Curse of Strahd / Beginner Freindly/ Gothic horror

Creating your character

Character Creation & Session Zero During Session 0 we will be meeting in Discord. We'll create all characters together during Session Zero using Alchemy RPG. This gives everyone the opportunity to build their characters collaboratively, establish meaningful connections with one another, and weave their backstories directly into the campaign's world and themes. No prior character creation is necessary. During Session Zero, we'll walk through the rules, create your character step-by-step in Alchemy RPG, discuss party dynamics, answer any questions, and establish the relationships that will shape your adventure. By the end of the session, everyone will be ready to begin the campaign with characters that feel connected to both the world and each other.

Preparing for the session

Please download AlchemyRPG before session zero and Join our Discord Server @ https://discord.gg/VgEKUz7Kt

What Joseph P brings to the table

My GM Style I believe the best stories are the ones we create together. My games are highly cinematic, character-driven, and immersive, with a focus on meaningful choices rather than simply moving from one combat to the next. The world reacts to your actions, your decisions have lasting consequences, and your character's backstory becomes part of the adventure instead of something left on a character sheet. Expect richly described locations, distinct NPC voices, ambient music, and dynamic soundscapes that help bring each scene to life. Whether you're negotiating with a suspicious faerie, exploring forgotten ruins beneath the stars, or standing before the weredragon tyrant herself, my goal is to make every moment feel memorable and alive. Combat is exciting and dangerous, but it serves the story rather than interrupting it. Encounters are designed with cinematic objectives, environmental hazards, and meaningful stakes beyond simply defeating every enemy. Creative solutions are always encouraged, and if you have a clever idea that fits the fiction, I'll usually lean toward the Rule of Cool while respecting the spirit of the rules. Perhaps my favorite part of running games is asking questions that give players ownership of the world. You won't just discover the story—you'll help create it. I'll regularly invite you to define memories, relationships, rumors, and pieces of the setting that make your hero feel like they truly belong. Together, we'll build a world where fate may be written in the stars, but the legend belongs to those brave enough to change it.

How Joseph P creates a safe table

Player comfort and safety are a priority at my table. We use Alchemy RPG’s built-in safety tools, including Handles, allowing players to communicate boundaries and concerns easily and respectfully. I strive to create a welcoming, inclusive environment where everyone feels comfortable contributing to the story. If anything becomes uncomfortable during play, we’ll address it immediately so everyone can continue enjoying the game.