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	==Production==		==Production==
	Writer J.R. Ralls came up with the idea of filming an adaptation of ''Dark Dungeons'' while in college, but plans never came to fruition.<ref name=":1">~~{{Cite web\|title = A~~ Fearmongering Anti-RPG Comic Gets the Film Adaptation It Deserves~~\|url = https://~~www.wired.com/2014/05/dark-dungeons-movie/~~\|website = WIRED\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}~~</ref> After winning $1,000 in a 2013 lottery Ralls once again considered making the film and contacted Jack Chick for permission to create an adaptation, which was granted.<ref name=":1" /> Additional funding for the film was raised through a successful Kickstarter campaign, which also managed to bring the proposed film to the attention of the production company Zombie Orpheus Entertainment.<ref name=":0">~~{{Cite web\|title = Some~~ Genius Made a Film Adaptation of an Amazing 1980's Christian Tract About D & D~~\|url = http://~~www.thewire.com/entertainment/2014/05/some-genius-made-a-film-adaptation-of-an-amazing-1980s-christian-tract-about-d-d/371334/~~\|website = The Wire\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}~~</ref>		Writer J.R. Ralls came up with the idea of filming an adaptation of ''Dark Dungeons'' while in college, but plans never came to fruition.<ref name=":1">Edidin, Rachel. “A Fearmongering Anti-RPG Comic Gets the Film Adaptation It Deserves.” Wired, Conde Nast, 3 June 2017, www.wired.com/2014/05/dark-dungeons-movie/.</ref> After winning $1,000 in a 2013 lottery Ralls once again considered making the film and contacted Jack Chick for permission to create an adaptation, which was granted.<ref name=":1" /> Additional funding for the film was raised through a successful Kickstarter campaign, which also managed to bring the proposed film to the attention of the production company Zombie Orpheus Entertainment.<ref name=":0">Ohlheiser, Abby. “Some Genius Made a Film Adaptation of an Amazing 1980's Christian Tract About D & D.” The Atlantic, The Atlantic, 21 May 2014, www.thewire.com/entertainment/2014/05/some-genius-made-a-film-adaptation-of-an-amazing-1980s-christian-tract-about-d-d/371334/.</ref>

	== Reception ==		== Reception ==
	Critical reception for ''Dark Dungeons'' has been positive, with most critics interpreting the film as a satire of its source material.<ref>~~{{Cite web\|title =~~ 'Dark Dungeons' ~~movie shows~~ the ~~sexier side~~ of D&D~~\|url = http://~~www.theverge.com/2014/8/15/6004733/dark-dungeons-movie-release~~\|website = The Verge\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}~~</ref><ref>~~{{Cite web\|title=Jack~~ Chick's 'Dark Dungeons' Tract Gets A Live Action Movie ~~\|url=http://comicsalliance~~.~~com/jack-chicks-anti-gaming-tract-dark-dungeons-is-getting-a-film-this-is-now-the-most-anticipated-comic-book-movie-of-~~2014~~/ \|website=Comics Alliance \|accessdate=2016-01-01 \|deadurl=yes \|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304112151/http://~~comicsalliance.com/jack-chicks-anti-gaming-tract-dark-dungeons-is-getting-a-film-this-is-now-the-most-anticipated-comic-book-movie-of-2014/ ~~\|archivedate=2016-03-04 \|df= }}~~</ref> ''Wired'' remarked that ''Dark Dungeons'' was not filmed as an outright parody, which they felt strengthened the movie as the source material was "made by people who believe that Cthulhu is real and coming for your soul. You can’t satirize something so far out of touch with reality."<ref name=":1" /> Comic Bastards made a similar statement in their favorable review for the film, stating that "Everyone plays it competently and straight and that’s why it works so well."<ref>~~{{Cite web\|title = Review~~: Dark Dungeons~~\|url = http://~~comicbastards.com/movies-tv/review-dark-dungeons/~~\|website = Comic Bastards\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}~~</ref>		Critical reception for ''Dark Dungeons'' has been positive, with most critics interpreting the film as a satire of its source material.<ref>Khaw, Cassandra. “'Dark Dungeons' Movie Shows the Sexier Side of D&D.” The Verge, The Verge, 15 Aug. 2014, www.theverge.com/2014/8/15/6004733/dark-dungeons-movie-release.</ref><ref>Sims, Chris. “Jack Chick's 'Dark Dungeons' Tract Gets A Live Action Movie.” ComicsAlliance, ComicsAlliance, 20 May 2014, comicsalliance.com/jack-chicks-anti-gaming-tract-dark-dungeons-is-getting-a-film-this-is-now-the-most-anticipated-comic-book-movie-of-2014/.</ref> ''Wired'' remarked that ''Dark Dungeons'' was not filmed as an outright parody, which they felt strengthened the movie as the source material was "made by people who believe that Cthulhu is real and coming for your soul. You can’t satirize something so far out of touch with reality."<ref name=":1" /> Comic Bastards made a similar statement in their favorable review for the film, stating that "Everyone plays it competently and straight and that’s why it works so well."<ref>Contributor, Guest. “Review: Dark Dungeons.” Comic Bastards, Comic Bastards, 15 Aug. 2014, comicbastards.com/movies-tv/review-dark-dungeons/. </ref>


