Curse of Strahd: Under cover of Vampiric Darkness
Are you brave enough to face the ancient darkness? Join our Curse of Strahd Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where danger lurks around every corner.
$25.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Monday - 1:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 2–3 hours
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Embark on a Terrifying Journey in the Realm of Barovia! Are you brave enough to face the ancient darkness? Join our Curse of Strahd Dungeons & Dragons campaign, where danger lurks around every corner, and every decision could be your last! Enter Barovia, a cursed land shrouded in perpetual mist, ruled by the enigmatic and sinister vampire lord, Strahd von Zarovich. 🧙 What to Expect: A Gothic Horror Adventure: Unearth secrets, battle nightmarish foes, and outwit Strahd’s sinister plans. Immersive Roleplay: Dive into deep storytelling with opportunities for character growth and personal arcs. Challenging Encounters: From cunning traps to deadly creatures, every session is a test of strategy and skill. Richly Detailed World: Explore the eerie villages, haunted forests, and the looming menace of Castle Ravenloft. 🕒 Game Details: System: Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition Experience Level: Open to both new adventurers and seasoned heroes Sessions: Bi-Weekly Platform: Roll20 🎠Bring Your Character to Life: Whether you're a vengeful paladin, a morally ambiguous rogue, or a haunted bard, your story will intertwine with the cursed tapestry of Barovia. 🌒 Will You Escape the Darkness? The mists are calling, and Strahd watches from the shadows. Will you rise as heroes—or become another tale in his eternal saga? 📩 Spots are limited! Enroll now to secure your seat and start your journey into the heart of darkness. Beware: Not all who enter Barovia will leave unscathed.
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Dungeon Crawl
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(9)
3 years on StartPlaying
154 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, World Builder
Average response time: 4 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hey there, adventurers! I go by The Forever DM on Discord, but feel free to call me Nick! I’m 27 years old and have over 13 years of experience playing and running tabletop RPGs, especially D&D and games like it. My style is relaxed, creative, and collaborative. I love running dynamic sandbox campaigns with multiple story threads, tailored to the players’ characters and preferred play styles. Whether it’s a custom world or a published module, I aim to make every session feel personal and engaging. I’m well-versed in both D&D 5e and Pathfinder 2e, and I also run games using the Star Wars 5e conversion. I believe everyone deserves a seat at the table—whether you're a seasoned veteran or brand new to the hobby. My goal is always to create a fun, inclusive space where players feel safe experimenting, exploring, and expressing themselves. My friends know me as a DM who lets chaos reign (within reason!), and I do my best to say “yes, and...” whenever possible. I primarily use Roll20 to run my games, as it's given me the best results in creating immersive, organized sessions. I’ve also run systems like Masks: A New Generation, and I’m always open to learning new ones if it means creating the best experience for my players. More than anything, I want to build lasting memories and foster real camaraderie through shared storytelling. So if that sounds like your kind of table—pull up a chair. Let’s roll some dice and make something unforgettable. All the best, Nick
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Creating your character
Roll best out of three times for a total of 75 or higher. And players will make characters on Roll 20 or DnD Beyond.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Internet Access, a free Roll20.net account and a Microphone will be required for play during the session time for game access and communications. You will also require a competent web browser (ideally Chrome or Opera GX), to access the game during the session. As well as Discord. And we will be using Roll20's new Jumpgate VTT features, so be mindful of that.
What The DM Nick brings to the table
Players can expect session zero to cover introductions, the group dynamic (alignment/character preferences, lines and veils, etc.), explanations for what the adventure entails as well as expectations for what the players are looking to find. Any house rules or game settings, such as Milestone leveling, will also be discussed at this time. During sessions they can expect quick flow into or out of combat, some occasional voice work, good knowledge of the rules, and a sharp keeping of start and stop times so we can keep to schedule.
Equipment needed to play
Computer
Internet
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How The DM Nick creates a safe table
On the Roll20, there will be a page where you can edit what you are excited about, and what you don't want to see. And at the end of each session, we will have a discussion about the good and bad bits of the session. In order to see where to go and improve. We will also have a session 0 to discuss character idea and build characters. On the Roll20, there will be a page where you can edit what you are excited about, and what you don't want to see. And at the end of each session, we will have a discussion about the good and bad bits of the session. In order to see where to go and improve. We will also have a session 0 to discuss character idea and build characters.
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