Narrated D&D Story: How The DM Tricked Death Into Playing DnD For His Soul (Part 1)

[@lonnyforan2178]

Hey everyone! I hope you like part 1 of the story I wrote. This one is very special to me. Thank you all for listening!

[@timbobagginzz]

Its amazing and im already enthralled

[@lonnyforan2178]

@@timbobagginzz Thank you!! It only gets better!

[@elmurdoc]

It was awesome

[@gabrielwilson7050]

@Alexander Shleymovich seems like it. OP says it gets better, and seeing how death isn't your average everyday player, I'm sure an acception can be made this one time.

[@So_Iace]

Its amazing!!!!

[@SEBASTIV]

Death "How do we know who wins?" DM "Rocks fall, everybody dies.... I win"

[@snakanter]

"You dont win at this game. You just dont lose."

[@FeliceJaganshi]

I wouldn't count a tpk as a win as a dm, but a failure.

[@josen2791]

ZachieJaganshi d&d is DM vs party

[@inserisciunnome]

@@josen2791 wait isn't the DM Just supposed to create a good story to engage the party?

[@jaceross7648]

José Roberto Cardoso Fonseca Neto who hurt you

[@ethanlocke3604]

“Dante the bard” 😂😂 I love how death chose that name

[@flyingturret208thecannon5]

Locke Yeetus I just realized how close it was. Deatn, add a tiny little to the n and it become Death.

[@ethanlocke3604]

Flyingturret208: The Cannon I think it was actually a reference to Dante’s Inferno, which is a classic book, which is essentially Dante getting a tour of hell from death/the devil

[@flyingturret208thecannon5]

Locke Yeetus Dante got a tour from someone else, not the Devil or Death. It started with a V if I recall

[@ethanlocke3604]

Flyingturret208: The Cannon oh yeah, you’re right. It’s been awhile since I read it

[@maskedharlequinne]

@@flyingturret208thecannon5 Virgil, the famous poet of Ancient Rome, whom Dante himself considered his mentor. Sadly, he only could show him the 9 circles of Hell and the Limbo, as he was a heathen during his life and thus was denied the entrance to Heaven. However, Dante was also able to go sightseeing in Heaven with the help of his recently deceased beloved muse, Beatrice, who became something like an angel in the afterlife.

[@archaros]

This one is very well known, but at the end of the version I know, Death understands that nobody looses at DnD, and that the DM fooled him, but doesn't mind because he likes playing with him.

[@retosius7962]

yeah I believe I remember that one. this story is one of my favorite short stories I've ever heard.

[@markuhler2664]

Spoilers

[@bluefan898]

Doom and Destiny?

[@radianceguardians]

I like the fact that Death was so excited when he rolled that natural 20

[@Starhawke_Gaming]

"natural"

[@hiddenflare6169]

@@Starhawke_Gaming Hey man you wouldn't dare imply he was cheating were you? As the lord of death would never do such a thing after all.

[@Starhawke_Gaming]

@@hiddenflare6169 - well, the saying goes that "you can't cheat Death", but nothing says death can't cheat you. 😆

[@arksigma7709]

@@Starhawke_Gaming Touché.

[@noyou9379]

ive heard that story before...the version I heard was that after months of playing Death won the game and the DM agreed to go but then death realized that the game was over and became sad.

[@NcrXnbi]

I also heard this story, but it was with Death and some demons that join the game to get more players. It was awesome.

[@noyou9379]

@@NcrXnbi that sounds about right

[@wolf2403]

@@NcrXnbi I was scared for the dm when he said that he would come back with some beers, because I thought he said peers and the dm would be playing with the 4 horsemen of the apocalypse.

[@RJ-1580]

Same

[@DragonGunzDorian]

V2 Electric Boogaloo needs to be a real thing.

[@bastianpiandersen758]

DM: a new player is joining us next week NEXT WEEK Death: hi guys

[@mihaiioc.3809]

everyone: *scared stare* Death: i brought beer everyone: welcome to the table

[@conradshtock3039]

Party: *sweating intensifies* Death: I brought snacks Party: *sweating reduces*

[@sidethatburns3741]

Dm:she's female Bard: I roll to suduce

[@droolhd]

I loved when death stopped cheating with his die rolls!

[@brockkelly4841]

Hey guys this is my friend Death he’ll be joining us.

[@satansbarman]

Oh cool, where did you guys meet? What does he do? 🥴

[@Netreek]

Awesome. Oh Death. Can you give a message to my parents and tell them I miss them. Thanks.

[@demolisherman1763]

*paniced screaming from rest of party*

[@gingergrant1057]

When the DM wants to play a different campaign.

[@smirk-in-progress4800]

Oh snap, he better have some ballsy friends.

[@allthingsdnd]

Death and DnD? Are you kidding me? Well, not to our writer who wrote this amazing story. Trust me, Dante will give tough competition to Astoshan and Onyxia ;) What do you think?

