Barovia Town

''Weary-looking houses crouch in the swirling mist as you approach the town. Some firelight can be seen, but most activity is quenched, drowned out by the miserable cold and the air of exhaustion that hovers over all. A devastated wailing can be heard in the distance, starting and stopping, filled with gut-wrenching sorrow. Rats watch with beady eyes from dark alleyways, and your boots sink into thick, gluey mud.''

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The Town of Barovia is the eastern-most settlement in the valley. Not far from the Eastern Gates of Barovia, and in the shadow of Castle Ravenloft, it is a miserable place. Ireena and her brother Ismark grew up here, and Ismark was set to be the next Burgomaster of the tiny, miserable town.

Key NPCs
Ismark Kolyanovich (Deceased): Ireena's adopted brother, Ismark the Lesser, is known for his quiet nature. Few believe he can live up to his father's reputation for kindness, nobility, and wisdom, but he tries his best. In the wake of his father's death, the secrets old Kolyan kept from him, and growing attention from a mysterious, pale visitor, he's not sure what to do, but he knows he must get Ireena out of Barovia. Her sick spells and their father's death are linked, and he has a dreadful feeling he knows who the visitor that always charms his way inside the manor really is.

Father Donavich: The priest of Barovia Town, Father Donavich has canceled church for the past few months. His son Doru vanished when a small party of strangers arrived and convinced him to help them go to Castle Ravenloft. He returned several weeks ago, looking... strange.

Arik the Tavernkeeper: Dull, lifeless Arik has little to say. He hasn't been sleeping well thanks to the hullabaloo going on at the Burgomaster's house every night, and in the day he can't nap, because Mad Mary's always screaming and wailing.

Key Locations
Indirovich Manor: Home to Ireena and Ismark. The Church of Barovia: Father Donavich and his vampire spawn son, Doru, live here.

Cemetery of Barovia: You dashed out of the collapsing Death House into this cemetery. A filthy man in rough clothes welcomed you to Barovia and pointed out the way to Barovia Town.

Death House: You're not entirely sure where to find Death House. You know it's near Barovia Town, but time and space seem to get twisted when it comes to this mansion.