Seeking Adventurers for a Curse of Strahd Campaign
A timeless gothic horror adventure. Curse of Strahd is a free-form adventure where players are drawn into Barovia and must defeat The Dark Lord.
$10.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Thursday - 4:00 AM UTC
Dec 18 / Session 8
Session Duration / 2–3 hours
5 / 6 Seats Filled
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Schedule
Meet your party members
5/6
About the adventure
Are you ready to brave the mists of Barovia and challenge the Dark Lord himself? I’m a dedicated Dungeon Master offering a Curse of Strahd campaign for players looking for an immersive, story-driven experience filled with gothic horror, tactical combat, and deep roleplay. 🦇 What You’ll Get: ✅ A Free Session Zero – We’ll discuss expectations, character creation, party dynamics, and house rules before diving into the adventure. ✅ Fully Prepped Virtual Tabletop (VTT) – Dynamic maps, ambient music, and immersive handouts to enhance your experience. ✅ D&D Beyond Integration – Easy character management and access to sourcebooks. ✅ Roleplay-Driven Storytelling – NPCs with depth, meaningful choices, and personal character arcs woven into the narrative. ✅ Tactical & Challenging Combat – Every fight matters, rewarding strategy and teamwork. ✅ A Supportive & Engaging Community – I’ll set up a Discord server for communication, scheduling, and extra roleplay between sessions. 🩸 The Game 📖 Module: Curse of Strahd (5e) 🎲 System: D&D 5e (Rule of Cool balanced with RAW) 📍 Where: Online (Roll20/Foundry + Discord) ⏳ Session Length: 3-4 hours ⚔️ Who Should Join? New and experienced players welcome! I tailor the experience to fit your playstyle. Those who enjoy dark fantasy, deep roleplay, and impactful decision-making. Team players who respect the game, the story, and their fellow adventurers. 🔮 How to Apply Send me a DM or comment below with the following: Your experience with D&D (if any). What kind of character or playstyle you enjoy. Your availability and time zone. The mists are calling. Will you answer? 🦇✨
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Theater of the Mind
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
Less than a year on StartPlaying
11 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Rule of Cool
Average response time: 10 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
**Dungeon Master Extraordinaire** Hello, fellow adventurers! My name is Alexander and I’m a passionate Dungeon Master dedicated to crafting unforgettable journeys filled with creativity, excitement, and lasting memories. My love for storytelling and world-building sparked my interest in hosting games, and I believe that every player deserves a unique experience tailored to their interests and characters. What sets me apart? I've been a DM for about 7 years, started playing DND in the 1900's. I’m a proud home-brew creator! I thrive on developing rich narratives, intricate plots, and inventive creatures that breathe life into each session. My approach is player-focused—their choices and stories drive the adventure. I strive to create a collaborative environment where ideas flourish, and every voice is heard. Join me on a quest where your character’s dreams, fears, and desires shape the unfolding saga. Together, we’ll explore mysterious realms, engage in thrilling battles, and forge lasting friendships. Prepare for a game that is uniquely yours—adventure awaits!
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Creating your character
If you already have a character you want to play, Perfect! Let's use them. But if you need help, I am happy to help during a Session Zero. I am open to all ideas, backgrounds, or classes.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Come with Character ideas, dice, a webcam, mic, Discord, roll 20 and D&D Beyond free account.
What Alexander the Dad brings to the table
I will bring everything we need, Maps, Lore, Music, NPCs, and prep materials needed.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Alexander the Dad creates a safe table
Lines & Veils document will be distributed at session 0. Session 0 will go over how the system works, what content to expect from the game, and character creation, along with game expectations, such as not talking over people, being respectful, etc. X cards can either be done visually on camera or through messages. Content warnings • Blood • Devils / Demons / Fiends • Deep or Large Bodies of Water • Illness • Medical Issues • Paralyzation • Spiders • Violence • Cults Safety tools used • Aftercare • Bleed • Breaks • Lines and Veils • X, N, and O Cards Content warnings • Blood • Character Death • Classism • Cults • Death • Fire • Illness • Insects • Mass Death • Violence • Spiders • Snakes • Murder • Mind alteration Safety tools used • Aftercare • Breaks • Lines and Veils • Open Door • Session 0 • Stars and Wishes • X, N, and O Cards
Content warnings
Safety tools used