[@johnnysizemore5797]

My only problem with Dante's player(Death) is that it's blatantly obvious that he's cheating like an motherhumper with the dice at the beginning, otherwise great story so far....

[@sewpkan1297]

this could be a story that joins tales of onyxia and astoshan, and goes on an epic adventure, fighting the wrongs of evil liches, mad kings, and even tiamat.

[@allthingsdnd]

We’ll need a Dante, Astoshan and Onyxia crossover then? 🤔

[@mollymauk4313]

My avatar is based off of a dnd character named MollyMauk Tealeaf but he died in the campaign.

[@sewpkan1297]

@@allthingsdnd it's not needed but if someone writes a story with all of them, and it's good, it would be pretty epic.

[@GreaterGrievobeast55]

**WAIT A MINUTE** THIS SEEMS....familiar wasn’t this one of your first videos? *does a little Charleston* YIRBEL LIVES!

[@allthingsdnd]

It was a short adaptation of the similar concept, this is much different and much more detailed. You'll love it.

[@ernestlam5632]

I liked the drier, somber nature of the 1st story.

[@ares1zz921]

So he did do this one before?

[@tavnazian4613]

I was thinking the same thing

[@Patientsolution]

Yeah I was thinking the exact same thing. Not gonna ruin the ending. I only just started the video so it might be entirely different.

[@kisukagante3145]

I love the death in this story. He's so funny.

[@allthingsdnd]

Dante the Bard is a gem.

[@thegradyfiles]

I’m pretty sure Dante the raven Queen

[@amberlyveil8856]

Death as bard.. SOUL MUSIC REFERENCE! Thank you Sir Pratchett

[@koryh9802]

Honestly, i think andrew is still gonna die, but i think death is gonna let him off the hook with the punishment and be general buds in a way, like a "hey im off work, wanna head to the bar?" Kinda deal

[@jasoncorrrigan1920]

You will like the ending this is one of my favourite stories

[@renarddubois940]

Well if they keep playing , it can take a very long time before he dies

[@jasoncorrrigan1920]

@@renarddubois940 :)

[@ninja-ed8mj]

Can you imagine just going to your regular dnd section and the dm is like"we got a new player" and this goth looking character valks in. And the dm is like "this is literal deth" and he plays a frickin BARD

[@crystalzesthub6984]

Right, that is a miniboss, not the BBEG, so technically, if dante kills the BBEG, Death win, if dante died, Andrew win Oh, how very, very interesting... Please add the god of everything

[@Halford_Steel]

I had an idea for a campaign instead of like a group cultists summing a god. It's a group of artifacters trying to build a god and the party can either attempt to stop them from getting the parts they need or helping them.

[@Lady-Durza-Nightshade-Black]

I love it! Do it and keep us updated :D

[@DellikkilleD]

scp 001 the broken god? =)

[@acurlyjew]

Warforged follow a religion called The Becoming God so if you wanted an easy way to integrate it into your world then use the Eberron stuff ✨

[@NosferatuWickedTTRPG]

"I do play a mean boneharp" TERRY PRATCHETT INTENSIFIES

[@apgirl7454]

Love the SCP-1762 reference in the background XD

[@llamallamapajama9571]

Wayhta go scps!

[@kavanar6328]

One of the best D&D stories I have ever heard, loved it, thanks.

[@jesusalex2932]

I hope death becomes a avatar of death in the end.

[@Z.O.M.G]

On the back ground wall is a painting with here be dragons writen on it Scp fans -crying cat face

[@calebpermenter4044]

I know right :,(

[@cjdd8184]

I'm glad you caught it! I love adding little details just for me in the art I do for the channel. I also make a cameo, as I modeled the DM after myself

[@DragonGunzDorian]

Here were dragons... *ugly crying*

[@TheEventHorizon909]

Z.O.M.G OW RIGHT IN THE FEELS

[@realtheuhh]

Here were Dragons

[@FordPrefict42]

First Edition rules in the module I owned had a chapter for this story. There is no winning or losing in D&D. It is an ongoing saga. If your character dies, simply roll a new one up. My very Christian mother was scared to let me play until I highlighted and showed her THOSE very words. It took her by surprise that I had dispelled the myths about the game openly.

[@AliceIzuragi6291]

the title reminds me of doom and destiny where a guy named destiny tricked death into playing D&D and has become immortal because as per the deal. death cant claim his soul until he beats him in D&D. but you cant beat the dungeon master.

[@MrThedud33]

But you can! Not been paying attention to all stories? In one of the stories the player basically becomes the DM through ingenious playing.

