Within the Mists | Curse of Strahd 2024 (Roleplay Heavy)
The mists drag under your feet, crawling and scratching to bring you further within the Domain of Dread. He is always watching.
$20.00
/ Session
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Weekly / Monday - 2:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
0 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Curse of Strahd is a gothic horror campaign set in the mist-shrouded land of Barovia-a realm cut off from the outside world, where dread hangs heavy in the air and the past refuses to stay buried. This is a dark fantasy setting inspired by classic horror: crumbling villages, haunted forests, cursed nobles, and an ever-present sense that something powerful is watching from the shadows. The tone is tense, atmospheric, and character-driven. This game leans heavily into roleplay, mystery, and meaningful choices. Combat is dangerous and deliberate rather than constant, and clever thinking, caution, and emotional investment are often more valuable than brute force. Your actions matter, and the world will respond to who you are and what you do, for better or worse. I run a cinematic, immersive game that prioritizes player agency and story. Expect vivid descriptions, strong NPCs, moral dilemmas, and moments of quiet unease alongside bursts of terror and triumph. This is a collaborative narrative where your character’s fears, flaws, and hopes are just as important as their abilities on a character sheet. This campaign is ideal for players who enjoy rich storytelling, gothic horror themes, and roleplay-forward play. New players are welcome, as are veterans looking for a slower, more atmospheric experience. If you like suspense, tragic villains, and stories where courage is tested in the dark, Barovia is waiting. *All Experiences Welcome! Session 0 Free!*
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(5)
1 year on StartPlaying
7 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Teacher, Inclusive
Average response time: 20 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hello, and welcome all adventurers! I'm Mask Trader, but you can just call me Mask! I'm 25 years old, and for the past 7 years, I've both been a Dungeon Master and a player for some incredible games. I love using Dungeons and Dragons and the rules that come with it as a baseline, but over all, the whole point of D&D is to have a fun, interactive time (that is my motto anyways). A bit about me, I LOVE D&D and telling stories, but I also enjoy getting out into nature and doing archery as well. I enjoy researching other TTRPGs, and of course, collecting masks. If you have any questions for me, please feel free to reach out, I'll be more than happy to answer!
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Creating your character
Character Creation: -Characters will be created on D&D Beyond and imported into Foundry, where we will track your abilities, spells, feats, and everything else! (I will be giving a campaign link that will allow you access to all of my content on D&D Beyond). -Characters will be created before or in session 0 where we will set the expectation, house rules, and answer any questions you may have! -Feel free to DM me about any questions you may have (whether regarding the campaign, character creation, or anything else you may be wondering about)!
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Players will need: -A PC capable of running FoundryVTT and D&D Beyond -A working microphone -A Discord account -A free D&D beyond account
What Mask Trader brings to the table
What I provide: -All source materials for character creation on D&D Beyond. -Foundry VTT access to all players -Custom maps from the module and made by myself -Built in foundry background music (players can also control) to enhance the immersion. -Custom voices for all NPCs and characters that may be introduced. -Backstories that are implemented into the story.
Homebrew rules
Homebrew Rules: -Drinking a potion is a bonus action. -Flanking grants advantage, but both allies must be opposite of each other from an enemy in order to grant it.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Mask Trader creates a safe table
• Open Door • Session 0 • X, N, and O Cards that will be messaged privately. • Discord section to explain Lines and Veils
Content warnings
Safety tools used