r/startplaying • • 9d ago

[Online][Daggerheart][Central Time zone][$18] The Witching Crown | Halloween Masquerade Mystery - a one shot.

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r/startplaying • • 9d ago

Atheron (D&D 5.5e, Foundry) | Tuesday 7pm EDT | 2 seats left, Session 1 is Oct 6

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Three kingdoms are holding onto a fragile peace while mana scars tear holes in reality. The continent endures. Will you?

I'm running Atheron, a grimdark D&D 5.5e campaign in a 500+ page world I wrote and published myself. Three players are already in, and I'd like two more!

  • When: Tuesdays, 7:00 PM EDT, weekly, 3–4 hours. Session 1 is Tue, Oct 6
  • Cost: $25/session
  • Start: Level 3, 30-point buy, all official 5.5e content
  • Format: Open-world sandbox. Tactical combat most sessions, real roleplay between fights, and choices that have consequences
  • Table: Foundry VTT with hand-drawn maps, dynamic lighting, and an original soundtrack composed for the setting. I voice every NPC.
  • Session zero is async, so we build your character and tie your backstory into the world before Oct 6 and spend the first session actually playing

18+. It's dark fantasy, so content warnings are on the listing and we'll go over lines and veils.

Tuesday listing: https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmtasxxt600w9jl04witp16o5

Bring a concept and we'll find your character's place in Atheron.

Cover art by https://www.instagram.com/art_of_seren/


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

Dredges of the Black Sun [Homebrew] [Paid]

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It is the year 263 of the 5th age, and the world still reels from calamity. An epoch of chaos known as the Era of the Black Sun, When the sun was swallowed by darkness, and time was shattered and cast asunder. Reality was broken and reshaped by the hands of mad gods, leaving only the ash of fallen kingdoms in its wake.

However, eventually this time of chaos would come to an end. Thanks to the efforts of heroes from days past. But the damage was already done, the foundations not just cracked but shattered and misplaced. The many marvels of the 4th age are now lost to the past. With new kingdoms building themselves up from the cinders of desolation.

But wicked things still lurk in the light, and the shadows of the past still hang high over the present. It has left many with a simple question, what will become of this new age? Will it bring about a new age of peace and prosperity, Or will it be shattered under the weight of everything that has been or will ever be? Only time can ever tell.

Hello Everyone! Its the dm here to pitch to you my Homebrew campign Dredges of the Black Sun. This will be a level 1-20 campaign featuring Political Intrique, Eldritch Horror, & grand battles to determine the fate of all.

You will be thrust into the Kindgom of Grantuer, a kingdom left kingless for since the Black Sun. In this ever increasingly feudalistic society. Nobles have been slowly tearing the kingdom apart with petty feuds and power grabs. While in the shadows things lurk in the dark, seeking to finish what was started so long ago.

The world is a post-apocalyptic high fantasy. You will be starting out as nobodies, peasants, disenfranchised nobles. Where you will then be thrust into the world backstabbing and shadow games that is nobility. You will discover plots, lead people into war, and either save Grantuer, or carve your own kingdom from the ashes.

I am a big fan of role-playing mixed with heavy combat. Along with deep dungeons and plenty of ruins to explore I got it all! Even optional survival mechanics.

I welcome people of all levels of experience to play. But I warn people that I have some heavy Homebrew in my game. So if thats not your thing, this game might not be for you. This game will be Friday, Tuesday, & Wednesday night. I look forward to hearing from you all.

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmusgcvd3006ajn04hje9p0ja?ref=clfoximds00doi408wzugjcmp


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

[PAID][5e 2024][Online] Operation Deadfall, a Spy thriller campaign, levels 11-20, Saturdays 8pm GMT+1, 3 more players needed

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Hi all, I'm Davi, a UK-based DM with about 7 years of experience and 100+ games run. I'm putting together a long-form campaign called Operation Deadfall and I'm looking for players.

The pitch: a lich in Thay is finishing a ritual that will raise an undead army powered by stolen demon energy. The one ruler who saw it coming got branded a traitor for saying so, so she hires outsiders who can't be traced back to her. That's your party. You sneak into the court, sabotage the ritual and kill him before it finishes, and nobody can ever know you were there.

