Tier 2 – Whispers of Grief in Silvergrove
**Tier 2 play**
In the vibrant kingdom of Eldoria, where magic dances in the air and mythical creatures roam the lush forests, a shadow has fallen over the town of Silvergrove. The townsfolk are in mourning; the beloved healer, Harshita Brella, has been found murdered under mysterious circumstances. Her gentle hands had healed many, her laughter had brought joy to the sorrowful, and now, the air is thick with grief and fear.
As the sun sets behind the emerald hills, casting long shadows over the cobblestone streets, the townspeople gather for a somber funeral. The scent of incense mingles with the fresh earth as they lay her to rest in the sacred grove, a place where the veil between life and death is said to be thinnest. However, whispers of unease ripple through the crowd. The local constabulary has been slow to act, and rumors swirl of dark magic at play.
Your party arrives just as the funeral begins. The atmosphere is heavy with sorrow, but beneath the surface, a tension simmers. The townsfolk speak in hushed tones about strange occurrences since Harshita's death: crops withering overnight, eerie lights flickering in the woods, and a figure cloaked in darkness seen lurking near the healer's home. The party is approached by a distraught villager, pleading for help.
"Please, you must investigate! We fear Harshita's spirit is restless, and something malevolent has taken root in our town. If we do not uncover the truth, we may lose more than just her."
### Adventure Components:
1. **Investigation**: The party can gather clues from the townsfolk. They might discover that Harshita was working on a powerful healing potion that could have attracted unwanted attention. They can also learn about her last interactions with a mysterious stranger who sought her knowledge.
2. **Exploration**: The party can explore Harshita's home, which is filled with herbal concoctions and arcane symbols. Here, they might find a hidden journal detailing her research and a map leading to a nearby enchanted forest rumored to hold ancient secrets.
3. **Confrontation**: The investigation leads the party into the heart of the enchanted forest, where they encounter the dark figure—a vengeful spirit twisted by grief and betrayal. This spirit, once a guardian of the woods, now seeks revenge against those it believes wronged Harshita.
### Boss Enemy: The Vengeful Spirit of Harshita Brella
– **AC**: 15
– **HP**: 80
– **Attack**: Ethereal Touch (Melee Spell Attack: +7 to hit, reach 5 ft., one target. Hit: 14 (3d8) necrotic damage.)
– **Special Ability**: Wail of Grief (Recharge 5-6): All creatures within 30 feet must make a DC 15 Wisdom saving throw or be frightened for 1 minute. Creatures can repeat the saving throw at the end of each of their turns.
### Conclusion:
The party must confront the spirit, offering it closure and revealing the truth behind its death. Only through compassion and understanding can they hope to lay Harshita's spirit to rest and restore peace to Silvergrove. As the sun rises, the townsfolk will celebrate their bravery, and the party will leave with the gratitude of a town forever changed by their actions. Will they uncover the truth and heal the rift between the living and the dead? The fate of Silvergrove rests in their hands.