Thursday, August 15, 2013

Brave the Legendary Tomb of Horrors


Review:  Tomb of Horrors (S1) By Gary Gygax.  (Published in 1981).  Ranked #3 on Dungeon Magazine’s 2004 list of the 30 best modules all-time.

“In the far reaches of the world, under a lost and lonely hill, lies the sinister TOMB OF HORRORS.  This labyrinthian crypt is filled with terrible traps, strange and ferocious monsters, rich and magical treasures, and somewhere within rests the evil demi-lich.”

Tomb of Horrors is set in Greyhawk and is for 10th to 14th level characters.  The module warns that it is about thinking and solving puzzles rather than “hack and slay”.

Many classic modules capture the flavor of an H.P. Lovecraft or Edgar Allan Poe short story in terms of exploring a place of ancient and unspeakable evil.  When making a list of such modules, the Tomb of Horrors would most certainly be included.

Compared to most modules it has a fairly small area but it more than makes up for it by being heavily concentrated with all manner of tricks and traps.  I do not want to go into too much detail to avoid spoiling the fun.

I would highly recommend it as inspirational, fun, and historic.  Most adventurers who attempt to defeat the demi-lich are unsuccessful.  Will your group be one of the fortunate ones?  5 out 5 stars

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