The Guild DND & TTRPG

FAQs

How do I join/learn more?

The Guild runs a shared-universe DND campaign comprised of one-shots. This means that games are not traditionally fixed table rosters as one might expect but rather are drop-in/drop-out style one-shots as part of an interconnected story that boasts over 70 players.

Games are run by our illustrious Guild Masters as well as a rotating cast of guest Dungeon Masters on a regular schedule of (weather permitting) Tuesdays, Wednesdays, Thursdays and Saturdays - with some Fridays for special events!

To begin, you'll need to have an in-house character rolled up. We create these either during scheduled character creation days or with the help of one of our Guild Masters. Character creation days and intro games for beginner players are posted in our TTRPG channels; see the roles in the Channels & Roles section to set your TTRPG role and access these channels.

When you're ready to play or learn more, simply tag the @Guild Master role in our New Player channel (new-player) on discord and a GM will poof in to assist you get you all set up for your first game.

**LINK TO DISCORD SERVER: https://discord.com/invite/VD5EBPezc5

Once you've got your in-house character with a GM and are ready to join the campaign, head back to Channels & Roles to get your "DND One-shots (Campaign 2)" role - @Outriders-and get those math rocks out!

NOTE: Players are expected to familiarize themselves with the player Code of Conduct and sign this when arriving to play their first game. This document stipulates that we are an open, inclusive, and supportive community - please see the rules channel for more information.

How do I run my own games?

Anyone is welcome to post in the boardgame-looking-for-group forum channel for board games or the one specifically for the TTRPG role (ttrpg-looking-for-group ) and self-organize a game. Whether it's DaD or any other TTRPG, you and your fellow players just pay the usual game fee at the register up front and find a good spot to get comfy; if there isn't a scheduled game running in the back room or one scheduled to start while your game is going on, you're also more than welcome to use the back room's gaming table!

Where can I find those handbooks/the DM code of conduct?

They are on the FAQ channel of our discord. Join Discord today by clicking on the link :

How do I become a DM at the Guild?

We are not currently adding more guest DM's to our roster however should this change in the future please stay tuned in the ttrpg-updates channel or guild-general-news. At the very least, we recommend you play a few games with the community beforehand and introduce yourself to the Guild Masters so you get a feel for the setting they ve constructed and the tone of the players and sessions.

NOTE: As a DM or GM at the Guild for any official game, you will first need to read and sign the Code of Conduct.

Where can I give feed back to the owners as a D&D player?

You can always reach out to the owners via discord or email them at gunksgamingguild@gmail.com -but there's this handy dandy feedback form located in the FAQ channel of our discord

I'm new to the server - why can't I post yet?

As a safety and security feature to avoid bots and spam, we have enabled a 10-minute wait period for new members to ensure you're human.

We're sorry for the inconvenience but hey, if you were a computer, ten minutes is hardly any time at all, right?

_ Have a question not covered here or encountered a problem? Tag @server Mod and someone will come and help!

Meet the Guild Masters:

Jessica

Jessi is a writer from New Paltz who started playing D&D five years ago to help bring fantasy stories to life. As a GM at the guild, she’s committed to running neuro-inclusive games to show everyone has a place in D&D, even if you’re new or nervous about a bustling new social environment. Her main campaign 2 arc has focused on influences from 19th century China and eldritch horror.

Simon Clément

Simon has been living in New Paltz for a couple years now, after spending the last 15 years between France and the US. He started playing TTRPGs, including DND, 15 years ago, and has been DMing for 5 years. Having only played or DMed home-made settings, until joining the Guild last year, he didn't know any official DND lore or story, showing it is really not a prerequisite to join!

Simon's plotlines are often relatively down-to-earth, centered around political intrigue and classic fantasy themes, and he is known for running (very) challenging fights. Also, for some reason, his NPCs all have a French accent...

Alice Hoagland

Alice is a southern trans woman who still own's her 3rd edition D&D starter set. As a GM she champions creating a safe and inviting space for Queer and Femme presenting players. Her Campaign 2 plotlines involve heavy use of gothic and undead themes (Liches, Vampires, Wights and Zombies... so many Zombies) through dungeon crawls, puzzles and intense combat!

Rafael Colón

Some Boricua who found his way into D&D after first playing Pathfinder with friends many moons ago. I love films, anime, and, video games so I've grabbed a lot of my narrative inspirations/themes/symbols from those mediums. As a GM I've been passionate in running sessions with elements that involve political intrigue, strategy, navel, exploration, "Kaiju"/Mech battles and moral philosophy.

Rob Egan

Rob lives in New Paltz with his wife and two daughters and they are a family of dice goblins. He started playing D&D in May 2020 and instantly connected with the hobby. He's been a professional DM for two years and enjoys the collaborative and improvisational nature of D&D.

