I ran the dinner with Strahd pretty early on, Strahd invited the adventurers to dinner to "get to know my new guests of my land better", where he asked them about their backstory and told a bit about his life (lied about it obviously, but only 1 saw through the lies, while the other 2 rolled a 1), he framed himself as the hero and Sergei as a jealous brother who didn't want to see Tatyana and Strahd happy. Strahd then offered "a reward greater than any dragon's hoard" if they'd bring him Ireena. I plan on running another dinner later on when they go and kill him, a kind of "well, well, well. Haven't you been busy in my lands..." type dinner
Ok, did anyone else love the Strahdtegy pun? Also, really hoping the Dinner Video drops before I run that part, I whould also want to see what whould others do for the Festival of the Blazing Sun, I really wanna make it a fun event before Fiona/the Vampire Spawns strike.
Dat skeleton, trying to write with its dry ink well. I wonder what it would write if it had some ink? That could be an interesting way to get some information to the party, or provide some flavor to the story.
Location of the secret door. Or insight into the rich history of Ravenloft. Hell, it could be a fun way to reward your players with some XP if you're having trouble getting them to think about D&D as something other than roll stupid dice, hit stupid monsters. :D
My players got the Marionette card for Strahd’s location which is above the heart. So I’m having the body of one the player characters who was killed be controlled by the heart stings coming off the heart attack the players effectively like a puppet. I think that will be sorta clever and throwback like and will get the players blood pumping before the battle against Strahd.
Aw, I ran the dinner with Strahd for my players just yesterday. It's the first event in this campaign I run without the extra flavor from LBH! It went pretty well, though, they got to know their enemies, obtained a bit of useful info and also leaked a lot of secrets about themselves to the vampires :D
Very nice. I like the candle idea a lot. My old player from my last campaign liked our little forray into Barovia and wanted to go through it again with a new group. These videos will help make the next time I run this not only better, but new for my returning player, thank you.
I ran Gustav's possession like you suggested, and it was a bunch of fun for everyone. First attempt was a successful possession. The party "restrained" the revenant (which I allowed to remain in control of the player as long as he properly played the revenant), and whenever he tried to free himself one of the players bashed his brains in with the icon of Ravenloft which I allowed to still have it's damage against evil properties. We all laughed like mad
I’ve been using the content & it’s gone so much smoother than previously ran. My party is enjoying the changes to the module. They have seen videos & podcasts. They are excited for the rest of the castle as am I. Great work! Keep it coming.
We played Curse of Strahd for the last year and we just killed Strahd, it was a blast man, lots of fun. My DM told us he got a lot of tips from you man.. thank you for the videos, your tips really brought several NPCs to life. You just got some new fans from Brazil, great job, thanks again
This video was the first i remember you posted after I subscribed on your channel. My party was leaving the village on that time, and you helped me make a really complex campaing, now their are coming to the castle to the last confrontation. Thanks for all the help, i rly intend to make my players watch and like all your video's after I finish, so get RDY for some Brazilian trolls wandering around soon! PS.: Volenka is the last "living" bride, but I gonna have to beefy her a lot!
Tô my players, in a near future, Kassio, Adson, Raissa, Pitoco, Vinícius and Kfoury. Of Patrina is now siting in the throne of Barovia, you walked right into it!! 😆😆😆
Commented this on your rvr’s tower vid but figured I’d reiterate here for you to see the pog in your ideas. I know I’m late but I implemented buster and it has got to be my favorite thing currently in the game I’ve been running. The distinction between Rudolph’s harsh and realistic worldview vs busters romantic idealism. I enjoyed him so much I suggested the bard put him in the animated suit of armor, and he did it! Buster is leaving the confines of the tower for adventure and love (ezmerelda). Thanks for the vids!
Thank you so much. I’m running Strahd right now and they are going to dinner with him tomorrow night! I used almost everything in the Amber Temple video too. You’ve been an immense help in prepping and providing a more interesting experience for my players and I!
I'm not sure how a trapper boss fight can work for the heart of sorrow. Unless I'm missing something, can't the party just sling arrows and spells from the bottom of the stairs?
Gustav's spirit can't possess a party member if they are within 30 feet of the Icon of Ravenloft, as it has a Protection from Evil and Good aura. How would you tackle this?
Hello, your videos are good but I have still some doubts. What about if the party attacks Strahd outside the castle? If they can lure him out, how would he behave?
