The Sinister Effects of Stradq's Curse

The Curse of Strahd is a popular campaign module for the tabletop role-playing game Dungeons & Dragons. It is set in the gothic horror-themed land of Barovia, which is ruled by the vampire lord, Count Strahd von Zarovich. The module is known for its dark and atmospheric setting, challenging encounters, and gripping narrative. In the Curse of Strahd, players are trapped in the realm of Barovia after being pulled through a mysterious mist. They soon discover that the land is cursed and controlled by Strahd, who seeks to make them his next victims. The players must navigate the dangerous and treacherous world of Barovia, uncover its secrets, and find a way to defeat Strahd and escape.

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The prince as of Ln 3 more or less says that the Silent witch is his first love, even if he basically only saw her 3 times, but her magic while fighting the black dragon and the 24 Wyverns was so great that he wants to see more of it and if he becomes King he can order her him yeah he dosnt knows if the witch is male or female at the same time he says its his first love. The story revolves around how she is forced on a mission and slowly gets better by meeting friendly people who help her out and care for her so she gains some trust back.

The players must navigate the dangerous and treacherous world of Barovia, uncover its secrets, and find a way to defeat Strahd and escape. One of the defining features of the Curse of Strahd module is its emphasis on horror and dread. The players are constantly exposed to gruesome and unsettling sights, encounters with undead creatures, and psychological torment.

Secrets of the Silent Witch

Monica Everett, the Silent Witch, is the only mage in the world who can use unchanted magecraft, a true hero who singlehandedly defeated a legendary black dragon. However, this young genius is actually…super-duper shy! That’s right: She learned to cast spells silently just to avoid speaking in public, and despite her power, she has zero self-confidence. Now Monica has been tasked with secretly guarding the second prince. Can she keep it together as she faces both the evil forces targeting the prince and the terrors of social interaction?

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Silent Witch

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Comedy, Fantasy, Romance, School Life, Shoujo, Tragedy

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A rather okay to decent read. (Up to Vol 4 read)
7.4 / 10 on a non-IGN Scale. The characters feel like characters, even if stereotypical with some red herrings thrown in. It is a decently written story so far, though it seems like there are a few too many side-plots and assorted “could go real bad” relationships getting introduced. The MC has put all her points into actual social anxiety, and it is highly likely that “bad stuff, but good end” will happen a lot due to that “tragedy” tag for the LN being mostly correct.

Monica is a very endearing protagonist, and her characterization as “beyond socially inept” perfectly justifies the “Oblivious MC” thing so many novels do these days with romance plots. She’s earnest, talented, and oh so very flawed, but she grows through the series in to a new person. No plot points are far fetched, and the supporting cast of characters is pleasantly varied and distinct. If you don’t need fantasy bombast to hold you attention, and aren’t annoyed by glaring flaws that don’t really go away, Absolutely give this one a read.

In complete difference to most comments here I really like this. The story is about an MC who got abused as a child and sufferes under severe social anxiety. The story revolves around how she is forced on a mission and slowly gets better by meeting friendly people who help her out and care for her so she gains some trust back. Somehow most comments didn’t get that.
The writing is well done, the story is slice of life. Nothing special but some neat ideas and well executed.

mediocre at best, the cliché are so overused that its boring at best. There is some boring buildup for the prince “the puppet”, the characters are all cardboard cuts without any real development. The Romance tag is a foreshadowing of the prince and the witch. The prince as of Ln 3 more or less says that the Silent witch is his first love, even if he basically only saw her 3 times, but her magic while fighting the black dragon and the 24 Wyverns was so great that he wants to see more of it and if he becomes King he can order her/him (yeah he dosnt knows if the witch is male or female at the same time he says its his first love. ) to spend time with him/her. Politics, magic all get mixed up and thrown around for the fight of the throne and the Duke what “controls” the puppet. The puppet (Prince) wants his own life blah blah blah. You get told that there is the first prince and the second prince (Puppet) faction and get told that the first prince doesn’t even wants the throne (?) so much outside interference from other kingdoms that you really wonder what the 7 Sages do all day beside lazing around. There are so many holes in this thing that you might get serious anger mngt. issues if you think to much about it.

