Barovia is the most famous horror setting in Dungeons & Dragons. Learn about the rich lore behind this Domain of Dread and its Darklord, Strahd von Zarovich, among other inhabitants.
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There are few supernatural creatures more renowned than the fanged devil who gains strength from consuming blood. Known by multiple names - nosferatu, vampyr, or the more standard “vampire” - these beings are iconic predators who deserve top billing in your campaigns. Whether you’re preparing for Van Richten's Guide to Ravenloft, running the classic Curse of Strahd, or looking for sophisticated ways of portraying the archetypal gothic horror villain, consider the following when utilizing these denizens of darkness...
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Despite how well-rounded hags are, they’re typically just dumped at the bottom of a cave between players and treasure- or worse, put on the backburner completely by many Dungeon Masters. But with a little creativity, you can make hags unforgettable...
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These fragments of the demon lord Juiblex are often overlooked by DMs in favor of enemies that actually have limbs, but they’re arguably some of the most fearsome foes a group of low-level D&D adventurers can face. Why? Because unlike a normal monster that might be satisfied with killing a character, oozes are motivated by the undiscriminating desire to consume everything in their path!
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Horror isn’t for everyone, right? Wrong! Whether you’re an online party of friends, a middle school Dungeons & Dragons club, or even a family that does game nights with young kids, here are a few tips and tricks for creating a game that is both frightening AND fun for everyone!
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The mist beckons... D&D’s newest sourcebook is Van Richten’s Guide to Ravenloft, a massive expansion of one of the most popular D&D adventures of all time! Let’s take a look at all the dark details we’ve learned about this upcoming book...
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This year, confront the legendary vampire Strahd von Zarovich as he takes Castle Ravenloft beyond the stars. Ally with a platoon of bombastic giff in this Halloween one-shot as you try to take down Strahd’s most incredible plot yet.
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Play Ravenloft in a single night... with a delirious twist. Just how many Strahds are there!?
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An adventure with a sweet and unsettling nature awaits you this week. A little girl with a sleeping brother are hiding away, but neither are as they seem. Join us in Ravenloft with a "familiar" encounter by UNCAGED developer Ashley Warren!