Curse of Stradh - Free session 0-0.5
Was just supposed to be a routine mission...Check on some bogus reports of werewolves for a haughty lord...the powers at be had other things planned.
$15.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Sunday - 12:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
0 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Welcome to Barovia where your next step may just be your last. Home to the greatest assortment of Werewolves, vampires, and whatever your horror the mind desires. Want to visit a place where death stands still and time seems to flow differently, then look no further. Speak with Stradh on entry, since he already knows you are coming. This is a Grim Dark campaign which means no punches shall be pulled, and death can occur. Think outside the box for character design for the most fun since all choices will have affects on the game. Nice Balance of RP/Combat/Humor Critical Success and Critical Fails with other Home/DM rules i like to use to make the most fun out of the game.
Game style
Combat Heavy
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Theater of the Mind
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(8)
2 years on StartPlaying
108 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, World Builder
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Greetings, fellow adventurers! I am Ishmaul (he/him), your Game Master extraordinaire, and I'm on a quest to assemble a band of heroes for an unforgettable tabletop RPG experience. With a burning passion for storytelling, combat that keeps you on the edge of your seat, and a penchant for crafting unique narratives, I invite you to join me on a journey that transcends the ordinary. As a seasoned GM with a year of dedicated experience, I thrive on the collaborative magic that unfolds at the gaming table. Picture a world where your choices shape the narrative, where combat is not just a challenge but an epic spectacle, and where each session leaves you yearning for the next chapter. At my table, I believe in the power of imagination and the freedom for players to shape their destinies. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or a newcomer to the realms of tabletop RPGs, I welcome you with open arms. Together, we'll explore untold stories, face formidable foes, and forge bonds that extend beyond the realms of our campaign. I bring to the table a unique blend of creativity, passion, and a commitment to providing an experience that will linger in your memories. From homemade stories to captivating homebrew options, I am dedicated to tailoring the adventure to fit the dreams and aspirations of your characters. If you're ready for a gaming experience that goes beyond the standard fare, where your character's story is as vital as the quest itself, then join me on this epic journey. Let's create a tale for the ages, where every roll of the dice and every choice you make contributes to an adventure that's uniquely ours. Embark on this quest with me, and let's make tabletop RPG history together. May your dice be ever fortunate, and the adventures boundless!
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Creating your character
Will be using DND Beyond Stats will be rolled, Point Buy or Array and voted on by the group Depending on Skill level of all players will determine what level the group starts at. Milestone leveling
Ready for a Curse of Stradh that is an actual Horror story - with a DM that wants to not only keep you on your toes but terrify you at the same time. Difficult but fun combat RP of all Kinds cause even when death is knocking at your door.. who cant laugh at Death. Bonus Feat at the start. Rolling For Stats with a 65 minimum. Party Make Up - 0 Players (will update)
What to expect
Preparing for the session
DND beyond free account Discord account Using Above VTT through DND beyond
What Ishmaul brings to the table
I bring some fun Improve with or without voices - working on music and more ambience. Rule of Cool within Literal Sense based on overall imagination of the player. So if you can convince me how it works and RP it out.. Sure give it a shot and see what happens. My combat varies from slug fests to chess matches so hope someone is good with Tactics.
Homebrew rules
Drinking is a Bonus action or Action and can be used in interesting ways. Crunchy Crits for big Damage Critical Failures for those tense moments the dice just don't want to help ya with.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Ishmaul creates a safe table
We will go over the do and do nots. Session Zero and After Care
Content warnings
Safety tools used