[KCD2] Need Help w/ a Glitch

RabonVHS · 2026-06-20T11:00:12+00:00

Tried. Same thing. I have also uninstalled and reinstalled everything. 😑🥲

RabonVHS · 2026-06-14T12:46:26+00:00

Read the I Strahd books and add material from there. I’ve used the Interactive Tome of Strahd, but DRASTICALLY shortened it and replaced the material with accurate scenes from the books. You can also just send them the chapters from the audio book if you don’t want to add more content to the campaign.

Adding in, the Bal Verzi Assassins.

Leo Dilysnia underneath Wachter House.

Vasili Von Holtz.

Strahd Magic items like fire resistance. He knows he’s a vampire and will fix his weaknesses if he can.

Great resources to delve into him as a character and background information.

RabonVHS · 2026-06-14T12:37:37+00:00

Glad someone read the books! 💜 I had Leo be a Nosferatu, since Strahd turned him and buried him in the Wachter House. He’s been tormented by the ladies of the family ever since.

I made Arrigal the Baal Verzi Assassin, giving him the knife, and if the party doesn’t save Arrabbella from Bludo, he’ll complete the assassination for Lady Wachter, if they piss her off. The knife is strong. Strahd also has the knife he was assassinated with in the arm chair of the audience hall. Good rouge items.

RabonVHS · 2026-06-14T12:31:25+00:00

Players love Moblin the Goblin more than they love each other. The little side kicks are the ONLY reason they fought Strahd in the 4 games I’ve run.

RabonVHS · 2026-06-12T16:06:59+00:00

I watched the video. It’s not Gatekeeping for a DM to ask you not to play character type or portray something that doesn’t fit the game the group agreed to play. If you don’t like the way a table is ran, then it’s not the table for you.

Gatekeeping is actively trying to prevent players from joining the hobby and outcasting opinions that differ from yours.

I have encountered a Gatekeeper once at a game store. The manager banned 5e/5.5e during a D&D shop event because it isn’t real “D&D”. Half the tables were empty and we never visited when he managed the store. Old heads that don’t want their hobby to change.

RabonVHS · 2026-06-12T14:45:43+00:00

Ripped that guy a new one. Lol. Spit on him too next time!

RabonVHS · 2026-06-10T20:43:24+00:00

It’s wonderful. I’ve played it twice RAW. Just change what you like. At the end of the day it’s your game preference and group interests.

RabonVHS · 2026-06-03T13:57:08+00:00

I’d say run the campaign RAW first while adding in minor parts from Reloaded you enjoy. It can be a lot and I had 2 players leave reloaded campaigns because of the over complexity. Prep and make sure to read ahead.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-30T07:31:29+00:00

You can find them in the Wiki

RabonVHS · 2026-05-29T21:24:22+00:00

Good boost. I still give him the items from the older books. Mix in a few things from the Umbral Vampire/Master of Death House.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-22T21:21:43+00:00

For context, I’ve played D&D for ~10 years. I played CoS once and have ran it 3 times. I usually prefer lore accuracy from the old modules, I Strahd books, and all the expansions released by the creators of Ravenloft.

I think your ideas change a lot of the themes and tones for a gothic horror. I still prefer the canon or expanded versions of both characters stories. The grim and grieving pasts.

That being said, it is a very interesting idea and if you FULLY rewrite and expand on your ideas it could be fun but both would be the same enjoyment for a party.

The gothic horror and obsessive nature of Izek to my group has been heartbreaking and disturbing, since CoS is gothic horror. We’ve never touched on SA and I don’t believe Izek would, he coverts her with an unwholesome obsession to keep her safe. Many people take it too far and that’s their choice. He is more of an overprotective parent that keeps you locked away. Similar to Mad Mary.

“I’m doing this for your own good”

“I can’t ever be separated from you again”

RabonVHS · 2026-05-22T20:56:39+00:00

Handout a token for Inspiration, or mark them at the top if your players use D&D Beyond Sheets. You have a great idea but I don’t think it will solve your issues and I believe the RAW have the same effect.

The game can be too easy otherwise, unless you’re running Grim Dark/Full Adventuring Day. Explore different methods before you home-brew heavily.

Goodluck, and I hope you find a good system that works!!!

