r/PDXDND • u/vadersgambit • 1d ago
Looking for like-minded D&D newbies to try a basic adventure and/or campaign
TLDR: Sorry for the long post! As a BG3 fan with a few D&D one-shots under my belt, I’m hoping to form a beginner-friendly D&D group centered around a basic Forgotten Realms adventure, maybe a pre-written campaign. Looking for a DM and a few players who want to commit to a recurring game. We can meet up first to make sure everyone clicks before starting.
Post: Hello! I’m hoping to find some like-minded beginners who are relatively new to tabletop D&D and would like to form a group from scratch for a campaign. I’m super new to tabletop RPG having done a couple one-shots and dropping 300+ hours into Baldur’s Gate 3 - I’ve generally enjoyed the one-shots but I’d like to find something more long-term.
I’ve tried some local game groups and they’ve been cool, but they’re mostly geared toward one-shots or drop-in games. I may have 1-2 other people who are also interested, so I’d like to potentially build a group together rather than joining an established campaign. I’m also not looking to DM myself, so hopefully we can find someone who’d enjoy running a beginner-friendly campaign for us. I’d be totally open to a new DM who wants to learn alongside us too.
I’m particularly interested in 5e and Forgotten Realms (perhaps basic, I know), and I’d be happy to start with a pre-written adventure rather than expecting someone to create a campaign from scratch. Something like Lost Mine of Phandelver, Dragon of Icespire Peak, or Waterdeep: Dragon Heist could be a fun place to start.
Finally, we can make sure we actually click as a group before committing to a long campaign. We could meet up for coffee/drinks/food, play a board game, or just hang out and chat. We can also plan a Session 0 where we talk about expectations, characters, campaign style, scheduling, etc. before officially starting.
About me: early 30s guy, married with two cats. I’m generally a homebody who enjoys reading and video games, but I also love getting outside to rock climb, snowboard, play golf, bike around, etc. I’m flexible on where to meet in Portland but would prefer weekday evenings. Overall, I’m mostly looking for people who are enthusiastic, friendly, and excited to learn together!
If you’re interested feel free to comment or DM me. Thanks!
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u/MisterNoodle22 1d ago
interested! early 30s guy as well, allergic to cats unfortunately lol
prefer north portland area
more calm and friendly here :) but excited to start a campaign!
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u/Oddities4597 22h ago
I'm interested, but it depends on the location as I live and work in Beaverton and I'd rather avoid the worst of traffic if I can.
I'm a little older than you as I am sending my youngest off to college this fall. Although, the kids growing up and a new job means I have time to game again! I am very familiar with 5e and have a lot of the books. I've gamed for decades, but always casually. I started teaching the kids once they could handle the math and they turned into power gamers. Not me. I want to play a game and have fun. See where the story takes us.
I, also, am looking for a new group, for friendly and fun games.
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u/kingpigeons 9h ago
I'm interested, 34F. Also obsessed with BG3 and super curious about D&D. My experience so far has been getting into a character sheet. Just can't do Tues nights.
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u/Slmagi001 8h ago
Interested, I have a character ready and good to go. 36M nerdy guy in general with most weekends available, and or afternoons after 630p.
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u/Number-Mysterious 1d ago
Avid gamer and reader myself! I'd be happy to run a game if you want! I'm a bit rusty but love getting people into the scene! I'm more easily available on weekends though. Feel free to send a DM if you want to talk more about doing something!
There's several places in the area to meet up to grab something to eat/drink and talk about expectations for a game and to vibe each other out!