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The Crooked Moon
Travel to the land of Druskenvald and expose a secret cult in this 5e Folk Horror campaign that isn't for the faint of heart!
$15.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Thursday - 11:00 PM UTC
Feb 26 / Session 5
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
5 / 6 Seats Filled
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Schedule
Meet your party members
5/6
About the adventure
A ticket to Druskenvald waits in your hand. You never bought it- yet the Ghostlight Express has arrived. Board now, for the chosen… or the damned. Druskenvald is no ordinary land. Trapped in eternal twilight, ruled by a crooked moon, it is a place where folklore breathes, cults whisper in petrified forests, and nightmares walk in flesh. Every shadow hides a secret. Every choice has a price. You will land in Wickermoor Hollow, a valley of ancient rituals and unsettling devotion. Here, madness masquerades as faith, and curses hunger for new victims. WHAT AWAITS YOU * Unravel the Darkness: Discover the pacts and powers buried beneath the soil. * Embrace the Curse: Survive chaotic afflictions that twist your fate- or surrender to them. * Become the Legend: Unlock grim subclasses and powers like the Harbinger Ranger or the Oath of Castigation Paladin. * Will you bring dawn to Druskenvald, or will the crooked moon triumph, plunging the land into eternal night? Step aboard the Ghostlight Express. The story is yours- if you survive to tell it. Session 0 and Session 1 are free
Game style
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Tactical / Crunchy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(15)
5 years on StartPlaying
27 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Teacher
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
Your Guide to Unforgettable Adventures I've been running TTRPGs since 1985, and in that time, I've learned that the best games are the ones you're still talking about years later. I’m not just a Game Master; I’m a world-builder, a storyteller, and your personal guide to a world of adventure. With me at the helm, you're not just playing a game—you're living a story we create together.
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Creating your character
The person you were before you received your ticket no longer matters. Druskenvald will reshape you. Session Zero: We will forge your character together before our first session, ensuring they are perfectly woven into the grim tapestry of this world. The Tools of Fate: We will use D&D Beyond to create your character, but the rules of the outside world are different here. You will roll for your stats using 1d10+8, for the crooked moon does not favour the predictable. Partnered Content: We will be using official 2024 rules and exclusive partnered content from Avantris Entertainment. Other powers may be permitted, but only if they are deemed worthy of this cursed land.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
The Journey: Join my Discord server, our sanctuary from the encroaching shadows. Enter the D&D Beyond campaign, where your character's fate will be recorded. Fill out the consent form—a pact between us for the story we will tell.
What Joe brings to the table
My Pact with You: I provide a safe, inclusive haven for all to explore the darkness without fear of real-world hatred or politics. I will be the voice of the world, bringing every character and creature to life. I embrace the "rule of cool" because the best stories defy expectations. Expect challenging combat and deep, meaningful role-play. You will receive a PDF summary after each session—a chronicle of your journey.
Homebrew rules
Rules of this Cursed Land The laws of nature are bent here. Heed these truths, lest you be consumed: No Darkvision: The darkness in Druskenvald is absolute. No mortal eyes, regardless of species, can pierce it without the aid of magic or a flickering flame. The Perils of Exhaustion: The very air is heavy with despair. Rest is fleeting, and the longer you go without it, the more the land will try to claim you. Critical Fates: The crooked moon is a fickle entity. Double 20s will result in an "ultra-critical," a moment of brilliant, savage power. Conversely, a natural 1 on a saving throw against a damaging spell will result in a critical hit, as the magic of this land seizes its opportunity. And More... We will discuss the other unique mechanics of this world during our Session Zero.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
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Safety
How Joe creates a safe table
Even in a world of horror, your safety is paramount. We will use a comprehensive set of safety tools, including: Consent Forms & Session 0 Digital Safety Cards (X, N, and O Cards) Lines and Veils Open Door Policy Aftercare, Bleed, and Debriefing Discussions This ensures that we can explore the darkness of the story while respecting the light within each of us.
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