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The Crooked Moon | D&D 5.5 Folk Horror | Beginner Friendly!
Under the light of the Crooked Moon an ancient evil stirs. Step into a land of eternal night, where strange creatures and dark forests await.
$25.00
/ Session
Details
Weekly / Wednesday - 2:00 PM UTC
Session Duration / 2–3 hours
0 / 6 Seats Filled
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About the adventure
Greetings, traveler. Welcome to the waystation for the recently... departed. Take heart, for death is not the end. Your ticket awaits, and the Ghostlight Express is boarding now. Where it carries you, and who you become when you arrive, is yours to weave. This is a slow-burn Folk Horror adventure set in the realm of Druskenvald, a land that exists between dusk and the Witching Hour, lit only by the grinning crescent of the Crooked Moon. Expect strange villagers with even stranger superstitions, creatures pulled straight from old folklore, and a creeping sense that the whole valley is bound up in a plot only one being fully understands. Trust will be hard to come by, and the truth harder still. Your characters will need to unravel local mysteries, forge uneasy alliances, and stand against the darkness. How we'll play: The tone leans toward atmospheric dread over gore, with a mix of investigation, exploration, roleplay, and tense combat. Dark humor and moments of warmth are welcome, since even the eeriest valley has its odd charm. Players who enjoy leaning into character, chasing mysteries, and telling spooky stories together will be right at home. Who it's for: Fans of folk horror, gothic fairy tales, and campfire ghost stories. Whether you're a seasoned adventurer or new to horror at the table, come ready to explore and to question everything you're told.
Game style
Organized Play
Roleplay Heavy
Rule of Cool (RoC)
Meet the Game Master
Less than a year on StartPlaying
Highly rated for: Beginner Friendly, Storytelling, Inclusive
Average response time: 2 hours
Response rate: 100%
About me
Hello! My name is Devin and I love bringing people together to create unforgettable stories. Whether it's a desperate stand against impossible odds or a plan that definitely should not work but somehow does through a series of successful dice rolls, the unexpected moments are what keep bringing me back to the table again and again. I've been playing tabletop RPGs since the early 90s and have spent the past five years almost exclusively behind the GM screen. My favorite systems are D&D 5e, Call of Cthulhu, and the Cosmere RPG, though I'm always excited to explore new games like Daggerheart and Draw Steel. As a GM, I thrive on player creativity and agency. I love seeing a party surprise me with an unexpected solution, an outrageous plan, or an emotional character moment that sends the story in a direction none of us saw coming. My games tend to blend high-stakes adventures and cinematic storytelling with plenty of room for laughter, clever problem-solving, and the occasional ridiculous shenanigan. Every table is an opportunity to build a welcoming community where everyone feels comfortable and respected. Whether you're a first-time player or a seasoned veteran, my goal is to create an inclusive environment where every character matters and every player has the chance to shine. If you're looking for a game where your choices shape the story, your ideas are embraced, and everyone leaves the table with memories worth talking about, I'd love to roll some dice with you.
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Creating your character
Players will create their characters on DnD Beyond. All official 5.5 character options are available, plus additional character options from the Crooked Moon campaign itself.
What to expect
Preparing for the session
You'll need the following free accounts: - Foundry VTT - Discord - Dndbeyond.com - Headphones and a Microphone - Webcam (optional but highly encouraged!)
What Devin brings to the table
A fun and inclusive environment where story comes first, shenanigans are welcome, and everyone gets a chance to shine. In terms of materials, I'll provide the following: - A wide range of character options in Dndbeyond.com - A Discord server for gameplay, resources, and general chats with your fellow players. - An immersive visual experience on Foundry VTT - The occasional feeling of unease and creeping dread
Homebrew rules
Is there anything worse than leveling a character and rolling a 1 for additional hit points? Yeah, we re-roll those.
Equipment needed to play
Internet
Computer
Microphone
Headphones
Platforms used
Safety
How Devin creates a safe table
Players will have the opportunity to fill out a Lines and Veils survey prior to Session 0, where they can anonymously identify any subject/themes that they are uncomfortable with or don't want encounter in their gameplay. Anything further than that will be discussed in Session 0 so that everyone is on the same page in terms of expectations.
Content warnings
Safety tools used