D&D General How you would have done the Dungeons and Dragons' movie - 80's edition

Dungeons & Dragons: The Dragonstone of Doom

Act 1: The Rise of Evil

The film opens in the mystical realm of Eldoria, where the flamboyant sorcerer Malakar (Christopher Lee) and his duplicitous right-hand man Lord Varin (Alan Rickman) launch a dramatic assault on a sacred temple guarding the Dragonstone—a powerful artifact that grants control over dragons. With campy flair, Varin delivers a line dripping with charisma, “This is just a taste of what’s to come, sweet priest!” as he commands his henchmen to overpower the temple's defenders.

After the defenders are vanquished, Malakar confronts the trembling high priest, employing theatrical menace: “Tell me where the Dragonstone lies, or I shall unleash hell upon this pathetic village.” The high priest's reluctant confession leads to the retrieval of the Dragonstone, cementing Malakar's status as a sinister threat.

As Malakar and Varin share a moment of tension, their eyes linger just a moment too long, suggesting unspoken desires—a nod to the 80s camp that hints at deeper complexities without full acknowledgment.

Cut to a montage showcasing our five heroes in their separate lives:

1. Elara the Ranger (Sigourney Weaver) is seen in a vibrant forest, battling a group of bandits with fierce determination. She quips, “You picked the wrong day to mess with me, boys!” as she dispatches foes with acrobatic grace.


2. Seraphine the Cleric (Kim Basinger) is in her temple, performing a sensual healing massage on a handsome villager. “Just relax, darling,” she whispers, her hands glowing with divine energy as she heals his wounds, embodying both glamour and charm.


3. Kael the Barbarian (Arnold Schwarzenegger) is engaged in an over-the-top arena fight, flexing his muscles and delivering one-liners like, “You call that a swing? I’ve seen better from my grandma!” as he crushes his opponents.


4. Alaric the Wizard (Rutger Hauer) is conducting a spell experiment gone wrong, causing magical explosions that leave him covered in smoke. “Note to self: never mix fire with… more fire!” he muses with a sly smile.


5. Thorne the Rogue (Eddie Murphy) is seen charming his way out of trouble after a successful heist. “Who knew stealing could be this much fun?” he jokes, giving a wink to the audience as he slips into the shadows.



Each hero receives a magic scroll from the Council of Elders, summoning them to join forces against Malakar. The scrolls glow dramatically, with each character reacting in their signature style, setting the stage for the team-up.

The heroes gather at a lively tavern where they meet for the first time. Amidst the rowdy atmosphere, they quickly clash over differing personalities. Elara shoots a challenging glance at Seraphine. “If you think you can just heal your way out of trouble, you’re mistaken,” she snaps. Seraphine retorts, “At least I’m not a brute who relies on brawn alone!” Their rivalry is electric, and the tension is palpable.

The Elders (Tim Curry) give them their quest - they need to find the grave of Wlaidemar the Wise in order to find the Dungeon of Doom, where Malakar plans to summon the Dragons.

Act 2: The Quest Begins

With a reluctant acceptance of their quest, the party sets out on their adventure. The heroes encounter various challenges across dangerous terrains, illustrating their inability to work together.

1. The Forest of Frost: The group fights winter wolves, where Elara’s archery skills shine, but her constant bickering with Seraphine leads to missed shots. “Focus on the target, not your feelings!” Elara growls. Seraphine responds, “At least my aim is better than your attitude!”


2. The Desert of Desolation: Here, they battle mummies while Kael hilariously attempts to intimidate them with over-the-top roars, only to trip in the sand. “I’m just warming up!” he exclaims as he recovers, leaving the others rolling their eyes.


3. The Mountain of Murdering Madness: Their biggest challenge arises when they confront Lord Varin, who attempts to seduce the heroes with offers of power. “Join me, and I can give you all that you desire. Just imagine, you could have it all,” he purrs. Tension mounts as Varin flirts with each hero, almost causing a split in the group.


After a chaotic fight ensues, the party is nearly defeated. With high stakes, Elara finally sees the value in teamwork, suggesting, “If we don’t work together, we’ll end up as dragon food!”

By luck and chance they find the small grave that contains the map to the Dungeon of Doom.

Act 3: The Dungeon of Doom

The group finally locates the Dungeon of Doom, where Malakar is attempting to summon dragons using the Dragonstone.

Inside the dungeon, the heroes face a gauntlet of elaborate traps—swinging axes, fiery pits, and magical illusions. The tension rises, as each member struggles with their own skills and insecurities. During one trap, Thorne nearly falls, only to be saved by Seraphine. “Don’t think this means I like you,” she teases, but a bond begins to form.

In the heart of the dungeon, they confront Malakar. “You fools think you can stop me?” he bellows, his voice echoing menacingly. “I will command the dragons, and Eldoria will bow to my will!”

In a desperate battle, they first tackle Lord Varin, who tries to stall them. They combine their skills, they outsmart Varin in a comedic fashion. Kael lifts Seraphine up to unleash a magical blast, while Thorne distracts Varin with witty banter. “Do you really think you can handle all this?” he smirks as Varin is knocked out.

