Tier 2 – The Heart of Eternity A Dungeon Adventure
**Tier 2 play**
As you gather in the dimly lit tavern of Eldergrove, the air is thick with the scent of spiced ale and roasted meats. The flickering candles cast dancing shadows on the walls, where faded tapestries tell tales of ancient heroes and forgotten lore. A sense of anticipation hangs in the air, as whispers of a long-lost dungeon echo through the minds of the townsfolk.
Your party is approached by a mysterious figure clad in a tattered cloak, their eyes glinting with an otherworldly light. They introduce themselves as Arlin, the last surviving member of a noble family that once protected Eldergrove. Arlin speaks of an ancient dungeon hidden beneath the ruins of their ancestral home, said to house a powerful artifact known as the Heart of Eternity—a gem capable of granting immense power to those who possess it.
However, Arlin’s voice trembles as they reveal the dark truth: the dungeon has been overtaken by a malevolent spirit, the Wraith of the Forgotten. This entity was once a guardian of the dungeon but has turned into a vengeful specter, seeking to trap any who dare enter its domain. Many have attempted to reclaim the Heart of Eternity, but none have returned.
Your task is clear: delve into the ruins, uncover the secrets of the dungeon, and confront the Wraith of the Forgotten. As you make your way to the ancient site, a chill sweeps through the air, and the wind carries whispers of sorrow and despair.
Upon arriving at the crumbling estate, the entrance to the dungeon yawns before you, a dark maw leading into the depths of the earth. The stone walls are slick with moisture, and the air grows colder with every step you take. Flickering torches line the walls, casting eerie shadows that seem to dance in anticipation of your arrival.
As you navigate the winding corridors, you encounter various enchanted traps and spectral guardians, remnants of those who once served the Wraith. Each room holds riddles and challenges, testing your party’s wits and courage. The deeper you delve, the more you feel the oppressive presence of the Wraith, an energy that seeks to sap your strength and resolve.
At last, you reach the heart of the dungeon—a vast chamber illuminated by a ghostly light. In the center lies a pedestal, upon which rests the Heart of Eternity, pulsating with a rhythm that echoes like a heartbeat. But before you can claim it, the Wraith of the Forgotten materializes, its form a swirling mass of shadows and sorrow.
**Wraith of the Forgotten**
– **HP:** 80
– **AC:** 15
– **Abilities:**
– **Life Drain:** Melee Spell Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2d8 + 4 necrotic damage, and the target must succeed on a DC 15 Constitution saving throw or have its hit point maximum reduced by an amount equal to the damage taken.
– **Spectral Veil:** The Wraith can become incorporeal, gaining resistance to non-magical attacks for 1 round.
– **Fear Aura:** Creatures within 30 feet of the Wraith must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until the end of their next turn.
As the Wraith towers before you, its voice echoes through the chamber, filled with anguish and rage. “Why do you disturb my slumber? Leave this place, or face the wrath of the forgotten!”
Your party must strategize and work together to overcome this formidable foe and secure the Heart of Eternity. Will you be able to pacify the Wraith, uncover the truth behind its torment, or will you succumb to the darkness that lurks within the dungeon's depths? The fate of Eldergrove hangs in the balance.