Tier 2 – The Comet’s Curse A Quest in Eldoria
**Tier 2 play**
In the vibrant realm of Eldoria, where magic flows as freely as the rivers and the skies twinkle with the light of a thousand stars, a curious event has disrupted the harmonious peace of the town of Luminara. A brilliant celestial comet, known for its rare appearances, has recently streaked across the night sky, leaving behind a trail of shimmering stardust. However, instead of wonder, this comet has unleashed a wave of bizarre phenomena across the land.
The townsfolk are reporting strange occurrences: crops growing at an accelerated rate, animals speaking in riddles, and even dreams that seem to manifest into reality. Though enchanting, these changes have begun to spiral out of control, leading to chaos and confusion. The once-bustling marketplaces now echo with whispers of fear, as villagers speak of a malevolent entity believed to be the source of the comet’s magic.
The party finds themselves in Luminara, where they are approached by the town’s elder, a wise and venerable figure named Eldrin, whose silver beard flows like the moonlight. With urgency in his voice, he explains that the comet's magic has drawn forth a powerful creature from the Astral Plane—a Luminal Wraith, a being that thrives on chaos and feeds on the fear of mortals. This wraith has taken residence in the ancient ruins of the Astral Sanctum, a once-sacred site now tainted by the wraith's presence.
Eldrin implores the adventurers to investigate the sanctum, confront the Luminal Wraith, and restore balance to the town before the chaos spreads further.
### Adventure Components:
1. **Investigation**: As the party gathers information from the townsfolk, they learn about the history of the Astral Sanctum and the comet. Clues scattered among the villagers hint at the wraith's weaknesses and the potential artifacts hidden within the ruins that could aid in the confrontation.
2. **Exploration**: The journey to the Astral Sanctum leads through the Enchanted Forest, where time bends and illusions dance in the air. The party will face magical creatures, such as mischievous pixies and enchanted guardians, testing their resolve and wits.
3. **Confrontation**: Upon reaching the sanctum, the party encounters the Luminal Wraith. This shadowy figure, swirling with cosmic energy, attempts to instill fear in the hearts of the adventurers. The wraith casts illusions of their deepest fears, forcing the players to confront personal challenges.
### Boss Enemy: Luminal Wraith
– **Armor Class**: 15
– **Hit Points**: 85
– **Speed**: 0 ft., fly 60 ft. (hover)
– **Abilities**:
– **Wisdom Drain**: A melee attack that targets a creature's Wisdom, dealing psychic damage and reducing their maximum Wisdom for the duration of the encounter.
– **Fear Aura**: All creatures within 30 feet must succeed on a Wisdom saving throw or become frightened for 1 minute.
– **Illusory Night**: The wraith can create an area of magical darkness, obscuring vision and causing confusion.
– **Astral Shift**: Once per encounter, the wraith can teleport to a location within sight, leaving a burst of chaotic energy that deals damage to nearby creatures.
### Conclusion:
The adventurers must utilize their skills, teamwork, and the knowledge they've gathered to face the Luminal Wraith, dispelling its illusions and defeating it to restore peace to Luminara. If they succeed, the townsfolk will celebrate their bravery, and the comet’s magic will begin to stabilize, leaving behind a lasting star that will grant wishes to those pure of heart.
With the wraith defeated, Eldrin rewards the party with celestial artifacts and knowledge that paves the way for future adventures in the high fantasy world of Eldoria. Let the magic of storytelling and imagination guide your session!