Tier 2 – Whispers of the Fog The Quest for Eldermere

**Tier 2 play**

In the bustling town of Eldermere, nestled between the shimmering Sapphire Lake and the towering peaks of the Misty Mountains, whispers of a strange phenomenon have begun to spread. The townsfolk speak of a peculiar fog that rolls in each night, thick and ethereal, obscuring the moonlight and casting shadows that dance unnaturally. It is said that within this fog, a secret lies hidden—a treasure long lost to time and guarded by a sinister force.

As your party gathers in the cozy warmth of The Dragon’s Rest, a local pub renowned for its hearty stew and frothy ales, the atmosphere is charged with excitement and a hint of trepidation. The tavern is adorned with rustic wooden beams and flickering candlelight, and the air is filled with the scent of roasted meat and spiced cider. Patrons share tales of bravery and adventure, their laughter mingling with the crackling of the fireplace.

Suddenly, a hush falls over the room as an elderly man with a weathered face and a long, white beard approaches your table. His eyes glimmer with a mix of fear and desperation. “Adventurers!” he calls, his voice trembling. “You must help us! The fog has taken my son! He ventured into it last night, and we’ve not seen him since. They say a wretched creature lurks within, drawing the brave and foolish alike into its grasp.”

This is your call to action. The townsfolk plead with you to investigate the fog and rescue the missing boy. With the promise of a generous reward and the gratitude of the entire village, you set off toward the edge of Eldermere, where the fog begins to creep in like a living entity.

As you step into the swirling mist, the world around you shifts. The air grows cooler, and the sounds of the town fade into an eerie silence. Shadows flit just beyond your vision, and the very ground seems to pulse with a strange energy. You must navigate through the fog, relying on your senses and skills to uncover the truth.

**Exploration Component:**

– As you delve deeper into the fog, you encounter various magical phenomena, such as enchanted flora that glows softly in the darkness and echoes of laughter that seem to come from nowhere.

– You may find remnants of previous adventurers—broken weapons, tattered banners, and mysterious runes etched into stones that hint at the creature’s nature.

**Enemy Encounter:**

After a tense exploration, you come face-to-face with the source of the fog: a **Mist Wraith**, a malevolent spirit that thrives in illusion and deception. It glides through the air, its form shifting and swirling like the fog itself.

**Mist Wraith Stats:**

– **Armor Class:** 14

– **Hit Points:** 45

– **Speed:** 0 ft., fly 60 ft. (hover)

– **Abilities:**

– **Illusory Veil:** The Mist Wraith can create illusions to confuse the party.

– **Chilling Touch:** A melee attack that drains life force, dealing necrotic damage.

– **Fog Cloak:** The Mist Wraith can teleport short distances within the fog.

As you battle the Mist Wraith, you must also keep an eye out for the missing boy, who may be trapped in an illusion of his own. Use your wits and teamwork to defeat the wraith and uncover the truth behind the fog’s sinister grip on Eldermere.

Will you emerge victorious and restore peace to the town, or will you too be lost to the fog’s embrace? The fate of Eldermere rests in your hands.