Act 4: The Final Showdown

While Varin is defeated, Malakar summlned the dragons and thanks to the dragonstone has control over the dragons. As the fearsome dragons descend, the heroes struggle to maintain their footing in the chaos.

In a moment of desperation, Elara and Seraphine find themselves as the last standing fighters. Seraphine leans in close, her voice sultry as she whispers, “Trust me,” and begins to heal Elara with a sensual massage while she fights, intertwining healing magic with her archery. “Keep your head in the game, Elara!” she encourages, her hands glowing with light as she keeps Elara on her feet, massaging her body.

“My last arrow. Just one more shot!” Elara gasps as she nocks the last arrow. “With my magic and your aim, we’ll bring him down! Be blessed”, whispers Seraphine and gives a final kiss for luck (on which tje camera lingers way to long), Seraphine channels her energy into Elara, who takes a deep breath and releases the arrow. The glowing arrow pierces the Dragonstone, shattering it and breaking Malakar’s control over the dragons.

In a stunning climax, the dragons turn on Malakar, who screams in horror as he is consumed by his own chaotic magic. “This isn’t over!” he cries as he disappears in a fiery explosion.

Epilogue: A New Dawn

The surviving heroes ride into the sunset, their camaraderie cemented through trial and tribulation. Elara and Seraphine exchange playful banter, their chemistry evident. “Maybe we should team up more often,” Seraphine flirts, her smile dazzling. Elara smirks, “As long as you keep those healing hands ready!”

In a final twist, a mysterious glowing Dragonstone is revealed in the ruins of the dungeon, setting the stage for a potential sequel, as the camera fades out on the heroes laughing together, ready for new adventures.

The film closes with a campy voiceover: “In a world of magic, where heroes rise and fall, adventure awaits those brave enough to seize it! Dungeons & Dragons will return!”
 

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Hmmn to early.

D&D the Random Harlots Soft Porn Caligula....

R18 let's go!! (it is the 80s after all).
 

Conan the Destroyer is the D&D Barbarian version of Conan.

And they were both GOOD.
That was the vibe I got too. The half hour or so what I watched today seemed like the part where the adventuring party was assembled. The special FX were not good, and I just couldn't take Grace Jones Caterwauling for more than one scene which is about when I turned it off.
A distance of eight years between books is a long time. Vampire of the Mist was quite good, and held up pretty well when I re-read it a while ago. Dance of the Dead was quite well done. If I ever do a Ravenloft campaign again, I absolutely plan on running an updated Night of the Walking Dead, which is set in the same domain as the novel, Souragne.
I never realized there was that much time between the books, but I read them both at the same time and was late to the Ravenloft party. Never read or played Dance of the Dead or Night of the Living Dead. I liked Ravenloft but my group at the time just partied too much while we played and cracked too many jokes to get the right mood for the setting. I'm not sure that's changed much aside from different players now.
It is about as good a Conan movie as you could make. Everything from the story, to the music, to the direction and casting is perfect. It has a clear vision and trundles over you with it. Destroyer on the other hand is a been more rickety,
I agree with you on the original. I really didn't remember much of anything about it from when I originally watched it in the 80s other than I didn't care for it much. The casting and acting seemed kind of weak, and Basil Poledouris seemed phone it in by recycling the same score. Never realized that Giadas father, Dino De Laurentiis produced both movies, and I was reading today that Arnold refused to renegotiate his contract with them and was attached to Raw Deal when a 3rd Conan movie was in development that eventually became Kevin Sorbos vehicle "KULL THE CONQUEROR". I think it's for the best that a third movie was never made then and Arnold probably knew that based on the results of the Destroyer. Remember kids, Wikipedia is your friend.
 

That was the vibe I got too. The half hour or so what I watched today seemed like the part where the adventuring party was assembled. The special FX were not good, and I just couldn't take Grace Jones Caterwauling for more than one scene which is about when I turned it off.

I never realized there was that much time between the books, but I read them both at the same time and was late to the Ravenloft party. Never read or played Dance of the Dead or Night of the Living Dead. I liked Ravenloft but my group at the time just partied too much while we played and cracked too many jokes to get the right mood for the setting. I'm not sure that's changed much aside from different players now.

I agree with you on the original. I really didn't remember much of anything about it from when I originally watched it in the 80s other than I didn't care for it much. The casting and acting seemed kind of weak, and Basil Poledouris seemed phone it in by recycling the same score. Never realized that Giadas father, Dino De Laurentiis produced both movies, and I was reading today that Arnold refused to renegotiate his contract with them and was attached to Raw Deal when a 3rd Conan movie was in development that eventually became Kevin Sorbos vehicle "KULL THE CONQUEROR". I think it's for the best that a third movie was never made then and Arnold probably knew that based on the results of the Destroyer. Remember kids, Wikipedia is your friend.

Don't Google the age of the heroine in the 1st Conan movie.
I only found out recently via reddit iirc.
 







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