Curse of Strahd [Free Session 0]

Curse of Strahd [Free Session 0]

From beyond the veil, the mists capture any who may fall to their misfortune—will you escape Barovia's mists, or succumb to its dreaded lord?

TYPE

Campaign

LEVELS

1–16

EXPERIENCE

Intermediate

AGE

18+
About the adventure

"You have come here, adventurers, hoping to challenge my rule. I welcome you with open arms, for I shall be greatly entertained by your efforts...or I will be your doom." -Strahd von Zarovich Enter the shadowy realm of Barovia, a land locked away from beyond by impenetrable mists, where gothic horrors lurk in every darkened corner and hope is but a distant memory. Here, the forests whisper of secrets from ages past, as villages huddle in fear of what lies just beyond their doors. An ancient castle looms ominously from above on a craggy cliff, the ever present reminder that you are but a peasant, to be lorded over and obey. All of Barovia bends under the iron rule of its vampiric overlord, Strahd von Zarovich, whose twisted humor and sinister schemes leave many a hero either broken or reborn. Might you be the ones to escape, to deliver these cursed lands from his tyranny? Or is your fate, too, to succumb to it a dread… 🩸 Spanning levels 1-16, YOU have the opportunity to develop a powerful PC into high-level play! 🩸 Themes of gothic horror, tragedy and loss, and mystery will keep you on the edge of your seat. 🩸 Additional systems added to compliment and accentuate player agency as a central component of play. 🩸 Fully curated maps and images with Line of Sight and Token Vision/Lighting to more fully immerse you into the world. 🩸 Voice-acting! NPCs each have their distinct voices and personality. 🩸 Fully integrated character backstories are developed in conjunction with myself, deeply woven into the camapaign narrative to provide the maximal investment and motivation to explore! Are you ready to embark on such a thrilling adventure? Join us for the Curse of Strahd, an official 5th edition Dungeons & Dragons module. With Nomad at the helm, you can expect an unforgettable journey full of surprises and excitement while uncovering a tale full of gothic horror and sorrow, but taking it all on in force to release the curse! You'll explore the haunted lands of Barovia, unlock ancient mysteries, battle fierce monsters, and brave the terrors of the iconic Strahd von Zarovich. Don't miss this chance to experience an epic tale of horror and heroism. Sign up now and get ready to roll the dice!

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Details

Bi-weekly / Wednesday – 11:30 PM UTC

Session Duration / 2.5–3 hours

2 / 6 Seats Filled

GAME MASTER

Nomad

4.8

(21)

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Nomad

4.8

(21)

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Neurodivergent

3 years on StartPlaying

183 games hosted

Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Sets the Mood

About me

Are you ready to experience an unforgettable adventure with amazing characters and stories? Look no further! I'm a former athlete and closet-nerd who just-so loves to play Dungeons & Dragons, and now I'm here to share the joy with you! With over 6 years of experience under my belt, I'm sure to make your experience with D&D a special and memorable one. I stay up to date on the current rules and mechanics of the game so that we can all enjoy a similar experience. I take strides to organize every campaign and session so that everything runs smoothly, there's little worse than a DM that isn't prepared! But when things do come up, I work with these preparations to think outside the box and come up with creative solutions to different issues. I greatly enjoy diving into character backstories and finding what I can pull out and use within the campaign narrative, always listening to my players' ideas and finding out ways to incorporate them into the game. We all want to enjoy a captivating story with engaging characters and exciting plot points after all! I have hosted a multitude of games online for my friends and for new people who are eager to join in on the fun. I've crafted full adventures, campaigns, and even one-shots that are sure to keep you enthralled for hours. I even took a shot at developing an MMO Dungeon experience variation of 5e that was an absolute blast! But what truly makes me stand out is my passion for this game and my commitment to making players feel powerful and having a blast. It is only after standing triumphant over the most formidable foes that we may feel the very best this game has to offer. You can check out my YouTube and Twitch streams, as well as join my Discord server, to see just how I run things. So what are you waiting for? Send me a message and let's get started on your own unforgettable adventure!

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Reviews (21)

Proficiencies

Players say this GM is great at:

Creativity

Storytelling

Sets the Mood

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Squeedge

Played 100 sessions

Nomad has always put a lot of effort, time, and love into running his games, and it's clear he's passionate about ensuring his players have a good time. His Session 0 is everything you should expect from a pro-GM running a game for the public, laying out his ground rules for behavior, what to expect from the game, and being open for feedback from the players in case there are sensitive topics they'd rather not encounter such as sexual assault.

