Tier 2 – The Shadow of Morvath A Quest in Eldoria
**Tier 2 play**
In the vibrant realm of Eldoria, where the skies shimmer with the hues of magic and the air is thick with the scent of blooming arcane flowers, a peculiar disturbance has rippled through the peaceful village of Eldenwood. The townsfolk have reported strange occurrences: livestock have gone missing, crops wilt under an unnatural blight, and eerie whispers echo through the enchanted forest at dusk. The village elder, a wise woman named Elowen, has summoned brave adventurers to uncover the source of this malevolence.
As your party arrives, the sun hangs low in the sky, casting long shadows across the cobblestone streets. The villagers, with worry etched on their faces, gather around Elowen as she recounts the recent events. She describes a dark figure seen lurking at the edge of the forest, a silhouette that seems to flicker in and out of existence. The elder believes this entity is responsible for the chaos and implores your party to investigate.
Your adventure begins at the edge of the Eldenwood Forest, a place where ancient trees tower like sentinels and the air is alive with the sound of rustling leaves and distant animal calls. As you delve deeper into the woods, the atmosphere shifts; the vibrant colors fade into muted greens and browns, and an unsettling silence blankets the area.
Suddenly, you stumble upon a clearing, where the remnants of a once-beautiful glade lie in disarray. The ground is scorched, and the air crackles with dark energy. In the center stands your enemy: a malevolent Wraith Sorcerer named Morvath, a figure draped in tattered robes that seem to absorb the very light around it. His eyes glow with an eerie blue fire, and a wicked grin spreads across his face as he senses your presence.
**Morvath the Wraith Sorcerer**
– **HP:** 75
– **AC:** 15
– **Spellcasting:** Morvath can cast spells from the Sorcerer list, focusing on necromancy and illusion.
– **Special Abilities:**
– **Life Drain:** Melee Spell Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 2d8 + 4 necrotic damage, and Morvath regains hit points equal to the damage dealt.
– **Shadow Step:** Morvath can teleport up to 30 feet to an unoccupied space he can see that is in dim light or darkness.
– **Illusory Minions (3/day):** Morvath creates illusory duplicates of himself, confusing the party and making it difficult to determine which is the real threat.
As the battle ensues, the forest around you reacts to Morvath’s dark magic. Twisted vines lash out, and shadows deepen, creating an ever-changing battlefield. The party must work together, using their skills and spells to overcome the Wraith Sorcerer’s illusions and devastating attacks.
After defeating Morvath, the party discovers a hidden cache of enchanted artifacts that he had hoarded over the years, including a powerful amulet that can purify the land and restore the village’s prosperity. The villagers will forever be grateful, and Elowen promises to share the tales of your bravery, ensuring your names are whispered in reverence throughout Eldoria.
With the threat vanquished and the village saved, your party emerges from the forest, not just as heroes, but as legends in the making, ready for whatever adventures lie ahead in this high magic, high fantasy world.