Do you remember the "Choose Your Own Adventure" books from your childhood? This adventure is a similar concept—only now, it's powered by D&D. You'll read the story, make decisions based on what your character might do, and face off against opponents in thrilling combat encounters!
In 2019, I began writing solo adventures for D&D, diving into the unique challenge of creating immersive, narrative-driven experiences that could be enjoyed alone. These adventures quickly gained traction on DM’s Guild, resonating with players who wanted to explore the world of D&D without needing a full group. The success and positive feedback encouraged me to think bigger.
That’s when the idea struck: why not bring these adventures to Roll20? Instead of static PDFs, I could create fully interactive experiences where combat, story progression, and mechanics were seamlessly integrated. Roll20 offered the perfect platform to streamline gameplay—tracking stats, rolling dice, and presenting the narrative all in one accessible space. The result is a more immersive and dynamic way to enjoy solo adventures, blending storytelling and mechanics into a format that’s both user-friendly and deeply engaging.
With What Lurks Beneath, I’ve taken everything I learned from those early solo adventures and crafted a journey designed specifically for Roll20. It’s intuitive, atmospheric, and perfect for those who want to dive into the depths of a story-driven campaign at their own pace.
What Lurks Beneath is a solo D&D 5e experience that combines gripping storytelling, challenging combat, and dynamic player choices. Designed for a 6th-level character, this adventure takes you to the coastal town of Briarshale, where ominous whispers from the sea herald a growing darkness. Your decisions will shape the story, leading to one of several unique endings.
Multiple Pathways & Endings: Your choices drive the narrative, with diverse paths and outcomes ensuring a highly replayable experience.
Interactive NPCs: Meet memorable characters, including allies, villains, and those who blur the lines in between.
New Magic Items: Discover unique treasures tied to the story, from cursed relics to powerful tools with world-shaping potential.
Dynamic Combat Encounters: Face off against challenging enemies, each with unique mechanics and randomized attack patterns.
Combat Maps: Explore beautifully crafted battlemaps that bring the eerie, otherworldly atmosphere of What Lurks Beneath to life.
Custom Mechanics: Earn FREEBIEs to auto-succeed rolls, unlock paths with Codewords, and engage in skill challenges tailored to the narrative.
Beginner-Friendly Setup: Build a character in Roll20 or import one from your favorite platform like D&D Beyond with ease.
Seamless Story Integration: Every element—narrative, combat, and exploration—is designed to work effortlessly within the Roll20 system.
Replayable Adventure: Different pathways and choices ensure no two runs are the same.
Are you ready to uncover What Lurks Beneath? Grab your sword, prepare your spells, and step into the unknown—you might not return the same.
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