On 11.11 Open World turns into a home for brave adventurers. There’s no better time to start a new campaign in our cosy e-sports “tavern.” We’re inviting Vienna’s D&D community to an exciting warm-up for Comic-Con! Warm drinks, tavern-core music and delicious food!
Quick question for everyone: who’d like to play, and who’d be up for running a table? 
We’re planning short one-shots, so newcomers can jump in too. If you know any DMs, tag them! Compensation will be available for DMs if you’re interested.
And what makes a great D&D night for you? This is Open World’s first proper D&D event and we want to get it right!
My first question would be: is it a D&D night, or is it a TTRPG night? I think a lot of people hear those as synonymous but it would also be good to dispel the idea that D&D is the only game of its kind.
And would you be opening sign-ups or expect GMs to find their own players?
As for a great game night, as long as the space isn’t too noisy, there’s decent ventilation, and a table that can fit enough people without feeling cramped, things tend to go well.
Hey! Thanks for your reply.
This is a D&D Night specifically, but if there’s demand I’m sure there will be events dedicated to other TTRPGs.
We’ll be opening sign ups sometime this week or next, ticketing works through EventBrite and players will be able to fill up tables of 4-6 (excl. DM/GM). There are smaller tables and bigger tables available, so first come first serve.
We would be happy to compensate all GMs participating with food/drinks and payment. There will be a separate ticket option for GMs as they are not paying for entry. We’re reaching out to a few, but we’re open to any GM to sign up and run a table!
** Just wanted to add that the number of GMs needed will depend on table sign ups, which is why I wanted to gauge the demand first 
would be interested (as a DM) 
but would want to know some details first
- at what time does this event start/end ?
- are games in English or German ?
Hey, that’s awesome!
The event is planned to start at 18:30 till about 22:00. Open World closes at 2am so I’m not sure how long these one-off games usually run for but you’re welcome to stay till closure. The whole evening will be dedicated to this event anyway.
The games can be in either German or English, when the Eventbrite page will be set up, guests can choose between german/english tables. I’m anticipating an English-majority though.
Well it’s good to see respawn has been revived/ rebranded! I was a little sad when the bar closed.
I could definitely imagine running some one shots but I remembered the tables being quite small for non-gaming use cases, unless the interior has changed a lot since then. ^^’
Also just as a quick feedback “start a new campaign” implies the promise of more which is the exact opposite of a oneshot.
i would be intrested in dming i used to watch esports there so happy to support with my time
Indeed “Respawn” is back under whole new name and mission. Come check out the 2v2 event this Saturday!
The tables on the bottom floor are a bit tight, they can fit 4 players comfortably in their current arrangement. Depending on demand, we would be pushing them together for bigger groups, and using the upstairs area which has bigger tables.
Re: starting a new campaign, that’s a good shout-- I will update the messaging for better clarity. To be completely honest, I wasn’t entirely sure if players wanted a space to continue existing campaigns/start new ones or just have a one-off to experience Open World. From what I’ve seen so far the latter seems more comfortable!
That’s great!
Could you DM me your name/email so I can add you to the guest list once the EventBrite page is sorted?
Just bumping this in case there’s interest EB page is nearly there
Can’t that day but would be interested in running something for future events.
Perhaps also something for @HannahTheHag
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Ooh, very cool event! Love that the space is now incorporating TTRPGs into the mix!
I’d be potentially interested in running a game 
(Thanks for the tag @katnyx!)
A few things in general —
Do you have any photos of the space you could share? That helps us GMs know how to plan for it, how many players is a reasonable limit, how big of battle maps to bring, whether there are power outlets within reach, etc. Lots of little details like that
It would also be helpful to hear more about the actual numbers, like how much you’ll be selling tickets for, what the payment looks like for the GMs, etc.
(For context, I’ve just opened my own cozy RPG venue, much smaller scale though, called Your Turn Games. The website is under construction so for now you can find out the most info here - https://Instagram.com/yourturngames_vie)
Would be happy to talk more about your event, and provide feedback or advice if it would be helpful (even if I’m not running a game, I’m still happy to help). Feel free to send me a DM here or reach out to me via email (hello@yourturn.games) 
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Hi! I’d also be interested in DMing but wondering some of the same questions that have been asked above, such as space for maps and minis, outlets etc.
As for interest as a player, I guess it comes down to knowing more about what is offered, e.g. is this targeted towards new players who just want to give DnD a try? Am I expected to bring a character or will I be provided one?
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I have booked a ticket now to hopefully meet some people as I am new in Vienna.
I would also like to echo Philipp2’s question about the character. Should one be brought or will they be provided/created?
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Hey! Thank you for booking!
I’ve suggested that all DMs should come with a few characters prepped if you don’t have your own, so you can focus on the campaign otherwise, you’re welcome to bring pre-existing characters and adapt the sheets
HELLO EVERYONE
Apologies for the delay, but I have more information now. Firstly, we have an EventBrite page: EventBrite
PLAYERS:
You can come in solo or as a group. No previous experience needed. Games I’m expecting to be English majority, but we’re hoping to have 1-2 German tables. 6 tables are planned, based on demand. 4 players + 1 DM per table, upstairs & downstairs (seating will be rearranged accordingly).
We start at 18:30 and planed finish around 22:00. Open World opens at 17:00 and you are welcome to come in earlier. There’ll be special dishes and hot mead!
Tickets are 5EUR per person. You can purchase them through EB ahead of time, or at the door. You can also pay cash. On the day.
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**DUNGEON MASTERS: ** I currently have two tables with a secured DM. As long as your table has players, your spot is confirmed. This means that your spot as DM is confirmed as soon as guests purchase tickets for a table. You’re welcome to share the EventBrite link with your friends!
Compensation is 50EUR after the campaign ends + your food and drink will be covered for the evening. You must not purchase a ticket as you will be added to a guestlist!
[TABLE 1 | 4/4] - @H [TABLE 2 | 5/5] - @blueblaze [TABLE 3, 4/5] - @HannahTheHag [TABLE 2/4] - @cat4laugh [TABLE 5] - No players yet PENDING DEMAND [TABLE 6] - No players yet PENDING DEMAND
If you are interested in DM-ing, please message me with your email so I can keep track of you!
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If any potential players are interested in what to expect: I will be DMing for Table 6 to run The Tomb of Damara, a classic adventure that was recently reworked for 5.5e.
Set in the usually quiet Shadowdale, adventurers will be tasked with retrieving a powerful magic orb before it can fall into the hands of the evil undead ogre Bonegnasher.
Ideal for a party of Level-3 characters.
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plan to run
UK1 - Beyond the Crystal Cave
a Romeo & Juliet inspired game, for level 5
Two young paramours fled their feuding families in search of a fabled utopia. Now that the feud of a human merchant clan with high elf aristrocrats has ended in a truce, both families promise the reward of 15,000 GP to bring their heirs back.
p.s.: every player character has a tie to one of the paramours (BFF, childhood friend, former study buddy from Magic University, etc.)
edit: speaking of pregens
I plan bring my stash of 20+ level 5 pregenerated characters
if any table at the event needs level 5 pregens (for 5.5 D&D), feel free to ask me
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hi, very excited to hear about this! Will there be a table for T1? If yes, my +1 and I will definitely be coming! 
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