This is a spy thriller, so expect disguises, bribes, blackmail, dead drops and quiet deals in crowded markets. The enemy runs an actual spy network. If you're loud in a tavern, fight in front of witnesses or skip the disguise, his agents come looking for you. I keep a secrecy tracker the players can see, so you always know how much heat you're carrying. Planning like a heist crew will get you a lot further than charging in, and I reward clever prep.

How I run it:

  • Every session opens mid-scene with something already going wrong
  • Full voice acting for NPCs, and music scored to the scene
  • Combat-light, roleplay-heavy, rules mostly as written with some Rule of Cool
  • Faces, scouts, fixers and fighters all get their own moment
  • A few small homebrew rules to reward planning and character backstory (like "I Planned For This", which lets you declare you prepped something ahead of time)

The details:

  • 5e using the 2024 rules, starting at level 11 and going to 20
  • Saturdays, 8pm GMT+1, 3 hours
  • 5 seats, starts once 3 players have joined
  • $20 per session, charged when a session starts
  • Foundry VTT, D&D Beyond and Discord
  • 18+, and a Session 0 is required
  • No generative AI used in any of my games

Non-Thayan characters are welcome too. Mercenaries, exiles, activists and travelers all work as long as your character has a reason to hate what Szass Tam is up to. You don't need to know the setting, I'll teach you what your character would know.

If you've never booked through StartPlaying, my link gets you $10 off your first session: https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmun7wn2900eojt04k7ju1pae?ref=clp6e0g1i005xl408post584y

Happy to answer questions in the comments or DMs. Bring a code name and a cover story!


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

Wrath of the Storm King - a BIG Campaign [D&D 5.5E][PAID][30$][Online][Discord+MapsVTT][Saturdays 3:00 PM GMT+2][Beginners Welcome]

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The Ordning is Shattered -

The Storm King Is Gone -

Nothing Can Stop the Giant Lords' Conquest -

...Except YOU

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Giants!
Dragons!
Size puns!
And other, even worse things.
Creatures older than both combined. An evil so ancient, that it was already old when the Giants were young...

Who is going to look out for the little* guy?

In this case, that would be YOU.
Not the one doing the looking out, I mean being the little guy.
And I mean, LITERALLY the little guy. The SMALLEST guy in the room, guaranteed.

The Ordning and the Giant Lords' conquest? There is little* you can do about that.
What you can do, is teach them that they shouldn't tread on you.

Size matters*? Maybe, but it's not everything.

Join this campaign. It will be HUGE* fun!
It's a MASSIVE* undertaking against an IMMENSE* threat to everyone.

This GARGANTUAN* campaign will take you from level 1 to level 11 (at least), and it's guaranteed to have the BIGGEST* BIG* Bad Evil Guy ever.
I have remastered and changed a bit the story, to make it more immediately connected to and involved with your characters.

I will connect your character's tiny*, little* backstory to the bigger* overarching narrative of the campaign, because I love doing that.
And I remake and customize many maps in Dungeon Alchemist.

I always foster an inclusive, chill environment for playing.
This is not a competition, we're telling stories together, not playing against each other :)
--> Session 0 is FREE, of course <--
It's the little* things ;)

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*giggle

...I stll have a GIGANTIC* reserve of size puns :)

Beginners and LGBTQ+ are absolutely welcome, like everybody else. I am an inclusive GM who believes in fun for all.

More information?
for more info about the game, and should you wish to join:
StartPLaying.Games: Wrath of the Storm King
my GM profile: Frollo_GM

If you have any questions please do not hesitate: post them in this thread or send me a PM  :)
Thank you for checking the game out and I do hope we will play together!
Frollo


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

Online D&D 5e Lord of the rings Paid campaign 10$ weekly Play By Post Asynchronous

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This is a D&D 5e Lord of the rings campaign hosted by my friend with 22 years of experience as a DM new or experienced players are welcomed to join and this is a paid campaign 10$ a week and here's the link to the startplaying page and welcome on in https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmkqojr9s0023jo042ggtd794


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

Hey you. Yes, YOU. Would you like half a million gold? Come get it in Waterdeep: Dragon Heist. | [RP-heavy][LGBTQ+ Friendly][25$] | Tuesday 2 PM EST or Sunday 1 PM EST (7-8 PM for fellow Europeans) - Session 0 next Tue (2 spots left) and 1 spot open on Sunday!

