D&D TOURNAMENT

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Starting December 2024

Welcome to the First Ever D&D Tournament in Cyprus!

S&L and The 3D Merchants proudly invite you to join an epic three-part adventure starting in September 2024. Gather your party, and dive into a thrilling competition where teams vie for glory and the grand prize!

The Adventure Awaits:

Part 1: Making Allies
Part 2: Attacking the Castle
Part 3: Overthrowing the King

How the Tournament Works:

Entrance Fee €25 per Player

Prize pool depending on volume of Players

Teams will compete in an objective-based system where every action counts. Earn points by completing various objectives, and the team with the most points at the end wins the tournament!

How to Gain Points:

Meet the Objectives: Follow the pre-defined objectives to earn points.
Roleplay: Immerse yourself in your character and the story.
Interact with the Terrain: Utilise the environment to your advantage.
Engage with NPCs: Build alliances, gather information, and more.
Solve Quests: Use your wits to complete challenges within the time limit.

How to Lose Points:

Dying: Points are deducted when reviving fallen comrades.
Failing Objectives: Missed objectives mean lost points.
Time Limit: Running out of time can cost you points.
Buying Consumables: Spend your points wisely.

Prepare for an adventure like no other! Will your team rise to the challenge and claim victory? Join us in this grand D&D tournament and let the quest begin!

Disclaimer for D&D Tournament at Shakes & Lattes

1.⁠ ⁠Designated Characters Only: Players must choose from designated characters provided by us. No custom characters are allowed.

2.⁠ ⁠Entry Fee Payment: Entry fees must be paid in full and instore within 7 days of booking an available time slot. Failure to pay within this timeframe will result in the cancellation of your booking.

3.⁠ ⁠Cancellations and Replacements: Cancellations are non-refundable. However, you may designate replacement team members if you are unable to attend. Once a slot is booked, it cannot be rebooked on short notice.

4.⁠ ⁠Food and Drink Policy: Outside food and drinks are not permitted. As a café, we offer a variety of food and beverages for purchase.

5.⁠ ⁠Behaviour and Conduct: Unruly behaviour will not be tolerated. Participants are expected to maintain a respectful and friendly atmosphere.

6.⁠ ⁠Game Master Authority: The Dungeon Master's decision is final in all matters of gameplay.

7.⁠ ⁠Event Timing: The event is timed. Please be punctual to ensure a smooth experience for all participants.

Additional Notes:

•⁠ ⁠Health and Safety: Please adhere to any current health and safety guidelines during the event.

•⁠ ⁠Personal Belongings: The cafe is not responsible for any lost or stolen items. Please keep your belongings secure.

•⁠ ⁠Media Release: By participating, you consent to any photographs or videos taken during the event being used for promotional purposes by the cafe.

Thank you for your cooperation and enjoy your game.

Tips for building a Balanced Party

Tank
- Role: Soaks up damage, protects other party members, Deals good damage to enemy..
- Recommended Classes:
  - Fighter: High hit points and armor, versatile in combat.
  - Paladin: Strong defenses, healing abilities, and support through auras.
  - Barbarian: High hit points, damage resistance, and powerful melee attacks.
- Why It's Important: The tank draws enemy attacks, preventing squishier party members from being overwhelmed.
Damage Dealer (DPR high damage per round)
- Role: Deals significant damage to enemies.
- Recommended Classes:
  - Rogue: High single-target damage and utility with stealth.
  - Ranger: Versatile in both melee and ranged combat.
  - Sorcerer/Wizard: High burst damage and powerful spells.
- Why It's Important: DPR characters reduce the number of threats quickly, making fights more manageable.
Support/Healer
- Role: Provides healing, buffs, and debuffs.
- Recommended Classes:
  - Cleric: Strong healing and versatile spellcasting.
  - Druid: Healing, buffs, and the ability to shapeshift.
  - Bard: Healing, buffs, debuffs, and a wide range of utility spells.
- Why It's Important: Support characters keep the party healthy and enhance their abilities, turning the tide of battle.
Utility/Control
- Role: Handles a variety of non-combat situations, controls the battlefield.
- Recommended Classes:
  - Wizard: Spells for crowd control, utility, and knowledge skills.
  - Bard: Skill versatility, social prowess, and a wide range of spells.
  - Rogue: Expertise in skills, traps, and stealth.
- Why It's Important: Utility characters solve problems outside of combat and control the flow of encounters with spells and abilities.
Versatile Hybrid
- Role: Fills gaps and adapts to various situations.
- Recommended Classes:
  - Bard: Can switch between roles with ease, great at convincing NPC’s to assist.
  - Monk: Balanced in combat and exploration.
  - Warlock: Combines spellcasting with decent damage output.
- Why It's Important: A versatile hybrid can adapt to the party's needs, providing support where it's needed most.

Example Balanced 5-Player Party

Fighter (Tank): Protects allies with high AC and hit points, able to deal good damage to opponents.
Rogue (DPR/Utility): Delivers high damage and handles traps and stealth missions.
Cleric (Support/Healer): Keeps the party alive with healing and buffs, with wide range of spells.
Wizard (Utility/Control): Controls the battlefield and provides solutions to non-combat challenges, widest possibility of spell choices.
Bard (Versatile Hybrid): Fills gaps, supports with spells, and enhances the party's capabilities with NPC's.

Tips for Building Your Party

Communicate: Discuss your character choices with your group to ensure you cover all key roles.
Flexibility: Choose subclasses and spells that complement your party's needs.
Backup Plans: Have secondary roles (e.g., a Paladin who can also heal) to adapt to different situations.