Curse of Strahd:  Enter Barovia

Curse of Strahd: Enter Barovia

The Mists have chosen you. Enter the cursed lands of Barovia, where every choice matters and the immortal Count Strahd watches your every move.

TYPE

Campaign

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
4 NEEDED TO START
$10.00

/ Session

Details

1 player following this game

Weekly / Wednesday - 6:00 AM UTC

Session Duration / 3–3.5 hours

Campaign Length / 3 Sessions

0 / 6 Seats Filled

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About the adventure

The mists have claimed another group of unsuspecting travelers. Drawn into the cursed valley of Barovia, you'll discover a land where hope has all but vanished, villages cower beneath eternal darkness and every path leads to castle Ravenloft- the domain of the ancient vampire Count Strahd von Zarovich. This is Dungeons & Dragons at its finest: a rich gothic horror campaign filled with mystery, memorable NPC's, terrifying monsters, difficult choices and an unforgettable villian. Every decision you make shapes the story and no two journey's through Barovia are ever the same. My games emphasize immersive roleplaying, cinematic storytelling, tactical combat and meaningful exploration. I bring the world to life with custom maps, atmospheric music, handouts, character voices and dynamic encounters that reward creativity just as much as combat. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or stepping into Barovia for the first time, you'll find a welcoming table where every player has the opportunity to shine. Expect a balanced mix of: *rich roleplay and memorable NPC interactions. *challenging tactical combat. *exploration, mystery and investigation. *character-driven storytelling *a respectful, inclusive and beginner-friendly table.

Game style

Organized Play

Rule of Cool (RoC)

Theater of the Mind

Meet the Game Master
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Podcaster
Indigenous
Veteran

Less than a year on StartPlaying

About me

Aloha. I am a player and DM of ttpg's over the past twenty years. Experienced in crafting stories of lore, creating fun and exciting combat scenarios and I love awarding the right player that special magical item. A fan of fantasy novels, deep lore and world-building I aim to immerse myself and when as a DM, the players in a tale of adventure which embraces creativity, wonderment and fun. As both a player and DM I have experience running OSR, 3.5, 4th and 5th edition DND games and campaigns.

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Character creation

Creating your character

Our first meeting will be a session zero where we can work out character creations, party goals and relationships to the upcoming adventure. We will use the Dungeon & Dragons Beyond platform to roll up our stats and to customize our character choices.

What to expect

Preparing for the session

To ensure everything runs smoothly, please complete the following before Session zero or our first game: 1. Create a D&D Beyond account (free accounts work perfectly). Character creation and digital character sheets will be managed through our shared campaign. 2. Join the campaign. I'll send you an invitation link after you sign up. If you don't own the necessary books, I'll share the content through the campaign whenever possible. 3. Join the Discord server. Voice communication, announcements, scheduling and between session discussions will all take place on Discord. A quality microphone is highly recommended. 4. Character creation. Characters will begin at Level 1. We'll create characters together during Session zero or have a rough idea of what you would like to create prior to our session zero. 5. Come ready for adventure! No prior experience is required. Bring your imagination, a collaborative attitude and a willingness to roleplay alongside your fellow adventurers. Technical requirements *D&D Beyond account *Discord account with a microphone *Stable and reliable internet connection *Computer or tablet recommended for the best experience. *Foundry VTT (optional)

What Keona | Da Yogi J Gaming brings to the table

My goal is to create an immersive, cinematic tabletop experience where every session feelsmlike stepping into the world of Barovia. During our campaign you can expect: *Character voices and roleplay for memorable NPCs. *Ambient music and audio effects to enhance atmosphere and tension. *High-quality visual aids, maps, handouts and artwork. *Dynamic combat with tactical encounters that reward teamwork and creative thinking. *Rich-storytelling where your choices shape the world around you. *A balance of roleplay, exploration, mystery and challenging combat. *A welcoming environment for both new and experienced players.

Homebrew rules

I strive to make every session engaging, dramatic and memorable. While I generally follow the rules as written and I am always looking for moments to embrace the rule of cool and to reward creativity when it creates an exciting cinematic moment without disrupting game balance. Some of my favorite homebrew rules are: * Crit that crit * Inspo for exceptional roleplay which leads to an epic cinematic moment in game. * Secret death saves between me and the player only. * Lucky Stand (when dropped to 0 HP) character may decide to stand before falling unconscious on their next turn.

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Microphone

Safety

How Keona | Da Yogi J Gaming creates a safe table

We will go over expectations at session zero for creating a safe and comfortable environment for the group. A link will be sent for your lines and veils document and as well as we will use the X,N and O's digital messaging tool in discord.

Content warnings

Blood
Body Horror
Character Death
Cults
Death
Devils / Demons / Fiends
Forced Blood Draining
Gore
Illness
Insects
Lifechanging Injury
Mind alteration
Mind Control
Nightmares about Traumatic Events
Snakes
Spiders
Trauma
Violence

Safety tools used

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