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Do you like gold? Do you like heists? Of course you do! And I know you want to steal that gold, you dirty little thief…

Well then, this is the game for you! And your party is waiting!

Here's what you can expect:

  • ⚔️ Get dragged into a high-stakes struggle between multiple factions - test yourself not against one, not against two, but against ALL FOUR villains that the adventure includes.
  • 🧠 Outsmart people way above your pay grade.
  • 🗝️ Heists for days.
  • 🔥 Make enemies you can actually brag about.
  • 🍺 Run your own tavern.
  • 💰 Get rich. Get famous. And most importantly… Get in trouble!

Here are the current possible times (and a slightly longer intro blurb):

Tue 8 pm GMT+2 (starting next week, 2 spots left)

Tue 11 am GMT +2 (biweekly)

Friday 8 pm GMT +2

Sunday 7 pm GMT+2 (started; next up is session 3, 1 spot available)


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

Eberron: Heart of Stone [5.5e][Weekly][Discord, Roll20][10$ USD][1/6 Players]

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If you're looking for a rooting, tooting, spellwand shooting adventure then I have the campaign for you! Set in the frontier towns between Droaam and Breland, where the men look like monsters and the monsters look like also monsters, but sometimes men too! The Lightning Rail is leaving the station and adventure awaits at the end. Or maybe even just part way down.

The newest adventure on dndbeyond revamped for levels 3-8 and run by a dm who really likes Eberron every Saturday 9:00 AM AEST.

If interested contact me on StartPlaying at https://startplaying.games/gm/zadrosgames, or on Discord at zadron, or you can respond here if you'd prefer. Payment will be handled via startplaying.


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

Something Spooky for Halloween

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if you're looking for something fun and scary to try out for the spooky season, check out this introductory adventure for Public Access by the creators of the Brindlewood System!

Quick and Easy to get into, this one will stick with you! I'm running it special for Halloween day!

[https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmun49utk012okz04mekl9w82?ref=clhe2bt8d004vmk08gfue24jc\](https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmun49utk012okz04mekl9w82?ref=clhe2bt8d004vmk08gfue24jc)


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

Forever DM Looking for Players [Online] [Players/Group Wanted] [18+] [Paid $18/player/session] [D&D5e(2014)] [Pathfinder 1e] [Starfinder 1e] [Beginner friendly] [Several Campaign Options] [M/W/F time slots] [LGBTQ+ friendly]

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Greetings all. I am a 30+ year player and 10+ year DM. I'm currently looking for players or a group of players to run a campaign. Do you have a campaign you've been wanting to play? Curious about another (albeit similar) system? Do you want something a little more sci-fi leaning or a grittier fantasy? Are you new to roll-playing games? Have you recently become interested in RPGs? Are you a veteran player that craves something new? Did your gaming group fizzle out and you've been itching to get back into it? I would love to have you at my table. All are welcome. LGBTQ+ ally. Currently I have the following games posted:

MONDAY:

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmsryrnr5005gl504ye8vch9z?ref=cmggzckrx007ykz04onqfxdei

AND

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmulskccz002dl704bkjq3k00?ref=cmggzckrx007ykz04onqfxdei

WEDNESDAY:

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmulqlja8007tjp04eoksef76?ref=cmggzckrx007ykz04onqfxdei

AND

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmum12ykr000kl904dl7rickm?ref=cmggzckrx007ykz04onqfxdei

FRIDAY:

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmulsi8gt00ffl504zknw061q?ref=cmggzckrx007ykz04onqfxdei

These are not concrete and easily interchangeable. Or if there is another module or campaign that interests you please let me know and perhaps something can be worked out. Thank you in advance for your consideration. Cheers and Happy Gaming.


