Curse of Strahd | 2024 Rules | New Players Welcome

Creating your character

Character creation will occur during session zero. We will be using the 2024 Dungeons and Dragons rules, although there will be an opportunity for players to use materials from 2014 that have not yet been updated. We will use D&D Beyond to create our characters and a campaign link will be shared so that I can share materials with the players who do not have access to them. We will use an import tool to import them in Fantasy Grounds.

Preparing for the session

To help you prepare for the game you will want to make sure you are ready with the following items. All accounts are free. Audio: All you need is a working microphone for voice chat on Discord! A headset or earphones are also helpful to keep things clear and reduce background noise. Accounts: Fantasy Grounds: You will need the free Demo version of Fantasy Grounds to connect to the campaign. D&D Beyond: Create a free account to manage your character and easily access content for the game. You will get free access to all my shared content including 2024 rules! If you need help with this, just let me know! Discord: We’ll be using Discord for our voice chats, so make sure to have it installed. Once you’re confirmed as a player, I'll send you a link to our server! Tech Check: Please ensure you have a stable internet connection and a device that can run Fantasy Grounds and Discord without any issues. Get Ready to Have Fun! Come with your creativity, excitement, and a sense of adventure! I’m here to help you every step of the way, and we’ll have a blast together!

What Avner brings to the table

I will be providing my experience as a seasoned Dungeon Master, materials in D&D Beyond and the content on the Virtual Tabletop, professional Maps, ambient music provided through Kenku FM as well as a Discord Server for communication during and in between sessions. Although I am not a voice actor, I do my best to provide character voices that are genuine and immersive. I am a story based DM who will aspire to make you feel a deep emotional connection to the story where your choices matter and drive the plot and characters experience forward. I will use the rules as a foundation to build on, but I do make decisions that will increase the player experience and help drive the story forward when the moment strikes. I strive to provide a rewarding and fulfilling D&D experience.

How Avner creates a safe table

Lines and Veils Document: Before the campaign begins, I will share a Lines and Veils document where players can set clear boundaries on what content they want to avoid (Lines) and what content they are comfortable with if it remains off-screen (Veils). This will be updated as needed throughout the campaign. 🛠 Session 0 Discussion: We will dedicate Session 0 to setting expectations, reviewing content warnings, and discussing safety tools. During this session, we’ll also go over player backstories, discuss character motivations, and ensure everyone is on the same page regarding the tone of the campaign. ✋ X, N, & O Cards: We will use digital safety tools to ensure that everyone feels comfortable at all times: X (Stop): Used when something needs to stop immediately. N (Pause): Used to indicate discomfort and request a tone shift or scene change. O (OK): Used to affirm that everyone is comfortable and enjoying the scene. These signals can be sent through private messages or via video chat gestures, depending on the platform. ❤️ Aftercare: After each session, I will offer aftercare time where players can debrief and share their thoughts about what happened in the session. This is especially important in a campaign with emotionally charged content. Players are encouraged to voice concerns, ask questions, or simply talk about the story’s impact on their characters.