Curse of Strahd | Gothic Horror Campaign | Levels 1-12+
In the heart of Barovia awaits an ancient vampire — Insatiable, cruel, and yearning. To whom shall he send your last word as you enter into his realm?
$25.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Saturday - 2:30 AM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
2 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Step into the mist-shrouded realm of Barovia, where ancient evil lurks in the shadows and hope withers like autumn leaves. "Curse of Strahd" beckons both seasoned adventurers and brave newcomers to a land of gothic horror and insidious intrigue. As experienced players, you'll relish the deep, morally complex narrative and the chance to match wits with Strahd von Zarovich—a tragic villain whose cunning and cruelty have been honed over centuries. Navigate political tensions, uncover long-buried secrets, and face creatures that defy your darkest nightmares. For those new to the table, fear not. The rich, atmospheric setting provides ample opportunities to develop your character and find your place in the party. You'll grow alongside veterans as you explore haunted villages, brave the twisting corridors of Castle Ravenloft, and make decisions that will echo through Barovia's cursed valleys. Will you fall to the maddening influence of the land, or will you be the light that pierces Barovia's eternal darkness? The Curse of Strahd awaits, a tale of horror and heroism where every choice matters and the line between savior and monster blurs with each roll of the dice. Gather your courage, sharpen your blades, and prepare your spells. Barovia calls, and destiny—or damnation—awaits.
Game style
Combat Lite
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(17)
4 years on StartPlaying
251 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Voices
About me
Hola! I'm Summy, a professional GM here to create some fun games with you! You'll take on many roles as we play games together, from veteran adventurers hoping to rescue the world of Barovia from a legendary vampire, to middle school kids from Smalltown, Michigan trying to uncover the secrets the adults are keeping from you. I mainly run Dungeons and Dragons 5th Edition! Interested in what games I have open? Check out my listings on StartPlaying! If you're looking to get your feet wet, check out our dedicated Discord Server where current and past players discuss monster strategies, character builds, and post memes. Any rudeness or creepy behavior is not accepted https://discord.gg/Pc36jyp7Dy My games strive to be inclusive and LGBT+ friendly, and I'm always willing to learn how best to accommodate my players' needs. :)
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Creating your character
Characters are Created and Discussed at Session 0 but if you want to pre-plan here is what you need: 🧙♂️ Level 1 Character 📊 Standard Array Stats 🎮 Please join the discord for more details! There will also be pre-generated character ideas to use if you need help creating a character!
What to expect
Preparing for the session
🌐 Steady Internet Connection 🎮 Discord Account (https://discord.com/) 📚 D&D Beyond Account (https://www.dndbeyond.com/) 🎙️ Working Microphone for Voice Chat 🎲 Favorite Set of Dice (Optional) If you need help setting any of these up, let me know!
What Summy brings to the table
💻 D&D Beyond Pro Account (Access to all sourcebooks!) 🗺️ Map Making/Optimizing Software to create and use unique maps! 👥 Thriving Dynamic Discord Server full of info to learn how to play D&D! 😄 A love for improv, having fun, and making awesome memories!
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Headphones
Internet
Mobile Phone
Platforms used
Safety
How Summy creates a safe table
Session 0 will take place over Discord (Link will be sent!) This is where we will go over character creation, lines and veils, safety tools, and get to know one another! If you don't feel comfortable doing a voice or acting in the game, that is totally ok! We are here to have fun, so do what would be most fun for you! We will be using D&D classes and characters and the campaign will likely go from Level 1-13. Please let me know if you're hoping to use some homebrew materials so we can incorporate them into the world together :)
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