Beginner game for the socially anxious but who love horror / A DnD 5e gothic adventure of the Curse of Strahd /UK game. (FIRST SESSION FREE)
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
DO YOU DARE TAKE ON THE COUNT! The Curse of Strahd takes adventurers from their comfy homes to Barovia a domain of despair, and is designed for characters of levels 1–10. A great game for beginners, newbie’s or novices as I will be helping guide and educate you on D n D when needed. Its a heavy RP game with lots of chance for character development and acting out your heroes, there’s still combat of course but it’s not a dungeon crawl. If you like the Critical Role style of play this is for you. I like to help my groups make friendships with each other so we can all be silly and have some fun. It is a horror game so be prepared for horrifying experience's but there will also be some lightness to keep you going. Hate Tech or Socially Anxious! I don’t like tech either so I’ve tried use the easiest ones available and that are free. Feeling anxious of meeting new people? You will be able chat to me before hand so you will know me before the game and I make sure all the groups are integrating and if you have a shy day sometimes that’s cool. (if you don’t understand any of the D n D words here don’t worry I will explain it) READ ON IF YOU DARE TO MEET THE COUNT! Under raging storm clouds, a lone figure stands silhouetted against the ancient walls of Castle Ravenloft. The vampire Count Strahd von Zarovich stares down a sheer cliff at the village below. A cold, bitter wind spins dead leaves about him, billowing his cape in the darkness. Lightning splits the clouds overhead, casting stark white light across him. Strahd turns to the sky, revealing the angular muscles of his face and hands. He has a look of power—and of madness. His once handsome face is contorted by a tragedy darker than the night itself. Rumbling thunder pounds the castle spires. The wind’s howling increases as Strahd turns his gaze back to the village. Far below, yet not beyond his ken, a party of adventurers has just entered his domain. Strahd’s face forms a twisted smile as his dark plan unfolds. He knew they were coming, and he knows why they have come—all according to his plan. He, the master of Ravenloft, will attend to YOU!
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(55)
2 years on StartPlaying
221 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Inclusive
Average response time: 12 hours
Response rate: 100%
Game Master Reviews (55)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Teacher
Inclusive
Zayaz
New review
Played 2 sessions
Having a wonderful time with Martin so far. I had only played DnD once almost a decade ago, and his beginner's campaign has been a great reintroduction to the game. Before the campaign even began, Martin shared his resources with the group and walked us through character creation, which resulted in a character that I have completely fallen in love with.
Boof
New review
Played 14 sessions
I was a beginner player and Martin was great at getting everyone started, while still making time for some fun. Would recommend Martin for anyone getting started, as well as further on for higher level gameplay, for anyone keen on a solid DM who balances RP and combat depending on what the player want.
Aymeric
New review
Played 6 sessions
Had a lot of fun playing with Martin :) great DM who manages to make everyone feel included !
Raul
New review
Played 3 sessions
Martin has been a great DM in this Strixhaven game I joined. Incredibly helpful and engaging. I joined an already in-process game and he was so helpful in getting up to speed and helping me learn the mechanics of the campaign.
Carys Brew
Martin has been my dm for a few years now, and I can genuinely say I still love and look forward to every session I play with them. I started with him as a complete beginner and he was very patient, helpful and understanding both in game and out when building characters or just learning 'how to dnd'! Martin always encourages feedback and communication with players and the dm and always makes sure you are comfortable and happy as you can be whilst being able to fall into the brilliant world and story lines that he creates. 100% would recommend 👍👍
Scott
Played 7 sessions
Wonderful DM! Have really enjoyed my time with Martin. Lets you be creative within the world and very inclusive of all players at the table
Additional details
How to prepare
I use Session Zero to address any safety concerns the game might entail, and I am always open to being messaged privately if further concerns arise. I prefer to run a tight ship and keep the story moving, but the most important thing to me is that all my players are having fun. I will provide a Discord chat room for the game to be played and also a text chat room so you can talk to me or the rest of the party when you wish to. You will need the free link for Discord which I will send you and I use Owl Bear which you just need click to access for maps. The only registering is a free D n D beyond account to make your character (takes about 2 mins to do) Equipment needed. A computer or tablet, computer will make it easier. webcam(adds more fun but you don’t have to use) and a mic.
What I provide
Custom maps and illustrations of NPCS, Monsters and Locations. Shared D n D beyond character resources. Discord chat room. 2-3 bad voices. (Including the count from Sesame Street)
Gameplay details
I use Session Zero to address any safety concerns the game might entail, and I am always open to being messaged privately if further concerns arise. Being a horror game we will go through the main horror issues that may come up.
Content warnings
• Alcohol Use
• Animal Cruelty
• Blood
• Death
• Drugs (addiction, use, withdrawal)
• Emotional Abuse
• Insects
• Mind Control
• Snakes
• Violence
• Body Horror
• Child Abandonment
• Spiders
• Self-Harm
• Prejudice
• Nightmares about Traumatic Events
• Murder
• Mental Illness
• Memory Erasing
• Kidnapping
• Hangings
• Hostages
• Gore
• Forced Blood Draining
• Drowning
• Execution
Safety tools used
• Aftercare
• Breaks
• Lines and Veils
• Session 0
• Stars and Wishes
How will character creation work
You will start at lvl1 (or higher depending when you join the adventure) and make your character in DND Beyond, point buy/standard array, and will I will give you a link to join my campaign. If you join for session 0 we will spend that session making your character together so you don't need prep anything. No home brew is allowed, and you’re free to use any of my shared resources on D n D Beyond to make your character and I can help guide you in the make. I will make myself available before then to help craft your character either through discord chat or a brief 1-1 free of charge pre game.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Beginner
Platforms used
• D&D Beyond
• Discord
• Owlbear Rodeo
$15.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Thursday - 2:30 PM UTC
3-3.5 Hour duration
0 / 6 Seats filled
Requirements
Experience required: Beginner
Age: 18+