Curse of Strahd | Gothic Horror D&D Adventure
The master of Castle Ravenloft is having guests for dinner and you are invited. Unravel the mysteries of Ravenloft
$18.00
/ Session
Details
2 players following this game
Weekly / Thursday - 5:30 PM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
0 / 5 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Curse of Strahd: Gothic Horror D&D Adventure The mists have claimed you. Barovia has no escape—and its vampire lord may already know your name. Welcome to Barovia, a land trapped beneath a sunless sky, where abandoned villages whisper of old horrors and Castle Ravenloft looms over everything. Here, the dead do not always stay dead, trust is dangerous, and the attention of Count Strahd von Zarovich is something no adventurer should want. Will you uncover the secrets of this cursed land, find allies among its desperate inhabitants, and stand against the vampire who rules it? Or will Barovia claim you as it has so many others? What to expect - Gothic horror and mystery: Unsettling locations, dangerous secrets and choices with consequences. - Meaningful roleplay: Develop your character, build relationships and decide who you can trust. - Challenging encounters: Combat where preparation, teamwork and creative thinking matter. - A story shaped by you: Your decisions will influence how your journey through Barovia unfolds. New to D&D? You're welcome. Whether this is your first adventure or you're an experienced player, I'll help you get comfortable at the table. We'll create characters together if needed, and I'll walk you through Foundry VTT during Session Zero. We play using Discord for voice chat and Foundry VTT for maps and gameplay. Webcams are optional. If you enjoy dark fantasy, atmospheric storytelling, mysteries and dangerous choices, Barovia is waiting for you.
Game style
Combat Heavy
Dungeon Crawl
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
5.0
(17)
Less than a year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Rule of Cool, Beginner Friendly, World Builder
About me
Hail and well met brave adventurers. I’m a story-focused Game Master who loves weaving immersive, character-driven adventures where player choices truly matter. My games blend roleplay, exploration, and combat, with a strong emphasis on atmosphere and storytelling. At my table, everyone gets a chance to shine. Whether you’re brand new or experienced, I aim to create a welcoming, safe and engaging space where you can get fully immersed in the story. I also run my own company in 3D printing miniatures, dice making and other TTRPG accessories. So if you’re looking for a GM who brings creativity, flexibility, and a bit of magic to every session, you’re in the right place.
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Creating your character
If you're a new player, I'll help you throughout the entire process by building out a character. All characters will begin at level 1 using a Standard Array for Attributes, and may use official material from Player's Handbook, Xanathar's Guide to Everything, & Tasha's Cauldron of Everything. If you'd like to use something from another official source, just ask first. Characters can be created using D&D Beyond or any character sheet you prefer. I can help with setup if needed.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
For this campaign, you'll need the following: - Discord account - A microphone or headset suitable for use on Discord (your phone can work for this if you have a quiet area to play) - A computer, laptop, tablet, or a combination of these capable of running both Discord and FoundryVTT simultaneously. - Webcams are optional We'll use Disord to talk during the sessions. Once you secure your spot in the game, you'll receive the link to join my server. We'll use Foundry VTT for our VTT. I understand that this is a new platform for many people. However, it's straightforward to use and runs easily on most computers. There's nothing to download for it, and I'll do an orientation to it during Session Zero. Please don't hesitate to reach out if you have any questions as you prepare for the session.
What GM Connor brings to the table
- High quality maps - Discord server for gameplay - A fun, dynamic, adaptive DM-style - Collaborative atmosphere - Intense in-game challenges - A strong, evocative narrative style - Thematic background music
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How GM Connor creates a safe table
We will have a session zero to see if the group is a good fit We can talk privately about topics than can make you feel unconfortable, as well as a lines and veils document
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