Curse of Strahd: Eternal Night of Terror
Trapped in misty Barovia, heroes face Strahd, a cunning vampire lord. In this land of dread, fate, fear, and darkness rule all.
$20.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Thursday - 11:30 PM UTC
Mar 19 / Session 14
Session Duration / 3 hours
3 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
The mists of Ravenloft part to reveal Barovia—a valley trapped in eternal twilight, where the sun never truly shines and hope is a fragile illusion. Wolves prowl the forests, the dead refuse to rest, and every villager whispers the same name with dread: Count Strahd von Zarovich. Strahd is no distant villain waiting in his castle. He is everywhere—watching from the shadows, taunting from the mist, and appearing at the worst possible moment. More than a foe, he is a tragic figure bound by obsession and cursed with eternal hunger. He toys with adventurers as a cat does with prey, and their every step in Barovia is part of his cruel design. Adventurers will uncover haunted villages, cursed relics, ancient ruins, and the looming menace of Castle Ravenloft itself. The Tarokka card reading, delivered early in the campaign, twists fate by determining where powerful artifacts, allies, and Strahd himself may be found, ensuring no two journeys are ever alike. Curse of Strahd is not just a tale of survival, but of horror, choice, and destiny. Will the heroes fall to despair and become another tale of tragedy in Strahd’s domain, or will they rise against the darkness and bring dawn to a land where hope has long been forgotten?
Game style
Combat Heavy
Roleplay Heavy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
2 years on StartPlaying
299 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Rule of Cool
Average response time: 24+ hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hello my name is Brandon, I have 20+ years experience from D&D 3.5, 4th, 5th Edition, and 5E 2024. I use 5th 2024 edition with some ever-evolving homebrew rules that are voted on in my Discord. We use Roll 20 for our VTT. I have thousands of maps and premium membership to allow for an immersive adventure. Discord is how we Voice chat with optional Webcams. D&D Beyond for character creation. I prefer D&D Beyond because I can easily make custom items for your character that will integrate with your character sheet. I enjoy creating a custom experience for the players. Such as custom character arcs, a nemesis to challenge your character, and defining choices that will make you wonder what would have happened if you chose differently. 3hrs with me and you will be going to work the next day bragging to your friends about your adventures.
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Creating your character
-Start at Level 1, using 2024 rules. -27Point Buy -All Subclasses are welcome. We will go over character creation during Session 0 together so if anyone needs help connecting their character idea to the story we can all help brainstorm if needed. -You are not expected to create your character sheets beforehand, but I expect you to give me a concept idea in your applications as to what kind of a character you are forming in your head, and once we establish everything, you will need to write me a brief but detailed backstory about the characters so I know them a little better and can micro adjust the campaign to include what you wrote for your characters. -I often like to add a side-story for your character to give each character their "Anime" moment. *If you pick a background that does not provide a feat, you may start with a feat from a list provided in our Discord.*
Warlock, Cleric, Rogue- This party is a good group of players that have fun. We are always laughing and having a good time. Free Session 1. Come in and play at our table for one session for free. If you like the group, stick around and join the party.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
🎭Bring an enthusiastic attitude and willingness to participate. 💻Steady internet/computer 🎤 A decent microphone is a must. 📷 Cameras are optional, but highly encouraged, as I believe seeing each other enhances our roleplay. 🔊A Discord account (free to register). 🐉D&D Beyond account (free to register). 🎲 Roll20 account (for the Virtual Tabletop. Also free to register). 📄 Detailed but brief backstory (1 to 3 pages should suffice).
What The Final Boss Dungeon brings to the table
💰Free session 0💰 ⚔️D&D Beyond Master Tier content.⚔️ 🗺️Custom Maps, and Dynamic Maps from Roll20 ✨A Living World 🎵Combat and ambient music. 💬Character Voices and Accents 📜Tactical combat—fast, strategic and challenging encounters ⭐Rewards for player creativity 🥳Inclusive & Chill Discord server 🕰️Years of Experience with DnD and Storytelling. 🔮I have paid subscriptions for DnDBeyond with lots of material ready to share and Roll20 Premium Content. 📚I stick to the rules for the most part, but I'm also all about exploring "Rule of Cool" with a roll of the dice! [Or a really cool moment that just needs to happen] ✅My goal is to make sure you are able to enjoy our sessions each week! 🖊️Feel free to reach out to me before booking if you're unsure! I'm open to chat outside of game time!
Homebrew rules
🔸 Potions If you drink a health potion as an action, you get the maximum possible hit points back. If you drink a health potion as a bonus action, you roll to regain your hit points. 🔸 If you want to give a consumable to someone else, it takes an action. If you are giving them health potion, they have to roll to any relevant dice to regain potential hit points. 🤯Heroic Inspiration - Heroic Inspiration points can be used on any d20 roll and they can be used to re-roll a damage roll. [Eg- Fireball damage] 💀Death Rolls are made in private to the DM
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Headphones
Platforms used
Safety
How The Final Boss Dungeon creates a safe table
🛡️To ensure a safe and comfortable environment for all players, I use the following safety tools: 🔍 Lines and Veils: We'll define clear lines (topics off-limits) and veils (topics to address indirectly) to ensure everyone's comfort. 🗓️ Open Door Policy: Your well-being is important. Feel free to step away from the game if needed. [Do the best you can to inform the DM as early as possible] 🌟Stars and Wishes: We use this format for constructive criticisms and letting the DM know what we want to have as well as items we are iterested in. 🗣️Our sessions will be held on Discord, with DND Beyond for character management and Roll20 for our VTT. ⏰ Convenient Playtime: Our 3-hour max sessions are designed with your convenience in mind. We'll include one short 10-15 minute break so you can recharge, stretch your legs, or take care of personal matters. 💥We prioritize fun, inclusivity, and respectful interaction, fostering a creative and cooperative atmosphere.
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