The following books are player handouts that the players find as they adventure through Barovia.

Many of the books

provide clues while bringing context to the world around them. The following guidelines provide notes about the books,
where to find them, and references to the different guides.

Full list of Guides found here: List of all Video, PDF, and Foundry VTT Modules.

These books are common, multiple copies exist and can be found throughout Barovia.

Battle at the Gates of Tsolenka – this book provides information about Tsolenka Pass, who built the gates, and why. It
also contains the Oath that allows players to pass through the Gates of Tsolenka.

Fanes of Barovia – this book serves as an overall history of Barovia and provides many clues if running the Fey Quest.
The book should be provided to the players as early as possible in the campaign. It is possible to give to the players
during Session Zero, perhaps from a previous adventure or handed down from a relative.

Legends of Luganda – this book serves to bring context to the Great War, information about the Abbey, and clues to
where and how to find the Holy Symbol of the Sun / Holy Symbol of Ravenkind.

Myth of Khazan – this book tells the story of the first Wizard of Barovia, Khazan. It is considered a myth or fable.

Fall of Argynvost – the history of the Great War. Provides information about Argynvostholt.

Common Locations

† Book Store in Vallaki

† Count Lugosi’s Library (Death House)
† Homes of the Burgomasters (Barovia, Vallaki, Krezk)
† Abbey Library
† Argynvostholt Library
† Wizard Tower – with Busty
While there are multiple copies, these books are usually found in particular locations to help bring context to the
campaign.

Devil We Know – this is a book used by the Wachter Cult. Other locations include Father Petrovich, who may have a
copy and share with the party as he is growing concerned about a cult movement in the village.

Locations:

† Wachterhaus,
† Visili von Holtz manor
† Ernst Home
† Father Petrovich may have a copy as he is growing concern.

Lords of Barovia – this book records the history of the lords of Barovia and a broad history of Barovia since year zero.

Locations:

† Each Burgomaster’s homes

† Count Lugosi’s Library (Death House)
† Ravenloft Study.

Story of Saint Andral – is a book telling the story of the protection of Saint Andral’s church in Vallaki.

Locations:

† Church in the Village of Barovia

† Saint Andral’s Church
† The Abbey in Krezk

Yef Riccle Scroll – there are two copies.

Translation: Yef Riccle (Fey Circle spelled backward) The teleportation spell of the Fey is one knows the secret of the
three Fey Signs. Draw a teleportation circle on the ground, with the sign of the Fey, and to the Fane, it will take you.
Forest Fane Symbol, Mountain Fane Symbol, and Water Fane Symbol.

Locations:

† Wizards Tower
† Burgomaster of Vallaki’s Attic – Victor is trying to figure it out.

Monster’s Hunter Guide – this is a rare book and provides information on how to engage with different monsters in
Barovia, written by van Richten.

Locations:

† Rictavio’s Wagon (Stockyard in Vallaki)

† Ezmeralda’s Wagon (Wizard Tower)
† Wizard Tower (top floor)
† Vallaki Books Store (can be obtained – but costly)
These are one-of-a-kind books, notes, scrolls that are specifically placed in a location.

Artimus’s Journal – the story of Artimus and the construction of Castle Ravenloft.

Location: Amber Temple – X20 Architect’s Room (Chest)

Brother Valen’s Prayer Book – this is a prayer book in which Brother Valen records the remaining days of the Abbey.

Location: The Abbey – S20 Abbey Library

Diary of Lovina Wachter – this tells the story about Leo the Lion, Strahd’s half-brother, the bones of Leo locked in the
closet at the Wachter house. It also leads to a quest with the Vistani in the Tser Pool, if the Diary is given to them, they
will share the secret entrance into Ravenloft.

Location: Vallaki – Wachterhaus N4p Library

Knight’s Journal – this tells of the remaining days in the Amber Temple, before Strahd came during the end of the Great
War.

Location: Amber Temple – X03b East Barracks

Ludmilla’s Journal – the story of Ludmilla and her secret plans. Lots of reveals.

Location: Tsolenka Gate - Guard Tower either T5a Dark Magic Study or T5b Private Rooms on the Desk.

Martikov Journal – the journal is found in the Winery and tells of the recent attack by the blights and druids, as well as
problems with the Vistani and who wine is shipped to.

Location: Winery – W17 Master Bedroom in Desk

Rictavio’s Journal – this is a private journal that Rictavio (Van Richten in disguise) in which he is keeping notes on the
villagers of Vallaki, figuring out who he can trust.

Location: Blue Water Inn – N2n Private Guest Room (in the desk)

Tatyana’s Suicide Note – this is believed to be Tatyana’s suicide note. It tells how she learned of Sergei’s death and
shares information about a powerful ring and one of Strahd’s servants. It leads to a side quest.

Location: Vallaki – Father Petrovich will share it with the players when/if they return the Skull.

Testament of a Dying Soldier – this is a note from a dying soldier who once served Strahd. It tells of an interesting event
on the Luna River. It serves as a clue when searching for the Blue Gem if hidden in either location (Gitrog Cave or Crypt
of Ravenloft).

Location: Krezk – Darovich will give to the players if he trusts them.

Van Richten’s Journal – this tells the story of Van Richten and Ezmeralda.

Location: Wizard Tower – top floor.