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Pea

Played 78 sessions

Nomad is a very professional DM. Has a great grasp of the rules, is good at keeping the flow going, and lets the crew just have fun. He sets the mood with music, does fun voices, and does super helpful recaps at the beginning of the adventure. All in all a great DM, definitely recommend.

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Solknight

Played 77 sessions

I am currently playing in 2 games with Nomad. They always know how to set the mood for each game. Music, images of what we are looking at, and details maps. Before every game he does a wonderful narrator recap of last session & light roleplay to get everyone warmed up. In both games he has allowed creative freedoms, with the knowledge of game rules.

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Kaza

Played 69 sessions

My wife and I just started playing ttrpg and we couldn't have made a better choice in GM. Nomad is incredibly patient and willing to teach us in a way that doesn't disrupt the flow of the game without taking anything away from more experienced players. It's visible how much he cares about the players experiences because not only does he make sure we're all safe and having fun but he also goes the extra mile with music, voices, descriptions, and interesting twists. I'm always excited for the next session. My campaign isn't even over but I would definitely like to play another one with him.

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Mandy

Played 53 sessions

Nomad is incredible as a GM. I've been playing with other GM's for over 5 years but with him, I felt like I was a voice actress on Critical Role with Matt Mercer at the helm. The interactions between all of the PCs and NPCs were incredible. He keeps the story progressing but balanced with role play with everyone getting a chance to role play in equal measures if they choose it. He does a fantastic job weaving our back stories into the campaign and into each session. He allowed us to explore role play during travel between towns which helped us learn about each other's characters. After doing so, I felt more intertwined into the story. The way Nomad tells a story is so descriptive and incredible! You can't help but to be teleported into the story with what he verbally paints every time. I never wanted our sessions to end and couldn't wait to start the next one. So much fun!

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Ramaaj

Played 50 sessions

He tries his best to keep everyone engaged with the game. I also very much enjoy his dedication to character backstories. Helps make the game feel more inclusive to the characters.

Character creation
Creating your character

Players will make their characters beginning at level 1, using any officially published source material by the Wizards of the Coast of which I have ALL sourcebooks available. We will discuss our character concepts during Session 0 and players will be able to submit full sheets to me by way of DnDBeyond. Players will be using the Point Buy Method to determine their Ability Scores according to the Tavern League House Rules. Lastly, a fully explained character background including personality, ideals, bonds, and flaws is required. All characters must be finalized before we can begin the campaign, and each player will get one personalized “origin session” for their PC that hooks into the beginning of the campaign.

The current party

Playthrough of the entirety of the Curse of Strahd adventure, every Wednesday for 2.5-3 hours each session. Wednesday rotations are bi-weekly: 7/23 8/6 8/20 etc.

What to expect
Preparing for the session

Players will need a computer that is able to run Fantasy Grounds Unity, I have an Ultimate license so you can join free. They also need a mic and Discord account. Webcams are not required but rather preferred for better communication through nonverbal forms like body language and real-time reactions. Players are expected to read through the provided Tavern League Player’s Handbook for all house rules and guides for play. Knowledge of the rules is suggested but not required. We can certainly go over rules as they come up and during the first session.

What Nomad brings to the table

I have all sourcebooks available for use, as well as all of the utility that FGU offers. I use Syrinscape and YouTube for music/ambiance which players have the ability to listen to through Discord voice, also used for communication.

Equipment needed to play

Computer

Headphones

Internet

Microphone

Safety
How Nomad creates a safe table

This game includes many themes and situations reflective of those which may occur in real life, but within a fantasy setting. This campaign in particular includes many horror elements, and light *implied* use of many of the aforementioned content warning. It is very important to note, however, that these situations are not real and are not substitutes for real life. For that reason I implement a number of safety tools to help differentiate between the game and personal experiences. We talk as a group during Session 0 to come up with a criteria for what is and what will not be accepted or present within our game. We will determine what tools will be utilized as well as what is to be expected from the campaign TOGETHER as a cohesive adventuring party. I personally enjoy cultivating a grittier, player-driven experience, where we are all encouraged to go really in-depth through character development and mold the world according to your choices rather than being dragged through the story. Actions have consequences both good and bad! This may bring up difficult situations as they arise, but in the end we triumph and rise to the occasion!

Content warnings
Alcohol Use
Animal Death
Blood
Body Horror
Character Death
Domestic Abuse
Hostages
Illness
Kidnapping
Language/Cursing
Murder
Spiders
Violence
Safety tools used

Additional tables

1 available

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Bi-weekly / Sunday – 2:00 PM UTC

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