Tier 2 – The Shade Wraith’s Grasp
**Tier 2 play**
In the heart of the bustling city of Eldoria, where magic flows as freely as the rivers and the air hums with enchantment, a peculiar mystery unfolds. The moon hangs high in the sky, casting a silvery glow over the cobblestone streets, illuminating the vibrant colors of the city’s market stalls. However, beneath this enchanting surface, something sinister lurks.
Your adventure begins in a cozy tavern known as The Gilded Griffin, where the warm glow of lanterns and the aroma of spiced meats fill the air. As you gather around a wooden table, your party is approached by a frantic figure—a young woman named Elara. With wide, shimmering eyes, she reveals a secret that has been haunting her: her wife, Lyra, possesses magnificent, star-like wings that allow her to soar through the night sky. Yet, despite her ethereal beauty and the freedom of flight, Lyra is gripped by an overwhelming fear of the dark.
Elara explains that every night, Lyra ventures out to fly, but she returns home in a state of panic, haunted by shadows and whispers that seem to follow her. Recently, Lyra has been disappearing for longer periods, and Elara fears that something malevolent is lurking in the darkness, preying on her beloved. She beseeches your party to investigate the source of this darkness and ensure Lyra’s safety.
As night falls, the party sets out into the moonlit streets, guided by Elara. The city transforms under the night sky, with shadows stretching and twisting in unnatural ways. The air grows colder, and the sounds of the night become eerily silent. Your journey leads you to the Whispering Woods, a sprawling forest on the outskirts of Eldoria, known for its magical properties and the secrets it harbors.
As you delve deeper into the woods, you encounter strange phenomena: flickering lights that dance just out of reach, and whispers that seem to echo from the trees themselves. The atmosphere thickens with tension as you approach a clearing where the moonlight barely penetrates. Here, you discover the source of the darkness—a malevolent entity known as the Shade Wraith.
**Boss Enemy: Shade Wraith**
– **HP:** 60
– **AC:** 15
– **Attack:** Shadow Strike (Melee, +6 to hit, 2d8 necrotic damage)
– **Special Ability:** Cloak of Shadows (Once per turn, the Shade Wraith can become invisible until it attacks or until the end of its next turn.)
The Shade Wraith, a dark figure with swirling shadows, feeds on fear and despair. It has been haunting Lyra, amplifying her fears of the dark to keep her from flying freely. The party must confront this entity, using both combat prowess and clever tactics to dispel the darkness and free Lyra from its grasp.
As the battle rages on, the party must also protect Elara, who is determined to help her wife. The stakes are high, and the outcome will determine not only Lyra’s fate but the balance of light and dark within the Whispering Woods.
Once the Shade Wraith is defeated, the shadows begin to lift, revealing the beauty of the forest bathed in moonlight. Lyra, who had been trapped in a state of fear, emerges from the shadows, her wings shimmering like stars as she takes flight once more. The party’s bravery has restored her confidence, and she thanks you with tears of joy, promising to embrace the night without fear.
Your adventure concludes with a celebration in Eldoria, where the city rejoices in the return of the light. The bonds of love and courage shine brighter than ever, and the party leaves with a sense of fulfillment, knowing they have made a difference in the lives of those they encountered.