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No Dawn in Barovia | Curse of Strahd Full Campaign
Good Enough for Strahd, Good Enough for the likes of you.
$20.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Thursday - 11:00 PM UTC
Aug 13 / Session 2
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
2 / 5 Seats Filled
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Meet your party members
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About the adventure
The road behind you has vanished beneath the mist. Ahead lies Barovia—a forgotten valley of crumbling villages, haunted forests, desperate survivors, and Castle Ravenloft watching from above. The land belongs to Count Strahd von Zarovich, an ancient vampire who knows you have entered his domain. He is patient, intelligent, and far more interested in testing your convictions than simply ending your lives. Every promise, alliance, and act of mercy may become a weapon in the struggle to escape him. This is a long-form gothic horror campaign for players who want deep character growth, meaningful choices, and a party invested in the story built together. Most sessions will be spent in character, investigating secrets, earning trust, and restoring hope to the frightened and weary people. Navigate relational minefields and discover your reason to fight. Combat will be less frequent but dangerous, tactical, and capable of changing the campaign permanently. Exploration will appear in focused moments as you cross hostile wilderness, enter forgotten places, and search for the few advantages Barovia has not already taken from you. Survival will necessitate teamwork, yet even then... you will not return the same. The way forward is deadly, the way back impossible. Barovia punishes isolation, arrogance, and indecision. Its ruler watches for fractures he can exploit. You will encounter: - enemies beyond your current strength - choices without clean answers - moments when retreat is wiser than heroism Character death is possible, allies can be lost, and delaying actions may allow suffering to spread. Your decisions carry weight because the people of Barovia may not receive another chance if you fail. The campaign will use the 2024 core rules as its foundation. Selected official legacy options may be approved when they support a character concept without undermining party balance or replacing an updated version of the same material. How to tell if this adventure is for you. Only join if you enjoy: - immersive roleplay - consequential choices - challenging encounters - shared storytelling - the long-term commitment required to stand together when the mists begin closing in
Game style
Puzzle / Mystery Focused
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Roleplay Heavy
Theater of the Mind
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(12)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
13 games hosted
Highly rated for: Storytelling, Creativity, Beginner Friendly
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
My love for tabletop roleplaying began as a way to spend meaningful time with my family. What started as a family hobby quickly became a passion for writing adventures, portraying memorable characters, and helping players build confidence and a sense of belonging through shared storytelling experiences. Today, I run reliable, character-driven Dungeons & Dragons campaigns for new, returning, and experienced players. At my table, you can expect: - Meaningful choices that shape the story - Immersive roleplay and memorable NPCs - Creative problem-solving - Story-focused combat - Every character matters - Clear communication and dependable scheduling - Patient support for new and returning players As an educator, voice actor, and game designer, I make D&D approachable without removing its depth or challenge. You do not need years of experience to belong at my table! I only expect you to bring a willingness to participate, collaborate, and help create a great story with us. New and returning players receive: - Help understanding their character sheet - Guidance turning ideas into game mechanics - Patient explanations during play - Encouragement to make their own decisions - Support building confidence from session to session Your choices matter. Your character belongs in the story. Let’s discover what happens next. Still Gaming periodically sponsors community seats for foster families, first responders, military families, and households seeking a shared storytelling experience. Sponsored opportunities are limited and announced separately from regularly scheduled professional campaigns. (Discord)
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Creating your character
A dedicated session zero will verify that each player can contribute to build a backstory worthy of this epic tale. Bring a character idea and suggestions as to how you fit into the greater narrative.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
Join the discord link upon joining. A campaign invitation will be given upon session zero.
What Still brings to the table
Every session will be prepared with purpose. I will arrive on time with the encounters, characters, maps, handouts, and story developments needed to make the world feel alive. Player's Beware! - Your choices will matter - Your backstory will have a place in the campaign - The consequences of your actions will continue to shape the adventure long after the dice stop rolling. As your DM I will provide - Clear narration - Memorable NPCs - Organized combat - Consistent rulings - Meaningful opportunities for every character to contribute. I will manage the pacing so that roleplay has room to breathe, dangerous encounters feel exciting rather than chaotic, and each session moves the larger story forward. The 2024 rules will be applied fairly and consistently, with approved legacy material handled carefully to preserve balance across the party. I will respect your time and financial investment through reliable communication, thoughtful preparation, and a welcoming table where everyone is treated with respect. I will listen to feedback, celebrate your character’s victories, and make adjustments when they improve the experience for the group. **You will never be expected to care more about this campaign than the person running it.** Most importantly, I promise to create a campaign worth returning to each week: a dangerous, character-driven journey filled with hard choices, lasting relationships, earned triumphs, and a story that could only have been created by this party.
Homebrew rules
Homebrew rules will be discussed with party during session zero. They will be clearly communicated and easily accessible for all players.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Webcam
Computer or Mobile Device
Platforms used
Safety
How Still creates a safe table
Ravenloft and the campaign associated with Curse of Strahd is on par with a typical R-Rated Horror film. As such, it is intended for only players over the age of 18. Please communicate with the GM to ensure your comfort level with any material that may be depicted. Any and all offensive content discussed by players and the GM are intended to have narrative and atmospheric purpose. In other words, expect the villains to act like a villain and have actions that reflect their true nature as the evil force they are intended to represent.
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