Curse of Strahd and beyond| Gothic horror, Domains of Dread
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
About the adventure
A gust of air like the foul-smelling breath of some horrible monster greets the adventurers as they climb the steps of a tower in Castle Ravenloft. Nearing the top, they begin to hear the beating of a heart in the darkness above. Not a human heart, but the heart of something monstrous and horrible. Such is the nature of gothic horror: fear bred by anticipation and the dark realization that all will be truly and horribly revealed in time. Barovia is the grim reflection of its undead master. Almost everything here is old and timeworn. Everywhere the adventurers go, they will be reminded of death, decay, and their own mortality. This will be an intro to D&D 5e, and intended to fellow fans of gothic horror. All will be welcome to play! Characters may be from various places and diverse abilities (all playable races and classes are available).
5.0
(12)
2 years on StartPlaying
182 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Knows the Rules
Average response time: 2 hours
Response rate: 100%
Game Master Reviews (12)
Proficiencies
Players say this GM is great at:
Creativity
Storytelling
Knows the Rules
Jan
New review
Played 9 sessions
I have played a few sessions with Cowyn now and have enjoyed them all. I find myself looking forward to the next session to find out what is in store for our characters.
Ellis K
Played 5 sessions
I had a very good time with Colwyn. The game was interesting and engaging. I would definitely recommend playing with him in the future.
DM_Alex | Zoological Gardens
Communicative, clear, great DM!
Brad
Played 49 sessions
Colwyn is conscientious and puts a great deal of effort and research into running his games. He has a wealth of experience in a variety of RPGs that I think gives him a broad perspective on how to handle almost any situation that players may throw at him.
YJ
Played 2 sessions
Three of us played a two-session introductory game with Colwyn, and all three of us loved it. He was very patient and supportive in a way that gave those of us who were new to online D&D plenty of chances to shine. On top of that, his detailed homebrew was full of creative quirks that led to some gut-busting humorous moments -- and even a scare or two. I definitely recommend the experience!
Michael
Played 25 sessions
Colwyn is a great GM who gives his players the ability to create great stories, allows for a ton of player creativity, and is very kind in his interactions with others. He is very patient when I have any questions, and I feel like he genuinely cares about his players. Highly recommend for anyone looking for a GM who actually cares.
Additional details
How to prepare
Players will need active Roll20, and Discord accounts. A working mic is required. A webcam is recommended, but not required.
What I provide
Roll20 will be used for VTT, tokens, maps, etc. We will also have character sheets on there. I will be using ambient music and sounds through Roll20. I do my best to create immersive games that engage players in such a way that keeps them invested in the game. I listen to suggestions and requests because I want my players to have an enjoyable and memorable experience.
Gameplay details
We will go over Lines and Veils during Session 0. We will create characters prior to or during Session 0. Characters will be level 1. This game is about vampires and similar monsters. Content will be within the common tropes of gothic horror. Game will be played via Roll20, and we will communicate via Discord. We could stream/record it if EVERYONE agrees.
Content warnings
• Alcohol Use
• Blood
• Body Horror
• Character Death
• Classism
• Cults
• Death
• Forced Blood Draining
• Human Trafficking (adult only)
• Language/Cursing
• Mind Control
• Murder
• Mutilation
• Nightmares about Traumatic Events
• Racial Profiling
• Violence
Safety tools used
• Breaks
• Lines and Veils
• Session 0
How will character creation work
Character creation will be done prior to or during Session 0. All races and classes are available, but must get my approval prior to play. We will start at level 1. They will be created on Roll20. I can supply resources if necessary. We will determine stats using standard array: 15, 14, 13, 12, 10, & 8. These can be placed according to the player's will.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Medium
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Roll20
• Discord
$20.00
/ Session
Each player will be charged when a session starts.
Details
Weekly / Friday - 8:00 PM UTC
3-4 Hour Duration
0 / 5 Seats Filled
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+