[CLOSED] The Doom that Befell Miklagard (BSH)

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Though you came to the grand metropolis of Miklagard as mercenaries for a great army, chaos has broken out as the coffers were discovered empty! You must now escape the city before it eats you alive. Are you strong enough to survive the Doom that Befell Miklagard?!

πŸ—ΊοΈ Race against time in a point crawl located in a metropolis, with total destruction harrying your every step.
πŸ‰ Test your strength and cunning against a city filled with secrets and ancient history, with danger lurking around every corner.
πŸ—‘οΈ Create an enthralling tale with your fellow adventurers as you run at breakneck speed snatching everything you can carry on your escape!

Prepare to embark on a quest the likes of which few have experienced! You have found yourselves in the midst of absolute chaos as a massive city burns from within, and laws have fled as survival becomes paramount. Be you a barbarian, a civilized man, or a being of decadence, it makes no difference in the city of ten thousand mercenaries all of whom are also trying to plunder and escape.

Using the Black Sword Hack ruleset, we will focus on player creativity over character builds. I encourage players to take a step back from their sheets and truly be engaged at the table! With this rules-lite system, we shall weave a story along the lines of Conan, Elric, or Corum!

In this adventure you will experience:

⚜️ A module inspired by real history as well as pulp escape movies of the 80s.
βš–οΈ A balance between role-play, combat, and exploration.
πŸ‘¨β€βš–οΈ Neutral referee who prefers intuitive rulings to strict rules.
🌎 Living world with random encounters and vivid environments.
πŸ‰ Evocative combats with life-or-death stakes!

Come and join me on this once-in-a-lifetime adventure! Here's what other players have said about me:

πŸŽ™οΈ "What really stood out about him as a gamemaster was his ability and willingness to allow player character actions and decisions to matter."
πŸŽ™οΈ "Charles runs flavor rich games that are always full of surprises. He pivots fantastically between different tones, and he understands the rules of each system without handcuffing the game to them."
πŸŽ™οΈ "Charles is a FUN, patient, and supportive GM who invests time and effort into new players without letting the table become a classroom."


Sep 23, 2024 2:49 am
The Pitch
I am launching Escape from Miklagard, using the Black Sword Hack rules-lite system. In this game, you will begin at the end. The end of Miklagard, that is! Chaos has erupted and you must flee through a hex-crawl in which you choose the path. But you need to get paid, so don't forget to loot as much as you can on your way out!

Trigger Warnings and Themes
This is an unabashed pulp fantasy story, where a city is under revolt. There will be violence, cruelty, greed, and even more violence. Slavery is present, but only as a result of the chaos; is is to be vilified. I do not allow cruelty against children or sexual assault in my games. Your character can and may die.

The game will feature Demon Binding, Spirit Servitude, and Sorcerous Magic. It will not include Twisted Science or Faerie Ties. There will be at least one Runic Weapon, but that is nothing to worry your pretty little head over.

To survive, you must work together! For this reason, your character must have a willingness to work together even with those who might be diametrically opposed. With that being said, your decision to follow Law, Balance, or Chaos is a diagetic decision.

Game Duration and Pacing
This game expects players to post once a day, five times a week. I do not expect the game to move on weekends, as I am usually busy myself. As for the duration, this game is will likely take several months to a year, depending on the choices you make and the luck of the dice.

Who May Apply
This game is open to any who are interested in this chaotic experience. The table is intentionally accepting, and will not tolerate any racism, sexism, or any other ism. Safety is paramount. I reserve the right to prevent any from joining should I feel they are not a good fit, and to remove any players who show the same.

How to Apply
Simply reply here, or reach out on the GamersPlane Discord. If you are interested, please use the words "CAN YOU DIG IT," in bold. If you have questions, I am more than happy to answer before you make a decision. I will utilize an arbitrary method of choosing who joins, which may be the product of the Lords of Chaos. I will select five players, or six if the mood strikes me.

I play very loosy goosey with the rules. If you are looking for a strict game, I am not the DM for you.

I will make my selections in one week, since I am currently on a vacation.
Last edited September 27, 2024 4:15 pm
Sep 23, 2024 8:29 am
I am definitely interested. I have BSH but never had the opportunity to use. CAN YOU DIG IT
Sep 23, 2024 8:39 am
My username proves, I was born for this.

CAN YOU DIG IT
Sep 23, 2024 10:47 am
Sounds fun. You can count on me, but because I have already lots of games leave me at the end if there interest. I would like to read the campaign if you don't choose me though. Cheers!
Sep 23, 2024 2:31 pm
I can dig it...CAN YOU DIG IT?

Sounds like a good time. I've never played BSH, but I'm interested in giving it a go.
Sep 23, 2024 8:26 pm
Never played Black Sword Hack but I have played regular Black Hack and am a big fan of Conan and Elric. Super interested in playing a badass swordswoman like the one on the front cover. CAN YOU DIG IT???
Sep 24, 2024 2:58 am
I'll throw my shovel in the ring since this sounds awesome! CAN YOU DIG IT?
Last edited September 24, 2024 2:59 am
Sep 26, 2024 4:39 am
CAN YOU DIG IT? Definitely, assuming you're talking about graves for my enemies who fall beneath my sword.

This RPG sounds like a lot of fun.
Sep 27, 2024 3:58 pm
Hey all, I've decided to invite the following players: @KCC, @Harrigan, @naatkinson, @DragonDweller62, and @Ricardoi91

The rest of you, I'll reach out if there's an opening due to a player dropping out! Thanks for applying!

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