[@AliceIzuragi6291]

@@MrThedud33 i know that but i guess i didnt bring that up with my explanation. however tho what if the person has never even heard of D&D before. they probably wouldnt even attempt with when they have the thought in mind of "beating" the dm. when you try to beat something. usually you dont try to become them. and that is how destiny has kept death playing doom and destiny for so long. also speaking of that game it has a shit ton of references.

[@Boby_McBobus]

"This is a story from one of our viewers!"

[@cealvan8941]

Love to idea of a DM pulling a Scheherazade on death himself

[@Srksius2802]

This almost sounds like a Terry Prachet story

[@Eisendrache2]

It's lovely to see, how Death cheated in their first session (rolling max dieces) and started playing fair at the second session. And him seeing a NAT 20 without cheating made it so great.

[@codysonic1]

Death is a part of fate…so he might have a small control over fate such as dice rolls

[@rednecromancer2579]

This series hooked me on my passion for D&D. It came out right as I was watching D&D content on this channel, & while it’s been a long time since I got into it, & it had almost faded from my memory, this holds a special place in my heart. Whoever’s reading this, have a nice rest of your day.

[@jessesmith4167]

I'm just picturing Discworld's Death Character playing this game, with his typical sardonic amusement

[@Cha0s009]

I REMEMBER THIS! This was one of your first videos. I remember it made me cry. Though I don’t remember it being in parts.

[@allthingsdnd]

This one’s much completely different from the initial story though, you’ll like it better 🙃

[@Cha0s009]

All Things DnD I look forward seeing how it goes! I always love your videos.

[@Cha0s009]

All Things DnD Yep. Like all the others, I loved it. It reminded so much of how I was first introduced to D&D. Not the whole betting my life thing, but the way I was hesitant and confused at the beginning and then completely into by my character by the end of my first game. It’s a memory I’ll always cherish and this video makes me look back on it with even more fondness.

[@jeremiahlewis410]

I just have to say, that opening, I remember watching your channel for all of them. Very good memories. And now, eagerly looking forward to part 2.

[@Ray-pw9vi]

This is the most wholesome story of a beginner really getting into D&D this competes for my top spot in stories i can't wait for the next 2 entries

[@kittykat8587]

This story was well done! i very much enjoyed this and look forward to more! the stories hear always bring a smile (or tear when it calls for it) to my face and love sharing them with my husband! keep up the great work!

[@ticonofruger573]

All Things DnD mentioned Brandon Sanderson! MY LIFE IS COMPLETE!!!

[@mikamo]

3:20 bone harp? Cmon. Trombone. Jeez.

[@conhaz9832]

He's not sans lol

[@mikamo]

con haz never played it. I know, sue me lol. Uhhhh bone instrument pun that’s not trombone...xylobone?

[@conhaz9832]

@@mikamo that's pretty 'humourous' xD

[@conhaz9832]

@@mikamo and damn that's criminal Undertale is fantastic

[@mikamo]

con haz I’ve heard, I’m just too dang poor. No TV or computer or anything. Just my phone. One of these days, I’m just gonna watch a LP so I can actually understand the jokes lol

[@estavel117]

Tfw you befriend death by tricking him into playing a technically unwinnable game

[@llamallamapajama9571]

"a 6, a 6, and another 6" me:"HMMMMMM"

[@joelcrafter43]

"little blue flames dance around her eye sockets" *megalovania intensifies*

[@Jfreek5050]

How does one deal with staring death himself in the face? DM: Roll a D20

[@The_Lost_Anomaly]

Aww this is wholesome, thank you for this! ♡

[@cadensawyer6593]

Honestly I think this is one of the greatest stories you have told ever. To the writer great story. To you great job telling it.

[@roonosciroon8341]

0:26 Earnests Hemingway himself once said “Good writers create, great writers steal” so I think you’re fine bud.

[@alexandreneto6804]

That's a really dope story! I think death won't kill him because, if the players have fun, the DM always wins.

[@perrycaddauan]

8:43 made me start wheezing at work. I had to tell coworkers that I'm listening to a story

[@megadragonking546]

I remember reading the story a while back but your narration is on point is always

[@Aeonsteel]

Love the Stormlight Archive series! Glad to see you do too!

[@DFRKHW]

This makes me want to have a dm do a one shot for each individual pc at the beginning of a campaign in order to flesh out the rp and stuff. And really makes that pc feel like they are coming into their own. Rhatd be awesome

[@drewconic9209]

I honestly love this! I got chills listening to this!

[@Talestale]

Please continue this story I heard a short version of it and i would love hearing it from your nice soothing voice

[@michaelcarlton1484]

This is a classic one

[@ghostkaiser1716]

This was a great start to a three-part story. Tell your friend he is a great writer, I've just downloaded the book. WHo's next to join the party? A Tiefling, Aasimar? It's just getting good!

