Greetings, I am the Nordic GM! I run a weekly one-shot for groups of 3-6 people where anyone can register for a 250,- (NOK) fee. These sessions are strictly digital (via Roll20), with themes and details varying from session to session (announced on Facebook here). Each session will function as an independent one-shot, and the setting, conflict, NPCs, and villains will vary. Every session will include at least one combat encounter and one collective skill challenge. While gear or loot is not transferable between sessions, recurring players may be recognized by prominent NPCs or known for their exploits!
Who should join?
This a great option for new players who want to try out D&D in a safe and professional space. I will be available via chat to help guide you through the character-creation process and answer any questions you might have. This is also a great choice for those individuals who need a little extra D&D in their lives, but can’t commit to a full campaign or a larger group. Here you can test out your new character concept, try out a homebrew class, or experience my DMing style, all while enjoying the quality space of a professionally-run D&D game.
Why pay to play?
Norway has a thriving D&D community and there are many great networks for joining groups both physically and online. However, this doesn’t mean that many people don’t have difficulty finding groups or coordinating meetups (especially with hectic workweeks and demanding family lives). Even once you actually have a group, there can be immature players and high drop-out rates. Sometimes even your DM is unprepared, or even cancels on short notice. It’s frustrating to go through these experiences time after time, especially when all you want to do is relax and have fun playing.
Here are some of the reasons why a professionally-run game can be a good alternative:
-The DM always shows up prepared and ready to play.
-The fee helps ensure that everyone is committed, with players more likely to prep beforehand to get the most from their session.
-The maturity level is usually higher in paid games. Players are more likely to avoid arguments and work through their differences quickly so that the adventure can continue.
-Charging a modest per-person fee discourages player no-shows.
-Material costs associated with running a top-shelf game are covered. This includes access to DM Guild resources and Roll20 (including all the digital assets there).
-Extra help for beginners at no charge. I’ll be available via chat early on to help guide all new players through the character creation process.
-An immersive experience that includes background music, advanced role-play techniques, NPC/monster voices, and completely original stories hand-tailored to your specifications.
Rules at the table
I have strong rules against toxic behavior. No bullying, no sexual violence, no dominating the narrative, no rules-lawyers. Saying, “This is what my character would do,” is no excuse. Any disagreements with my DMing style or rulings at the table can (and should) be noted, however my job is to make sure that everyone at the table has the fair and equal possibility to enjoy their characters!
Jeremy Crawford, the primary rules-master for Wizard of the Coast, encourages people to play D&D with “Rules As Fun” (RAF), as opposed to over “Rules As Written” (RAW), in mind. While rules are important and give a common structure to sessions, they shouldn’t bog down the game or limit player actions. Players will have different knowledge sets, experiences, and backgrounds, and I want everyone to feel free to explore their roleplaying potential. Even as a professional GM, I don’t have a photographic memory of all the rules and errata, and will therefore play loose and fast with rulings where necessary. Prioritizing RAF over RAW also helps encourage creativity and keeps the pacing up. Disagreements and discussions on rulings can be taken up after sessions are completed.
My primary role at the table to is to ensure that every single player has a good time, and I take this role very seriously. Beginners are encouraged to join. I will always spend extra time easing new players into the game, discussing their class choices, and reviewing their backstories. For veteran players, I will strive to challenge your builds and make sure encounters, locales, and NPCs are unique and engaging.
Payment and access:
Upon payment, all players will receive access to DnDBeyond (and all the sourcebooks I have purchased there) so that they can build their characters and begin planning. Players will also gain access to Roll20, where they will find background information relating to their adventure. This information will be posted on the Facebook group.
Registrations must be made beforehand. One session costs 250,- (NOK), which must be paid via VIPPs before the session starts. This is a symbolic fee, and does not cover all the costs in prepping and running a full session of D&D (in addition to time, there are material/administrative/subscription costs). I provide this option for the sheer joy of playing D&D, working with my hobby, and encountering new people. I look forward to meeting your characters!
To check which weekly one-shot is running, please check the Facebook group here.
To book a spot please send me an email or call (contact info below),
Happy hunting!
Weekly one-shot Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/NordicGM
Email at: kksbambini@gmail.com
Telephone at: 939 87 487
Nordic Roleplay and Storytelling 