River Iblis Crossroads
River Iblis Crossroads
| Type | Landmark |
| Region | Svalach Road |
| Status | Active |
| Key NPC | Strahd von Zarovich |
| Art by JamesRPGArt |
Where four roads meet, there stands a gallows, weathered by wind and rain. A signpost leans at an angle, its arms pointing in conflicting directions. The air is cold here, colder than it should be.
Overview
The River Iblis Crossroads is a junction point on the road from Barovia to Vallaki. It is a place of ill omen and profound significance. Here, four roads meet: one leading back to Barovia, one forward to Vallaki, one north toward mysterious lands, and one south into unknown darkness.
The gallows stands as a grim monument to Strahd's will. Bodies have hung here before. Bodies may hang here again.
This is where the party first encountered Strahd himself.
Key Features
- The gallows — Weathered wooden structure; rope frayed and ancient
- Signpost — Four arms pointing in four directions; inscriptions faded
- Road junction — Where paths diverge; a place of choice and consequence
- Surrounding terrain — Bleak, rolling hills; sparse vegetation
Notable NPCs
- Strahd von Zarovich — Appeared here to the party
Session Appearances
- Session 03 — Party encountered Strahd at the crossroads; a fateful meeting
This location is a threshold. The party has left Barovia behind and cannot easily return. Strahd appeared here to mark them as his, to make clear that he knows who they are and that they cannot escape.