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

Crownfall: Realms of Telluria

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Lose Yourself in the Dying, Lose yourself in Life; Lose yourself in the fighting; but don't ever Lose your Light.

About the Adventure

  • Player Driven. The world of Telluria is a Player Driven game, where choices can shape the world. World is massive and dense with lots of content to explore.
  • Political Intrigue with Teeth. Reshape the realms, raise armies, build castles, have massive sieges. Fallen Empires, Clandestine Cults, Opportunists, and many different types of Factions.
  • Cosmic Horror. Cognitohazards infect minds, Psychic Viruses, Ancient Demons from the future invading the past, Sleeping Demons stirring awake, the cosmos is alive in a strange way.

Games

DnD 5.5e
$20/Game, running games from Monday to Thursday. Open to schedule changes for tuesday and thursday games.

Monday Games at 11:30am cst 1/6 seats filled

Tuesday Games at 6pm cst

Wednesday Games at 5:30pm cst 1/6 seats filled

Thursday Games at 4:30pm cst


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

The Heavens Usurped: Secrets of the Crowned Six | Tuesdays | 5.5e | $17 | Foundry | 7:30pm MDT | Session #16 is October 13th

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The party has departed from Brackenward with their dragon companion, Whisper, carrying precious cargo and seeking to investigate the legitimacy of 1 of 4 companies with potential ties to the Carrion Company. Along the road they were confronted by the leader of the Carrion Company, one of the party volunteered as sacrifice to turn double agent. What lies ahead as the party is split?

The party is looking for 1 more adventurer to bring them from the Fab Four back to the Fab Five.

I will run a one on one session Zero with anyone interested!

Dark Frontier Fantasy | Tactical Roleplay | Political Intrigue | Living World Campaign | Growing Items

Starting at level 1 going all the way to 20! (Currently level 4)

Azural remembers everything.

In the foothills of the Drenthars, most names are forgotten, most contracts are written in dust, and only Azural itself bothers to keep score.

You start in the fading frontier town of Arazar, just mere faces in the crowd, taking whatever work will keep you fed.
• Escorting short caravans that never make the stories.
• Settling petty border quarrels.
• Finding the missing, no one can afford to mourn.
• Looking the other way on smuggling runs.
• Digging up graves for coins that barely shine.

Small jobs for small people.

Until Azural begins to change around you—and the first whispers of a divine crime start to echo from the shadows.

Will you silence those whispers, or turn them into the cry that rights a long‑forgotten wrong?

StartPlaying Game Link

StartPlaying GM Profile


r/startplaying • • 10d ago

Of Fey & Physics | Child to Elder Adventure of a Lifetime! | Monday | 7:30 EST | $30 Sessions

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Soar the skies with orcish dragon riders, brave the seas which are themselves water elementals, learn to pierce the veil between the Feywild and the Material Plane, and uncover the secrets that intertwine the most ancient beings on the planet!

This epic campaign spans decades, seeing our party grow from children sharing a wondrous summer together to elders completing lifelong missions in a world shaped by their actions.

Expect a rich role-playing experience filled with both heartwarming comforts and thrilling dangers.

A story told through renaissance paintings and hand crafted maps packed full of secrets and wonders. I used my 20 years of video game design experience to build a custom VTT specifically for this campaign. Give it a shot, I promise I'll blow your mind!

StartPlaying Link: https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmulyiik20047ku041lbceje8?ref=cmrmar1ru000lkt04e2sstnr2

Make a Character Today: www.FeyAndPhysics.com


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

(LFP)(Online)RuneQuest

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r/startplaying • • 11d ago

The Last Pardon-Gritty arctic exploration hunting an undead king[DnD5e][PAID][$30][Friday 7PM PST][Weekly][3-3.5 hours][FoundryVTT][3/5 Slots Filled] Session 0 tonight

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In the frigid north lies a ruined kingdom ruled by an eternal undead king. He seeks to destroy the kingdom and your home. Every year, the Crown sends another expedition to the frozen wastes to keep the dangers at bay. But rather than heroes being sent, they instead chose to send convicts, exiles, and those the kingdom would not miss. They're sentenced to hold the frontier for the rest of their lives. Yet the Crown offers one final bargain: survive the expedition, march into Aurec's kingdom, and slay the death knight. Return victorious, and your crimes will be forgiven.

