STRIXHAVEN | Curriculum of Chaos! | Level 1-10
Strixhaven is a place of enlightenment and learning. Both its graduates and delegates are welcomed and respected wherever they go!
$20.00
/ Session
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1 player following this game
Bi-weekly / Saturday - 8:00 AM UTC
Session Duration / 3–4 hours
Campaign Length / 50–100 Sessions
1 / 5 Seats Filled
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Meet your party members
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About the adventure
Founded centuries ago by five ancient dragons, Strixhaven is the premier institution of magical learning, drawing promising young mages from all over. Each equipped with its own campus and faculty, Strixhaven’s five colleges cover a vast array of academic and magical specialties. As a Strixhaven student, you start with a well-rounded education in a rigorous first-year program. In your second year, you choose your preferred specialty at one of the five colleges. You can also partake in a vibrant campus life, with plenty of clubs and other activities. You might even play on one of Strixhaven’s prestigious Mage Tower teams and bask in the adoration of cheering crowds! 🛡️ Safety & Tone This game uses safety tools such as Lines & Veils, the Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist, and check-ins to ensure everyone feels comfortable and included. The tone is lighthearted with moments of tension or mystery, and players are encouraged to lean into character interactions and collaborative storytelling. All players of all backgrounds are welcome, and neurodivergent-friendly play is actively supported at this table.
Game style
Combat Lite
Roleplay Heavy
Game themes
Meet the Game Master
2 years on StartPlaying
2 games hosted
Highly rated for: Creativity, Inclusive, Knows the Rules
Average response time: Under 1 hour
Response rate: 100%
About me
I’m a narrative-first Dungeon Master who thrives on character-driven stories, emotional depth, and a healthy dose of chaos. If you love cinematic roleplay, morally complex choices, and a world that evolves with your party’s every misstep and miracle, you’ll feel right at home at my table. I specialise in creating inclusive, immersive experiences where your characters aren’t just adventurers, they’re part of a living, breathing story. Whether you want to redeem a disgraced bloodline, build a cult out of kobolds, or accidentally charm a fey queen with the wrong love potion, I’ll help you make it unforgettable. As a neurodiverse storyteller, I prioritise psychological safety, clear communication, and collaborative worldbuilding. My tables are queer-friendly, player-focused, and built to celebrate your creativity, not constrain it. Let’s tell the kind of story you’ll still be talking about years from now. I am currently accepting offers to run specific campaign modules published on D&DBeyond. Reach out for more info!
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Creating your character
For this campaign, you can create any level 1 character using any official Class, Species and Background content available. I highly recommend using the free content on D&DBeyond, because it is easy to use. BUT you may use any character sheet tool you prefer. Use the Standard Array (15, 14, 13, 12, 10, 8) to define your character's abilities. Whatever their origins, they are pretty average people. We will have a full (free) Session Zero to kick off the campaign. During this session we will cover basic expectations, and an overview of the campaign setting. Please ensure that you have made the key "build-related" decisions about your character before the Session Zero. We can do fine-tuning and finish off the character sheets during or after Session Zero. If your character sheet is not finalised at the start of the first session, you will have to play with it as-is, and can make adjustments as you level up.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You should prepare for this session by ensuring you have the following: ⏹️ Working (preferably tested) microphone ⏹️ Discord Account (for voice and text RP) ⏹️ D&DBeyond Account (for character sheet) - optional ⏹️ Prepared level 1 character sheet with backstory ⏹️ Foundational understanding of how the character sheet works and where to find things like abilities, spells, and inventory ⏹️ Roll20 Account (for the map) ⏹️ Beyond20 Chrome Extension (install it here https://chromewebstore.google.com/detail/beyond-20/gnblbpbepfbfmoobegdogkglpbhcjofh) IF you are using D&DBeyond for your character sheet.
What Kate (Mask of Many Faces) brings to the table
As your Dungeon Master for this session, you can expect an immersive experience that balances roleplay, atmosphere, and intense tactical combat. I use character voices and ambient music to bring the world to life and help you step into the scene. Combat encounters are randomized and dynamic, designed to challenge your strategy and adaptability. I generally stick to the Rules as Written for consistency and fairness, but I’m always open to bending the rules when a clever or cinematic roleplay moment earns it. Whether you're here to laugh, scheme, or throw a fireball in a library, you're in for a good time.
Homebrew rules
For this campaign, rules such as "flanking" and other custom mechanics will not be used.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Platforms used
Safety
How Kate (Mask of Many Faces) creates a safe table
Player safety and comfort are a top priority at my table. I use the Monte Cook RPG Consent Checklist during player signup to help identify preferences and boundaries. Before the campaign starts, we will have a Session Zero, to discuss basic expectations around comfort levels and safety, and highlight any concerns that players would like to discuss ahead of time. The outcome of this coupled with the Consent Checklist results will be compiled a Lines and Veils document that is shared with everyone before the campaign starts. During the game, I use regular check-ins to monitor how players are feeling. I maintain a clear and open-door policy. If something’s not working for you, we’ll pause, adjust, and move forward together. This is a space for collaborative storytelling, and everyone’s well-being matters.
Content warnings
Safety tools used