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—mortals communicate with a single god, interpreting their intentions for the wider world. Others aren’t aligned with a god and observe the night sky, reading Nyx like a vast, cryptic scroll
divine omens (such as those presented in chapter 4) might seek out an oracle to gain a clearer vision of the god’s intentions. Finding an oracle, though, or one experienced in interpreting certain types of visions, might prove to be an adventure in its own right.
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herself.
Tarokka Deck. Ezmerelda keeps a deck of tarokka cards in her wagon (chapter 11, area V1). Although the cards aren’t magical, Ezmerelda can use them to perform a card reading for the
characters (see chapter 1), like the one that can be performed by Madam Eva.
Ezmerelda d’Avenir’s Traits
Ideal. “Evil that feeds on the innocent is the worst of all evils and must be
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card reading in chapter 1, unless he has been forced into his tomb in the catacombs of Castle Ravenloft.
Strahd's Tactics
Because the entire adventure revolves around Strahd, you must play him
(Costs 2 Actions). Strahd makes one bite attack.With his mind sharp and his heart dark, Strahd von Zarovich is a formidable foe. Courage and lives beyond measure have been lost to him. Reread chapter 1
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the tarokka card reading that helps set the stage for the adventure’s action, and the chapter closes with adventure hooks that you can use to draw the characters into the horror of Barovia.
Chapter 1: Into the Mists Eerie mists surround Barovia and bind its inhabitants there. This chapter gives you the information you need to prepare for the adventurers’ journey into those mists. The
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that are represented by a special card reading detailed in chapter 1, “Into the Mists.” Before you run the adventure, you need to conduct that reading to determine the location of several items that
are key to the story, as well as one of the locations where Strahd can be found. Chapter 1 also outlines Strahd’s goals, and it suggests adventure hooks to draw the player characters into the cursed
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the tarokka card reading that helps set the stage for the adventure’s action, and the chapter closes with adventure hooks that you can use to draw the characters into the horror of Barovia.
Chapter 1: Into the Mists Eerie mists surround Barovia and bind its inhabitants there. This chapter gives you the information you need to prepare for the adventurers’ journey into those mists. The
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the tarokka card reading that helps set the stage for the adventure’s action, and the chapter closes with adventure hooks that you can use to draw the characters into the horror of Barovia.
Chapter 1: Into the Mists Eerie mists surround Barovia and bind its inhabitants there. This chapter gives you the information you need to prepare for the adventurers’ journey into those mists. The
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that are represented by a special card reading detailed in chapter 1, “Into the Mists.” Before you run the adventure, you need to conduct that reading to determine the location of several items that
are key to the story, as well as one of the locations where Strahd can be found. Chapter 1 also outlines Strahd’s goals, and it suggests adventure hooks to draw the player characters into the cursed
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that are represented by a special card reading detailed in chapter 1, “Into the Mists.” Before you run the adventure, you need to conduct that reading to determine the location of several items that
are key to the story, as well as one of the locations where Strahd can be found. Chapter 1 also outlines Strahd’s goals, and it suggests adventure hooks to draw the player characters into the cursed
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encountered in the place indicated by the card reading later in this chapter, unless he has been forced into his tomb in the catacombs of Castle Ravenloft.
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encountered in the place indicated by the card reading later in this chapter, unless he has been forced into his tomb in the catacombs of Castle Ravenloft.
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encountered in the place indicated by the card reading later in this chapter, unless he has been forced into his tomb in the catacombs of Castle Ravenloft.
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Card Reading When you perform a card reading before running the adventure, write down the results for reference later. If the characters have their fortunes read in the adventures, do the card
reading again, out loud for the players’ benefit. Substitute the new results for the old ones. When you’re ready to begin the card reading, remove the fourteen cards with the crown icon (the high deck) and
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Card Reading When you perform a card reading before running the adventure, write down the results for reference later. If the characters have their fortunes read in the adventures, do the card
reading again, out loud for the players’ benefit. Substitute the new results for the old ones. When you’re ready to begin the card reading, remove the fourteen cards with the crown icon (the high deck) and
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Card Reading When you perform a card reading before running the adventure, write down the results for reference later. If the characters have their fortunes read in the adventures, do the card
reading again, out loud for the players’ benefit. Substitute the new results for the old ones. When you’re ready to begin the card reading, remove the fourteen cards with the crown icon (the high deck) and
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Strahd, the Holy Symbol of Ravenkind, and the Sunsword—are determined by the results of the card reading in chapter 1. The other items can be acquired as characters discover their whereabouts during the course of the adventure.
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Strahd, the Holy Symbol of Ravenkind, and the Sunsword—are determined by the results of the card reading in chapter 1. The other items can be acquired as characters discover their whereabouts during the course of the adventure.
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Strahd, the Holy Symbol of Ravenkind, and the Sunsword—are determined by the results of the card reading in chapter 1. The other items can be acquired as characters discover their whereabouts during the course of the adventure.