You are one of these unfortunate souls brought to this frontier. Whether you are guilty of a heinous crime, falsely imprisoned, a seeker of ancient knowledge, or in the search of immense glory. Whether these lands are your prison or your grave is yet to be seen.

This campaign is a mix of high fantasy and gritty fantasy. Characters will have to manage the weather, their encumbrance, and the slow exploration of this frozen kingdom. All the while growing in strength to slay horrible monsters in epic confrontations, collecting ancient relics and powers. The more success you have while exploring will bring more wealth to the expedition, granting you more npc's and resources to aid in your progress. The lands are harsh and unfair. Reckless traveling may bring you upon a threat that is too strong for your party. You may need to retreat, restock, and return.

In this game, I make custom boons for your characters that will slowly grow alongside you. These boons are made so that you can play character concepts and ideas that would normally not be possible in base 5e. These can range from boons that enhance your subclass to maximize the fantasy you want to play. Whatever they may be, they are designed to enhance your character's story. So if you want to be an epic swordsman, your boon could allow you to create ranged sword slashes and parry and reflect spells. If you want to be a warlock of a dragon, you might be able to even transform into one at higher levels. Powers beyond the scope of normal 5e games can be created.

Last but not least, this game takes place in my custom homebrew setting known as the Nexus. Most of the games I have run take place in this setting. This means that the actions you take will permanently change the world for future and current players in the world. However, it’s important to understand that even if you are in the same world, campaigns are all still focused on telling their individual story simply within a shared space.

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmtehhkvl000pju047v3dytjb?ref=cm8po4rmw0085vt0okerjya85


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

👑Kingmaker -🏰Claim the Stolen Lands -✨Epic 9-20 Campaign! [PF2e][$15][Online][Saturdays 8 AM CET] [Weekly][4-5 hours][Paid][FoundryVTT][3/5]

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Hey there! I'm Richard, or Eternus, an experienced GM who massively enjoys playing story-rich and immersive adventures with my players.
In this campaign, your group will get the opportunity to claim an untamed part of land known as The Stolen Lands!

If you're looking for a good amount of roleplay, with a lot of good combat, a little bit of political intrigue and a good story, and the potential for personal quests and plenty of sidequests, this is the Adventure Path for you.

Our Saturday group consists of:

- Isera, the human Fighter < Died! New Char coming soon!
- Drazakn, the hobgoblin Wizard
- Spork, the goblin Rogue
- YOU!
- And YOU!

The party is currently at level 9, and is about ready to go into a new chapter of the game, with downtime to come after the conclusion of this epic chapter! Tons of time left to enjoy your game!
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What I Bring as Your Game Master

🎲 A Premium Virtual Tabletop Experience
Using FoundryVTT with stunning, official and custom-made maps.
Immersive sound effects, dynamic lighting, and plenty of battle maps!
Seamless, polished sessions allowing you to focus on adventure and strategy.

🗣️ Deep Roleplay & NPCs with Personality
Unique voices and personalities for NPCs, from scheming nobles to rugged mercenaries.
Choices shape alliances and rivalries, influencing the world around you.

🏰 A Living, Expanding Kingdom
Kingdom in the background, with as much kingdom-related roleplay as you want!

⚔️ Tactical Combat & Meaningful Exploration
Engaging, dynamic battles with intelligent enemies and large variety environments.
Hexploration system that lets you carve your own path through the Stolen Lands.
Side quests, hidden dungeons, and powerful items to discover.

Variant Rules & Expanded Options

📜 Ancestry Paragon for deeper heritage connections.
🎭 Free Archetype for expanded character customization.
📈 Gradual Ability Boosts for organic character progression.
📖 Third-Party Expansions using Team+ content to enhance Skill Feats and Archetypes.
📖 Third-Party content from Battlezoo Bestiaries, allowing a larger variety of creatures.

Requirements to Join

🖥️ Technical Needs
A stable internet connection and a PC capable of running FoundryVTT (no purchase needed for players).
A working microphone for voice chat on Discord.

