As you step into the dense, whispering woods of Darkwood Forest, the air is filled with the crisp scent of pine and a distant, unusual gobbling sound. Lord Bakkas' words echo in your minds, 'Bring back the turkeys for our feast.' But as you delve deeper, the 'gobbles' grow louder, resonating like thunder through the…
As you make your way through the dimly lit stone corridors, the air becomes heavy with a foul, garbage-like smell. The hallway ahead is filled with debris - broken furniture, old weapons, and piles of unidentified remains. DM Information A gelatinous cube lurks in the hallway, hidden within the garbage. It will wait motionless until…
Hostage at Owlbear Ridge, is an encounter for 2 level 4 adventurers who have been dispatched on a critical mission to negotiate the release of a hostage held by kobolds and their owl bear ally. The situation is complicated by the presence of a Kobold shaman, who has used his skills to create an illusionary…
"Moonlit Glade" is designed for 2-4 level 3 players, trapped in an ever-shrinking glade, players must solve a complex puzzle to appease forest spirits and escape before being crushed by the encroaching trees. As twilight falls, you enter a serene glade bathed in moonlight. Suddenly, the trees begin to close in, their branches creaking ominously. A…
"Caravan in the Crosshairs" is an encounter designed for a party of four level 5 characters. It presents a dynamic challenge combining aerial threats, environmental dangers, and tactical combat. As the snow blankets the rugged mountain pass, your caravan halts abruptly. The sharp cry of griffons pierces the cold air. Bandits, astride majestic yet fierce…
"Jungle Whispers" is an encounter designed for four characters of level 2. It presents a challenging mix of combat, environmental hazards, and potential for role-playing, suitable for a party ready to tackle their first foray into the depths of a treacherous and rain-soaked jungle. Read to players: As the ceaseless rain of the jungle intensifies,…
Welcome to the enigmatic world of Cresthaven, where a mere spark of magic and the clash of steel is merely the beginning. In this realm, encounters with monstrous beings don't always escalate to combat; indeed, our RPG Encounter Design is crafted to offer a tapestry of outcomes, inviting players to a realm where choices abound…
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Deep within the dark caverns of outside the Village of Cresthaven, brave adventurers awaken entangled in the sticky embrace of giant spiderwebs. With time running out and the threat of monstrous arachnids looming, they must navigate the pitch-black labyrinth, battling for their very survival.