Curse of Strahd Play by Post
Dungeons & Dragons 5e | Campaign
$15.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Thursday - 6:00 PM UTC
Jun 19 / Session 1
1-999 Hour Duration
4 / 6 Seats Filled
Schedule
Requirements
Experience required: Open to all
Age: 18+
About the adventure
Dim light and flickering candles created eerie shadows across the room. A grand table surrounds you, with bewildered strangers all around. From the shadows, a commanding figure emerges, capturing everyone’s focus. Greetings, adventurers! As your Dungeon Master, I’ve called you here for a unique adventure. Ravenloft’s Barovia feels the stirring of ancient evil awakening after a long slumber.. As brave heroes, you are tasked with uncovering the secrets of this cursed land. Your journey will bring you to Count Strahd’s doorstep. The howling wind and ominous storm clouds foreshadow the darkness awaiting you. But fear not, you are all extraordinary adventurers. Each of you possesses unique skills, abilities, and a love of adventure, making you stand out. You’ll need to traverse treacherous Barovia, combat evil, and finally defeat the vampire lord to succeed. Or do you? Barovia is a land of powerful forces and deals can be made? Who says Barovia could not have a new king or queen? Ready to delve into Ravenloft’s depths, face your darkest fears, and defeat its master? Aware that your lives are at stake, will you accept Count Strahd’s dinner invitation? Are you brave, determined, and adventurous? Then come with me on this terrifying journey. Begin your Ravenloft adventure and let your bravery become a legend…or a warning for others foolish enough to challenge Strahd. The power to choose is in your hands, adventurers. Ready to rise to the occasion and demonstrate your skills? ____________________________________________________________________ Hello, all, This is a D&D 5E game played asynchronously via Discord’s play-by-post system. You don’t need experience with D&D 5E or play-by-post games. We will be using Discord, D&D Beyond, and Owlbear Rodeo for the game. Here’s what you can anticipate from me as your DM: I typically post at least one detailed entry each day, sometimes more. To ensure noticeable character progression, despite PBP’s slower nature compared to in-person games, I adopt a quicker pace for adventures. My expectations of you as a player: Activity: This has nothing to do with post length or your Avrae experience—I’ll help you with both. This just means you need to participate with the group. A party’s actions shape the game world; the DM only shapes their experience. If something comes up and you need to take a break, just let me know, and we can work around it. Feel free to message me at Shadow84321 on Discord if you have any questions, or simply feel free to message me here.
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.
Play By Post
Play By Post refers to a game in which players interact with the story through messages and text posts. These games are typically played asynchronously throughout the week, which gives players time to consider what they want to do next, and engage with the story at their own pace.
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.
Combat Heavy
“Combat Heavy” games emphasize the combat mechanics within their systems over roleplay or puzzle solving. There are frequent and longer battles with enemies and a greater emphasis on tactical game play.
5.0
(21)
2 years on StartPlaying
55 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Teacher
Additional details
How to prepare
Join me on Discord, where I will create a private chat for us to discuss your character. We'll bounce ideas off each other, explore concepts, and develop backstories. To participate, you'll need a Discord account and a D&D Beyond account. We will also incorporate Owlbear Rodeo into our sessions.
What I provide
As your Dungeon Master, I am committed to providing an immersive and engaging experience for all players. To enhance our gameplay, I offer the following: D&D Beyond Content: I have nearly all the player content unlocked on D&D Beyond, which I will share with you by adding you to our campaign. This grants you access to a wide array of character options, allowing you to fully customize your hero to suit your playstyle and the campaign setting. Discord for Sessions: We will use Discord for our game sessions, ensuring clear communication and a platform for roleplaying and out-of-game discussions. Owlbear Rodeo for Combat: To make our battles more engaging and tactical, we will utilize Owlbear Rodeo as our Virtual Tabletop (VTT). This will allow me to present custom maps and tokens, bringing the world to life and making combat more immersive. As for my GM style, I strive to create a balance between roleplaying, exploration, and combat. I enjoy bringing NPCs to life with distinct mannerisms, making each interaction memorable. During combat, I aim to make encounters challenging and tactical, encouraging teamwork and strategic thinking. While I generally adhere to the Rules as Written, I am not averse to embracing the Rule of Cool when it serves the story and creates unforgettable moments for the players. You can expect a game that prioritizes character development, narrative depth, and player agency. I will work with each of you to weave your character's backstory into the larger tapestry of the campaign, ensuring that your hero's journey is meaningful and impactful. Above all, my goal is to facilitate a fun, engaging, and collaborative storytelling experience for everyone involved. I am open to feedback and suggestions, and I will do my utmost to create a game that everyone can enjoy. Get ready to embark on an epic adventure in the world of "Curse of Strahd"!
Gameplay details
The Curse of Strahd campaign is aimed at a mature audience. This may include scenes depicting violence, horror, corpses and various scary and perhaps traumatic elements, the occasional use of coarse language by both in-game characters and players, and the exploration of mature subject matter from time to time. If you have any questions or concerns about the adventure's content or the use of safety tools, please feel free to contact me via message. As the Dungeon Master, your comfort and well-being as a player are my top priorities.
Content warnings
Safety tools used
• Breaks
• Debriefing
• Lines and Veils
• Open Door
• Session 0
• X, N, and O Cards
How will character creation work
We'll be using D&D Beyond and starting at level 1. During our session 0, we will determine the stat setup for your characters. I'll be granting certain feats at level 1 to enhance your characters' abilities. While I plan to allow a degree of freedom in character creation, keep in mind that Curse of Strahd is a roleplay-rich environment. If you have something extraordinary in mind for your character, I might allow it, but I challenge you to craft a compelling character backstory to justify those unique aspects.
Players can expect
Combat / Tactics
Medium
Roleplay
High
Puzzles
Low
Experience level
Open to all
Platforms used
• Discord
• D&D Beyond
• Owlbear Rodeo
• Text/Play by Post