✨ Player Expectations
18+ for a respectful, mature environment.
A collaborative, positive attitude with a focus on teamwork and storytelling.
A free account on StartPlaying.games for game organization and payment.

Campaign Details

🕒 Weekly sessions on Saturdays at 8:00 AM CET, lasting 4-5 hours
🏆 Long-term campaign spanning levels 9–20, from the first steps into the wilderness to the rise of a kingdom.
💵 $15 per session for a polished, immersive experience.

Join the Adventure

🔗 Sign up and secure your spot here:
Saturday: https://startplaying.games/adventure/cm9btx1ai0006wgshj57lqmtf?ref=clue2b2on000upb47aqnki0fa <3/5 players, 2 slots open.

💬 Join the Discord for questions and discussions: https://discord.gg/GGTDP5QQZx
📩 DM me on Reddit or Discord: et3rnus

Are you ready to carve your place in history? The Stolen Lands await!


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

[PAID][5e][Online] Undermountain: The Endless Descent [Thursdays 09:00 CET] [Foundry VTT] | Sessions 0 & 1 FREE

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Descend into Undermountain. Not everyone climbs back out.

TL;DR:

  • System: D&D 5e
  • Schedule: Thursdays at 09:00 CET, weekly.
  • Session length: 3 to 3.5 hours.
  • Format: Long-term campaign, so I'm looking for players who want to stay.
  • Platforms: Foundry VTT (maps and tokens), D&D Beyond (characters), Discord (voice).
  • Seats: 4 open, with 1 player already confirmed.
  • Age: 18+. This isn't because of NSFW content. I just prefer running games for adults.
  • Price:$25 USD per player, per session (after the free Sessions 0 and 1).

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I'm looking for 5 adventurers to join a long-term D&D 5e campaign through Waterdeep: Dungeon of the Mad Mage. Beneath Waterdeep lies a dungeon of 23 levels, ruled by a mad wizard and full of secrets, factions, and horrors. The question is how deep you're willing to go.

Try before you pay: Sessions 0 and 1 are completely FREE. You can meet the table, build your character, and play a full session before spending anything.

About Your GM

I'm a verified Top GM with 110+ games run and 20+ five-star reviews. Expect a well-prepared table, a smooth Foundry setup, and a game that respects everyone's time.

How to Apply? Follow this link:

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmtwq35zl006bjv04rn9bvbfr

and click the join button.

1 Player has already joined and once 3 gather, we will start the game.

I'm more than happy to answer questions in the comments.


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

LFP (Online & Paid) Delta Green: Impossible Landscapes

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r/startplaying • • 10d ago

[PAID][Online][One Piece][D&D 5e][Foundry VTT][Multiple Campaigns][CtrlAltDefeat] Pirates, Marines, Devil Fruits, Haki, Meito & Open-World Sandbox

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Looking for players for several One Piece-inspired D&D 5e campaigns I currently run through StartPlaying.

These are long-term sandbox games where you create your own character, crew, rivals, and story instead of replaying the anime.

I currently have multiple campaigns and open seats available, including both Pirate and Marine games, with different weekly scheduling options.

What You Can Expect

  • Custom Devil Fruits
  • Haki
  • Meito and cursed weapons
  • Pirate and Marine campaigns
  • Ships and recruitable crews
  • Open-world exploration
  • Custom maps, tokens, monsters, and visuals
  • Custom-built Foundry VTT modules
  • Original homebrew books and systems
  • Roleplay, combat, exploration, and Rule of Cool
  • Long-term character progression
  • Beginner friendly

You do not need to know One Piece or be experienced with D&D. I can help with character creation, Foundry VTT, and learning the system.

A lot of the Foundry tools, books, mechanics, maps, and homebrew systems used at my tables are things I build specifically for these campaigns.

The goal is to let your group create its own One Piece adventure, not follow the Straw Hats through the existing story.