The name of the Silent Witch is known to the public and it’s a female name, Monica Everett, also the 2nd prince has a “crush” on her because her deeds were that impressive and the 2nd Prince always was interested in magic but was forbidden from studying it. Granted, there seems(!) to be no real reason for his evil grandfather, who is the bad guy of the story, to actually forbid it – as of now. The sentence with the “he doesn’t know wether she is male or female” was an error. The author got a bit irritated because of the Witch of Thorns who is actually a guy but calls himself witch, anyway. I guess the author wanted to play a bit with the genders since it’s popular but only “explained” such unnecessary stuff in a sentence and just tumbled. And there are several errors like this showing how poorly LN’s are edited in Japan (and even after translation, this is not just here but happens very often and I agree it is annoying, one should expect that such things are fixed for the commercial LN version and you rarely see such errors in ordinary novels). For example another mistake was that in Vol. 3 Monica supposedly could only use two spells at a time while in Vol. 2 there was a dialogue where she clearly stated she can chant and keep up 10 spells at once. So up to the end of Vol. 3 there is still lots of room for speculation why the 2nd prince’s grandfather wants to conquer certain countries or if the assassination attempts of those countries are just a reaction to that threat or if they bear ill will, anyway. There is some foreshadowing that the puppet prince really has no choice for whatever reason and has to do whatever his grandfather says, since his star can’t be read for ten years, already. Maybe something like a curse was put on him? He was a weak “useless” child who couldn’t do anything but transformed into a model athlete, fighter and so on during that time. The seven sages specialize in different kinds of magecraft, not all are fighters. One is a star reader, one specializes in making magic artifacts and so on. The one’s who can fight, along with the dragon knights, are busy protecting cities and killing monsters. They are not spies. The country is officially at peace with the neighboring places, after all. Who is fighting is doing it in secret, many noble factions against others and the same seems to count for the other countries as well.

Oh, and as addition, I don’t think there ever will be any romance.
In Vol. 1 and 2 my bet still was on Cyril and not on Prince Felix. But when Monica and Felix became a bit closer (sleeping half naked in the same bed in Vol. 3) it only left the Prince as option but the Prince is a sl*t who sleeps around with wh*res so my bet is on the “siblings in spirit”-route. Also the prince is partly an as*hole who toys with / teases Monica. Also I doubt the series will be long enough to completely heal her social anxiety so she won’t be able to have a real romance in the first place.

A rather okay to decent read. (Up to Vol 4 read)
7.4 / 10 on a non-IGN Scale. The characters feel like characters, even if stereotypical with some red herrings thrown in. It is a decently written story so far, though it seems like there are a few too many side-plots and assorted “could go real bad” relationships getting introduced. The MC has put all her points into actual social anxiety, and it is highly likely that “bad stuff, but good end” will happen a lot due to that “tragedy” tag for the LN being mostly correct.

The module also includes elements of tragedy and despair, as the players learn about the tragic backstory of Strahd and the doomed inhabitants of Barovia. The Curse of Strahd also includes a dynamic and intricately crafted story. The players will encounter various non-player characters throughout their journey, each with their own motivations, secrets, and tragic pasts. The module allows for multiple paths and choices, making each playthrough a unique experience. Furthermore, the Curse of Strahd provides a challenging gameplay experience. The players will face tough combat encounters, deadly traps, and difficult puzzles. Strategic thinking, teamwork, and resource management are crucial for survival in this treacherous land. Overall, the Curse of Strahd is a captivating and immersive campaign module that provides an unforgettable Dungeons & Dragons experience. Its gothic horror setting, engaging narrative, and challenging gameplay make it a favorite among players and Dungeon Masters alike..

Reviews for "Paranormal Phenomena: Testimonials from Stradq's Curse Victims"

1. Jennifer - 2 stars - I had high hopes for "Curse of Stradq" after hearing so much buzz about it, but I was sorely disappointed. The storyline was confusing and poorly executed, leaving me feeling lost and unsatisfied. The characters lacked depth and development, making it difficult to connect with any of them. The gameplay mechanics were clunky and frustrating, and the graphics were underwhelming. Overall, "Curse of Stradq" fell short of my expectations and I would not recommend it.

2. David - 3 stars - While I didn't hate "Curse of Stradq", I also didn't love it. The game had potential, but it was hindered by numerous technical issues. The controls were unresponsive at times, and the AI of the non-player characters was incredibly frustrating. Additionally, the game lacked originality and creativity, relying heavily on overused tropes and predictable storylines. It simply did not offer anything new or exciting for the genre. Despite a few redeeming qualities, "Curse of Stradq" left me feeling indifferent and unimpressed.

3. Samantha - 2 stars - I regret purchasing "Curse of Stradq". The gameplay was repetitive and monotonous, with little variation or excitement. The dialogue was stilted and poorly written, making it difficult to engage with the story or the characters. Furthermore, the game was filled with numerous glitches and technical issues, which made it difficult to progress and enjoy the experience. Overall, "Curse of Stradq" lacked the polish and refinement that I expect from a game in this genre. It was a disappointment that I would not recommend to others.

4. Matthew - 1 star - "Curse of Stradq" was a complete waste of money. The gameplay was incredibly boring and uninspired, and the graphics were outdated and unimpressive. The puzzles were repetitive and lacked any real challenge, and the story was bland and forgettable. It felt like a cheap knock-off of better games in the same genre. The lack of innovation and creativity was evident throughout, and I found myself constantly checking the time, waiting for the game to be over. Do yourself a favor and skip "Curse of Stradq".

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