	==External links==		==External links==
	* ~~{{official website\|~~http://www.darkdungeonsthemovie.com/}}		* [http://www.darkdungeonsthemovie.com/ Official Website]
	* {{IMDb ~~title\|3625970}}~~		* [https://www.imdb.com/title/tt3625970/ IMDb Entry]
	* [http://www.chick.com/reading/tracts/0046/0046_01.ASP Dark Dungeons comic] at Chick.com		* [http://www.chick.com/reading/tracts/0046/0046_01.ASP Dark Dungeons comic] at Chick.com

			==References==
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	'''''Dark Dungeons''''' is a 2014 American [[short film]] that was directed by L. Gabriel Gonda, written by JR Ralls, and based on the [[Chick tract]] of the same name. The film had its world premiere at [[Gen Con\|GenCon]] on August 14, 2014 and was also released through [[Video on demand~~\|VOD]]~~ through the film's official website.		'''''Dark Dungeons''''' is a 2014 American short film that was directed by L. Gabriel Gonda, written by JR Ralls, and based on the Chick tract of the same name. The film had its world premiere at [[Gen Con\|GenCon]] on August 14, 2014 and was also released through Video on demand through the film's official website.

	== Episodes ==		== Episodes ==
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	==Synopsis==		==Synopsis==
	The film opens with a group of sinister robed figures discussing how they are encouraging darkness to overtake the world via things like [[tarot cards]], [[homosexuality]], and [[role-playing games]]. One member states that all they need are a few more people to be converted in order for an entity known as the Dark One to take over the world. The film then cuts to Debbie and her childhood friend Marcie, who are discussing all of the fun they'll have at their new school. They attend a freshman orientation class where they meet Mike, who encourages them to join an organization. On their way out they come across the RPG (role-playing game) club. Mike warns them against joining the group, as he sees them and RPGs in general as addictive and dangerous. The college has been trying to kick them off campus, but cannot due to their popularity.		The film opens with a group of sinister robed figures discussing how they are encouraging darkness to overtake the world via things like tarot cards, homosexuality, and role-playing games. One member states that all they need are a few more people to be converted in order for an entity known as the Dark One to take over the world. The film then cuts to Debbie and her childhood friend Marcie, who are discussing all of the fun they'll have at their new school. They attend a freshman orientation class where they meet Mike, who encourages them to join an organization. On their way out they come across the RPG (role-playing game) club. Mike warns them against joining the group, as he sees them and RPGs in general as addictive and dangerous. The college has been trying to kick them off campus, but cannot due to their popularity.

