The New D&D Season of Horror (Everything We Know So Far)
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The Mists of Ravenloft are rising once again, thanks in large part to Wizards of the Coast’s recently introduced D&D Seasons. This new initiative features three month periods focused around a unique theme designed to promote new products and organized play events. Kicking off the new program is the Season of Horror, which will be taking place later this spring and which will feature the upcoming Ravenloft: The Horrors Within sourcebook as its centerpiece, along with a number of new accessories.
So just what can fans expect when the mists part and Season of Horror officially begins? Below, we break out everything we know so far.
When does the D&D Season of Horror take place?
The Season of Horror officially runs from April through June 2026. This does seem a bit odd given that Halloween and early fall would have been more a suitable period of time for horror, but key dates include:
- April 13th: Pre-orders open for Ravenloft: The Horrors Within.
- June 2nd: Early Access for D&D Beyond Master Tier subscribers.
- June 9th: Early Access for D&D Beyond Hero Tier subscribers.
- June 16th: Wide global release for all Season of Horror products.
What D&D products will be included in the Season of Horror?
So far we have confirmation on four official products that will be linked to the season.
- Ravenloft: The Horrors Within: A new player and DM-facing sourcebook with new lore and character options for the Domains of dread.
- Tarokka Deck: An updated 60-card deck used for in-game fortune-telling and procedural quest generation.
- DM Screen: Featuring new Ravenloft art and quick-reference tables for horror mechanics like Fear and Stress.
- Map Pack: Five double-sided poster maps that tie in to the The Horrors Within.
What D&D events will be taking place during the Season of Horror?
As of this writing, Wizards of the Coast has not confirmed what official events will be taking place. We do, however, know that the Season of Horror will be a part of the recently relaunched D&D Encounters program. This includes exclusive game material, accessories and organized play events that take place at local game stores. For the Season of Horror, Wizards of the Coast has said this will include short, drop-in adventure materials that tie in directly to Ravenloft and The Horrors Within.
We’ll update this page with specific details once we know more.
Final Thoughts
As the Mists recede in late June, D&D will transition immediately into the Season of Magic, which runs from July to September and is anchored by the Arcana Unleashed sourcebook and the Arcana Unleashed: Deadfall adventure. In the meantime,, you’ll want to sharpen your stakes and prepare your silvered weapons as the Season of Horror approaches.
We’ll be keeping a close eye on updates around D&D events and new products days ahead and will update this page with new information as it becomes available.
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