Tier 2 – The Shattered Prism A Quest in Eldoria

**Tier 2 play**

In the mystical realm of Eldoria, where vibrant magic weaves through the very fabric of existence, a sense of urgency hangs in the air. The bustling town of Eldergrove, known for its enchanting markets and the towering Crystal Spire at its center, has recently been plagued by a series of unexplained incidents. Whispers of a dark force rising in the nearby Whispering Woods have spread like wildfire, causing panic among the townsfolk.

As the sun sets, casting a golden hue over the cobblestone streets, your party finds themselves drawn to the local tavern, The Gilded Griffin. The tavern is alive with the laughter of patrons and the tantalizing aroma of spiced meats. However, amidst the revelry, the bartender, a grizzled old dwarf named Borin, leans in with an urgent whisper. "Strangers, have you heard the news? A great and terrible explosion rocked the north-east of London! Two souls were taken to the healers, but that's not all. The townsfolk are disappearing at night, and I fear something sinister lurks in the woods."

Borin reveals that the source of the chaos appears to be an ancient artifact, the Shattered Prism, said to contain immense power. It was once safeguarded by the druids of the Whispering Woods but has now fallen into the hands of a malevolent sorceress named Selara. She seeks to harness its energy to unleash a wave of destruction upon Eldoria.

Your quest begins: gather information about the Shattered Prism, venture into the Whispering Woods, and confront Selara before she can complete her dark ritual. The woods are filled with enchanted creatures and traps, where every rustle may signal danger or an ally.

As you navigate through the dense foliage, the air thickens with tension. You may encounter:

1. **Whispering Spirits**: Ethereal beings that can provide cryptic guidance but may require a favor in return.

2. **Goblin Ambush**: A group of mischievous goblins, seeking to protect their territory, will test your party's resolve with cunning traps and tricky illusions.

Finally, at the heart of the woods, you reach Selara’s lair—a clearing surrounded by ancient trees, pulsating with dark energy. The air crackles with magic as she stands before the Shattered Prism, surrounded by swirling shadows.

**Boss Encounter: Selara the Sorceress**

– **HP**: 120

– **AC**: 15

– **Spells**:

– Lightning Bolt (3d8)

– Shadow Bolt (2d10)

– Misty Step (escape maneuver)

– **Abilities**:

– Dark Empowerment: Gains temporary bonuses from the Shattered Prism, increasing her spell damage by 2 for every round she maintains control of the artifact.

As the battle commences, Selara will use the environment to her advantage, summoning shadows to attack and casting illusions to confuse your party. It’s a race against time—defeat Selara, recover the Shattered Prism, and uncover the truth behind the recent disappearances before Eldergrove falls into despair.

Will your party rise to the challenge, or will the shadows of the Whispering Woods claim another victim? The fate of Eldoria rests in your hands.