	The two girls decide to attend a wild party and [[proselytize]], but are quickly overwhelmed and urged to drink and party. Partway through the party the music is cut off and the party's leader announces that the group will now take part in an RPG. They're dared to take part in the games by Mistress Frost. Debbie is reluctant to take part in the RPG at first, but Marcie takes part eagerly. During the game Marcie assumes the identity of Black Leaf, a thief, and Debbie plays as Elfstar, a cleric. During game play the two are forced to kill a game character that begs for their life, which disturbs Debbie, but only momentarily as they are too exhilarated by the game to think twice. Afterwards Debbie comments that she felt real magic while casting spells in the game, which she liked. As the term progresses both girls end up sacrificing school for the RPG group and before long Debbie begins failing her classes. She's told that she must pass one of her next tests or she'll flunk the class, which would force her to move home. At the next gathering Debbie reaches level eight and is approached by Mistress Frost, who inducts her into the art of [[witchcraft]]. With her new powers she easily passes her classes by controlling her professor's mind. Eager to reach level eight herself, Marcie asks for a more extreme game in order to level up faster. Mistress Frost eagerly introduces them to [[Live action role-playing game~~\|LARPing]]~~, but warns them that if they break character they will be forever banished from the RPG group.		The two girls decide to attend a wild party and proselytize, but are quickly overwhelmed and urged to drink and party. Partway through the party the music is cut off and the party's leader announces that the group will now take part in an RPG. They're dared to take part in the games by Mistress Frost. Debbie is reluctant to take part in the RPG at first, but Marcie takes part eagerly. During the game Marcie assumes the identity of Black Leaf, a thief, and Debbie plays as Elfstar, a cleric. During game play the two are forced to kill a game character that begs for their life, which disturbs Debbie, but only momentarily as they are too exhilarated by the game to think twice. Afterwards Debbie comments that she felt real magic while casting spells in the game, which she liked. As the term progresses both girls end up sacrificing school for the RPG group and before long Debbie begins failing her classes. She's told that she must pass one of her next tests or she'll flunk the class, which would force her to move home. At the next gathering Debbie reaches level eight and is approached by Mistress Frost, who inducts her into the art of [[witchcraft]]. With her new powers she easily passes her classes by controlling her professor's mind. Eager to reach level eight herself, Marcie asks for a more extreme game in order to level up faster. Mistress Frost eagerly introduces them to Live action role-playing game (LARP), but warns them that if they break character they will be forever banished from the RPG group.

	Before the game gets truly started Mistress Frost is contacted by the robed figures, who tell her that one of the two girls must commit suicide in order to help the Dark One rise. During the game Marcie's character ends up dying after she gets shot by a poison dart. This devastates Marcie, but Debbie is unable to offer any support without breaking character. As a result Marcie returns back to their dorm room alone, where she commits suicide. When Debbie informs Mistress Frost of Marcie's death, the woman is dismissive. This shocks Debbie, especially after she learns that Marcie was only used in order to summon [[Cthulhu]] via the ''[[Necronomicon]]'' during the LARP game - and that she herself was instrumental in summoning the deity. Debbie initially tries to venture into the college's steam tunnels (where Cthulhu and his minions reside apparently) to defeat him, only to find that this makes the entities stronger. Just as she is about to be trapped by the demons, she asks God to help her, which enables her to escape. Back in her dorm she's approached by Mike, who invites her to come to a religious meeting as only Jesus can fight evil. At the meeting she repents and takes part in the destruction of RPG and occult materials (which includes books by [[C.S. Lewis]] and [[J.R.R. Tolkien]]), which foils the robed figures' plans to raise Cthulhu.		Before the game gets truly started Mistress Frost is contacted by the robed figures, who tell her that one of the two girls must commit suicide in order to help the Dark One rise. During the game Marcie's character ends up dying after she gets shot by a poison dart. This devastates Marcie, but Debbie is unable to offer any support without breaking character. As a result Marcie returns back to their dorm room alone, where she commits suicide. When Debbie informs Mistress Frost of Marcie's death, the woman is dismissive. This shocks Debbie, especially after she learns that Marcie was only used in order to summon Cthulhu via the ''Necronomicon'' during the LARP game - and that she herself was instrumental in summoning the deity. Debbie initially tries to venture into the college's steam tunnels (where Cthulhu and his minions reside apparently) to defeat him, only to find that this makes the entities stronger. Just as she is about to be trapped by the demons, she asks God to help her, which enables her to escape. Back in her dorm she's approached by Mike, who invites her to come to a religious meeting as only Jesus can fight evil. At the meeting she repents and takes part in the destruction of RPG and occult materials (which includes books by C.S. Lewis and J.R.R. Tolkien), which foils the robed figures' plans to raise Cthulhu.

