Core Genesis Project

Theory III

Developed by Zak “Lord Cyclohexane” Gillman

Compiled by Matt “Strahdsbuddy” Doyle

This version of the Core Genesis project looks at the theories put forth by Lord Cyclohexane, in particular the revolutionary idea that the Core itself may not have formed until much later than what is usually accepted in canon. The beginning of the timeline cleaves to canon, but in slide 11 separate clusters form, defining this theory. Enjoy!

351 BC: A Lonely Island

547 BC: The First Cluster

575 BC: The Fey

579 BC (Autumn): The Failed Escape

579 BC (Winter): The Great Neighbor

588 BC: Mount Lament

593 BC: Gundar

603 BC: Bakholis Defiant

613 BC: Another Kind of Wolf

625 BC: The Split

682 BC: Vaasi Arrival

683 BC: Living Nightmare

684 BC: Camille Cleans House

685 BC: The Good Doctor

690 BC: A Threat to Darkon

691 BC: Real Superstition

694: The Renier Exodus

698 BC: Barovian Butcher

702 BC: Hail Zhakata!

707 BC: Rediscovering Nobility

708 BC: Captain Timothy Goes Boating

714 BC: The Red Wizard

715 BC: Dilisnyas Live!

719 BC: The Core Congeals

720 BC: Black Rose, Black Cat

730 BC: Father’s Footsteps

THANKS

The Fraternity of Shadows, particularly David “Jester” Gibson, whose map was used as the basis for my work. Without that “stencil” I’d have never had the artistic talent to present this.

John W. Mangrum, whose Unofficial Ravenloft Timeline was invaluable in helping to keep dates straight.

Zak “Lord Cyclohexane” Gillman, whose Ideas are presented here with his permission.

This ends the 3rd Core Genesis Project.. It was originally developed by Lord Cyclohexane in the Fraternity of Shadows forum, although the commentary for each slide was written by Strahdsbuddy. These alternate projects have been presented with the intent of spurring conversation, and are not meant to replace canon or change the way games are run.

Matt “Strahdsbuddy” Doyle, 2011Insert Legal Disclaimer Here