Knight of the Black Rose


Knight of the Black Rose is the second novel in the Ravenloft books gothic horror series. Written by James Lowder, it is set both in Krynn and more prominently, the Demiplane of Dread, location of the Ravenloft campaign setting.

Plot summary

In Krynn, Lord Soth finally learns that there is a price to pay for his long history of evil deeds. Soth is transported to Barovia by some dark powers, where he faces the minions of Count Strahd Von Zarovich, the vampire lord of that nightmare land within the Raveloft demi-plane of dread. But with only a captive Vistani woman and an untrustworthy ghost for allies, Lord Soth soon discovers that he may have to join forces with the powerful vampire, if he is to escape the realm of terror.

Reception

Knight of the Black Rose appeared on the 2024 Game Rant "31 Best Dungeons & Dragons Novels, Ranked" list at #14.

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