	==Cast==		==Cast==
	*[[Alyssa Kay]] as Debbie		* [[Alyssa Kay]] as Debbie
	*Anastasia Higham as Marcie		* Anastasia Higham as Marcie
	*[[Tracy Hyland]] as Mistress Frost		* [[Tracy Hyland]] as Mistress Frost
	*Trevor Cushman as Mike		* Trevor Cushman as Mike
	*Jonathan Crimeni as Nitro		* Jonathan Crimeni as Nitro
	*[[Kaleb Hagen-Kerr]] as Preacher		* [[Kaleb Hagen-Kerr]] as Preacher
	*David Anthony Lewis as Professor		* David Anthony Lewis as Professor

	==Production==		==Production==
	Writer J.R. Ralls came up with the idea of filming an adaptation of ''Dark Dungeons'' while in college, but plans never came to fruition.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web\|title = A Fearmongering Anti-RPG Comic Gets the Film Adaptation It Deserves\|url = https://www.wired.com/2014/05/dark-dungeons-movie/\|website = WIRED\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref> After winning $1,000 in a 2013 lottery Ralls once again considered making the film and contacted [[Jack Chick]] for permission to create an adaptation, which was granted.<ref name=":1" /> Additional funding for the film was raised through a successful [[Kickstarter]] campaign, which also managed to bring the proposed film to the attention of the production company Zombie Orpheus Entertainment.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web\|title = Some Genius Made a Film Adaptation of an Amazing 1980's Christian Tract About D & D\|url = http://www.thewire.com/entertainment/2014/05/some-genius-made-a-film-adaptation-of-an-amazing-1980s-christian-tract-about-d-d/371334/\|website = The Wire\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>		Writer J.R. Ralls came up with the idea of filming an adaptation of ''Dark Dungeons'' while in college, but plans never came to fruition.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web\|title = A Fearmongering Anti-RPG Comic Gets the Film Adaptation It Deserves\|url = https://www.wired.com/2014/05/dark-dungeons-movie/\|website = WIRED\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref> After winning $1,000 in a 2013 lottery Ralls once again considered making the film and contacted Jack Chick for permission to create an adaptation, which was granted.<ref name=":1" /> Additional funding for the film was raised through a successful Kickstarter campaign, which also managed to bring the proposed film to the attention of the production company Zombie Orpheus Entertainment.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web\|title = Some Genius Made a Film Adaptation of an Amazing 1980's Christian Tract About D & D\|url = http://www.thewire.com/entertainment/2014/05/some-genius-made-a-film-adaptation-of-an-amazing-1980s-christian-tract-about-d-d/371334/\|website = The Wire\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>

	== Reception ==		== Reception ==
	Critical reception for ''Dark Dungeons'' has been positive, with most critics interpreting the film as a [[satire]] of its source material.<ref>{{Cite web\|title = 'Dark Dungeons' movie shows the sexier side of D&D\|url = http://www.theverge.com/2014/8/15/6004733/dark-dungeons-movie-release\|website = The Verge\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=Jack Chick's 'Dark Dungeons' Tract Gets A Live Action Movie \|url=http://comicsalliance.com/jack-chicks-anti-gaming-tract-dark-dungeons-is-getting-a-film-this-is-now-the-most-anticipated-comic-book-movie-of-2014/ \|website=Comics Alliance \|accessdate=2016-01-01 \|deadurl=yes \|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304112151/http://comicsalliance.com/jack-chicks-anti-gaming-tract-dark-dungeons-is-getting-a-film-this-is-now-the-most-anticipated-comic-book-movie-of-2014/ \|archivedate=2016-03-04 \|df= }}</ref> ''[[Wired ~~(magazine)\|Wired]]~~'' remarked that ''Dark Dungeons'' was not filmed as an outright parody, which they felt strengthened the movie as the source material was "made by people who believe that Cthulhu is real and coming for your soul. You can’t satirize something so far out of touch with reality."<ref name=":1" /> [[Comic Bastards]] made a similar statement in their favorable review for the film, stating that "Everyone plays it competently and straight and that’s why it works so well."<ref>{{Cite web\|title = Review: Dark Dungeons\|url = http://comicbastards.com/movies-tv/review-dark-dungeons/\|website = Comic Bastards\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>		Critical reception for ''Dark Dungeons'' has been positive, with most critics interpreting the film as a satire of its source material.<ref>{{Cite web\|title = 'Dark Dungeons' movie shows the sexier side of D&D\|url = http://www.theverge.com/2014/8/15/6004733/dark-dungeons-movie-release\|website = The Verge\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=Jack Chick's 'Dark Dungeons' Tract Gets A Live Action Movie \|url=http://comicsalliance.com/jack-chicks-anti-gaming-tract-dark-dungeons-is-getting-a-film-this-is-now-the-most-anticipated-comic-book-movie-of-2014/ \|website=Comics Alliance \|accessdate=2016-01-01 \|deadurl=yes \|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304112151/http://comicsalliance.com/jack-chicks-anti-gaming-tract-dark-dungeons-is-getting-a-film-this-is-now-the-most-anticipated-comic-book-movie-of-2014/ \|archivedate=2016-03-04 \|df= }}</ref> ''Wired'' remarked that ''Dark Dungeons'' was not filmed as an outright parody, which they felt strengthened the movie as the source material was "made by people who believe that Cthulhu is real and coming for your soul. You can’t satirize something so far out of touch with reality."<ref name=":1" /> Comic Bastards made a similar statement in their favorable review for the film, stating that "Everyone plays it competently and straight and that’s why it works so well."<ref>{{Cite web\|title = Review: Dark Dungeons\|url = http://comicbastards.com/movies-tv/review-dark-dungeons/\|website = Comic Bastards\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>

