THE HAUNTED VILLAGE OF BITTERFELD

... and much more!

A shadow has crept forth from the castle

Bitterfeld is a sleepy hamlet nestled in the mid-eastern reaches of Gertonia. Blessed with fertile soils and the nearby forest ominously named "Ghostbane," the village had all it ever needed to thrive. Yet, a shadow has crept forth from Castle Crowfall, ever since the warlord known as the "Beast of Thelarion" returned from his campaign in the Westmark. Days grew grim, and the sky took on an unnatural hue. With the strange weather came monsters and creatures that lurk in the twilight. Bitterfeld, having never needed a wall, found its farmers armed with naught but simple tools for defense. Thus, it was no challenge for the cunning necromancer to subdue the hamlet's few families. The undead that followed him now toil for him, instilling fear, while the crops stand ripe yet unharvested for the first time. What dark task do the families of Bitterfeld labor over? What does the necromancer compel them to do? And will there be a band of adventurers to restore peace to this secluded village?

ENTER EVERY HOUSE, VISIT EVERY AREA

Bitterfeld is a quaint village ripe for exploration, echoing the haunting vibes of Resident Evil 4, and bursting with potential for riveting tales. It could serve as a waypoint to a grander quest or the setting for a monster hunt in the woods. Perhaps, in classic fashion, a werewolf lurks among the families, awaiting discovery. Or, you could employ the free Beneos Token available with this release on Patreon, placing it as the boss for your level 4-6 party right in the church. What ideas do you have for Bitterfeld? Share in the comments and inspire me and all readers and supporters =)

RELEASE FEATURE

• 7 Animated Battlemaps (4K & HD)

• 7 Animated Scenery(4K & HD)

• 1 Official Beneos Token: The Necromancer

• 31 3D Rendered Player Handouts

• 1 Animated Intro Sequence

• 13 Individual and Accessible houses

• 1 Accessable Church

THE NECROMANCER

Necromancers are magic users who pursued the arcane arts beyond the restrictions that nature and mortality place upon less curious souls. Death is a strong metaphysical concept and those tapping into the domain of biological and metaphysical death quickly find themselves swelling with power, as they carry life into the realms of death to reanimate bodies or manipulate souls, or invite death into the realms of the living, turning flesh to dust and withering body and soul. This power quickly corrupts and many societies fear, shun or hunt those who passed the threshold and invited death into their life.

DOWNLOAD

• Download the NECROMANCER HERE  

INSTALLATION

• Unzip the files to FoundryVTT / data / beneos_assets / beneos_tokens / TOKEN FOLDER and rebuild the compendiums in Foundry. We have a video that explains everything in detail, it's really simple. TO THE VIDEO

Here's a list of the adjusted Tier 2 contents on Moulinette. If you've installed any of the packs, make sure to download them again to get the latest version. Please ensure that you delete any existing scenes and journals beforehand, as explained in our setup guide for Beneos Battlemaps.

• CoS 02 Ivlis Crossroads - 53 (4K + HD) - You can now switch from the scenery to the battlemap.

• CoS 02 Gates of Barovia - 53 (4K + HD) - On the overview scene, there's now a PoI connection from the Bright to the Dark version and vice versa. We managed to convince a graphic artifact to stop bothering the Dark Overview scene.

• CoS Barovia Map Landing Page: 4K and HD - On the world map, you will now be directed to the correct overview scenes of Tser Pool Camp and Tsolenka Pass.

• CoS 02 Tser Pool Camp - 22 4K and HD - We have graciously added a link for DMs from the road to the camp, so they don't have to stay behind in the woods when their players move forward. The Vistani and commoner tokens are now part of this release as well.

• CoS 05 Vallaki (4K + HD) - There is only one Nikolai Wachter in the Bluewater inn now. All Stores and Workshops in Vallaki now have working handouts. The Vistani Camp Journal Icon now is also invisible to players on the Vallaki overview map, if you haven't installed the Vistani Camp pack yet.

• CoS 02 Lake Zarovich - 52 (4K + HD) - The intro Sequence has now sound. An orphaned Aeroctie Floatling was removed.  Added one additional Boat to the Bluto scene. Bluto is now in his boat, bot below.

• CoS 11 Van Richtens Tower - 17 (4K + HD) - Intro for the interior and exploded version have sound now.

• CoS 07 Argynvostholt - 62 (4K + HD) - The throne room and chapel intro sequences have sound now.

If you're enjoying our maps, we invite you to consider supporting us on Patreon. Your support helps us create more content to captivate your players and enrich your gaming experience.

All our work is funded by our incredible community. As a token of our gratitude, we're proud to offer all our 2D battle maps for free! This is our way of saying 'Thank You' for your support and contribution.

The Haunted Village of Bitterfeld: FREE MAPs 

This pack is now available via Moulinette or in your master list!

➤ TIER 2 DOWNLOAD: VTT All Inclusive + Foundry Ready DOWNLOAD

➤ TIER 1 DOWNLOAD: Just The Files DOWNLOAD

Disclaimer:

• Although I work super hard on my standard of quality, this is no official content! This map pack is unofficial Fan Content permitted under the Fan Content Policy. Not approved/endorsed by Wizards. Portions of the materials used are property of Wizards of the Coast. ©Wizards of the Coast LLC.

Health Warning for Users with Epilepsy

• When using animated Beneos Battlemaps, it's important to be aware of potential health risks, especially for individuals who are susceptible to photosensitive epilepsy. Some of our maps contain elements that could potentially trigger seizures for people with photosensitive epilepsy. For instance, lightning effects from storm animations on certain maps simulate strobe-like flashes which could act as a trigger. If you or anyone in your gaming group has a history of epilepsy or seizures, please consult a medical professional before using these animated maps. Additionally, users should take breaks regularly while playing, play in a well-lit room, and avoid playing if they are feeling fatigued or have had little sleep, as this can increase the risk of a seizure.

Age Rating Information

• Our content at Beneos Battlemaps and Sceneries has not been rated by any public rating board. However, we strive to create content that refrains from glorifying violence and brutality. While our fantasy adventure maps may contain traces of violence or depict grotesque creatures, these elements are not the focal point of our creations. In the spirit of fostering a safe and inclusive gaming environment, we self-rate our content and suggest it is suitable for users aged 12 and up. We recommend that parents review the maps themselves or adhere to our general age recommendation to determine if the content is appropriate for their children. Our commitment is to provide immersive and engaging fantasy experiences without compromising on the well-being and safety of our users.