Tier 2 – The Enchantress of Havenwood
**Tier 2 play**
In the vibrant, high-fantasy realm of Elaria, where magic flows as freely as the rivers, your party finds themselves summoned to the quaint village of Havenwood. The lush landscape is dotted with blooming flowers that shimmer in the sunlight and towering trees that whisper stories of old. But something is amiss in this picture-perfect setting.
As the sun sets, casting a warm, golden hue across the village, the townsfolk gather in the central square, faces etched with worry and fear. The air crackles with a sense of urgency. It seems that a powerful enchantress named Morwenna has recently emerged from the depths of the Whispering Grove, a sacred forest that has long been the source of the village's prosperity. She has claimed that she will restore the town’s fortunes, but only if they present her with a magical artifact once belonging to the legendary hero who saved the realm centuries ago.
The townsfolk believe the artifact is hidden within the Tomb of Eldren, a foreboding structure cloaked in shadows and surrounded by a mist that even the bravest dare not enter. They implore your party to retrieve it, fearing the enchantress intends to wield its power for her own sinister motives.
As your party begins their journey, they must navigate the dense forest, where every rustle could be the sound of a lurking beast. Strange glowmoss illuminates the path, and the songs of unseen creatures fill the air, creating both an enchanting and eerie ambiance. Along the way, your party encounters puzzles, traps, and magical anomalies that test both their skills and their resolve.
### Key Locations
1. **The Misty Glade**: A serene yet deceptive location that lures travelers with illusions. Investigating here may grant insights into the enchantress's true intentions. A successful perception check reveals clues about her past and hints regarding the artifact.
2. **The Tomb of Eldren**: A vast, echoing structure adorned with intricate carvings and guarded by spectral defenders. The adventurers must solve puzzles and engage in combat with the spectral guardians to reach the inner sanctum where the artifact lies.
3. **The Enchanted Library**: Within the tomb, there is a hidden library filled with tomes that tell the history of Elaria. Researching here can provide the players with advantages in the upcoming confrontation with Morwenna.
### Final Confrontation
Upon retrieving the artifact, the party must confront Morwenna in the heart of the Whispering Grove. As moonlight pierces through the canopy, she stands before them, draped in flowing robes made of shifting shadows.
**Morwenna, the Enchantress**
– **HP**: 80
– **AC**: 15
– **Spellcasting**: Can cast spells like *Charm Person*, *Invisibility*, and *Lightning Bolt*.
– **Special Ability**: Ensnaring Dance – Once per encounter, Morwenna can compel a character to dance uncontrollably, requiring a Wisdom saving throw (DC 14) or be incapacitated for one round.
When confronted, she tries to negotiate, offering the party power and riches if they turn over the artifact. Depending on how players respond—whether through combat, negotiation, or cunning—they can choose to fight her, outsmart her, or even persuade her to assist them.
Will your heroes restore peace to Havenwood, or will Morwenna’s dark ambitions plunge the land into chaos? The fate of Elaria rests in their hands!