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during the adventure, the characters are likely to meet Madam Eva, the old Vistani seer (see chapter 2, area G), who can perform the same card reading for them. Characters can also have Ezmerelda
d’Avenir perform a card reading for them, provided she has her deck of tarokka cards. Ezmerelda’s cards are hidden in her wagon (chapter 11, area V1). Appendix E shows all the cards of the tarokka deck
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during the adventure, the characters are likely to meet Madam Eva, the old Vistani seer (see chapter 2, area G), who can perform the same card reading for them. Characters can also have Ezmerelda
d’Avenir perform a card reading for them, provided she has her deck of tarokka cards. Ezmerelda’s cards are hidden in her wagon (chapter 11, area V1). Appendix E shows all the cards of the tarokka deck
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Vistani assassin Arrigal (see chapter 5, area N9c). If the characters mention this card reading to him, he accepts his fate and accompanies them. If the characters succeed in defeating Strahd, Arrigal
Strahd’s Enemy Drawn from the high deck, the fourth card in the card reading determines the location of an NPC who can improve the characters’ chances of defeating Strahd. (Some cards offer two
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during the adventure, the characters are likely to meet Madam Eva, the old Vistani seer (see chapter 2, area G), who can perform the same card reading for them. Characters can also have Ezmerelda
d’Avenir perform a card reading for them, provided she has her deck of tarokka cards. Ezmerelda’s cards are hidden in her wagon (chapter 11, area V1). Appendix E shows all the cards of the tarokka deck
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Vistani assassin Arrigal (see chapter 5, area N9c). If the characters mention this card reading to him, he accepts his fate and accompanies them. If the characters succeed in defeating Strahd, Arrigal
Strahd’s Enemy Drawn from the high deck, the fourth card in the card reading determines the location of an NPC who can improve the characters’ chances of defeating Strahd. (Some cards offer two
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Vistani assassin Arrigal (see chapter 5, area N9c). If the characters mention this card reading to him, he accepts his fate and accompanies them. If the characters succeed in defeating Strahd, Arrigal
Strahd’s Enemy Drawn from the high deck, the fourth card in the card reading determines the location of an NPC who can improve the characters’ chances of defeating Strahd. (Some cards offer two
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wings, keeps the book’s contents secure. Only a creature that is attuned to the book can release the clasp that holds it shut. Once the book is opened, the attuned creature must spend 80 hours reading and
. These benefits become permanent after you spend the requisite amount of time reading and studying the book. Divine Wisdom. After you spend the requisite amount of time reading and studying the book, your
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wings, keeps the book’s contents secure. Only a creature that is attuned to the book can release the clasp that holds it shut. Once the book is opened, the attuned creature must spend 80 hours reading and
. These benefits become permanent after you spend the requisite amount of time reading and studying the book. Divine Wisdom. After you spend the requisite amount of time reading and studying the book, your
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wings, keeps the book’s contents secure. Only a creature that is attuned to the book can release the clasp that holds it shut. Once the book is opened, the attuned creature must spend 80 hours reading and
. These benefits become permanent after you spend the requisite amount of time reading and studying the book. Divine Wisdom. After you spend the requisite amount of time reading and studying the book, your
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this adamantine tower, which is actually a Daern’s instant fortress (see chapter 7, “Treasure,” of the Dungeon Master’s Guide). Only Strahd knows the command word to alter its shape and size, which
shield emblazoned with a stylized silver dragon that is the emblem of the Order of the Silver Dragon (see chapter 7). The shield whispers warnings to its bearer, granting a +2 bonus to initiative if the
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this adamantine tower, which is actually a Daern’s instant fortress (see chapter 7, “Treasure,” of the Dungeon Master’s Guide). Only Strahd knows the command word to alter its shape and size, which
shield emblazoned with a stylized silver dragon that is the emblem of the Order of the Silver Dragon (see chapter 7). The shield whispers warnings to its bearer, granting a +2 bonus to initiative if the
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K67. Hall of Bones Once a mess hall for the castle guards, this room is now desecrated ground (see “Wilderness Hazards” in chapter 5, “Adventure Environments,” of the Dungeon Master’s Guide). Dark
of his castle guards. The dragon skull mounted above the eastern doors belonged to Argynvost (see chapter 7), a silver dragon that was killed in the valley by Strahd and his army before the founding of
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K67. Hall of Bones Once a mess hall for the castle guards, this room is now desecrated ground (see “Wilderness Hazards” in chapter 5, “Adventure Environments,” of the Dungeon Master’s Guide). Dark
of his castle guards. The dragon skull mounted above the eastern doors belonged to Argynvost (see chapter 7), a silver dragon that was killed in the valley by Strahd and his army before the founding of
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this adamantine tower, which is actually a Daern’s instant fortress (see chapter 7, “Treasure,” of the Dungeon Master’s Guide). Only Strahd knows the command word to alter its shape and size, which
shield emblazoned with a stylized silver dragon that is the emblem of the Order of the Silver Dragon (see chapter 7). The shield whispers warnings to its bearer, granting a +2 bonus to initiative if the
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K67. Hall of Bones Once a mess hall for the castle guards, this room is now desecrated ground (see “Wilderness Hazards” in chapter 5, “Adventure Environments,” of the Dungeon Master’s Guide). Dark
of his castle guards. The dragon skull mounted above the eastern doors belonged to Argynvost (see chapter 7), a silver dragon that was killed in the valley by Strahd and his army before the founding of
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Running This Chapter Getting off on the right foot is important. If you follow these steps, you should be all right: Before starting the adventure, read the rest of this section and the “Ten-Towns
Overview” that follows it. A description of each town appears later in this chapter, but you don’t need to commit all ten settlements to memory before running this part of the adventure. Determine the
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Running This Chapter Getting off on the right foot is important. If you follow these steps, you should be all right: Before starting the adventure, read the rest of this section and the “Ten-Towns
Overview” that follows it. A description of each town appears later in this chapter, but you don’t need to commit all ten settlements to memory before running this part of the adventure. Determine the