[@MidwayWuzzupman]

I remember this old story and I could not ask for a better story to hear tonight

[@Shadic24367]

I read this story in a summarized form a few times like 2 years ago, glad to see a more in depth version

[@wind369]

This shall be a epic tale on a spectral scale

[@OmegaDeman]

This was a great story. I'm looking forward to the next part(s).

[@dakotaborquez1762]

When you have death hooked on dungeons and dragons and he himself legitimately enjoying it with out cheating.

[@AliceDeBois]

"Here be dragons" 😿

[@DARKESTMAGICIAN]

Death brings beer lol. That's awesome

[@roszettatolliver4358]

I'm unironically only halfway through this right but I have a strong feeling that this dungeon master is a mortal now because you don't just win a game of dungeons and dragons if this ship will go on forever

[@sign_12scorpio78]

This story broke so many walls..

[@ryangolden2280]

Thought he would be a shadow sorcer who worshipped the ravin queen

[@aramildarksabre2724]

I love this video, I now know for certain what game I'll challenge death to if he gives me the choice. :)

[@tgp2997]

This is amazing and had me very hooked from the start truly it is an amazing story

[@NinaJnoland]

Clever story! Well written! More plz!!! Lol!

[@dysfunctionalcaterpillar790]

Just realized something very poetic: at 13:45 Death says "I have come this far; there is no turning back now!". He's talking about the game, but he could just as easily be talking about his friendship with the DM. And the dagger he obtained could be interpreted as their friendship in a corporal, tangible form. Very poetic.

[@awsomeoish]

The thought of death getting into character is amazing

[@CeroToTheFace]

such a great story so far!!! cant wait for part 2!

[@noneofyourbuisness1679]

I love how giddy Death becomes as he plays XD

[@haseoyamazaki8897]

Love it, can't wait for more of the Reaper playing DnD.

[@michaelb1047]

This ended more wholesome that I thought it would ☺️

[@Gameguy5289]

Oh man I remember this story! This stuff is GOOD! You guys will enjoy it!

[@Random240.]

I just realized the “HERE BE DRAGONS” box on the wall, and almost cried D’:

[@queenyokoofkei3257]

that was a really cool short story, and that was a fantastic dramatic reading.

[@davidjohnson6665]

Gosh, this takes playing with death to a whole new level

[@peytonkennedy9987]

Omg I loved this, despite being about the literal grim reaper I thought it was so wholesome! I cant wait for part two!

[@theredking1569]

This has to be one of the best I've heard on here so far.

[@christopherabbott3484]

That was nice. I thoroughly enjoyed that.

[@DustyTheKitty]

2:50 was... anyone else expecting a rogue at the end of that? I know I was..

[@Skullmiser]

He didn't get max rolls on the second session... That makes me happy.

[@RainyDaiz69]

Death seems like a chill guy

[@LeonJagerWulf]

This is one of my favorite stories! I read it a while ago and it is so amazing! Not going to spoil it, however it gets even better from here on out. Hope everyone enjoys watching it as much as I did reading it! :D

[@CGOLChris]

That actually is a really good idea to have Death play for your soul! Because a campaign can last for years, and even then it doesn't truly end because more campaigns can be added onto it! Not to mention if Dante ever dies, Death would lose and he'll get to live anyway!

[@TheeGlobFather]

that one moment when death is a murder hobo.

[@TheWolfDelta]

I’m already familiar with this story, but I can’t wait for the next 2 parts

[@brutaleditor1197]

These videos are getting better and better

[@Apollo_2]

This is by far my favorite one of your vids

[@709mash]

I love clever ways of meta gaming like this. It's good fun, and a way to have a good one off for a good laugh.

[@voidfloof]

"Hey, it's me, Death! And I brought BEER!!"

[@TheTrueBrawler]

I was genuinely scared for a minute after watching the part at 1:32. The noise made me think something was happening outside IRL.

[@demolisherman1763]

I love that Astoshan is the last scene on the teaser

[@TrueSkullLeader]

Well, this twist took the match on "The seventh seal" into a very interesting direction.

[@Overthinker89]

When the plug is for a book you already love! 👍

[@droman608]

Bill & Ted’s Most Excellent Adventure! Now in D&D format! 😎 #awesome

[@TheIcyPanda]

Death turning into a Saturday morning cartoon character is pretty great.

[@FlyingDominion]

8:55 Dry erase? Nooo! He'll ruin the battle mat! You ALWAYS use wet erase.

[@thesenate5291]

Only the Discworld Death would play a bard.....

[@JixxarEntropy]

you know when you get death exited you've done a good job

[@Zemdo]

It was a very good listen can't wait till the next

[@gleegoo8889]

The way of kings is great though! I highly recommend all of Brandon Sanderson’s books. The series is stormlight archives, and it goes: The way of kings Words of radiance Oathbringer I also recommend mistborn which goes: The final empire The well of ascension The hero of ages And there’s a lot of other books written by him, they’re all pretty good!