Marybeth's School for the Abnormally Gifted [Curseborne]

Marybeth's School for the Abnormally Gifted [Curseborne]

Come explore the spooky at the Academy

TYPE

Campaign

SYSTEM

Curseborne

LANGUAGE

English

EXPERIENCE

Open to all

AGE

18+
3 NEEDED TO START
$27.00

/ Session

Details

3 players following this game

Weekly / Wednesday - 8:00 PM UTC

Session Duration / 2.75–3 hours

1 / 5 Seats Filled

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This game will begin once 4 players have joined

Meet your party members

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About the adventure

Welcome to Marybeth's Academy for the Abnormally Gifted. We trust that you can find your place among your fellow Accursed in these hallowed halls as we prepare you for the world of curses. Understand that while we offer safety from the facility and its students, other dangers remain. Should you ignore the warnings, well... it can be hard on one's health. Hello all, and welcome to Curseborne, an urban fantasy game about playing a monster that is drawn into a world of Curses. PCs will play as a student at the Academy, exploring social dynamics, their own monstrous nature, and the mysteries of the nearby small town. So find your rooms, get your texts ready, and let's dive into this messy world.

Game style

Combat Lite

Puzzle / Mystery Focused

Roleplay Heavy

Meet the Game Master

5.0

(169)

TOP GM
LGBTQ+
Neurodivergent
Game Designer

6 years on StartPlaying

1514 games hosted

Highly rated for: Beginner Friendly, Inclusive, Knows the Rules

Average response time: 24+ hours

Response rate: 100%

About me

Hello, I am Matthew Pauze, and I have been a passionate Game Master since 1993. Throughout my years in the tabletop RPG and LARP communities, I have had the opportunity to run and participate in various systems. Currently, I reside in Canada with my family and partner. In 2019, with the rise of Covid-19, I shifted my focus to online platforms such as Discord and Roll20. I aim to introduce and highlight some of the lesser-known gems in the TTRPG community rather than just relying on popular systems like Dungeons and Dragons. In addition to my experience as a Game Master, I also have a strong passion for RPG design. I love exploring new and innovative ways to bring stories to life and create unique and memorable gaming experiences for my players. I am particularly interested in horror settings, as I find something extraordinary about creating an atmosphere of suspense and fear around the table. Another aspect of my work that I take great pride in is my ability to tailor my storytelling style to the needs and preferences of my player troupe. I understand that every group is unique and that I must adapt my approach to ensure everyone has a great time as a group. Whether adjusting the pace, adding more humor, or focusing on a particular story aspect, I always strive to create the ideal experience for my player's troupe. Please note that I do not generally offer my services for children's events. If I cannot accommodate a client, I will help get them in contact with someone who can. Note: Nazis, racists, sexists, transphobes, homophobes, and other bigots are explicitly prohibited from playing, reading, watching, or enjoying my games. In fact, I'd rather you avoided my games altogether. If you have to ask whether this statement is about you, it is.

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Character creation

Creating your character

We'll create characters in session 0. Those who join later will need to schedule a mini Session 0 to get ready.

What to expect

Preparing for the session

You will find a Discord link in the prep material. If joining after session 0, you will need to schedule a meet up to help you get set up with a character. We use Foundry to track and play at the table.

What Matthew brings to the table

I will bring a tale tailored to the Troupe and a prepped foundry table to help us learn the game and provide tools.

Equipment needed to play

Internet

Computer

Microphone

Safety

How Matthew creates a safe table

We make use of some safety tools. X card, hands up, Lines/veils.

Content warnings

Blood
Body Horror
Cannibalism
Character Death
Classism
Death
Extreme Violence
Forced Blood Draining
Illness
Language/Cursing
Mind Control
Murder
Violence
Violence against Children

Safety tools used

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