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	'''''Dark Dungeons''''' is a 2014 American [[short film]] that was directed by L. Gabriel Gonda, written by JR Ralls, and based on the [[Chick tract]] of the same name.		'''''Dark Dungeons''''' is a 2014 American [[short film]] that was directed by L. Gabriel Gonda, written by JR Ralls, and based on the [[Chick tract]] of the same name. The film had its world premiere at [[Gen Con\|GenCon]] on August 14, 2014 and was also released through [[Video on demand\|VOD]] through the film's official website.


	== Episodes ==		== Episodes ==
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	~~From Wikipedia:~~

	The film had its world premiere at [[Gen Con\|GenCon]] on August 14, 2014 and was also released through [[Video on demand\|VOD]] through the film's official website.<ref>{{Cite web\|title = New 'Dark Dungeons' film shows the totally real danger of role-playing games\|url = http://www.techtimes.com/articles/13169/20140816/dark-dungeons-movie-rallsfilm-jack-chick-tract.htm\|website = Tech Times\|date = 2014-08-16\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title = Finally, A Movie Based On The Classic Anti-D&D Screed "Dark Dungeons"\|url = http://io9.gizmodo.com/finally-a-movie-based-on-the-classic-anti-d-d-screed-1547477697\|website = io9\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>

	==Synopsis==		==Synopsis==

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	Dark Dungeons is a ~~faithful retelling of~~ the ~~publication~~ of the same name ~~created by Jack T. Chick. The movie contains some mature content and themes~~.		'''''Dark Dungeons''''' is a 2014 American [[short film]] that was directed by L. Gabriel Gonda, written by JR Ralls, and based on the [[Chick tract]] of the same name.


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	'''''Dark Dungeons''''' is a 2014 American [[short film]] that was directed by L. Gabriel Gonda, written by JR Ralls, and based on the [[Chick tract]] of the same name.<ref>{{Cite web\|title = That Chick Tract About Dungeons & Dragons Is Getting Made Into a Movie\|url = http://www.themarysue.com/dark-dungeons/\|website = [[The Mary Sue]]\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}</ref> The film had its world premiere at [[Gen Con\|GenCon]] on August 14, 2014 and was also released through [[Video on demand\|VOD]] through the film's official website.<ref>{{Cite web\|title = New 'Dark Dungeons' film shows the totally real danger of role-playing games\|url = http://www.techtimes.com/articles/13169/20140816/dark-dungeons-movie-rallsfilm-jack-chick-tract.htm\|website = Tech Times\|date = 2014-08-16\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title = Finally, A Movie Based On The Classic Anti-D&D Screed "Dark Dungeons"\|url = http://io9.gizmodo.com/finally-a-movie-based-on-the-classic-anti-d-d-screed-1547477697\|website = io9\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>		The film had its world premiere at [[Gen Con\|GenCon]] on August 14, 2014 and was also released through [[Video on demand\|VOD]] through the film's official website.<ref>{{Cite web\|title = New 'Dark Dungeons' film shows the totally real danger of role-playing games\|url = http://www.techtimes.com/articles/13169/20140816/dark-dungeons-movie-rallsfilm-jack-chick-tract.htm\|website = Tech Times\|date = 2014-08-16\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title = Finally, A Movie Based On The Classic Anti-D&D Screed "Dark Dungeons"\|url = http://io9.gizmodo.com/finally-a-movie-based-on-the-classic-anti-d-d-screed-1547477697\|website = io9\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>

