No prep is required for the Goldspire one-shot. If curiosity wins, start with the character PDFs or the quick rules notes below.
Daggerheart is a fantasy tabletop roleplaying game from Darrington Press. It is built for cinematic fantasy, teamwork, and scenes that keep moving.
For a first session, the table version is simple: say what your character tries, roll when the outcome is uncertain, and Kyle will help with the rest.
These links are here if you like peeking behind the curtain. You can still arrive with no prep, choose a hero, and learn through play with real people at the table.
Back to new-player notesThese are the intended ready-to-play couriers. You can review them now, ignore them completely, or pick by vibe at the table.
Printed sheets will be provided in person. These PDFs are optional early browsing, not required prep.
Experienced or especially motivated players can use Daggerheart NEXUS on Demiplane to experiment with a Level 1 character. Keep it friendly to a four-hour beginner table and the courier premise.
Only printed character sheets will be provided in person. Custom or altered characters still need final table approval, also known as corporate approval after a very serious review by Management.
Open Demiplane NEXUSYou do not need to memorize rules. These are the ideas most likely to make your first few turns feel easier.
You describe your character's goal in normal language. Kyle helps translate that into the game when dice are needed.
Most risky actions use two d12s. Add the dice, add a character trait, and compare the total to the difficulty.
If Fear is higher, the scene may get tense or complicated. You can still succeed. Management regrets the confusion.
Hope is player momentum. You can spend it to help allies, use Experiences, and do class-specific heroic things.
If your sheet says something like a background, reputation, or specialty, you can use it when it clearly applies.
Combat does not need rigid initiative. The table follows the action, shares spotlight, and keeps quieter players included.
HP tracks serious harm. Stress tracks pressure, strain, fear, effort, or emotional weight. Armor can soften incoming damage by reducing how severe a hit is.
Daggerheart uses conditions such as Hidden, Restrained, and Vulnerable. Kyle will explain any condition at the moment it matters.
You can arrive knowing nothing. These links are for curiosity after the quick notes above.
From reassurance to one-shot
If you are clear on the essentials, book through Mox or jump back to the event page for the full pitch.