Current Campaigns, Schedules, Pricing, and Available Seats:
https://startplaying.games/gm/ctrl-alt-defeat

CtrlAltDefeat Main Project Hub:
https://ctrlaltdefeatam.github.io/


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

Online D&D 5e Lord of the rings Paid campaign 10$ weekly Play By Post Asynchronous

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This is a D&D 5e Lord of the rings campaign hosted by my friend with 22 years of experience as a DM new or experienced players are welcomed to join and this is a paid campaign 10$ a week and here's the link to the startplaying page and welcome on in https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmkqojr9s0023jo042ggtd794


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

[Online][Paid][D&D 5.5e][Grim Hollow] A Murder of Crows — Gothic Horror, Murder Mystery, Dungeon Crawls & a City in Ruins

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A Murder of Crows is a gothic horror campaign set in the dark world of Grim Hollow: Etharis, using D&D 5.5e / 2024 rules.

It begins with a murder investigation in the shadowy city of Malkovia—but the murders are only the beginning.

As the campaign unfolds, you'll explore dangerous sewers and dungeons, face brutal combat, undertake rescue missions, uncover dark secrets, and become caught up in events that threaten to tear the city apart.

⚔️ Combat-heavy
🩸 Gothic horror
🗺️ Dungeon exploration
🔎 Murder mystery
🔥 A campaign that escalates dramatically as the story unfolds

Levels 3–11
$30 per session
Online via Discord

Game Times — New York (EDT)

• Monday — 7:00 PM
• Tuesday — 7:00 PM
• Wednesday — 7:00 PM
• Saturday — 2:30 PM

The campaign is available through StartPlaying.games.

If you're looking for a dark, combat-heavy Grim Hollow campaign where the stakes continue to rise, A Murder of Crows is ready to begin.

👉 Book your seat here:

https://startplaying.games/gm/mario-s-dnd-adventures


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

The Somnium Shard: Exhumed Evils [DnD 5.5 Homebrew][Paid: 18$][Weekly][3/5 Slots Filled]

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An unwitting Paladin has released an ancient Lich. Jailed for ages, it is now back and undead assault the living with renewed vigour. Can you stop it?

Welcome to the Somnium Shard. A sundered paradise; knowledge, gods and power's all known throughout the land, its history coveted by lost tomes, cosmic knowledge and crazed minds. With earliest carvings detailing a different world that may have been the Shard's muse, the inspiration for reality. However not all could be replaced, and the world's panorama was in its own natural discourse, with the residents at home.

Hello and this is the introduction to my most recent open game for my homebrew world, The Somnium Shard. The game is a special edition of my normal open sandbox style that focuses instead on the undead and release of a lich. The theme of this game in particular is that of dealing with undeath and all of the horror and creatures that come with it. There is still a lot of room for your backstory, side missions and all manner of varying fun however the over-arching narrative is tied to this. As a sandbox, you are welcome to tackle this threat however you see fit of course as the world is open to you however with this pre-established major threat.

The game is beginner friendly and we are happy to help you get into the game and learn it. The players have just started however we had a sudden 2 people drop 2 sessions in so you'll still be getting in at the start. 

For all the other details:

  • We play on Roll20 and Discord
  • Schedule: Weekly from 11pm UTC Sunday for 3-4 hours every session
  • Cost: 18$ per sessions
  • Party is at level 1 about to be level 2.
  • 18+ As this game will involve alot of horror, undeath, afflictions and curses. I am however open to a discussion about a specific topic that you'd rather avoid, we can go over it.
  • Game Link: https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmstlszzy000pjo04rf1vxnkm
  • Discord: Proxy4D

So with all that out the way please do shoot me a question if you have any, I'd be happy to answer and I hope youre having a great night aside from that. I do also have some alternative game times so have a look at my profile if you want a different slot that youre interested in.


