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Crooked Moon - Welcome to Wickermoor (DnD Level 3 Mini-Campaign)

Crooked Moon - Welcome to Wickermoor (DnD Level 3 Mini-Campaign)

Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign

About the adventure

”There was a crooked man who lived in a crooked house. He had two crooked children, and he had a crooked spouse. He bought a crooked axe which brought a crooked smile, And the bodies are all stacked up in a crooked bloody pile.” - Wickermoor Nursery Rhyme - Stranded in the mysterious valley of Wickermoor Hollow, you must contend with the restless dead, wicked hags, ravenous monsters, secret cults, and other creatures lurking in the night that never ends. While victory is possible, the cost will be tremendous. And yet, while there is only a ghost of a chance that salvation can be achieved, it is a hope all the same. Only you can determine the fate of all who dwell beneath the Crooked Moon. In this 4-session campaign players are introduced to the village of Wickermoor Hollow and brave the Crooked House to rescue Phillip and Adela Druskenvald, nobles of the afterlife who might have the knowledge and power to help you escape this cursed place. A dreadful folktale in the gothic/victorian setting of The Crooked Moon from Avantris Entertainment. Designed for level 3 characters using 2014 or 2024 DnD rules.

Game style

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.

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.

4 years on StartPlaying

1301 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Knows the Rules

Average response time: 2 hours

Response rate: 75%

Game Master Reviews (72)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Storytelling

Knows the Rules

LJ avatar

LJ

New review

Played 3 sessions

Rob was my first DM, I have never played a TTRPG before (in person or online), and it was immediately apparent that Rob is an excellent DM, despite my lack of experience. The methods of setting up and playing online was logical and straight forward enough that someone like my self with 0 experience was able to play. Any questions I did have where clearly answered, both in setup and in game. I have no complaints, it simply was a great and enjoyable experience.

Jorge Hernandez avatar

Jorge Hernandez

New review

Played 3 sessions

You ever drive down the road and you're listening to an audibook.. and the words that come out the speakers just makes you tense up.. and you're not driving anymore. You're in the room. You can hear your own breath, and instinctively try to hold it. Because the evil that's being described isn't just words, it's palpable type of sensation that travels down your back that makes you gulp as you try to not to make a sound.. And that was just with a one shot. This DM has talent. Consider me hooked.

Angelo avatar

Angelo

New review

Played 1 sessions

It was a lot of fun. Rob is a great story teller and DM. Definitely recommend for new or experienced players.

Justin Borg avatar

Justin Borg

Played 7 sessions

Very open to ideas and interpretation of rules. Excellent ability to bring the group together. Would recommend again and will for sure sit at the table again.

joe avatar

joe

Played 1 sessions

Pick For fun story, flexible to players ideas, excellent Roll 20 mechanics as well. Well worth it.

The Chaos Goblin Aka Nic avatar

The Chaos Goblin Aka Nic

Played 1 sessions

Very nice DM, challenging games

Additional details

How to prepare

Working microphone Discord, DnDbeyond, and Roll20 accounts (all free) Bring a good attitude and be prepared for fun!

What I provide

30 years of experience running roleplaying games, acceptance of the strange, support for the weird, and creativity in crafting stories and managing plots that often fly off the rails. 3 Years and over 1000 professional games hosted on Startplaying. Shared content through campaigns on DnD Beyond. A growing community of great players. An extensive library of art and maps and photoshop skills to customize as needed. I can also provide access to a DnDBeyond campaign with shared resources for all your character options!

Gameplay details

I have an open-door policy and make time to answer questions, resolve issues, and promote teamwork and respect.

Content warnings

• Violence

• Cults

• Death

• Murder

Safety tools used

Breaks

Lines and Veils

Luxton Technique Discussion

Open Door

Session 0

How will character creation work

You can use a premade character supplied by me or a custom PC with the following guidelines -Level 3 (2014 or 2024 character rules but we are using base 2014 game rules) -Shared resources available for PHB, Tasha's, Xanathars', and Monsters of the Multiverse (no Strixhaven or Ravnica please) -Multiclass allowed -Point Buy or Standard Array for Ability Scores -Fixed HP -A Bonus Feat! If your background doesn't come with a feat you'll be able to choose one from a limited list below. (no Ravnica, Strixhaven, or Dragonlance backgrounds) Dual Wielder Healer Magic Initiate Martial Adept Savage Attacker Skilled Tough -Standard Equipment plus 300gp to spend on common and uncommon items using Kassoon for prices. https://www.kassoon.com/dnd/5e/magic-item-prices/

Players can expect

Combat / Tactics

Medium

Roleplay

Medium

Puzzles

Medium

Experience level

Beginner

Platforms used

Discord

Roll20

D&D Beyond

1 SEAT LEFT
$30.00

/ Session

Each player will be charged when a session starts.

Details

Weekly / Monday - 2:00 PM UTC

Apr 7 / Session 2

3-3 Hour duration

5 / 6 Seats filled

Schedule

Mon, Apr 07 | 2:00 PM - Session 2

Mon, Apr 14 | 2:00 PM - Session 3

Requirements

Experience required: Beginner

Age: 18+