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Strixhaven: A Curriculum of Chaos
Welcome to Strixhaven University, where magic, friends, and adventure await; and where evil forces lurk in the shadows, threatening to destroy it all.
$30.00
/ Session
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2 players following this game
Weekly / Saturday - 11:00 PM UTC
Oct 24 / Session 57
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
4 / 4 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
"Dear Prospective Student, Thank you for applying to Strixhaven University. We are pleased to inform you that you have been chosen to join our ever-growing family here at Strixhaven. We look forward to seeing you at Orientation on the 29th of Mirtul. At sunrise, a portal will open to bring you to Strixhaven Stadium for our Welcome Assembly. Classes begin on the 4th of Kythorn. We wish you safe travels and a wonderful first year as part of our incumbent class. Mavinda Sharpbeak Strixhaven Head Counselor" A magical world boasts many places where students can study magic and many sages who take eager learners under their wings. But being accepted to Strixhaven University is a special honor, the dream of many young students. Strixhaven is a place of enlightenment and learning, and both its graduates and its delegates are typically welcomed and respected wherever they go. Founded seven centuries ago by five ancient dragons, Strixhaven is the premier institution of magical learning, drawing promising young mages from all over. Each equipped with its own campus and faculty, Strixhaven's five colleges - Lorehold, Prismari, Quandrix, Silverquill, and Witherbloom - cover a vast array of academic and magical specialties. - Character driven, exciting roleplay - Strong narrative storytelling and worldbuilding - Uses voice acting skills to bring NPCs to life - Engaging combat, everyone gets to do something cool - Uses background music to enhance gameplay/atmosphere - New player friendly!
Game style
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Theater of the Mind
Roleplay Heavy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(39)
3 years on StartPlaying
506 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Beginner Friendly
About me
Hi, I'm Athena. I'm 27, female, and queer, with a love for my cats, videogames, and tabletop roleplaying games. I've been playing D&D since 2017, and it's a hobby and an obsession that has only gotten stronger over time. I've run enough games and campaigns to know how to make sure everyone has a good time, and I can only get better through practice. I'm happy to learn about your characters, figure out what excites you about the world or the story, and just run hog-wild with it. I like roleplay and character driven stories, and my favorite official campaign is Curse of Strahd. Definitely related, my favorite D&D realm is Ravenloft, with the Domains of Dread being a particular fascination of mine. Fun fact: the first campaign I ever played in was called Oops! All Bards, and everyone was a bard.
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Creating your character
Character Creation: - During Session 0 or Before 1st Play Session - Character Sheets in DiceCloud Version 1: https://v1.dicecloud.com/ - Standard Array (8, 10, 12, 13, 14, 15), or 4d6 Keep Highest 3 for stats. - Starting Level: 1st LVL I have Level 1 DiceCloud templates available and can help convert characters if needed. This adventure takes players from Level 1 to Level 10.
6:00 - 9:30 PM CST 2014 5e Ruleset Current Party: (Level 5) Goliath Wizard (Order of Scribes) Vedalken Druid (Circle of the City) Tabaxi Artificer (Battle Smith) Sea Elf Cleric (Tempest Domain)
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Required: - Discord account - DiceCloud Version 1 account: https://v1.dicecloud.com/ - Character sheet ready before 1st play session. I have Dicecloud templates available and can help convert characters if needed. Optional: - Webcam - Dice - Knowledge of basic D&D rules
What AthenaxVio brings to the table
- Maps on Owlbear Rodeo - Handouts - DiceCloud Character Templates - Homebrew Content - Character Voices - Ambient Music - Rule of Cool > Rules as Written
Homebrew rules
- Critical Saving Throws - Bonus Action Potions/Consumables - Bonus Action Knowledge checks (for Monster lore/stats) - Expanded Attitude & Social checks
Equipment needed to play
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
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Safety
How AthenaxVio creates a safe table
Details and gameplay will be discussed over the Session 0, character creation can also be done here but doesn't have to be. Expectations for the game and rules will be discussed so that everyone feels comfortable during play and can have a fun time. Absolutely no bullying, sexual harassment, racism, hate speech, queerphobia, or prejudice will be tolerated. Any player that engages in these behaviors will get one (1) warning, and if the behavior continues you will be kicked from the game and you will not receive a refund. There will be a mandatory 10 minute break halfway through the session for bathroom, refilling drinks, snacks, etc. but always feel free to ask for a break at any time. I have an optional feedback survey for the end of the adventure.
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