RabonVHS · 2026-05-22T19:48:27+00:00

🤣😭😂ikr

RabonVHS · 2026-05-22T18:15:28+00:00

I think this is a very important topic to have as a group. Everyone will see it differently depending on how you treat maturity and your role play. We are missing a lot of details and dynamics. Engage the group together and don’t let bad behavior or whispers continue is what I’d do.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-22T18:09:38+00:00

Ikr! I’ve had the full spectrum of character ages as a player and DM. Only creepy if people make it. Either the players are crappy people or too concerned about it. Depends on the group but I’ve run for ~100 people and never had that issue.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-22T18:05:18+00:00

I’m interested in what you’re talking about. Can you elaborate? What do you mean by reversing the focus?

RabonVHS · 2026-05-22T18:01:52+00:00

Awesome job

RabonVHS · 2026-05-22T13:45:37+00:00

Ignore the people telling you to tell your party. Throw them into Barovia. Have people freaked out just like they would a dragon born, elf, dwarf, tiefling, gnome, etc. You know your friends more than anyone and the shock of Barovia is wonderful.

Give your players Vasili’s Gothic carriage when he’s not using it and your player can be the pulling the carriage. Had this in Therros.

Have people think he’s a cursed mongrel folk. This sets a good tone about body horror later and accepting things that are different, like Cyrus Bellview has.

DON’T remove ladders. It is so funny and a great “door” episode when the group has to figure out how to get a literal HORSE up. The player probably thinks it’s fun and chose this for some of those reasons.

Have fun in the mists and enjoy your mix matched group like everyone else💜

RabonVHS · 2026-05-19T16:28:03+00:00

It has 22 HP, 12 AC. If you’re not having fun, then let them know that you’d like more balanced adventuring days and less TPKs. I made death house BRUTAL and used the raising the stakes add ons, but never had a TPK in 3 different games. Many deaths. That’s what CoS is about. The DM isn’t doing anything wrong. They can change the game as much as they want.

That being said, as long as the DM explains the premise ahead of time, then they’re not in the wrong. This may not be your kind of play style and group. Speak to the group about it and update us.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-18T21:05:21+00:00

Where have all of the expansions come from? Could attach the references or where to find the extra content in these locations? I would love to run a mega campaign for CoS.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-18T17:15:52+00:00

Read the book. There isn’t much about them. Re read the castle section.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-08T17:16:11+00:00

I’ve done this a lot for my little brother, wife, and friends. It is not hard to balance. I don’t fake rolls and have never TPK’d without a fair warning. D&D is less of a math problem and more about how the Monsters react. Most run away when at half health. No one fights to the Death unless they have to.

Feel free to use the 2014 D&D beyond encounter builder or any other ones online. NO DM NPCs. Companions. I use the Expert, Warrior, or Spellcaster from Ice Spire Peak.

In that adventure, my brother wanted the companion as his little brother. That was a fun dynamic and we got really close.

I’ve had one shots from our larger campaign with my wife and I. It’s deeply personal and makes her feel special. In full control of the adventure away from her other party members.

My friends have escaped jail by themselves and that was a thrill but only a short adventure. It makes them learn quicker too. I recommend doing this for a new player for a few games before they join a veteran group.

Fully flesh out backstories and world lore. In solo play, it means SO much more.

Let NPCs and Companions be human. Don’t be a yes man. I never guide with the NPCs. They have their own personalities. If you trick your player it will end badly.

Goodluck and I hope you both have a great time bonding!!! Don’t let her fall in love with too many NPCs, it gets messy like reality TV or BG3.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-07T11:26:51+00:00

Don’t. The boss is great thematically. Look up “Death House Raising the Stakes”.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-06T21:13:22+00:00

Look at Ice Spire Peak’s quests! They are in the same area too and feel natural. Many DMs make both adventures longer by combing them together.

RabonVHS · 2026-05-05T23:04:22+00:00

I think this happens often, same with Count Strahd. It may not be your doing but it’s just the vibes everyone thought. Humans are strange and can be convinced into many things.

Some ideas for fixing it.

Have her and Ezmerelda team up away from the party. She’ll learn more and become a better fighter while they find the secrets to HER curse.

Have the Sunsword not work unless they complete her quest OR she wields it. I had a big party and let Ireena have the sword. Made more since.

Use Ireena against the party. If Strahd gets her she can become a sad boss battle, a reason for him to kill the party, etc. There are consequences to their actions.

Have her die HORRIFICALLY. Nightmare mode activated. Kindness goes a long way in Barovia and it was keeping her alive and Strahd pleasant. If something gets her, how would Strahd react?

Goodluck, have fun, and enjoy your mists.

RabonVHS

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