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[LFP][18+] Lord of the Rings Campaign "The Key to the North" (Thursdays 4pm - 10pm, time flexible) (semi-homebrew)

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PREVIEW: In ages past the Free Peoples of the Wilderlands acted as wardens, keeping a watchful vigil over the frozen wastes to the far north, though much has changed since those days. If this time of peace after the fall of Smaug is to last, many strategic locations must be reclaimed. King Bard himself has requested the retrieval of an ancient key that is rumoured to have been lost in the Long Marshes to the south. Where there is a key, there is usually a keyhole... Hello! My name is Oliver, and I'm looking for 3-4 Players to join me in a Lord of the Rings D&D game. The rules are based on 5e, but expanded and modified for the setting. I have been DMing for friends and family for over 7 years, and using Roll20 for about 3, and am keen to try running a game with new people! DISCLAIMER: Due to the nature of the LOTR setting, certain aspects of the game are changed, and supplementary sources will be used for things like classes and race options. I understand that not everyone will enjoy this style of play, so I have listed the major changes below. Low Magic Setting - The portrayal of magic in LOTR is far more subtle than in other, more recent fantasy settings. If slinging fireballs and performing superhuman feats on the daily is your speed, this game isn't for you. However, if you find the mythical binding power of oaths, ancient artifacts imbued with forgotten spells, or the strange tendency for hobbits to seemingly disappear pique your interest, this game is for you. Long Journeys - Many of Tolkien's stories placed emphasis on the long trek to the destination rather than the destination itself. This game will replicate this aspect of his work. That's not to say it will be boring, for much danger and adventure can still be found on the road... Supplementary Works - To assist in making the setting feel right, we will be using the Adventures in Middle Earth supplements by Cubicle 7 Interested participants can reply to this post here, or message me on Discord (CueBallJamal #5271)
I've never played a TTRPG before (online or off) and am unfamiliar with Discord, but I've recently discovered a rekindled love for LotR. Would you be willing to teach a new player the ropes? I completely understand if that's not something you're interested in, of course! Just figured I'd ask.
Hey Tessa! I'm glad your interested, and I have no problems helping out a new player. You said you don't have much experience with Discord, perhaps we should get that set up and talk further on there?
You mention in the header that the time is up for discussion. Does that include the day of the week? I run my own campaign on Thursdays, and although we could push yours after it finishes, I would probably be a little frazzled - so another day would be much better for me. Your description above sounds like you are using the Adventures in Middle Earth ruleset. Is that correct?
Yes, you are correct, we will be using the Adventures in Middle earth supplements. As for the time, I picked Thursday arbitrarily, I could do Monday 4 to 10 just as easily. Just didn't want to make things too confusing
Hi Oliver, hope you are well. I´m interested in your game, as I have been playing in a LOTR environment for some years now and really enjoy it. Could you clarify what the timezone is? I also would like to know if you are planning on using Adventures in Middle Earth since I have some ideas for a 5e-based character... My discord is Lordor#0489
Oliver I. said: Hey Tessa! I'm glad your interested, and I have no problems helping out a new player. You said you don't have much experience with Discord, perhaps we should get that set up and talk further on there? Sounds like a great idea! Just PM me and let me know what needs to be done.
Oliver I. said: Yes, you are correct, we will be using the Adventures in Middle earth supplements. As for the time, I picked Thursday arbitrarily, I could do Monday 4 to 10 just as easily. Just didn't want to make things too confusing Monday would work beautifully for me. I've got a number of the AiME books (and about 40 years of love for the setting), so I'd be happy to see whether I could be a good fit for the group. I'll send a Discord friend request. :)
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Hey there, definitely been interested in trying out AiME. I've done plenty of 5E in various flavors, but not LOTR yet, and of course Tolkein's a great inspiration for really character driven story, so I'd love to try this out. (Pending on how scheduling for this works out, of course.)  My discord is Hyperewok1#1121 for potentially chatting more. =)