	==Synopsis==		==Synopsis==

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	[[DD Episode 01.04]] '''"Episode 4"'''		[[DD Episode 01.04]] '''"Episode 4"'''

			From Wikipedia:

			'''''Dark Dungeons''''' is a 2014 American [[short film]] that was directed by L. Gabriel Gonda, written by JR Ralls, and based on the [[Chick tract]] of the same name.<ref>{{Cite web\|title = That Chick Tract About Dungeons & Dragons Is Getting Made Into a Movie\|url = http://www.themarysue.com/dark-dungeons/\|website = [[The Mary Sue]]\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}</ref> The film had its world premiere at [[Gen Con\|GenCon]] on August 14, 2014 and was also released through [[Video on demand\|VOD]] through the film's official website.<ref>{{Cite web\|title = New 'Dark Dungeons' film shows the totally real danger of role-playing games\|url = http://www.techtimes.com/articles/13169/20140816/dark-dungeons-movie-rallsfilm-jack-chick-tract.htm\|website = Tech Times\|date = 2014-08-16\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title = Finally, A Movie Based On The Classic Anti-D&D Screed "Dark Dungeons"\|url = http://io9.gizmodo.com/finally-a-movie-based-on-the-classic-anti-d-d-screed-1547477697\|website = io9\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>

			==Synopsis==
			The film opens with a group of sinister robed figures discussing how they are encouraging darkness to overtake the world via things like [[tarot cards]], [[homosexuality]], and [[role-playing games]]. One member states that all they need are a few more people to be converted in order for an entity known as the Dark One to take over the world. The film then cuts to Debbie and her childhood friend Marcie, who are discussing all of the fun they'll have at their new school. They attend a freshman orientation class where they meet Mike, who encourages them to join an organization. On their way out they come across the RPG (role-playing game) club. Mike warns them against joining the group, as he sees them and RPGs in general as addictive and dangerous. The college has been trying to kick them off campus, but cannot due to their popularity.

			The two girls decide to attend a wild party and [[proselytize]], but are quickly overwhelmed and urged to drink and party. Partway through the party the music is cut off and the party's leader announces that the group will now take part in an RPG. They're dared to take part in the games by Mistress Frost. Debbie is reluctant to take part in the RPG at first, but Marcie takes part eagerly. During the game Marcie assumes the identity of Black Leaf, a thief, and Debbie plays as Elfstar, a cleric. During game play the two are forced to kill a game character that begs for their life, which disturbs Debbie, but only momentarily as they are too exhilarated by the game to think twice. Afterwards Debbie comments that she felt real magic while casting spells in the game, which she liked. As the term progresses both girls end up sacrificing school for the RPG group and before long Debbie begins failing her classes. She's told that she must pass one of her next tests or she'll flunk the class, which would force her to move home. At the next gathering Debbie reaches level eight and is approached by Mistress Frost, who inducts her into the art of [[witchcraft]]. With her new powers she easily passes her classes by controlling her professor's mind. Eager to reach level eight herself, Marcie asks for a more extreme game in order to level up faster. Mistress Frost eagerly introduces them to [[Live action role-playing game\|LARPing]], but warns them that if they break character they will be forever banished from the RPG group.

			Before the game gets truly started Mistress Frost is contacted by the robed figures, who tell her that one of the two girls must commit suicide in order to help the Dark One rise. During the game Marcie's character ends up dying after she gets shot by a poison dart. This devastates Marcie, but Debbie is unable to offer any support without breaking character. As a result Marcie returns back to their dorm room alone, where she commits suicide. When Debbie informs Mistress Frost of Marcie's death, the woman is dismissive. This shocks Debbie, especially after she learns that Marcie was only used in order to summon [[Cthulhu]] via the ''[[Necronomicon]]'' during the LARP game - and that she herself was instrumental in summoning the deity. Debbie initially tries to venture into the college's steam tunnels (where Cthulhu and his minions reside apparently) to defeat him, only to find that this makes the entities stronger. Just as she is about to be trapped by the demons, she asks God to help her, which enables her to escape. Back in her dorm she's approached by Mike, who invites her to come to a religious meeting as only Jesus can fight evil. At the meeting she repents and takes part in the destruction of RPG and occult materials (which includes books by [[C.S. Lewis]] and [[J.R.R. Tolkien]]), which foils the robed figures' plans to raise Cthulhu.

