Ravenloft: Curse Of Strahd (5e 2014)
Many adventurers have entered the sunless mists of Barovia, but none escape. The vampire lord Strahd Von Zarovich welcomes you to his land.
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Bi-weekly / Tuesday - 6:30 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3.5–4 hours
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
All experience levels from beginners to veterans are welcome! "Within the demiplane of Ravenloft lies an old and forgotten realm, ruled by a powerful and oppressive dark lord. Ancient stories tell of the Valley of Barovia holding many treasures and secrets, but only death awaits adventurers seeking to discover them. One such secret is the mystery of the count Strahd Von Zarovich and why his grip on the valley is both a blessing and a curse. For just like those brave enough to enter his land, he is trapped within its misty walls." Curse Of Strahd is one of the most iconic campaigns in Dungeons and Dragons. It takes place in the misty valley of Barovia. A land riddled with: danger, unspeakable horrors, and of course, vampires. The adventure is a gothic horror sandbox that pits players against the dark lord Strahd Von Zarovich in a battle for survival. For much of the game the goal is to survive long enough to live another day. However, as it progresses the tale of Strahd and Barovia soon becomes revealed and with it, the hope that things might change. Along the way you will explore the land in search of: knowledge, powerful items, and allies that will help you in your quest. However, these things will come at a cost and in a land where your choices will have great consequences, you will decide whats truly important to you. This campaign is suited for all who are interested in playing a darker fantasy game with a heavy focus on player choices and how those shape the world. I adjust the campaign as appropriate to help integrate backstories and any extra quests or content (this includes lighter moments we cant always be doom and gloom). I tend to add a healthy amount of homebrew when it comes to NPCs, stories, and items while still keeping the core themes of the campaign. If this all sounds appealing to you, feel free to sign up or ask as many questions as you want!
Game style
Combat Heavy
Roleplay Heavy
Sandbox / Open World
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
Less than a year on StartPlaying
About me
Hi! I am a big nerd for TTRPGs. I've been playing as a DM for roughly a decade now and it has been a big part in my life since university. I now hope to share what i've learned and enjoyed with others. Player enjoyment and inclusivity are the main driving forces in my games. This means i tend to relate your backstory into the main events of the game and employ a few homebrew rules for a smoother experience. This can of course be discussed at session zero. I've run multiple homebrew and pre-written campaigns. I find a lot of joy in writing silly little one shots for others to play. I also like to make my own maps on Inkarnate and add personal touches to games. "At the end of the day were here to tell a story and have fun."
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Creating your character
Character creation will take place as part of Session 0. If you have an idea for a character and want to know how you go about it please let me know and I am happy to point you in the right direction, however the actual characters will be made at session 0 in order to keep everyone on the same page and answer any questions. Everyone will be starting at level 1 but will have the opportunity to change or respec up to level 3. The characters will be created using the Roll20 5E 2014 character sheets. I allow pretty much all books that arent homebrew.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Create a Roll20 account – Our virtual tabletop for the game. Have a Discord account – We'll be using voice chat here throughout the session. Use a working microphone – So i can hear how you will defeat the bad guy and save the day! Have headphones or speakers – To stay in sync with everyone. Cameras are optional - You do not need to have them on.
What Kane brings to the table
A tailored adventure for all your D&D needs! -A fun rule of cool above all vibe that will have you bragging to your friends about your coolest achievement. -Immersive ambient music and voices to keep you held in Barovia during the game. -Challenging combat, dungeons, and puzzles. -A pretty good time 😎
Homebrew rules
I have a homebrew rules document on my discord server. They're designed to expand what you can do in game and build off the established rules.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Kane creates a safe table
I will keep a safe and comfortable space for you to play your character and ensure that all feel welcome and supported. You will not need any prior experience to play the game and I will answer any questions you may have.
Content warnings
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