Shadows of Ravenloft: A Curse of Strahd Adventure for Lvls 1–11

Creating your character

Once they've joined the table, players will receive invite links for Discord and the D&D Beyond campaign hub. Players should roll up a level 1 character in D&D Beyond. Feel free to use either 2014 or 2024 rules for character creation. Likewise, I will have many sourcebooks and my own content available on D&D Beyond but players may use any official 5e or 5.5e materials they have access to. Personal homebrew content should be discussed and approved before use. These characters will be finalized during Session 0, so there is no pressure to have everything set in stone before then – but please do have an idea of who/what you would like to play. I encourage players to consider their characters' fears and explore these while developing their backstories. Please know that I am eager to talk and happy to help walk players both new and seasoned through this process! I keep "DM Office Hours" and have a dedicated forum on Discord for discussing all things "Player Character."

Preparing for the session

Players should have accounts for D&D Beyond and Discord, as well as a functioning microphone and reliable internet. A camera is encouraged, but ultimately optional. Once they've joined the table, players will receive invite links for the Discord server and the D&D Beyond campaign hub. They will also receive a Consent Form to complete prior to Session 0. I encourage players to keep physical dice and copies of their character sheet handy, but this is not a requirement!

What Jordan brings to the table

I come to the table with a robust understanding of D&D gameplay and a deep, dark love of horror in storytelling. Players can expect curated playlists and ambient tracks, and richly sensory descriptions, both out of combat and in the bloody thick of it. I aim to engage each and every player character and incorporate their stories, giving player and party actions the weight of meaningful consequence. As an artist and DM, I have a knack for creative problem solving and can't help but create unique items, environments, characters, and encounters. I keep "DM Office Hours" and am always happy to talk and teach Dungeons & Dragons! Everyone playing at one of my tables also has access to a Discord server that offers utility far beyond voice and video channels to play our game. You can chat with other players, connect with your fellow party members, share notes, post ideas and artwork, take tutorials in gameplay, and make use of a forum for all things "Player Character."

Homebrew rules

A Potion of Healing my be consumed or tossed to any ally as a Bonus Action. A "workweek" is 4 days instead of 5.

How Jordan creates a safe table

Please keep in mind that this is a horror campaign and a level of discomfort is expected! Lean in and have fun with it! That said, even as characters might experience the crushing dread of Barovia, everyone should feel that the table is a safe space for all players. As such, players will be asked to complete a consent form prior to Session 0. At Session 0 we'll establish lines and veils for the campaign (including my own) and make sure everyone is on the same page. This is also a great time to get to know fellow party members and discuss collective expectations around the game. During our game sessions we will have a planned break, but all players should feel comfortable stepping away as needed and approaching me with any concerns or questions – even in the moment. There will be an optional debrief and "cool down" after each session. Never hesitate to reach out with your thoughts or questions! I am always open to feedback and happy to talk.