In Her Shadows | LGBTQIA+ Beginner friendly | level 1 to 12
A dark queen rules from her castle high above the mists—ageless, brilliant, and hungry. You are a trespasser—uninvited, watched, and wanted.
$15.00
/ Session
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Bi-weekly / Sunday - 11:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
5 / 6 Seats Filled
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Meet your party members
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About the adventure
In In Her Shadows, you decide what kind of legend you’ll become in cursed Barovia: a hero who fights for the helpless, a villain who embraces the darkness, a trespasser just trying to survive, or something stranger still. The choices you make have consequences — alliances form, betrayals sting, and the fate of villages and souls shifts around you. This is my reimagining of the beloved Curse of Strahd, a modern take that uplifts women, embraces diversity and inclusion, and puts characters — yours and mine — at the heart of the story. More than a retelling, this is a campaign I’ve heavily rewritten with new story arcs, reimagined NPCs, and unique twists that make Barovia unlike any you’ve seen before. We’ll start with a Session 0 to create characters, review rules, and set safety tools so everyone has a fun and respectful environment. Over the years I’ve found that Curse of Strahd’s sandbox, while rich, can sometimes make it hard for characters to bring their personal stories into the heart of Barovia. To fix this, I’ve developed a way to seamlessly weave your backstories into the existing arcs, so your past naturally collides with the land’s curses, powers, and NPCs. You may not understand your full history at first, but as the campaign unfolds, the truth of who you are — and how you’re bound to Barovia — emerges in surprising, dramatic ways. Your backstory isn’t just included, it drives the story forward. Step into the curse, and discover what kind of legend you were meant to be.
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Meet the Game Master
5.0
(9)
1 year on StartPlaying
45 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Sets the Mood
About me
✨ Greetings, adventurers! My name is Jane (She/Her) 🌞 By day, I am a full time biochemist that explores the realms of science 🌙 By night, I become a passionate Dungeon Master, crafting magical D&D experiences. 🏰 Unique Adventures: I create homebrew worlds with rich lore and run gender-bent modules like Curse of Strahd, transforming tropes into empowering stories. 🎓 Experienced DM: With years of experience and a teaching background, I bring organization and clear communication to every session. 🎭 Flexible Gameplay: Whether deep roleplaying or strategic combat, I tailor adventures to fit your preferences. 🌈 Respectful Environment: I prioritize a welcoming space where all players feel valued. 🔮 Epic Themes: Explore dark worlds, high-fantasy quests, or light-hearted adventures. ⚔️ Engaging Sessions: Balanced storytelling, combat, and character development. 🗺️ Visual Immersion: Custom maps and AI tools like ChatGPT enhance the game. ❌ Safety Tools: Lines and Veils, X-cards, Open Door.
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Creating your character
• In our first session, we will go over character creation, campaign expectations, and introduce the setting and major NPCs. For experienced players, you are welcome to bring your own charters, for the new players I will go over the DnD and beyond charter creator and will guide through the entire process. • AI Art Image Generator: I use AI art image generators to help players create their D&D characters and NPCs exactly as they envision them, providing personalized and unique character portraits.
Step into the mists of Barovia, where the land is steeped in gothic horror, tragic legends, and dangerous hope. Our brave band of adventurers is seeking one more companion to stand against the darkness. 🗡 Current Party (Level 9): • Nadja (Selune aasimar priestess with celestial wings) — devoted healer and spiritual anchor • Charlie (ferret-folk rogue) — sneaky scout with a mischievous streak • Mini Minaj (dwarf rogue wearing a pizza-slice mask) — fast-talking, fast-stabbing troublemaker • Alarick (human paladin with a loyal golden lab companion) — sturdy frontline protector • Zozzem (elf ranger, swarmkeeper with flying trinket/coin swarm) — versatile ranged expert
What to expect
Preparing for the session
1. Discord Account: For voice communication (video is encouraged but not required for better connection among players). 2. D&D Beyond Account: We will use D&D Beyond for character sheet management and content sharing. 3. Microphone: Clear communication is essential, so make sure you have a working microphone. 4. Familiarity with Basic Rules: Familiarize yourself with the basic rules of Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition. 5. Foundry VTT: Check out this tutorial on how to use Foundry VTT: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ja88yRVQmck
What Jane brings to the table
Virtual Tabletop (VTT): • Platform: The game will be hosted online on Discord. • We will use Foundry VTT, utilizing detailed custom maps from Beneos. They are a very cool small German indie publisher specializing in the TTRPG content. • Music specifically composed for Curse of Strahd by composed by Travis Savio (https://www.patreon.com/rpgmusicmaker) and Marc-André Boucher (https://www.patreon.com/mabmusicttrpg) D&D Beyond: • Content Sharing: All players will have access to my D&D Beyond content library, including sourcebooks, supplements, and adventures. • Character Sheets: We will use D&D Beyond for character sheet management, ensuring a seamless and integrated gameplay experience.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Internet
Microphone
Webcam
Headphones
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Safety
How Jane creates a safe table
Safety Tools: • Lines and Veils Document: Before Session 0, I will send a link to a Lines and Veils document where players can anonymously indicate content they want to avoid (Lines) and content they want to fade to black (Veils). • X, N, & O Cards: During sessions, we will utilize integrated Foundry VTT safety module, that will allow you to use safety cards at any moment directly on screen. • Check-ins and Aftercare: At the end of each session, we will have a brief check-in to discuss how everyone felt about the session. This is an opportunity to address any concerns and ensure everyone leaves the game feeling positive. Ongoing Communication: • Players can reach out to me between sessions with any concerns or feedback. Open and respectful communication is encouraged to maintain a healthy and enjoyable gaming environment.
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