The Butcher’s Masquerade (Dungeon Crawler Carl, #5) by Matt Dinniman

Carl and his feline companion, Princess Donut, have survived through four deadly floors, each more treacherous than the last. Now, they must face Floor Five, a realm filled with deception, bloodshed, and an elaborate, deadly masquerade ball. The mysterious Butcher presides over this floor, and he thrives on spectacle, forcing participants into a twisted game of intrigue, murder, and betrayal.

With alliances forming and breaking, Carl must navigate a world where everyone is wearing a mask—both literally and figuratively. The rules of the dungeon are shifting, and powerful factions are manipulating the game behind the scenes. As the Revenant Queen tightens her grip and the intergalactic audience grows ever more bloodthirsty, Carl and Donut must use every ounce of cunning, strength, and humor to survive.

Bigger battles, deeper mysteries, and even more absurd yet thrilling challenges make this installment a must-read for fans of the series.