Tier 2 – The Curse of the Princes in the Tower
**Tier 2 play**
In the vibrant realm of Eldoria, where magic flows like a river and the air is thick with the scent of blooming enchanted flora, a shadow looms over the peaceful town of Eldenwood. The townsfolk have been whispering of strange occurrences tied to the ancient Princes in the Tower—a fabled mystery that has captivated historians and adventurers alike for centuries. Recently, a renowned professor from Huddersfield has unearthed a long-lost artifact believed to belong to these legendary figures, stirring excitement and dread among the locals.
As the sun sets, casting a golden hue over the cobblestone streets, the adventurers gather in the local tavern, The Gilded Griffin. The warm glow from the hearth illuminates the faces of eager patrons, while the sound of laughter and clinking mugs fills the air. However, the mood shifts when the professor, a bespectacled gnome named Professor Thistlewhisk, bursts through the door, his robes dusted with ancient parchment and his eyes wide with urgency.
“Adventurers! You must come! I’ve found something incredible!” he exclaims, beckoning the party to follow him to his cluttered study. There, amidst stacks of books and scrolls, lies a shimmering amulet, its surface etched with intricate symbols that pulse with a faint, otherworldly light. “This amulet belonged to one of the princes! But it is said to be cursed—those who possess it are haunted by the spirits of the tower!”
As the party examines the amulet, a sudden chill fills the room, and the flickering candles extinguish. A spectral figure materializes—a ghostly prince, his expression twisted in anguish. “Free us from this curse!” he cries, his voice echoing like a distant thunder. “The Tower of Lost Souls holds the key to our freedom, but a dark presence guards it!”
The adventurers must embark on a quest to the Tower of Lost Souls, a crumbling edifice shrouded in mist and mystery, located deep within the Whispering Woods. The journey is fraught with peril; they will encounter enchanted beasts, treacherous terrain, and the whispers of the cursed spirits that linger in the air.
Upon reaching the tower, they must navigate its labyrinthine halls, solving ancient riddles and overcoming magical traps. The atmosphere is thick with tension, and the air crackles with arcane energy. As they ascend the tower, the adventurers will face the guardian of the amulet—a formidable foe known as the Wraith of the Forgotten.
**Wraith of the Forgotten Stats:**
– **HP:** 75
– **AC:** 15
– **Attack:** Ethereal Touch (Melee Attack, +7 to hit, 2d8 necrotic damage)
– **Special Ability:** Curse of Despair (Once per encounter, the Wraith can force a player to make a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened for 1 minute.)
The Wraith, a swirling mass of shadow and sorrow, will test the party’s resolve. Defeating it will not only grant them access to the secrets of the tower but also release the spirits trapped within, allowing the princes to finally find peace. As the adventurers uncover the truth behind the amulet and the curse, they will forge their own legends in the annals of Eldoria.
Will they rise to the challenge and uncover the mysteries of the Princes in the Tower, or will they succumb to the darkness that haunts the ancient stones? The fate of Eldenwood rests in their hands.