Into the Mists: The Curse of Strahd ✨️First Session 50%!✨️
You find yourself in the dreary land of Barovia, a domain of dread under the rulership of a powerful vampire, who likes to play with his food...
$50.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Friday - 11:30 PM UTC
Mar 13 / Session 11
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
3 / 6 Seats Filled
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Schedule
Meet your party members
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About the adventure
Under raging storm clouds, a lone figure stands silhouetted against the ancient walls of Castle Ravenloft. The vampire Count Strahd von Zarovich stares down a sheer cliff at the village below. A cold, bitter wind spins dead leaves about him, billowing his cape in the darkness. Lightning splits the clouds overhead, casting stark white light across him. Strahd turns to the sky, revealing the angular muscles of his face and hands. He has a look of power—and of madness. His once handsome face is contorted by a tragedy darker than the night itself. Rumbling thunder pounds the castle spires. The wind’s howling increases as Strahd turns his gaze back to the village. Far below, yet not beyond his ken, a party of adventurers has just entered his domain. Strahd’s face forms a twisted smile as his dark plan unfolds. He knew they were coming, and he knows why they have come—all according to his plan. He, the master of Ravenloft, will attend to them. Another lightning flash rips through the darkness, its thunder echoing through the castle’s towers. But Strahd is gone. Only the howling of the wind—or perhaps a lone wolf—fills the midnight air. The master of Ravenloft is having guests for dinner. And you are invited.
Game style
Combat Heavy
Roleplay Heavy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
3 years on StartPlaying
420 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Knows the Rules, Storytelling
About me
I’ve been passionate about TTRPGs ever since a few friends first invited me to their table. My very first game was a homebrew setting using Pathfinder rules, and although the adventure itself was rough, the sense of freedom, creativity, and community it sparked had me hooked immediately. That early experience pushed me to start GMing, beginning with Star Wars: The Roleplaying Game. The system wasn’t the smoothest, but I quickly discovered how much I enjoyed bringing people together each week and crafting stories tailored to my players. Since then, I’ve been running games for over a decade, both in person and online, with players from all over the world. While working as a contractor on an air base in Japan, I began to build a small gaming community that would be come Friendly Neighborhood Games. Over the years, I’ve run everything from one-shots to long campaigns, across multiple systems and genres, and I’ve had the privilege of working with players of all styles and experience levels. For me, GMing is about creating a welcoming space where everyone at the table can tell a story together. It’s been one of the most rewarding parts of my life, and I’m excited to bring that same energy, creativity, and care to new groups and new adventures.
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Creating your character
Character creation will happen in a group Session 0, or in a one-on-one Session 0 after the campaign has started.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
A Discord account and working mic are required. A Webcam is preferred, but not mandatory. A basic understanding of the rules from the Player's Handbook. We're on FoundryVTT, so no physical items are required. Dice and Character Sheets are included in the system.
What Dylan, Friendly Neighborhood GM brings to the table
I will bring art, maps, and music; as well as host FoundryVTT. I tend to follow a "Natural Consequences of your Actions" style of GMing. I will never force a loss and never force a success. Players win or lose based on their own choices and dice rolls.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Dylan, Friendly Neighborhood GM creates a safe table
Safety tools are implemented, both in Discord and in FoundryVTT. X, N, & O Cards are present in Foundry, Lines & Veils are established in the Session 0 as well as channels in the Discord. Likewise, we have an Open Door policy.
Content warnings
Safety tools used