When he's not running games at the Guild Rob also co-hosts a YouTube channel, Boss Battles, where he takes D&D live play and smashes it together with Sports Commentary...kind of.


2 Year Anniversary Party
Sep
21

2 Year Anniversary Party

Helle Lovely People!

As we approach our two-year anniversary, we’re planning a celebration that we hope will be an ode to the guild and everything we’ve built together. We would love for you to be a part of it! There will be games, live music, vendors, and prizes to come! It is a great way to come out, meet our community, and see what we have going on every week! The main focus of the anniversary party is to celebrate the incredible community we’ve all built together, and to share it with others who might not yet know what makes our space so special.

After the party, we will be hosting a latte art throw down, with a bunch of different local cafes! The competition will be livestreamed, and it’s sure to be a great time!

We want to express out endless gratitude for you all. We do what we do because of you and it means the world to know that we have created something so special togehter.

Date: Saturday September 21st

Event Vendors, Games, Prizes, Samples: 12-5pm

Live Music: 1-4

Latte Art Throw Down Ice Breaker Gaming: 6:00pm


Latte Art Throw Down Kick Off: 7pm 



FREE GAMING ALL DAY!!!

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Paint & SIp
Sep
6

Paint & SIp

Join us at Gunks Gaming Guild in New Paltz, NY for a paint and sip class! This session will be inspired by the beautiful piece created by Sam Crohn!

Sign up ASAP limited slots available!

Host: Sam Crohn

When: Friday September 6th from 6:00pm-8:00pm

Cost: $35/person

Whats Included: Small 2-3 Hr Group Lesson, 8x10 Masterpiece Created by You to Go Home, & 1 Drink!

*NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED*

P.S. We advise leaving 30 mins of “wiggle room” on each end of the event in order to prevent a delayed start and give extra space in case for you to finish things up in case the magic needs to keep flowing. The event will fully conclude by 9pm.

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Pride Paint & Sip
Jun
29

Pride Paint & Sip

Join us at Gunks Gaming Guild in New Paltz, NY for a paint and sip class! This session will be inspired by the beautiful piece created by Tara Platania aka Faithful Nerd and inspired by the aurora borealis in order to celebrate Pride. Sign up ASAP limited slots available!

Sign Up Form

Host: Tara Platania aka Faithful Nerd

When: Sat June 29th from 6:00pm-8:00pm

Cost: $35/person

Whats Included: Small 2-3 Hr Group Lesson, 8x10 Masterpiece Created by You to Go Home, & 1 Drink!

*NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED*

P.S. We advise leaving 30 mins of “wiggle room” on each end of the event in order to prevent a delayed start and give extra space in case for you to finish things up in case the magic needs to keep flowing. The event will fully conclude by 9pm.

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Queer Speed Friending
Jun
22
to Jun 23

Queer Speed Friending

🏳️‍🌈Queer Speed-Friending🏳️‍🌈

Come on down to Gunks Gaming Guild to make some new friends with a massive thing in common... that we are all sooo not straight lol 🍑

This event will be super ✨️introvert-friendly✨️ and will have funny little icebreakers and name tags! 🌈

It will only be $10 to enter. We will have one side of the cafe be for speed-friending rotating (seating for this is first come, first serve), and the other side of the cafe will be a fun and open queer mixer! 💗

Food and drinks will be available for purchase throughout the whole event! 🍕

DM me @juliesgirlsclub if you have any questions 💌

*All* gender identities and sexual orientations are welcomed! 🫶

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When: Saturday June 22nd 6:30-9:30pm

Where: The Guild @ 17 Church St. New Paltz NY 12561

Ticket: $10 @ Door

What To Expect:

-Speed Friending... speed dating but for friends who have one very important thing in common:), icebreakers provided

-Mixer to mingle with newly made friends

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Salsa On2 Workshop & Dance Party!
Jun
8

Salsa On2 Workshop & Dance Party!

Come through and dance the night away!! In honor of Pride, we’re cohosting a Salsa On2 workshop and dance party with our friend @cubanx__ and @riseoutside. Click link below for tickets!

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Salsa On2 Tickets

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When: June 8th

Where: Gunks Gaming Guild New Paltz, NY

Time: Salsa workshop 5pm-7pm Dance Party 7pm-10pm

How much:

  • Workshop and dance party $25

  • Workshop only: sliding scale donation from $15-25

  • Dance party only: $15

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About our amazing Instructor Luca:

Luca (they/them/theirs), is a trans-gender non-conforming artist that resides in Queens, New York. Luca has been trained in multiple genres of dance throughout their life. The style of Salsa On2 continues to be their favorite as it brings them back to their Cuban roots with New York influence. Luca is part of a queer and trans Salsa band collective: Las Mariquitas that uplifts and centers queer and trans communities. In this collective, Luca and another co-facilitator invite the audience to learn how to embody themselves in Salsa. Luca co-founded their own collective TGNCOn2, that focuses on facilitating spaces exclusively for TGNC-identified folks to learn SalsaOn2 in the safety and care of their own community. Luca has a vision that Salsa will become the catalyst of community as they teach Salsa through the lens of curiosity, decolonization of the body, consent and autonomy for all, especially for queer and trans bodies.

