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Emissaries of Elemental Chaos

Baldur's Gate

Adventure Hook

A Neutral Evil faction is plotting a patriar inheritance feud against Bhaal Cultist Leader. They seek the Iron Throne Ledger hidden in the bhaal-marked Little Calimshan of Baldur's Gate. If successful, guild war escalation will occur. The party's Flaming Fist Officer suggests this adventure for levels 17-20. Available reward: Hellrider Artifacts.

Extended Hook

In storm-dark streets of Baldur's Gate, where bhaal-marked shadows cling to ancient stones and omens of danger linger in air, a Neutral Evil scheme takes root. iron throne enforcers, with cold calculation and ruthless ambition, weave threads of conspiracy into a patriar inheritance feud – a plot ensnaring both renowned Bhaal Cultist Leader and coveted iron throne ledger, artifact of terrible power and dark provenance. Their malevolent influence spreads through restless little calimshan, centering upon notorious The Elfsong Tavern while extending tendrils of corruption toward Bridge District where unsuspecting victims continue daily lives, blissfully ignorant of approaching doom. Should these machinations reach fruition, guild war escalation would sweep across lands like wildfire, leaving only ashes and lamentations in its wake. Yet sliver of hope remains – a determined Flaming Fist Officer, eyes alight with desperation and last embers of courage, has connections to powerful Harpers and seeks heroes of proven mettle, adventurers of levels 17-20 whose blades and spells might yet turn tide. Enigmatic Ravensgar, keeper of forgotten lore and ancient secrets, may offer crucial insights to those brave enough to seek them out, while presence of Tethtoril casts long shadow over these events – their true loyalties and motives shrouded in mystery that could prove salvation or damnation for those who trust unwisely. Those daring enough to challenge this a race against time shall claim not merely glittering hellrider artifacts awaiting victors, but also whispered respect in darkest corners of Baldur's Gate, where power speaks louder than virtue and bold prosper while righteous perish.

Adventure Parameters

Alignment
Neutral Evil
Level Range
17-20
Conflict
Patriar Inheritance Feud
Target
Bhaal Cultist Leader
Item
Iron Throne Ledger
Threat
Iron Throne Enforcers
Region
Little Calimshan
Ally
Flaming Fist Officer
Consequence
Guild War Escalation

Adventure Structure

Climax

Storm clouds gather over The Elfsong Tavern as fate draws heroes toward destiny. In chambers echoing with ancient power, they face Neutral Evil leader of iron throne enforcers – figure of terrible purpose standing ready to use iron throne ledger and unleash guild war escalation upon this realm. Air crackles with tension as Ravensgar makes unexpected appearance, true allegiance revealed in crucial moment when all hangs in balance.

Complication

Just as clarity seems within reach, winds of fate shift treacherously. Progress becomes perilously complex when Prophetic dream or vision emerges from shadows, demanding immediate attention. In a blood-chilling moment, Tethtoril steps forward to reveal shocking truths about iron throne ledger – revelations that reframe this entire quest in sinister new light.

Confrontation

A stronghold of iron throne enforcers rises in bhaal-marked heart of little calimshan – monument to malevolence where evil plans take physical form. Within forbidding walls, horrifying evidence shows the plot has advanced further than feared. Architects of chaos have already laid groundwork for guild war escalation, preparations meticulous and chilling. Time slips away like sand through fingers as heroes realize how little remains to avert disaster.

Hook

Amidst bhaal-marked streets of Baldur's Gate, a desperate Flaming Fist Officer approaches with trembling hands and fear-filled eyes. Whispering tales of Bhaal Cultist Leader's involvement with legendary iron throne ledger, they reveal a ominous plot unfolding in moonlit little calimshan. iron throne enforcers, with ruthless determination, orchestrate a patriar inheritance feud threatening to unleash guild war escalation upon unsuspecting populace.

Investigation

A trail leads to The Elfsong Tavern, a place bustling with activity where shadows hold secrets. Here, enigmatic Ravensgar offers vital information, speaking in riddles and half-truths that test wisdom and resolve. Cryptic documents and whispered conversations reveal disturbing connections to Harpers, with influence stretching like a spider's web throughout. All evidence points toward moonlit depths of Bridge District, where darker truths await discovery.

Resolution

Victory comes at bitter cost, leaving taste of ash in mouth of triumph. Though immediate threat has ended, survivors must navigate treacherous aftermath of patriar inheritance feud, where new dangers emerge from shadows. Harpers nurtures vengeance in silence, yet hellrider artifacts now in possession might justify enemies made this day.

Revelation

In a heart-stopping revelation amidst chaos of battle, heroes uncover Misleading information that complicates matters. This shattering truth cascades through understanding like cracks through glass, transforming understanding of both patriar inheritance feud and Bhaal Cultist Leader's true role in this unfolding drama.