Tier 2 – The Shadow Weaver’s Curse (3)

**Tier 2 play**

In the vibrant realm of Eldoria, where the air crackles with magic and the skies shimmer with the hues of enchantment, a dark shadow has begun to loom over the peaceful town of Willowbrook. The townsfolk have been plagued by a series of mysterious disappearances, and whispers of a sinister figure known only as the "Shadow Weaver" have spread like wildfire.

Your party finds themselves summoned to Willowbrook by the desperate pleas of the town’s mayor, Elara Brightwood. As you step into the town square, the scent of blooming wildflowers mingles with the distant sound of a rushing river. The sun hangs low in the sky, casting long shadows across the cobblestone streets.

Elara, a woman with fiery red hair and piercing green eyes, greets you with urgency. "Adventurers! Thank the stars you’ve come! Our children are vanishing, one by one, and we fear the Shadow Weaver is behind it. They say he lures them away with promises of power and magic. We must uncover the truth and put an end to his reign of terror!"

Your investigation begins in the heart of Willowbrook, where you can gather information from the townsfolk. As you speak to the worried parents, you learn that the last child to go missing was a young boy named Finn, known for his adventurous spirit. The townspeople mention a hidden glade in the nearby Whispering Woods, where strange lights have been seen dancing at night.

As dusk falls, the party makes their way to the Whispering Woods. The trees loom tall and ancient, their leaves whispering secrets in the wind. The path is overgrown, and the air is thick with the scent of damp earth and moss. As you venture deeper, you come across a clearing illuminated by ethereal lights.

In the center of the glade stands the Shadow Weaver, a tall figure cloaked in darkness, his eyes glowing like embers. He holds a staff adorned with shimmering crystals, and at his feet lies a swirling portal, from which faint cries can be heard. "Foolish mortals," he sneers, "you dare to interrupt my work? The children are mine now, and soon, their power will be mine as well!"

**Boss Enemy: Shadow Weaver**

– **HP:** 75

– **AC:** 15

– **Attack:** Shadow Bolt (Ranged Spell Attack: +7 to hit, 2d10 necrotic damage)

– **Special Ability:** Enveloping Darkness (Once per encounter, create a 20-foot radius of magical darkness for 1 minute; creatures inside must succeed on a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened until they leave the area.)

The battle ensues, with the Shadow Weaver summoning shadowy minions to aid him. The party must work together, using their unique skills and spells to overcome the darkness and rescue the children. As the fight progresses, the glade becomes a battlefield of light and shadow, with the fate of Willowbrook hanging in the balance.

Once the Shadow Weaver is defeated, the portal collapses, and the children are freed from their magical slumber. As they awaken, they express their gratitude, and Elara arrives just in time to witness the victory. The townsfolk celebrate, and you are hailed as heroes, with the promise of rewards and tales of your bravery spreading throughout Eldoria.

As you leave Willowbrook, the sun rises on a new day, and the air is filled with hope once more. The adventure may have ended, but the bonds forged and the stories created will linger in the hearts of the townsfolk and your party forever.