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by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Sun Dec 24, 2023 1:15 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Cursebreakers [Campaign Design]
Replies: 4
Views: 8514

Re: Cursebreakers [Campaign Design]

There is an optional Blood Hunter order on DMsGuild that incorporates lycanthropy. That might have useful mechanical information to harvest.
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Sun Dec 24, 2023 1:10 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Ravenloft themed Deck of Many Things
Replies: 9
Views: 2600

Re: Ravenloft themed Deck of Many Things

That origin story would also require some additions to Ravenloft history, since a Balor traveling the Dread Realms would probably leave a mark. If it mostly visited lesser-known islands of terror (perhaps effectively destroying them in the process), that would both explain why the Core isn't complet...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Thu Dec 21, 2023 2:03 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Ravenloft themed Deck of Many Things
Replies: 9
Views: 2600

Re: Ravenloft themed Deck of Many Things

There is an actual balor in Ravenloft? Where is this mentioned? Cut dread possibility from Gazetteer V https://fraternityofshadows.com/TheParlor/3rd_author_notes/AN_Ravenloft_Gazetteer_V.html What a coincidence—right under a cut dread possibility giving more information on the Keeper of Secrets. It...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Tue Dec 19, 2023 6:42 pm
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Ravenloft themed Deck of Many Things
Replies: 9
Views: 2600

Re: Ravenloft themed Deck of Many Things

Vizier/Sage ---------> Madame Eva (as in p.7 in VRGtGhosts)/.....................(any sage ideas anyone?) I recall that S visited a fey oracle called the Keeper of Secrets near Mount Baratak to ask about the Shadow Rift. Of course, all GazV says is that the Keeper is incorporeal, so there isn't muc...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Sun Dec 17, 2023 1:16 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Archie's weird mysteries (hang in there, I'll explain)
Replies: 3
Views: 1902

Re: Archie's weird mysteries (hang in there, I'll explain)

I have memories of watching reruns of this show when I was little, but I couldn't remember the name of it. I particularly remember the beginning of "Misfortune Hunters," which could be inspiration for a Ravenloft story where an innocent is manipulated by villains. "Little Chock'Lit Sh...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Mon Dec 11, 2023 7:42 pm
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Quoth the Raven #30 reaction thread.
Replies: 97
Views: 306644

Re: Quoth the Raven #30 reaction thread.

Then, after Viistaros does his magical whammy and the city is cast into the Mists, this Phantasmagorum creature shows up completely out of left field. This part feels incredibly really rushed. The author seems to be creating a full-fledged domain for Viistaros to rule over as darklord, which is fin...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Sun Dec 03, 2023 8:44 pm
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: An experiment
Replies: 7
Views: 3041

Re: An experiment

It definitely seems that the servants have grown accustomed to carrying out such orders. Their only objection is that the dead man might have his suffering cut short by the cold before they can properly carry out the Baron's command. The excessive cruelty of the Baron definitely does not speak to a ...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Sun Dec 03, 2023 2:06 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Quoth the Raven #30 reaction thread.
Replies: 97
Views: 306644

Re: Quoth the Raven #30 reaction thread.

THE FONT OF MERCURIAL TEARS This (blessedly) brief entry is a very well done study of a unique magic item. I love the contrast between the logical Kranz and the more magically astute Tiberin. When writing, I find that maintaining one consistent “voice” is hard enough, getting two right deserves kud...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Mon Nov 27, 2023 2:24 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: The Black Vault Haul
Replies: 85
Views: 611238

Re: The Black Vault Haul

I am in favor as well. As for attribution, I'm partial to a per-item mention. However, if the general consensus among my fellow contributors is that the proposed header is sufficient, then I'm fine with that too. You're the one who will be doing the hard part, after all. I would probably be inclined...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Thu Nov 16, 2023 3:13 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: QtR 30 Errata
Replies: 8
Views: 8434

Re: QtR 30 Errata

This is a very minor thing, but I think I would like the word "the" added in the middle of the title of my article: "From the Collection: the Font of Mercurial Tears."
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Mon Nov 06, 2023 1:07 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Quoth the Raven #30 reaction thread.
Replies: 97
Views: 306644

Re: Quoth the Raven #30 reaction thread.

5. Wolfglide's "Font of Mercurial Tears" is a real masterclass in thematic writing! Not only does it keep Hauptschrei's cold and analytic voice throughout the work (until our other, more fortunate and savvy commentator takes over) but it really manages to immerse the reader in caring abou...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Fri Nov 03, 2023 1:34 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Quoth the Raven #30 reaction thread.
Replies: 97
Views: 306644

Re: Quoth the Raven #30 reaction thread.

I have put up a thread for listing errata: https://www.fraternityofshadows.com/forum/viewtopic.php?t=11327 From the Collection: Font of Mercurial Tears: I'm already a Wolfglide fan, and the Font of Mercurial Tears is a prime example of his skills as both a creator of intriguing items and spinning ta...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Fri Nov 03, 2023 1:26 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: QtR 30 Errata
Replies: 8
Views: 8434

Re: QtR 30 Errata

Ehm, folks I'm afraid that my Blaustein article have been published in the uncomplete version, it was my fault basically, ignore the two mentioned new domains, they never made the final draft. Instead here is the missing oracle currse: New Oracle Curse Water Dependency These oracles are tied to wat...
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Fri Nov 03, 2023 1:20 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: QtR 30 Errata
Replies: 8
Views: 8434

QtR 30 Errata

Please note any errors from QtR 30 in this thread.
by Wolfglide of the Fraternity
Fri Nov 03, 2023 1:13 am
Forum: Ravenloft Forum
Topic: Latest site updates
Replies: 90
Views: 188185

Re: Latest site updates

I think a central place to announce site updates is a sensible thing to maintain.