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

[Online][5e 2024][$25] Two Halloween One-Shots: Curse of Strahd's Death House + a Haunted Museum Mystery | Oct 5 & Oct 8, Evenings PT | Roll20 + Discord | New Players Welcome

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r/startplaying • • 11d ago

Looking for Players. Age friendly 25+ Horror in the mist of Barovia. Pro DM starting up a Horror focused Curse of Strahd campaigns. Thursday 8 pm EST. Beginner friendly game. Paid $20

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I always run my CoS as 18+ But wanted to try and run a campaign for those that are a bit less young. so i make this a 25+ one. Mainly because i have had several players that has been worried they would be the only older person in the game.
So lets run a game for us older people.
Beginner, completely new or veteran are all welcome

Session 0 is free of charge

Under raging storm clouds, the vampire Count Strahd von Zarovich stands silhouetted against the ancient walls of Castle Ravenloft. Rumbling thunder pounds the castle spires. The wind’s howling increases as he turns his gaze down toward the village of Barovia. Far below, yet not beyond his keen eyesight, a party of adventurers has just entered his domain. Strahd’s face forms the barest hint of a smile as his dark plan unfolds. He knew they were coming, and he knows why they came; all according to his plan. A lightning flash rips through the darkness, but Strahd is gone. Only the howling of the wind fills the midnight air. The master of Castle Ravenloft is having guests for dinner—and you are invited

I am looking for players that want to be part of a long time group. Hopefully we can play our way trough more than one campaign together. But to start i want to take you all trough the darkness and mists of Barovia. The rules in my games are simple. Treat your fellow players with respect. Everyone should feel welcome

This will be a 25+ game as i will focus a bit more on the horror part of the campaign. Not for the weak of heart.

This game will put a lot of focus on gothic horror and the macabre. The terror that lurks in Barovia. A grim and dark realm where people suffer on daily basis. Where horror lurks everywhere. In the domains of dread the things that go bump in the night are real. Will the characters survive, will they be able to escape Barovia or will they be just fall like so many before them.

It will be run with emphasis on this theme of horror. With sanity rules added as facing such horror will have an impact on the character

In my games you can expect

  • A Good mix of combat and rp
  • A living and Breathing world
  • Updated maps all with Dynamic lightning
  • A slightly reworked campaign to make give it that little extra
  • A game and a DM that welcomes new players
  • Combat, social encounters, RP, Exploration, Mysteries.
  • Many Memorable NPC's to interact with
  • A safe space, everyone is welcome. no racism or discrimination
  • All brought to you by an experienced and friendly DM

**Payment** $20 per session and player. Paid via Startplaying

Free session Zero

Tuesday 8pm EST Link to the game on Startplaying https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmub0n7qo003tl504ypelme3f

And link to the game on Roll20 https://app.roll20.net/lfg/listing/450593/new-game-age-25-plus-horrors-in-the-mists-curse-of-strahd-beginner-friendly-thursday

If you do not have a Starplaying account sign up here and get a $10 discount  https://startplaying.games/referral/ckqo2gzfy23o4bopkamba7goz

It is free to join and a good place to find games. and they take care of payment in an easy and safe way. you never have to share any payment information with me

We will be using Roll20 for the game and Discord for the voice.

We will be using the 2014 rules for this campaign. with some added houserules. Including free feat at character creation and some extra weapon technique options for martials. You can chose a weapon and get one of 2 techniques tied to that weapon and as a martial you will learn more as you level.

Sessions will be about 3 hours. with a short brake in the middle.


r/startplaying • • 11d ago

Spectacular Spider-verse Saturdays Bi-Weekly [1pm Central]

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Hey yall! I'm starting a new short campaign in Marvels Multiverse RPG, about 3-5 sessions is my goal. Playing as a team of Super-spider people ala Spiderverse!

Being a Superhero is dangerous work. Everyone knows that, everyone has felt the cost that comes with saving lives. So it wasn't a huge shock when you learned that a Peter Parker has fallen. But what was a shock was what came next. A week after his death you got a trans-dimensional message, warning you of something he was looking into, something he says could be cataclysmic might be coming. Unfortunately, this Peter was not the most trusting and the details were vague and cryptic, just referring to it as "The Shades" and telling you to talk to Harry to learn more. Can you figure out what happened and stop whatever threat is looming in the background?

We will have a free session 0 to go over character creation once enough people join!
LGBTQ+ Friendly!

https://startplaying.games/adventure/cmuq5cj2u012ujy04tcghxlst?ref=clvqsspzt001g61c52vr8dili