down she's a good person, and so she steals from rich assh**** and help other poor folk. Her pact was made when a devil tempted her into a deal, but he made her unknowingly kill an innocent person. That was when she ran away from the old village and started a life as an adventurer.
DND Beyond Link: https://ddb.ac/characters/11176480/iglSON
Name: Willem Vallen
Race: half elf
Class & Sub-class: Paladin
Brief Backstory: Willem is a noble man who is too dumb for his own good, however, he tries to help everyone he can often to his detriment.
DND Beyond Link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/profile/AynTrotsky0451/characters/24176422
I see a Wizard, Cleric, and Paladin in the pool. I'll try something classic too.
Name: Vythgix
Race: Lizardfolk
Class: Rogue (probably thief, maybe assassin)
Backstory: Born into a small tribe on the banks of the River Dessarin, Vythgix was raised to work with instead of against the local softskins. His tribe would make arrangements to serve as guides, trackers, and hunters in exchange for weapons and preserved meats. When a tribe of trolls moved into their territory, the lizardfolk were forced to relocate. Vythgix, being something of a maverick, settled outside the mining town of Phandalin. He has spent the last three years working as a trapper and guide, helping prospectors set up camp and providing fresh game to the three taverns in town. The townspeople seem to tolerate his presence, if only for the quality of his bounties and for the hope that he might help fend off any raiders (orc or otherwise) that might threaten the town's resurgence.
Sheet: Here.
I will flesh out the fine details tonight.
Attending Academy until November, slowdown in posts continue.
Something classic does sound fun!
Name: Oban Talisker
Race: Wood Elf
Class & Sub-class: Ranger (still debating subclass, but probably Hunter)
Brief Backstory: Sticking with the classic theme... Oban’s clan was decimated by a dragons when he was still a boy. Oban, his mother, and a small handful of other elves sought vengeance on the dragon, and though they succeeded, only Oban survived. Now he roams the wilds of the North, protecting the fringes of civilization so none other will suffer like he has. And now rumors of a new dragon threat to the north of reached Oban’s ears...
DND Beyond Link: https://ddb.ac/characters/24597102/algbbc
(on a side note, I’ve been fiddling with a Bloddhunter, Order of the Lycan that I would looove a chance to play)
I just woke up and I'll be headed to work soon. These characters all look interesting. I'll take a closer look when I get done with work this afternoon. Thanks for the interest so far!
Wiley Gambit Gaming
A Sometimes-DM
Speedwell | Harengone | Fey Wanderer Ranger | The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
I'm interested.
Name: Galen Redleaf
Race: Stout Halfling
Class & Sub-class: Monk (probably, eventually a Way of the Shadow Monk)
Brief Backstory: Having been born into a family of adventurers, there was no question in Galen's mind that he would follow the family trade. However, on his first adventure, with his younger brother Bilick, he fell victim to a harpy's song. Bilick rescued him and slew the harpy, at the cost of his own life. Galen, however, was given the credit and celebrated as a hero by his community. Ashamed of himself, Galen fled his family and went North, joining a harsh monastic order and living an ascetic lifestyle for years, honing his mind and body in an attempt to become the kind of hero everyone assumed he was... the hero his brother ACTUALLY was. Galen just left the monastery, and is seeking a cause of his own to prove himself.
DND Beyond Link:Galen Redleaf
Do you still have room?
Name: Fai'lar Aephyre
Race: Elf
Class & Subclass: Bard (to be College of Lore)
Brief backstory: Fai'lar Aephyre was born of elven parentage, and was raised in the small sheltered community of Cliffdale Grove. At age 150, he left his family and the only home that he had ever known and set out to explore the world. His innate talent as a musician set him apart and invoked jealousy in many he met.
Link: https://www.dndbeyond.com/profile/OdinFyre/characters/24603135/builder#/home/basic
Name: Spenser
Race: Human Variant
Class & Sub-class: War Cleric
Brief Backstory: Spenser was a city watchmen, before the dragons attacks. He was good man, he helped those in need and did his job the best he could. However, when he found out something he shouldn’t have about a local noble he was framed for the murder of a noblewoman and was sent to prison. Wrongfully sentence he found god and swore to up hold his beliefs. Recently released he has found his home being raid by this white dragon and can no longer sit by.
DND Beyond Link: ddb.ac/characters/24605525/j86C7V
Felix Windfall(Human-V Lv.7 Rogue) killed in ToA, Vallan Houndstrider (Halfling Ghostwise Lv.1 Fighter) in DiAHey, guys! I'm about to head home from work. Once I get home, I'll look through all of the submissions and let you all know.
I'm stoked to get into this story. I think it's going to be a lot of fun.
With that, we'll say that recruiting is closed. I'll update the tags when I can. Thank you, everyone for your interest and submissions.
Wiley Gambit Gaming
A Sometimes-DM
Speedwell | Harengone | Fey Wanderer Ranger | The Wild Beyond the Witchlight
Go ahead and generate a Bloodhunter, if you want. Just let me know which character you actually want for the adventure/campaign. 🙂
Wiley Gambit Gaming
A Sometimes-DM
Speedwell | Harengone | Fey Wanderer Ranger | The Wild Beyond the Witchlight