Strahd is a strategist, and Barovia is his home. He will do everything in his power to make sure the place of battle favors him. And if the party somehow outsmarts and manipulates him into a disadvantageous position... they deserve their reward.
@@LunchBreakHeroes I mean, it's not that hard. The man has a reputation to defend; all you really need, is a bard putting up a show mocking him, and a house to wait him. If he's no show, they continue to mock him for his cowardice. Barovia populace cannot stop fearing Strahd. He couldn't stand and do nothing.
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I ran the dinner with Strahd pretty early on, Strahd invited the adventurers to dinner to "get to know my new guests of my land better", where he asked them about their backstory and told a bit about his life (lied about it obviously, but only 1 saw through the lies, while the other 2 rolled a 1), he framed himself as the hero and Sergei as a jealous brother who didn't want to see Tatyana and Strahd happy. Strahd then offered "a reward greater than any dragon's hoard" if they'd bring him Ireena.
I plan on running another dinner later on when they go and kill him, a kind of "well, well, well. Haven't you been busy in my lands..." type dinner
I'm literally going to make Srahd's command words for his armor "Execute Order 66."
Did you?
Paladin cockily walking to strad in STRAD's own armour.
Strahd: im gonna end this man's wholr careers
Every time I get a notification on the LBH discord chat, I get so excited! 🤩 can’t wait to watch this after work!
Hope you enjoy!
Ok, did anyone else love the Strahdtegy pun? Also, really hoping the Dinner Video drops before I run that part, I whould also want to see what whould others do for the Festival of the Blazing Sun, I really wanna make it a fun event before Fiona/the Vampire Spawns strike.
Dat skeleton, trying to write with its dry ink well. I wonder what it would write if it had some ink? That could be an interesting way to get some information to the party, or provide some flavor to the story.
It definitely could be! I like that idea.
Fantastic idea! Maybe the location of the loot behind the secret door in the fireplace in Strahd's library?
Location of the secret door. Or insight into the rich history of Ravenloft. Hell, it could be a fun way to reward your players with some XP if you're having trouble getting them to think about D&D as something other than roll stupid dice, hit stupid monsters. :D
Now THIS is a well prepared DM.
My players got the Marionette card for Strahd’s location which is above the heart. So I’m having the body of one the player characters who was killed be controlled by the heart stings coming off the heart attack the players effectively like a puppet. I think that will be sorta clever and throwback like and will get the players blood pumping before the battle against Strahd.
YES YES WE'RE ALMOST THERE IN MY CAMPAIGN! THANKS+ THE CASTLE IS SO INTIMIDATING IN THE MODULE
HAPPY TO HELP!
Aw, I ran the dinner with Strahd for my players just yesterday. It's the first event in this campaign I run without the extra flavor from LBH! It went pretty well, though, they got to know their enemies, obtained a bit of useful info and also leaked a lot of secrets about themselves to the vampires :D
This is also a way to hint at Mordenkainen and Van Richten, as they too are adventurers visiting Barovia, and their candles would not be extinguished
Great point!
"stealthy spice" is the funniest thing i've heard all morning.
I'll be honest, I would be very interest in watching you run this module with all the tips you've included here. I bet it would be amazing.
Getting ready to run Strahd for the first time. These videos are super helpful! Castle Ravenloft is a BEAST of a dungeon to prep.
Glad we could help!
"Strahd-egy"... I love it. :D
Very nice. I like the candle idea a lot.
My old player from my last campaign liked our little forray into Barovia and wanted to go through it again with a new group. These videos will help make the next time I run this not only better, but new for my returning player, thank you.
I'm glad we could help!
i love that you cover curse of stradh
Me too!
This channel is just amazing, the quality of content is honestly astounding. Im just glad i started dming so I found this channel.
Welcome aboard!
I ran Gustav's possession like you suggested, and it was a bunch of fun for everyone. First attempt was a successful possession. The party "restrained" the revenant (which I allowed to remain in control of the player as long as he properly played the revenant), and whenever he tried to free himself one of the players bashed his brains in with the icon of Ravenloft which I allowed to still have it's damage against evil properties. We all laughed like mad
I’ve been using the content & it’s gone so much smoother than previously ran. My party is enjoying the changes to the module. They have seen videos & podcasts. They are excited for the rest of the castle as am I. Great work! Keep it coming.
