Adventuring in Düsternest
Adventuring in Gandmuehl
Hooks
Important:
- the players hear rumors about a burned down tavern outside the castle walls
- the players get robbed by the Daughters
Optional:
- the players stumble into a burning tavern
Flavor:
- The players help a group of artisans create a sculpture for the castle
- While in a tavern, the players witness a fight between two groups of people. (Gandmuehl Politics)
Encounters
| d10 | Encounter |
|---|---|
| 1-2 | a artisan is painting a picture of the city, he asks the party if they want to be his model for a small fee |
| 3-4 | 2 guards are playing cards and drinking, they ask the party to join them |
| 5-6 | 3 artisans are arguing over who is the better artist, they ask the party to judge their work |
| 7-8 | a weaponsmith is trying to sell his wares, he asks the party if they are interested in buying anything |
| 9-10 | a beer seller is selling his wares, he asks the party if they want to buy any beer |
Rumors
| d10 | Rumor |
|---|---|
| 1-2 | Lord Ander is a war veteran, he's tired of all the fighting and just wants a peaceful city. |
| 3-4 | The city guards are very strict, they will not hesitate to arrest anyone who breaks the law. |
| 5-6 | There is a group of burglars who have been robbing the wealthy and greedy citizens of Duesternest. |
| 7-8 | One of the artisans in the city is using illegal drugs to enhance his work. |
| 9-10 | There is a secret society of artists who are planning to overthrow the government. |
Traveling to Duesternest
The city can be reached by land or sea. The nearest port is in the city of Herbstbog.
As the Party approaches the City, read the following text:
Seeing Duesternest in the Distance
You can see the City of Duesternest in the distance. It is built on a cliff, with the castle on top of it, and the city wall forming a natural barrier. The city is mostly built of stone, with some wood and metal mixed in. The city seems to be well defended, with guards patrolling the walls. You can see people moving about in the city, and there seems to be a lot of activity."
When the party enters the city, read the following text:
Entering Duesternest
"You enter the city of Duesternest. The streets are bustling with people, and there is a lot of activity. You see many shops and stalls, selling food, drink, and various other goods. You also see many artisans, who are working on various projects. The city seems to be prosperous, and the citizens seem to be relatively wealthy."
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