Tier 2 – The Shadow Wraith of Greenvale

**Tier 2 play**

In the vibrant realm of Eldoria, where magic flows as freely as the rivers and the skies shimmer with the colors of enchantment, a peculiar disturbance has caught the attention of the local populace. The once-peaceful village of Greenvale, nestled between the Whispering Woods and the Glimmering Lake, has been plagued by a series of mysterious disappearances. Villagers whisper of shadowy figures lurking at the edge of the woods, and strange lights flickering in the night sky.

As the party arrives in Greenvale, they are greeted by a worried mayor, Elara Brightwood, who explains the situation. "Every night for the past week, someone has vanished without a trace. We fear it may be the work of the elusive Shadow Wraith, a creature said to be born from the very nightmares of the forest. We need brave souls to investigate and put an end to this terror before more lives are lost."

The party is tasked with exploring the Whispering Woods, where they must gather clues about the Shadow Wraith. As they delve deeper into the forest, they encounter enchanted flora and fauna, including glowing mushrooms and singing birds that seem to guide them. However, the woods are not without danger. They must navigate through treacherous terrain, avoiding pitfalls and magical traps set by the Wraith to deter intruders.

During their exploration, the party discovers remnants of a ritual site, where they find a journal belonging to a long-lost druid who once protected the forest. The journal hints at a powerful artifact, the Heart of the Forest, which can banish the Shadow Wraith but is hidden within the depths of the Glimmering Lake.

To retrieve the Heart of the Forest, the party must confront the guardian of the lake, a majestic water elemental named Aqualis. Aqualis, while initially hostile, can be persuaded to aid the party if they prove their worth through a series of challenges that test their wisdom, bravery, and teamwork.

Once they acquire the Heart of the Forest, the party must return to the Whispering Woods to confront the Shadow Wraith. The Wraith, a swirling mass of darkness with piercing red eyes, emerges from the shadows, ready to defend its territory.

**Boss Enemy: Shadow Wraith**

– **HP:** 80

– **AC:** 15

– **Attack:** Shadow Strike (Melee Attack, +6 to hit, 2d8 necrotic damage)

– **Special Ability:** Night Terror (Once per encounter, the Wraith can cause fear in a target within 30 feet, forcing them to make a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or become frightened for 1 minute.)

As the party battles the Shadow Wraith, they can use the Heart of the Forest to weaken it, turning the tide of the fight. With clever tactics and teamwork, they can defeat the Wraith, freeing Greenvale from its grasp and restoring peace to the village.

Upon their victory, the grateful villagers celebrate the party as heroes, offering them rewards and tales of their bravery that will echo through Eldoria for generations to come. The adventure concludes with the promise of new quests and mysteries waiting to be uncovered in this high magic, high fantasy world.