			==Cast==
			*[[Alyssa Kay]] as Debbie
			*Anastasia Higham as Marcie
			*[[Tracy Hyland]] as Mistress Frost
			*Trevor Cushman as Mike
			*Jonathan Crimeni as Nitro
			*[[Kaleb Hagen-Kerr]] as Preacher
			*David Anthony Lewis as Professor

			==Production==
			Writer J.R. Ralls came up with the idea of filming an adaptation of ''Dark Dungeons'' while in college, but plans never came to fruition.<ref name=":1">{{Cite web\|title = A Fearmongering Anti-RPG Comic Gets the Film Adaptation It Deserves\|url = https://www.wired.com/2014/05/dark-dungeons-movie/\|website = WIRED\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref> After winning $1,000 in a 2013 lottery Ralls once again considered making the film and contacted [[Jack Chick]] for permission to create an adaptation, which was granted.<ref name=":1" /> Additional funding for the film was raised through a successful [[Kickstarter]] campaign, which also managed to bring the proposed film to the attention of the production company Zombie Orpheus Entertainment.<ref name=":0">{{Cite web\|title = Some Genius Made a Film Adaptation of an Amazing 1980's Christian Tract About D & D\|url = http://www.thewire.com/entertainment/2014/05/some-genius-made-a-film-adaptation-of-an-amazing-1980s-christian-tract-about-d-d/371334/\|website = The Wire\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>

			== Reception ==
			Critical reception for ''Dark Dungeons'' has been positive, with most critics interpreting the film as a [[satire]] of its source material.<ref>{{Cite web\|title = 'Dark Dungeons' movie shows the sexier side of D&D\|url = http://www.theverge.com/2014/8/15/6004733/dark-dungeons-movie-release\|website = The Verge\|accessdate = 2016-01-01}}</ref><ref>{{Cite web\|title=Jack Chick's 'Dark Dungeons' Tract Gets A Live Action Movie \|url=http://comicsalliance.com/jack-chicks-anti-gaming-tract-dark-dungeons-is-getting-a-film-this-is-now-the-most-anticipated-comic-book-movie-of-2014/ \|website=Comics Alliance \|accessdate=2016-01-01 \|deadurl=yes \|archiveurl=https://web.archive.org/web/20160304112151/http://comicsalliance.com/jack-chicks-anti-gaming-tract-dark-dungeons-is-getting-a-film-this-is-now-the-most-anticipated-comic-book-movie-of-2014/ \|archivedate=2016-03-04 \|df= }}</ref> ''[[Wired (magazine)\|Wired]]'' remarked that ''Dark Dungeons'' was not filmed as an outright parody, which they felt strengthened the movie as the source material was "made by people who believe that Cthulhu is real and coming for your soul. You can’t satirize something so far out of touch with reality."<ref name=":1" /> [[Comic Bastards]] made a similar statement in their favorable review for the film, stating that "Everyone plays it competently and straight and that’s why it works so well."<ref>{{Cite web\|title = Review: Dark Dungeons\|url = http://comicbastards.com/movies-tv/review-dark-dungeons/\|website = Comic Bastards\|accessdate = 2016-01-01\|language = en-US}}</ref>


			==External links==
			* {{official website\|http://www.darkdungeonsthemovie.com/}}
			* {{IMDb title\|3625970}}
			* [http://www.chick.com/reading/tracts/0046/0046_01.ASP Dark Dungeons comic] at Chick.com

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			[[DD Episode 01.01]] '''"Episode 1"'''

			[[DD Episode 01.02]] '''"Episode 2"'''

			[[DD Episode 01.03]] '''"Episode 3"'''

			[[DD Episode 01.04]] '''"Episode 4"'''

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