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Pride Disco Party Fundraiser
Jun
1

Pride Disco Party Fundraiser

No better a way to bring in Pride celebrations then with a disco party. Please join us for our first ever PRIDE DISCO PARTY!!!

When: Saturday June 1st, 5pm - Close

Where: 17 Church St. New Paltz NY 12561

Tickets: $10

What To Expect: 70’s Disco meets Queer Pop Music, Disco Dance Floor, Community Game Tables (come alone, meet new people, play together), Learn to Play (join a game master who will teach you how to play a new game), CornHole, Giant Jenga, Amazing People, Great Vibes, and Damn Good Coffee... other drinks shall be served as well!

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Paint & Sip
May
31

Paint & Sip

Join us at Gunks Gaming Guild in New Paltz, NY for a paint and sip class! This session will be inspired by the beautiful piece created by Bella Wild. Sign up ASAP limited slots available!

Host: Kat

When: May 31st 6:00-8:00

Cost: $35/person

What's Included: Small 2-3 Hr Group Lesson, 8x10 Masterpiece Created by You to Go Home, & 1 Drink!

*NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED*

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Bookish Banter & Brews
May
30

Bookish Banter & Brews

Come embark on our second Bookish Banter & Brews Reading Party where there will be silent reading, enriching discussion, delicious drinks, and beautiful connections.

When: Friday May 10th @6pm

Where: 17 Church St., New Paltz NY 12561

What to Bring: Your current read and yourself:) Journals and blankets are also welcome!

What to Expect: 2 rounds of 30 of mins silent reading then 30 mins of discussions! The structure is loose and accepting of all so you are welcome to read the entire time, journal during discussions, or have allow natural conversations to flow as they seem fit. All are welcome!

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Board Game Tournament
May
24

Board Game Tournament

Catan Board Gaming Tournament

When: Friday, April 26, 2024 6:00pm -9:00pm

Cost: $10/person

Join us at Gunks Gaming Guild in New Paltz, NY for our First Ever Catan Tournament! We will be starting off small, with a bracket of only 16 people! Hurry up to sign up before slots fill.

Sign Up Form

Host: Leah Pape

1st Place Prize: Gift Card

If you have a copy of Catan and wouldn't mind allowing it to be used in the tournament, we would greatly appreciate you bringing it in for use.

*NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED*

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Karaoke
May
17

Karaoke

Karaoke

Come join the party at our monthly Karaoke Night! All are welcome!

When: Friday May 17th from 6-9pm

Where: 17 Church St., New Paltz, NY 12561

Entry: $5/person

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90's Dance Party Fundraiser
May
11

90's Dance Party Fundraiser

Come join the party Saturday April 27th at 6pm for a club night at the Guild. We’ll be playing the greatest hits of the 90’s brought to you by DJ D(eb)Nice.

ALL Fundraising Proceeds will help us purchase new tables and chairs

Cover: $10

When: Mat 11th 2024

Where: 17 Church St., New Paltz, NY 12561

FUNDRAISING GOAL: $4,000

ANY PROCEEDS WILL GO TO GETTING NEW TABLES & CHAIRS FOR THE SPACE

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Bookish Banter & Brews
May
10

Bookish Banter & Brews

Come embark on our second Bookish Banter & Brews Reading Party where there will be silent reading, enriching discussion, delicious drinks, and beautiful connections.

When: Friday May 10th @6pm

Where: 17 Church St., New Paltz NY 12561

What to Bring: Your current read and yourself:) Journals and blankets are also welcome!

What to Expect: 2 rounds of 30 of mins silent reading then 30 mins of discussions! The structure is loose and accepting of all so you are welcome to read the entire time, journal during discussions, or have allow natural conversations to flow as they seem fit. All are welcome!

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Catan Board Gaming Tournament
Apr
26

Catan Board Gaming Tournament

Join us at Gunks Gaming Guild in New Paltz, NY for our First Ever Catan Tournament! We will be starting off small, with a bracket of only 16 people! Hurry up to sign up before slots fill.

Sign Up Form

Host: Leah Pape

6:00pm -9:00pm: $5/person

1st Place Prize: Gift Card

If you have a copy of Catan and wouldn't mind allowing it to be used in the tournament, we would greatly appreciate you bringing it in for use.

*NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED*

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Chess Club
Apr
25

Chess Club

Thursday, April 25th, 2024

6:00 PM 9:00 PM

Come join us for a night of chess and connection! For students, one purchase allows you to join the club for the night's endeavor.

