CURSE OF STRAHD | Currently Level 7
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
"Curse of Strahd" beckons you into a world of gothic horror, where shadows whisper of forgotten lore and a brooding menace hangs in the air. Amidst the ancient, storm-wracked walls of Castle Ravenloft, the vampire Count Strahd von Zarovich schemes in the heart of his foreboding domain. As thunder roars and lightning illuminates the twisted spires, you and your party of adventurers find yourselves drawn into the Count's deadly web of intrigue. Strahd, a figure of chilling power and tragic despair, awaits your arrival with chilling anticipation. Will you succumb to the terrifying allure of his dark plan, or can you unravel the secrets of this cursed land and free it from its eternal night? In this epic tale of bravery and dread, remember, the master of Ravenloft is having guests for dinner. You are cordially invited.
Game style
Rules as Written (RaW)
Games that are ran “Rules as Written” emphasize realism and stick to the letter of the rules, allowing players to explore creative solutions while still operating under a consistent rule set. Players have the ability to utilize the rules in creative ways to create awesome characters and moments in the game.
Roleplay Heavy
“Roleplay Heavy” games place the focus on the story, the characters, and the world they live within, and tend to lean hard into the various roleplaying elements of the game. These games will frequently find the party talking with NPCs, exploring the personal elements of their backstories, or even having emotional moments around the camp fire.
Survive the mists and a vampiric tyrant in a battle of wits in Barovia.
5.0
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2 years on StartPlaying
1887 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Storytelling
Average response time: 2 hours
Response rate: 100%
Additional details
How to prepare
💬 Discord: Ensure you have access to Discord and a good quality mic. 🎲 D&D Basics: Familiarity with D&D 5e rules is a plus, but not essential. New players are welcome and guidance will be provided. 📖 Character Sheets: Use D&D Beyond for creating and managing your character sheets. 🧠 Mindset: Bring your imagination and a cooperative spirit for a fun, engaging storytelling experience!
What I provide
What I'll Bring to Our Tabletop Adventure: 📚 D&D Beyond Content: You'll have access to all official D&D sourcebooks and adventure modules. Character sheets and resources will be available and easily accessible to enhance our game sessions. 🎨 Creative Storytelling and Ambient Music: Expect a rich, immersive narrative enhanced with ambient music to set the mood and deepen the gaming experience. 🤖 Tactical and Intense Combat: Prepare for strategically challenging encounters. I aim to balance tactical depth with fast-paced action to keep combat exciting and engaging. 🗺️ Custom Maps and Tokens: Visual aids like custom maps and tokens will be used to enrich your understanding of the environment and help track your adventures visually. 🎲 Rule of Cool: I embrace the Rule of Cool, prioritizing fun and dramatic moments over strict adherence to rules. 📖 Third-Party Sourcebooks and Custom Crafting Rules: Open to using third-party content to enrich the game, provided it enhances our adventure and maintains game balance. Additionally, custom crafting rules will be available to allow more personalized gear and items.
Gameplay details
🚫 Lines and Veils: We'll define clear lines (topics off-limits) and veils (topics to address indirectly) to ensure everyone's comfort. 🚪 Open Door Policy: Your well-being is important. Feel free to step away from the game if needed. ✅ Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist: We'll use this checklist to align on themes and scenarios, respecting everyone's boundaries. 🎲 Our sessions will unfold on Discord, with DND Beyond for character management. We prioritize fun, inclusivity, and respectful interaction, fostering a creative and cooperative atmosphere.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Lines and Veils
• Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist
• Open Door
• Session 0
• Stars and Wishes
How will character creation work
🤝 Session Zero Collaboration: We'll collaboratively create characters during our session zero. 💻 Platform: Characters will be created using D&D Beyond. 📚 Source Material: All D&D 5E sourcebooks available on D&D Beyond can be used. 🛠️ Character Creation Assistance: I'm here to help you craft a character that fits both your vision and our campaign’s theme. Let’s bring your hero to life together!. ✨ Personal Touch: Encouraged to bring your own unique ideas and creativity to your character's story and abilities.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
High
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Beginner
Platforms used
• D&D Beyond
• Discord
• Owlbear Rodeo
$35.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Tuesday - 10:00 AM UTC
3-3 Hour duration
5 / 6 Seats filled
Requirements
Experience required: Beginner
Age: 18+