The Mysterious Durst Manor | A Curse of Strahd Campaign
Curse of Strahd is a campaign where you and other unlucky visitors to the Demi-Plane of Barovia attempt to survive the horrors of the Count.
$5.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Sunday - 11:00 PM UTC
Dec 14 / Session 3
Session Duration / 2.5–3 hours
Campaign Length / 30–40 Sessions
1 / 5 Seats Filled
Report Adventure
StartPlaying Money Back Guarantee
If your game doesn't happen, we guarantee a refund. Just reach out to StartPlaying Support. Refund Policy
Schedule
Meet your party members
1/5
About the adventure
Unsettling cries echo through a street wrapped in unnatural mist. What begins as a simple chase to reclaim sacred belongings becomes far stranger when you decide to step inside an old, silent manor. The door slams shut. The locks turn on their own. And suddenly—there is no way out. Inside, the house shifts and breathes, twisting hallways, rearranging rooms, and whispering secrets no sane mind should hear. Shadows stretch like claws. Portraits watch. Floors creak under footsteps that are not your own. Do you dare push deeper? Do you dare uncover what this house wants? Do you dare find out where you've been taken? 💖 Pulse-pounding suspense 🗺️ Epic Player Maps 📝 Out of this world storytelling 🎻 Incredible soundtrack 🎵 Suspenseful ambiance
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Sandbox / Open World
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
4.7
(3)
2 years on StartPlaying
10 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Rule of Cool, Voices
About me
Greetings, adventurers! My name is Ryan (he/him), a Deaf Dungeon Master who thrives on storytelling, emotional arcs, and collaborative roleplay. I run inclusive, welcoming games that prioritize character-driven narratives, dynamic worldbuilding, and player growth. Whether you’re brand new or a seasoned veteran, I create a space where everyone’s voice matters—literally and figuratively. I’m bilingual in English and American Sign Language (ASL), and I love working with diverse groups of players—especially those who are neurodivergent, disabled, queer, or otherwise underrepresented in TTRPG spaces. I believe everyone deserves a seat at the table. I’ve been DMing for over 4+ years and even founded the Dungeons & Dragons Club at Ripon High School to bring together fellow fans. I specialize in Curse of Strahd and dark, emotionally rich campaigns—but I also enjoy lighthearted adventures. Whether you’re into gothic horror, dramatic twists, or just making memories, I’ve got you covered. Need accessibility or communication accommodations? Just let me know—I’m flexible and happy to make it work for everyone. Let’s roll some dice and tell unforgettable stories together!
View Profile →Character creation
Creating your character
Session 0 is free. We will go over character creation together as a group during session 0. Each player will start at level 2 and will have their full character present on Roll20. We will be using the D&D 5e 2024 rules.
The party will start at level 2.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Players will need to have a decent microphone. Make sure you create a Roll20 and Discord account for the adventure.
What Ryan brings to the table
I will bring Roll20’s paid version to the table along with character tokens as long as you provide me with the image.
Homebrew rules
I would prefer if you stick to the 2024 5e rules.
Equipment needed to play
Microphone
Computer
Pen & Paper
Platforms used
Safety
How Ryan creates a safe table
This is a horror game, so players are required to communicate with the DM about any issue they may have. The DM is very flexible and open-minded.
Content warnings
Safety tools used