Ballad of the Forsaken | 🧛♂️ A Curse of Strahd Adventure 🧛♂️
Within the cursed mists of Barovia, our adventurers must learn to be brave in the face of terrible odds if they are ever to find the light.
$28.00
/ Session
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Weekly / Saturday - 2:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 3–3.5 hours
0 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
In the "Ballad of the Forsaken," the eerie realm of Barovia awaits, cloaked in a darkness that weaves terror into the very stones of its desolate castles and whispers through the forlorn villages. Here, horror is a constant companion, and each shrouded turn holds the potential for unspeakable malice to unfold. As you navigate the relentless gloom, your every choice reverberates through the shadows, tempting fate with the promise of becoming either a forgotten wraith or a defiant beacon in the encroaching darkness. Will your tale be lost in the silence of the night, or will it rise as a harrowing hymn of survival in the face of Barovia's timeless dread? 👶 Beginner-Friendly: Don't worry if you're new to the D&D universe. I've got your back and will guide you through every step! 🎤 Voice-Acted Characters: Get ready for an immersive experience as our characters come to life with voice acting! 🎲 All-Inclusive Campaign Kit: I provide *almost* everything you need; Virtual Tabletop setup, beautifully illustrated maps, spine-tingling music, and atmosphere-enhancing ambiance. You'll want a Discord account, a D&D Beyond Account, 🎤a working microphone🎤, and a browser that can support Foundry VTT. We'll troubleshoot any potential issues during session 0. 📝 Pre-Game Prep: Before we hit Session 0, you'll fill out a quick survey about your play style preferences, consent checklist, and 'lines and veils' to ensure everyone's comfort. 🧛♂️ Classic 5e Adventure: "Curse of Strahd" is a beloved staple of the 5e lineup, promising a mix of gothic horror and thrilling adventure. Although I will be home-brewing many aspects of it. 🕸️ Dynamic World: Your choices matter. The world reacts and changes based on your actions, creating lasting consequences. Watch as the story unfolds uniquely because of your decisions. ✨ Creative Solutions: Combat isn't always the answer. I encourage clever problem-solving, negotiation, and investigation to overcome challenges. Flex those creative muscles! 🎭 Roleplay Richness: Get ready to dive deep into your character with engaging roleplay opportunities that will have you and your companions developing complex backstories and rich interactions. Can't wait to start this adventure with you! Let's create an unforgettable story together! 🎲🖤
Game style
Roleplay Heavy
Sandbox / Open World
Tactical / Crunchy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(16)
4 years on StartPlaying
360 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Storytelling, Beginner Friendly
Average response time: 19 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Greetings! I have been into TTRPGs and game/level design for several years. I've made board games, card games, video games, and I will keep working to incorporate that experience into role playing games. I was introduced to TTRPGs through Pathfinder a couple of years ago and couldn't get enough of it. It's a great way to hang out with friends, and I love the creativity and community these games encourage.
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Creating your character
We will begin at level 2, and I will provide a few prompts for new players to help them create their character. We can talk more about it over messages or during session 0.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You'll need a microphone, a Discord, a D&D beyond account, and a web browser that can support the Virtual Tabletop (FoundryVTT). We'll do character creation, and a tutorial on Foundry and or DND5e if you'd like.
What Eggothy | Dylan brings to the table
A Discord server, the Virtual Tabletop, music, maps, artwork, my collection of books on DNDBeyond, spooky vibes.
Homebrew rules
I have a few homebrew rules prepared, but I prefer modification to core rules to be a discussion with the players. We can go over this over Discord and or during session 0.
Equipment needed to play
Microphone
Internet
Computer or Mobile Device
Platforms used
Safety
How Eggothy | Dylan creates a safe table
You may encounter gothic horror, body horror, psychological horror, cosmic horror. We will go over safety tools, player consent, and player boundaries during session 0. I will check in with players to make sure everybody is having a good time.
Content warnings
Safety tools used