Will do!
So wanting the dinner with Strahd vid, my party have just gotten the invite. Great video as always :)
Whelp... time to go rewire some areas. I super appreciate you helping brainstorm a better experience for everyone!
Happy to help!
My party will get the invite at their next game on Yester Hill (I changed alot of stuff in my CoS campaign) can't wait for the video on the diner
We played Curse of Strahd for the last year and we just killed Strahd, it was a blast man, lots of fun. My DM told us he got a lot of tips from you man.. thank you for the videos, your tips really brought several NPCs to life.
You just got some new fans from Brazil, great job, thanks again
Happy to help!
This video was the first i remember you posted after I subscribed on your channel. My party was leaving the village on that time, and you helped me make a really complex campaing, now their are coming to the castle to the last confrontation.
Thanks for all the help, i rly intend to make my players watch and like all your video's after I finish, so get RDY for some Brazilian trolls wandering around soon!
PS.: Volenka is the last "living" bride, but I gonna have to beefy her a lot!
Tô my players, in a near future, Kassio, Adson, Raissa, Pitoco, Vinícius and Kfoury. Of Patrina is now siting in the throne of Barovia, you walked right into it!! 😆😆😆
@@VuvuzelaTM Milosh Drago on the throne: am I a joke to you?
@@adsonchaves just another warmonger! That man leaded his entire squad to an early grave,. Nowadays... May the Morninglord have mercy on those lands!
@@VuvuzelaTM
I tried to stop it, suggested the abbot... but he chose Strahd's fate.
The Blood of Vol blood has power! Has power! Has power!
@@VuvuzelaTM Well, she is at the throne, not sitting there tho haha
I'm running CoS for the first time and your ideas inspired me a lot. Please keep making these videos, they are awesome!
Thanks, will do!
Great video, thank you for the castle ravenloft content!!! You're videos are shaping my games beautifully.
I’m happy you like it!
Oh man... My dinner with Strahd is coming up soon, looking forward to that video. Hopefully releases in time for me to use some of your great ideas.
Hopefully! I'm aiming for it to be the next release in two weeks.
Deserves the like, if only for the Strahd-egy pun
Commented this on your rvr’s tower vid but figured I’d reiterate here for you to see the pog in your ideas. I know I’m late but I implemented buster and it has got to be my favorite thing currently in the game I’ve been running. The distinction between Rudolph’s harsh and realistic worldview vs busters romantic idealism. I enjoyed him so much I suggested the bard put him in the animated suit of armor, and he did it! Buster is leaving the confines of the tower for adventure and love (ezmerelda). Thanks for the vids!
I'm happy to see Buster taking on such a wonderful role in so many people's games!
Sometimes you gotta just let a hallway just be a hallway
Thank you so much. I’m running Strahd right now and they are going to dinner with him tomorrow night!
I used almost everything in the Amber Temple video too. You’ve been an immense help in prepping and providing a more interesting experience for my players and I!
I’m glad we could be of service!
About to start watching!!!! My players are currently in Vallaki so im gonna need to watch the ravenloft videos again just in case :)
Wonderful as always. Thank you.
You’re very welcome!
Yes!
Yes indeed!
wish you had run a map of the place and highlighted the areas discussed while you talked. Would have added a lot to this video.
As always you video is great!
Thank you!
According to the canon the price for theft in Nervous is death
I'm not sure how a trapper boss fight can work for the heart of sorrow. Unless I'm missing something, can't the party just sling arrows and spells from the bottom of the stairs?
Gustav's spirit can't possess a party member if they are within 30 feet of the Icon of Ravenloft, as it has a Protection from Evil and Good aura. How would you tackle this?
Hello, your videos are good but I have still some doubts.
What about if the party attacks Strahd outside the castle?
If they can lure him out, how would he behave?
Strahd is a strategist, and Barovia is his home. He will do everything in his power to make sure the place of battle favors him. And if the party somehow outsmarts and manipulates him into a disadvantageous position... they deserve their reward.
@@LunchBreakHeroes I mean, it's not that hard.
The man has a reputation to defend; all you really need, is a bard putting up a show mocking him, and a house to wait him.
If he's no show, they continue to mock him for his cowardice. Barovia populace cannot stop fearing Strahd. He couldn't stand and do nothing.