Curse of Strahd 🩸 She is the Ancient, HIGH Roleplay, Now Lv.5
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
You should join this gothic horror-themed campaign if you enjoy: 🔹 Celebration of powerful women 🔹 Nuanced character motivations and fears 🔹 Mystical symbolism including Tarot cards 🔹 Veteran GM specializing in the horror genre 🔹 Memorable NPCs with unique voice acting and body language 🔹 Optional music for maximum atmosphere 🔹 Living worlds where player choices matter 🔸 50% OFF Session 0! "She is the Ancient" is an award-winning variant of the epic, gothic adventure campaign, Curse of Strahd. It is structurally similar to the original, but swaps the gender of a majority of the NPCs including the central villain, in addition to other story improvements. ⬩ ────── ⬩🔹 ❖ 🔹⬩ ────── ⬩ What my players are saying: 🌟 "My first ever TTRPG game was with Jeremy and I've played four more with him since! …I absolutely recommend him for beginners if you enjoy a relaxed, easy-going atmosphere!" – Emily 🌟 "Jeremy’s knowledge of different systems as well as the principles of game design allows him to know exactly when/what tools to use … it always feels like everything the players do is meaningful." – Sean 🌟 "Jeremy was so relaxed and informative! He allowed for a lot of questions and conversation about moves while keeping the story engaging and progressive!! … 11/10 would recommend!" – Kniras
Game style
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.
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.
Currently our party includes: 🔹Human Paladin, Human Fighter, Human Rogue, Human Druid New character creation: 🔹Level 5, fixed HP 🔹Standard Array for ability scores 🔹Available classes: Barbarian, Bard, Cleric, Monk, Ranger, Sorcerer, Warlock, Wizard 🔹Species: Aasimar, Dragonborn, Dwarf, Elf, Gnome, Goliath, Halfling, Human, Orc, Tiefling 🔹Please only use subclasses and spells from Core 2024 book 🔹No homebrew, no partner content, no expanded content 🔹Use standard equipment packages instead of purchasing items with gold 🔹Add one +1 magic weapon or armor of your choice Misc: 🔹Make your character in D&D Beyond, and I will import into Foundry on my side 🔹Games will be on my private Foundry server; no download required 🔹I have a Google doc for capturing backstories. Please wait until you have access to this document before writing anything specific 🔹Please avoid "lone wolf" personalities; be a team player! 🔹For the best experience, please give me 2 hours notice prior to joining the campaign
1 year on StartPlaying
140 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Teacher
Additional details
How to prepare
🔹 Voice mic required 🔹 Webcam highly recommended (but not required) 🔹 Computer required (instead of mobile only) 🔹 Headphones or headset recommended 🔸 50% OFF Session 0! Beginners welcome! I am highly proficient in teaching the rules, and I love newcomers! If you haven't already, please create a free account on D&D Beyond. Players will convene in my private Discord server (invite link will be in your welcome email after you sign up), so please join the server and say hello! I will post character materials there, along with a link to the maps at my private Foundry server.
What I provide
I come with decades of knowledge spanning a multifarious range of RPG systems and editions. I believe in the motto "Roll Less, Do More," rather than letting complex rules slow things down. I am a voracious reader (fiction and nonfiction) and an aspiring RPG adventure writer myself. I'll bring some custom handouts, including professionally crafted maps and illustrations. My character voices are improving as of late! 😸 I'm great at listening to players and managing the spotlight effectively, offering helpful options, and saying "yes, and" in the most empowering way.
Gameplay details
Players can expect an emphasis on in-character roleplay, mood, and suspense. Some light mystery solving. A few short combats here and there, but nothing too heavy in general. During play, speak with NPCs and see what they know. Explore and interact with the environment. Come up with theories and test them! Ask questions (from me the GM and your fellow players), and have fun.
Content warnings
• Blood
• Death
• Violence
• Body Horror
• Mental Illness
• Alcohol Use
• Gore
Safety tools used
• Breaks
• Lines and Veils
• Session 0
• Stars and Wishes
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
I will have a number of premade characters available for anyone who needs something quick and easy. If you can make a standard *Level 1* character (Standard Array for stats), please let me know so I can quickly review your sheet in D&D Beyond. Prior to our Session 0, I will provide additional information and instructions in my private Discord server. 😸
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Low
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Beginner
Platforms used
• Foundry VTT
• Discord
$25.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Sunday - 1:00 AM UTC
Apr 20 / Session 18
3-3.5 Hour Duration
4 / 6 Seats Filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Beginner
Age: 18+