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DREAD A Homebrew Horror Adventure | 2024 Rules | Level 12

DREAD A Homebrew Horror Adventure | 2024 Rules | Level 12

Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign

About the adventure

Adventure Level: 1 - 20 Welcome, brave adventurers, to the mysterious world of DREAD, a modern-day Dungeons & Dragons adventure with a twist. Set in the eerie atmosphere of the Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft. Prepare yourselves for a journey unlike any other as you step into the shoes of ordinary guests, lured into a web of horror and suspense within the infamous house of the Halvhrest family, renowned for their contributions to horror, sci-fi, and noir literature since the 1800s. Your journey begins innocently enough as you and your fellow travelers arrive at the Halvhrest estate, having booked your stay through a modern platform like Airbnb. The grandeur of the mansion is imposing, yet inviting, with its historic charm and a promise of an unforgettable experience. Little do you know, however, that darkness lurks beneath the surface of this seemingly idyllic retreat. Upon your arrival, you are greeted by Theodora Halvhrest, a descendant of the illustrious family and the current custodian of the estate. Her presence exudes an air of mystery, reminiscent of the literary legends associated with her surname. As night descends and dinner is served, conversation flows freely, and you find yourselves enchanted by Theodora's tales of her family's legacy. But as the hours pass and shadows lengthen, the atmosphere shifts, and subtle hints of unease begin to permeate the air. Strange occurrences disrupt the tranquility of the night, and whispers of dark secrets echo through the halls of the mansion. Soon, it becomes apparent that you are not alone in this ancestral home, and malevolent forces conspire to ensnare you in their grasp. As the night wears on, you must rely on your wits, courage, and camaraderie to unravel the mysteries of the Halvhrest estate and confront the horrors that lie in wait. Every corner holds a new threat, every shadow conceals a sinister truth, and only by facing your fears head-on can you hope to survive until dawn. Will you emerge triumphant, defying the odds and escaping the clutches of darkness? Or will you become another tragic tale in the annals of the Halvhrest family's grim legacy? The choice is yours, adventurers, but remember: in the world of DREAD, nothing is as it seems, and danger lurks around every corner. Brace yourselves for a night of terror unlike any other, for the Halvhrest estate holds secrets that may never see the light of day.

Game style

Rule of Cool (RoC)

“Rule of Cool” emphasizes creative story beats over sticking to a system’s rules as written. Players have the ability to push the limits of the rules or even break core rule mechanics at times if the Game Master thinks it is interesting, fun, or cool enough.

Party notes

Every Saturday (Weekly) NOW USING 2024 CHARACTERS

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Response rate: 100%

Additional details

How to prepare

Will they need a webcam? NO Will they need a Mic? YES Will they need to read the rules ahead of time? YES Will they need to create characters? We would discuss on character creation when being created Will they need install software? Have Discord account Foundry VTT account and DND beyond account Will players need to bring their own dice and printout of their character sheet? Everything will be on Foundry VTT and for character sheets it would be on DND Beyond

What I provide

I will be giving handouts on discord. For maps and Illustration it will be on Foundry VTT. Music will be on Discord and Foundry VTT for SFX Hours of Prep Crazy Shenanigan's

Gameplay details

SESSION 0 First Hour: We will make your character and talk about the game Second Hour and onwards: Play some Dungeons & Dragons If it is your first session, you will need to meet with the DM either an hour before the start of the game, or on another day (feel free to message first to sort out the details). Easy to understand combat with encouragement of improv as I would award players with Inspiration if it is really good out of the box thinking. We will also go over the boundaries of gameplay as this is a horror / psychological campaign.

Content warnings

Safety tools used

Aftercare

Breaks

Debriefing

Lines and Veils

Open Door

Session 0

X, N, and O Cards

How will character creation work

We will discuss what race and class you are when the event happens but you will start human. Will explain in session 0 Discord Server - Go over server rules under #info-rules DND beyond and Foundry VTT (The Forge) Link will be provided when you join server. We will go over background that would fit the theme of the module All stat rolls will be done in the discord server. You will create your character on DND Beyond and I will import it to Foundry VTT. I would ask you during game to import your characters from DND beyond to foundry when you receive items, learned new spells or when you lvl up your character.

Players can expect

Combat / Tactics

Medium

Roleplay

Medium

Puzzles

Medium

Experience level

Open to all

Platforms used

Foundry VTT

D&D Beyond

Discord

FULL
$20.00

/ Session

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

Details

Weekly / Sunday - 3:30 AM UTC

Jun 15 / Session 34

3-4 Hour Duration

6 / 6 Seats Filled

Schedule

Sun, Jun 15 | 3:30 AM - Session 34

Sun, Jun 22 | 3:30 AM - Session 35

Sun, Jun 29 | 3:30 AM - Session 36

Requirements

Experience required: Open to all

Age: 18+