No experience needed!

When: Friday April 25th at 6-9pm

Where: 17 Church St. New Paltz NY 12561

Cover: $5, One purchase required for Students ($5 donation recommended for purchase of additional boards)

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Karaoke
Apr
19

Karaoke

Come join the party at our monthly Karaoke Night! All are welcome!

When: Friday April 19th from 6-9pm

Where: 17 Church St., New Paltz, NY 12561

Entry: $5/person

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The Finer Things Writing Club
Apr
18

The Finer Things Writing Club

The Finer Things Writing Club aims to foster creativity, build connections among writers, and provide a platform for artists to be accountable for doing their work.

RSVP for the next meeting

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Our gatherings offer a flexible structure that encourages collaboration and sharing. We provide resources such as books, games, and prompts to help overcome writer's block and spark imagination. You can choose to workshop in person or virtually.

Bring your computer or notebook and pen/pencil!

We request $5 per person to support the café, use their WiFi, and hold the space -- when you arrive, let the cashier know you are here for the Writing Club and they will charge you the participation fee

Café drinks, alcohol, and snack items are also available for purchase at GGG

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Um, Actually!
Apr
13

Um, Actually!

"From Midgard to Middle Earth, nerds like a lot of things but there's something they love above all else and that is correcting people. You thought we were all spent but back by popular demand --"

"Um, actually nobody demanded..."

"That is technically correct. Okay, back by popular request --"

"Um, actually it wasn't 'popular' - it was only a few people."

"Okay fine: back by mild polite inquiry

-- pauses for interruption --

A night of interruptions, outbursts, and petty corrections awaits. Get ready for a bonus round! IT'S UM AC2UALLY!!!"

Sign-up Form to be posted April 1st @ 12pm

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Bookish Banter & Brews
Apr
12

Bookish Banter & Brews

Come embark on our second Bookish Banter & Brews Reading Party where there will be silent reading, enriching discussion, delicious drinks, and beautiful connections.

When: Friday April 12th @6pm

Where: 17 Church St., New Paltz NY 12561

What to Bring: Your current read and yourself:) Journals and blankets are also welcome!

What to Expect: 2 rounds of 30 of mins silent reading then 30 mins of discussions! The structure is loose and accepting of all so you are welcome to read the entire time, journal during discussions, or have allow natural conversations to flow as they seem fit. All are welcome!

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Chess Club
Apr
11

Chess Club

Come join us for a night of chess and connection! For students, one purchase allows you to join the club for the night's endeavor.

No experience needed!

When: Thursday April 11th at 6-9pm

Where: 17 Church St. New Paltz NY 12561

Cover: $5, Student one purchase

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Paint & Sip
Apr
5

Paint & Sip

Join us at Gunks Gaming Guild in New Paltz, NY for a paint and sip class! This session will be inspired by the beautiful piece created by Bella Wild. Sign up ASAP limited slots available!

Sign Up Form

Host: Bella Wild

6:00-8:00: $35/person

Whats Included: Small 2-3 Hr Group Lesson, 8x10 Masterpiece Created by You to Go Home, & 1 Drink!

*NO PRIOR EXPERIENCE NEEDED*

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The Finer Things Writing Club
Apr
4

The Finer Things Writing Club

The Finer Things Writing Club aims to foster creativity, build connections among writers, and provide a platform for artists to be accountable for doing their work.

Our gatherings offer a flexible structure that encourages collaboration and sharing. We provide resources such as books, games, and prompts to help overcome writer's block and spark imagination. You can choose to workshop in person or virtually.

Bring your computer or notebook and pen/pencil!

We request $5 per person to support the café, use their WiFi, and hold the space -- when you arrive, let the cashier know you are here for the Writing Club and they will charge you the participation fee

Café drinks, alcohol, and snack items are also available for purchase at GGG

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Ticket to Ride Tournament
Mar
29

Ticket to Ride Tournament

MUST COMPLETE SIGN UP FORM TO PLAY, THEY’RE ARE VERY LIMITED WALK IN’S AVAILABLE

Sign Up Form

Come join our second ever board gaming tournament. The game of the night will be a Ticket to Ride! There will be several rounds of gaming with a gift card prize for the winner! The event will run from 6pm to around 9pm! Come have some drinks and goodies and get ready to embark on this adventure!

Tournament Game: Ticket to Ride

When: Friday March 29th @6pm

Where: 17 Church St., New Paltz NY

Entry: $5

Prize: Gift Card

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Craft & Coffee- A Crafting Meet Up
Mar
22

Craft & Coffee- A Crafting Meet Up

Come join our first ever crafting meetup. All crafting, knitting, and crocheting is welcome and the hangout will be led by one of our amazing regulars Kat.

What to Bring: BYOC- Bring your own Crafts

When: Friday March 22nd @6pm

Where: 17 Church St., New Paltz NY

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