History. Patrina was once set to be wedded to Strahd von Zarovich. However, she was killed by her fellow dusk elves before this could happen.
When should Strahd invite players?
The invitation is a prop you have to show to the players, it’s at the end of the book. As written, it includes some important information. It says that Strahd is the one who brought the party to Barovia and that he is the only one who can let them out.
How many sessions should Curse of Strahd take?
Length for this adventure varies a lot based on play style and also where the treasures end up being placed (mine were at the Blue Water Inn, Argynvostholdt, and the Abbey). But I think most groups would average 23-28 4-hour sessions, or 46-56 2-hour sessions.
What is the plot of Curse of Strahd?
The plot itself is extremely simple – the characters are drawn into Barovia, and then must gather information, allies, treasures small and large, and experience, until they are capable of defeating Strahd and (at least temporarily) freeing Barovia from its curse, thus permitting the PCs to leave again, should they …
How do you resurrect in Curse of Strahd?
Normal resurrection is, naturally, an option, but the Dark Powers may also offer to bring the dead back. The rules simply specify that the player can choose to be immediately resurrected the round after their death, taking on a “dark gift” and a long-lasting curse of being mist-touched.
What are dusk elves?
In 4th edition, dusk elves are an exiled elf subrace who fled from their native plane of the Feywild to the mortal world to avoid being drawn into the elven civil war between elves, eladrin and drow. Barovian Dusk Elves only appear in the adventure Fair Barovia in Dungeon magazine issue #207.
Can Strahd raise dead?
Strahd storyline season have additional options for being brought back from the dead. First, an ally can raise the dead character, or pay Jenny Greenteeth to raise the character as a spellcasting service (including seeking her discount).
What are the Three Treasures in Curse of Strahd?
In Curse of Strahd, as part of the Tarokka card reading, the party are told the locations of three “treasures”; the Sunsword, the Holy Symbol of Ravenkind, and the Tome of Strahd.
Why does Strahd want to destroy the characters?
Strahd blames the characters for his loss and seeks to destroy them from this moment on. Not long afterward, he has one of his servants deliver a letter to the characters, inviting them to Castle Raven loft. If the characters open and read the letter, show the players “Strahd’s Invitation” in appendix F.
Why did Strahd invite the adventurers to Castle Ravenloft?
Once Strahd becomes aware of the adventurers, he and his spies watch them closely. When the time is right, Strahd invites his “guests” to Castle Ravenloft. He aims to turn them against one another, torment them, and kill them, as he has done with so many other visitors. Some will become undead thralls.
Where can I find the Tome of Strahd?
The Tome of Strahd can be in multiple locations and those locations do not contain solely the Tome. Other helpful items, NPC’s, and the like can be in those areas as well. Amongst the descriptions of the Tome is the following small plot piece:
