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a red-feathered, two-headed creature that resembles a giant chicken, and a recently laid egg. The Swallows C4. When settling the Quest Board section.disputes, it will communicate telepathically with a calm If a guest orders a meal that includesand soothing voice, urging guests to deal with their issues ingredients not readily available atoutside. The party can also choose to fight their way to freedom When Gammon once again turns him down, Almanor as a nuclear option. The Wizards Watering Hole A2. It houses the most commonlyused supplies for the hall and the stage, as well as kitchenand drink perishables. If they cannot understand the controls, Olinmural, depicting the six wizards building a massive tower. The walls are lined with shelves.Two large stone tables, piled high with a wide assortmentof items, are in the center of the room. the spell bless.Use the cult fanatic stat block for Kem, with thefollowing changes: Chef Sarphi He has 88 (16d8 + 16) hit points His spell save DC is 16, and his spell attack bonus is +8 Currently on a tour here from the Spring of Peace, Sarphi His CR is effectively 5 (1,800 XP) is the daughter of a noble in the Fadel family. Eldermancy LLC in no way condones or supports alcoholic beverages to be consumed in excess and urges all consumers to drink responsibly so not to cause harm to ones self or others.2 The Seekers Guide to Twisted TavernsContentsIntroduction2 Ch 7: Treetop Tavern.100 Ch 13: The Dungeon of Darkness..204Ch 1: The Wizards Watering Hole4 Introduction. 101 Introduction. 205Introduction.. 5 Areas of the Tavern. 101 Areas of the Tavern. 205Areas of the Tavern.. 5 The Taverns Guests. 109 The Taverns Operators.. 207The Taverns Operators 7 The Taverns Operators.. 110 The Taverns Guests. 215The Taverns Guests 11 Menu 112 Menu 216Menu.. 14 The Quest Board 114 The Quest Board 218The Quest Board.. 16 Events.. 116 Tavern History 219Tavern History.. 17 Tavern History 116 Stat Blocks 219Stat Blocks.. 18 Stat Blocks 117 Ch 14: Teapot Temple220 Introduction. 221Ch 2: Rail-Away.20 Ch 8: Spring of Peace118 Areas of the Tavern. 221Introduction 21 Introduction. 119 The Taverns Operators.. 223Areas of the Tavern 21 Areas of the Tavern. 119 The Taverns Spirits. 229The Taverns Operators. 26 The Taverns Operators.. 124 The Taverns Guests. 229The Taverns Guests 28 Menu 126 Menu 230Menu.. 30 The Taverns Guests. 128 Events.. 232The Quest Board.. 32 The Quest Board 130 Tavern History 233Events. 34 Events.. 132 Stat Blocks 233Tavern History.. 36 Tavern History 133Stat Blocks.. 37 Stat Blocks 134 Ch 15: By the Frost234 Introduction. 235Ch 3: Wildaback Tavern.38 Ch 9: The Grand Shanty.136 Areas of the Tavern. 235Introduction 39 Introduction. 137 The Taverns Operators.. 237Areas of the Tavern 39 Areas of the Tavern. 137 The Taverns Guests. 241The Taverns Operators. 42 The Taverns Operators.. 140 Menu 244The Taverns Guests 48 Menu 146 The Quest Board 246Menu.. 50 The Taverns Guests. 148 Tavern History 248The Quest Board.. 52 The Quest Board 149 Stat Blocks 249Tavern History.. 54 Events.. 150 Ch 16: The Tavern at Deaths Door..250Stat Blocks.. 55 Tavern History 151 Introduction. 251 Stat Blocks 152 Areas of the Tavern. 251Ch 4: The Bloated Bounty.56 The Taverns Operators.. 253Introduction 57 Ch 10: The Drunken Treasure.154 The Taverns Guests. 256Areas of the Tavern 57 Introduction. 155 Menu 258The Taverns Operators. 60 Areas of the Tavern. 155 The Quest Board 260The Taverns Guests 65 The Taverns Operators.. 157 Events.. 260Menu.. 66 The Taverns Guests. 163 Stat Blocks 261The Quest Board.. 68 Menu 164 Ch 17: The Daydream..262Tavern History.. 70 The Quest Board 166 Introduction. 263Stat Blocks.. 71 Tavern History 169 Areas of the Tavern. 264 Stat Blocks 170 Menu 274Ch 5: The Dancing Horse..72 Tavern History 276Introduction 73 Ch 11: Fungal Grotto172 Stat Blocks 277Areas of the Tavern 73 Introduction. 173 Ch 18: ExtrasThe Taverns Operators. 75 Areas of the Tavern. 173 World Travelers.. 278Menu.. 80 The Taverns Operators.. 175 The Critic. 278The Taverns Guests 82 The Taverns Guests. 178 The Gambler 279The Quest Board.. 83 Menu 182 The Old Lady.. 280Tavern History.. 84 The Quest Board 184 The Seeker 281Stat Blocks.. 85 Tavern History 186 Emit William Saps, the Tinkerer.. 282 Stat Blocks 186 The Three Hexbound Sisters.. 282Ch 6: Poor Larrys.86 Trail Seeker (Card Game)284Introduction 87 Ch 12: Ironstein Mine..188 Map Index..286Areas of the Tavern 87 Introduction. 189 OGL Licence.320The Taverns Operators. 89 Areas of the Tavern. 190The Taverns Guests 93 The Taverns Operators.. 191Menu.. 94 The Taverns Guests. 197The Quest Board.. 96 Menu 198Events. 97 The Quest Board 200Tavern History.. 98 Tavern History 201Stat Blocks.. 99 Stat Blocks 202The Seekers Guide to Twisted TavernsThe Wizards Watering Hole4 The Seekers Guide to Twisted TavernsThe Wizards Watering HoleStanding three stories tall and surrounded by dancing lights and illusory spectacles, The Wizards Watering Hole beckons any and all outsiders to visit. Golem Note: A DC 12 Intelligence (Investigation) check will reveal that the statue is a stone golem. Dretin Dalmura has advantage on saving Senses: darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 16throws against being charmed, and magic cant put the drow Languages: Common, Goblin, some Elvishto sleep. At irregular intervals, one or more monsters leak into the room to fight. He was the first O ne on either side of the main stone arch in the Mainhire on The Wildaback, and helped assemble some of itscurrent structure. Bartender Insights: Brandr knows that Raivo is annoyed by boring Tarmo uses the mage statistics but also knows the spells conversation about the weather, but he enjoys talking about Veritysalarm and unseen servant. They founded the HalfnHalfs andfor the coming year and have only recently taken up are sometimes referred to as the dynamic duo by their fellowresidence. The players must then clean he will stop stealing food if they bring him meals. He wears his hair slicked back and tucked28 The Seekers Guide to Twisted TavernsEsthene Moonshadow Bishel VossEsthene is quite the beautiful half-elf, always dressed in Bishel Voss is an unremarkably bland woman (humanshimmering, form-fitting clothes. Description: Take this message off the board, and wait Characters who investigate will eventually find The outside for 5 minutes. He offers the party 25 gold up front, and a small Description: Head downstairs quickly, while the door can crystal worth 75 gold once he has his answers. It lacks the ornate carvings that kitchen (A4) and the storage room (A6).seem to naturally form in other rooms. Her hair falls the Rail-Aways standard starched and pressed ticketmasterin two braids. Prim can attack once with a Poisoned Dart and1/day each: darkness, faerie fire then twice with One-Two Punch.Sunlight Sensitivity. They will pulled into any further schemes. Once the train leaves the station, the player characters may interact with any of the passengers or staff on board If the party successfully contains or destroys the as normal, take quests, etc. A single loveseat with plump cushions is A small, magically locked secret door (DC 18 Perceptionin front of the window and Kem and Sami were often check to locate, DC 20 Thieves Tools to unlock) is builtfound cuddling there in the early, easy days of their into one of the bookshelves. 3d4 Swarms N/A of Bats 6 3 Strangely, after walking for some time, you appear to be back where you started, at the base of the tavern. When unstoppered,1d4+1 Ice Mephits appear every other round ofcombat until the bottle is re-capped. Stops can also be instigated by refueling, passengertransitions, or the addition of cargo carts. Qinlar Ravengleam The Buphagus are the servers in the tavern hall, and keep everything clean in functional parts of the tavern.Qinlar Ravengleam is a stout They are employeespaid and treated well. Ever-burning torch sconces are spaced regularly around Attached to the check-in desk is a not-very-well- the room, providing additional illumination, the flickeringhidden scrap of parchment paper that any character with flames adding to the ambience.passive perception of 14 or more will notice. Some have a single twin, others from the lavatories have control water cast on them toa double bed, and some two twin beds. Their incredible stories had thought the other dead. He does not take kindly to cheats (and, ifknowing that if Lady Gammon fails all three of them will suffer. He has proficiency in Rail-Away, including the gambling car. He spends most but listed below are a number of sample NPCs that can be of his time in the bar car, or in his luxury room.included during the players visit, many with accompanying Secrets: Lord Gammon was not born a noble and purchased patentsquests. After dessert is served, Lord Almanor makes a toast: To old friends and new! drinking the Bishel Voss cocktail, and encourages everyone to join him in the toast. The Bar The terrace is accessible via a large staircase from theThe Bar faces the stage and is sandwiched between Main Hall (A2).the Kitchen (A4) and the Storage Room (A6). The tavern Gammon in the bar car and Trackle,operators and guests that are key to the plot (including has a brief conversation. This fog is actually sentient, covered with empty bottles, vials, burners, and other tools and works to keep the peace within the tavern. A circle of four cauldrons surrounds this pool, and a The minor illusions constantly re- book lies on a pedestal facing the doorway. The round hatch inset in the middlethe cars after departure. Her answers are brief but honest,and it should be clear that she wants nothing to do withthe ordeal. communicated with using magical means. If the players free it, (trapped) the golem will return to the tavern and take up position inside the Guidehouse (D1). The egg grows to three times its original size over the plants in this garden are unnaturally healthy, and are used to course of an hour. to talk Raivo the bartender into free or special drinks.6. Melee Weapon Attack: +1 to hit, reach 5 ft., onetarget. The Seeker's Guide to Twisted Taverns is a collection of fantastical taverns that can be used in any 5th Edition setting.But make no mistake, these aren't plain-old, Inn of the Prancing Pony type taverns. Guidehouse D3. The Seeker's Guide to Twisted Taverns 299 Map Index TREETOP TAVERN C1. This delusional constructwith an outsider in her youth, but has long since given spends its time smoking in the Parlor (C1), deepening itsup on fulfilling her end of the deal. Go that way! He points off vaguely to the right. Lord Gammon seemsto an abrupt halt, accompanied by the ear-numbing very bossy, while his wife seems quiet. day 2s dinner) to hopefully ensure that no one at the table is able to resist her song. Casino C3. QRCode. (Sleight of Hand) check. A creature can Die Type d20 d12 d10 d8 d6 d4 use these pipes to cause mind-altering effects. The Cosmovect After being set free, each wizard will take their first The door directly across from the player characters when they enter bears a label written in Celestial, which readsThe Seekers Guide to Twisted Taverns Extra Storage. Inside the room is a massive contraption that defies logic. hair is silver-blonde and she wears it in an elegant up-do. He only recently left his small villageHe has cuttingly high cheekbones and long blonde hair tied in order to find himself and has been wandering withoutback in a ponytail. A single door provides access to the space, which feels larger inside than out. This trade acts as a red herring that reveals Gammons history. when it notices petty crimes being committed. in, as well as anything coming in from the Omasum.If touched, the walls give slightly to the touch but are The gelatinous cubes are too busy at their job to attackimpervious to damage. Determined to survive and escape with some wealth, she contacted her half-sister Esthene (who Lord Dretin Dalmura Gammon had never met) and devised a plan to get rid of him.Dretin Dalmura is a female drow, an avid black market Uneasy about her husband, Lady Gammon always carries a goodfence. If the Quest Board once both Lord Almanor and Lord Gammonparty manages to save the tracks in time, Brandr will add are aboard, preferably the second day after they board. A painted wooden screen separates a large with spinel (750 gp), and an ebony idol (of a goddess ofplush bed from the rest of the room. There is a vague green glow along the edges.Casting identify will reveal that it is one of a pair and, if the center is depressed, it can be used to verballycommunicate with whoever holds the other tablet, no matter how far apart they are.If the artifact is shown to Urma Oogleback, she will exclaim in surprise and pull a matching tablet out of her pocket.Sami had given it to her when Kem had lost his from the set many years before. (Elements that have previously been designated asPlaytesting: All of the wonderful backers who were kind enough Open Game Content or are in the public domain are not includedto help us out! I have to sing. Lord Almanor, Bishel Voss, Lord Just before dessert, Raivo and the staff deliver a special cocktail to everyone at Lord Almanors Gammon, Lady Gammon table, save for Bishel. Player charactersand transport. If the train does not have any See Kogan Hamfist for details. While holding and attuned to5 or more, the target is also unconscious while poisoned in these items, Prim can expend 1 charge to activate one of thethis way. C1. Hammond crooked merchants. Upon first check-in, guests are treated to a available, as well as some pottedcomplimentary beverage. Animated Paintings. After his tolerance. As Lady Gammon often speaks salesman who specializes in supplies like anvils. points, and immunity to force damage and damage done As punishment for the destruction it caused, Buefo was by nonmagical weapon attacks. He wears a out its properties.number of ornate gloves, and has a pair to match every outfit.Lord Almanors neck is wreathed in multiple bejeweled If the player characters free her from the collar by casting removegolden chains and his ears are studded with gems. Any of thosecheck-in (A1). The I come from cloven parent, Seeker coaxed Admindium into repurposing the structure Then worked for ages yet. He is in charge of all the standard sleepermore vulgar terms. He believes that the magic in the tavern is unexplainable, and the answer has to be behind Quest Giver: A temporal rift the door. An otherwise simple-mindedHe carries a cluster of loose papers with unreadable notes man, he earned his title in a meat pie eating contest.scribbled on them, and constantly mumbles to himself. He looks Verity has all the normal skills and proficiencies of a night hag, in down upon guests who stay in the standard sleeper carsaddition to the following ability: and isnt all that fond of non-elves in general, regardless of stature. She has a wide, friendly face usuallyever, if Sami is in the room, he will be all smiles, though he wreathed in smiles, and wears her hair in a long braidseems to avoid Urma. Consider the following notes when using The total of 17 taverns range from levels 1-20, in no the contents of this book:particular order, and have suggestions as to where they These taverns are designed to be added to any worldmight be located. If 3 Half-chewed treetops fall into DC 14 6d6 Damage the players attack first or attempt to collect any of the the room Dexterity 10d6 Damage gems, the xorn will attack. He keeps his dark black with Sami and Kem both, but particularly with Sami overhair short on the sides but longer in the back, where it is their shared love of antiquities.pulled into a short ponytail tied back with a silk ribbon. that he just wants to travel and means no one any harm.If the quasits are killed and Dretin finds out, she will If Lord Gammon and Lord Almanor are on the train, heattack unless convinced otherwise (e.g., by the players will indicate that he knows something very juicy is goingpaying her the 250 gold owed or through a DC 16 on and he doesnt want to leave because he wants to findIntimidation check). Pinned to the back of the painting is a scroll of sending. clothes, his closest servant fades into the background inShe has silvery-blonde hair that she wears loose. Each table holds a small brass mopping up of spilled drinks. If the fibbona chicken is killed, 4 new eggs fall out Room (A3), Storage (A7), the Casino (C2), and the of its chest. She then returned to her room via the same route the life of a vagabond, urchin, or refugee. He keeps hissold Lord Gammon the forged patents of nobility. Those who pay any attention to her willSecrets: Esthene is Ulumes younger half-sister and quickly became notice that she does not speak, but seems to know whatLord Gammons mistress, though she does not love Lord Gammon in her employer wants without him even asking.any sense. collection of structures, which could be mistaken for aOnce serving as columns supporting structures several sto- carapace of sorts. Rather than keeping withproceedings. There are no windows, except on the door the opulent tones of the other interiors, the colors hereto the engineers room that leads to the engine. Sarphi is a young pink-skinned, blue haired, tiefling female com- Sami Yanay moner. hair and a thin face. 23However, any playing cards used for gambling tablesThe Seekers Guide to Twisted TavernsRAIL-AWAY 9. They are to takeHe asks that you investigate and report back to him. Unless persuaded through magical means, he will either say he of his depravity, wealth and cruelty. While one might expect theto hang like saddlebags. Whenthe specific details, refer to the event Accusations Fly. Their reproduction wooden doors can only be opened with a command word can only be stopped by destroying every egg from every chosen by the guest. It has noThese appendages resemble the limbs of a spider, and intention of leaving the tavern or itsend in pointed tips. Preston is not the sharpest nor mostGammon had requested a servant. The chest has been moved under the desk, and thetwo chairs appear to have been thrown at the back wall. The only thing of This sectioned room features avalue is a scroll of identify buried under the papers. It will never ask anything of thethe main floor, but will occasionally visit the Parlor (C1) party, outside of its riddles detailed inor the Casino (C2) to check on guests. The hatch through which the players 3d8 100 gp stonesentered can no longer be seen. And as guessed from the pronouns they are NB like the Seeker. Admindium regains spent legendary actions at theChallenge: 14 (11,500 XP) start of its turn.Legendary Resistance (3/Day). travel vessel for a team of scholars to visit other chapters ofSee if you can win some drinks! The desk is the only part of the room that provides guests a place toappears intact, decorated with used candles and a large watch the surroundings20-sided die. Only one legendary action option canSenses: darkvision 60 ft., passive Perception 17 be used at a time and only at the end of another creaturesLanguages: Common, Deep Speech, telepathy 60 ft. turn. If the pendant is taken to NoraTreeforge, the druid, she will pay 500 gp for it and be eternally grateful, as it will release her from her chronic pain.10 A half-buried stone statue similar to the ones in the Main Hall of the tavern lies in the center of a small clearing. Then,Prim prides herself on a tight ship, and successful stow- roll or choose a monster that you feel is appropriate foraways on the Rail-Away are quite the raritythe more the encounter either from those listed or another large,common case being a brutal beating and expulsion. only tub on the train. Esthene climbs a ladder from her room to the roof, and makes her way to the Observation Car. The Wizards ChambersThese two parallel rooms are the best kept secret by the 6 golden figurines depicting robed figures, with moon-tavern. On a success, the player and the walls are decorated with various replicas of magic rolls their die with advantage. One entrance into The behind them and they feel an almost imperceptible pushDeep is located just yards to the left of the stairs down as they are propelled forward and dropped into The Rumen (E1). The 800 pounds. The tavern is a vessel meant to traverseHowever, if forced into combat, it will summon all of the these chapters of reality and uncover the truth abouttaverns constructs to help it fight. cate with the enigmatic beast and the private rooms of Kem and Sami. Samis OfficeThis room shares the same architecture as the Main Hall, Samis office, where he conducts much of the business of theand perhaps came from the same ancient civilization. A couple of cloud giants are picnicking nearby and have 2 Cloud 9an entire feast laid out upon a very large blanket. best as a listener, and is capable of answering follow-up questions on a topic, but otherwise has very little infor- A3. Alen TrismysOperatorsPrim, aka Knuckles, Verity Billett & Raivo Sevara Evening Verity Billett takes up her stage, Raivo Sevara, BishelWhat Happens noticeably flinching after seeing Voss, Lord Almanor,At the GMs discretion, at least one day after the player Lord Gammon in the audience. Sunning themselves amongst the rocks is a pride of chimeras, who will not attack unless provoked. Along consumes entire trees as it walks, grazing as if it were aeither side of the beast, newer structures have been added bison on fields of wheat. If the party is able to convince Sami he should stay, Sarphi will be grateful and give them 2d8 platinum pieces as thanks. He avoids outright killing people, but somethe way down her back, Verity commonly wears form-fitting bar-goers need to be taught a lesson.dresses that can best be described as evening wear (even to Secrets: Raivo and Verity are romantically involved. Admindium uses its Frightful Presence, expendsone charge of its wand of wonders, then makes three attackswith its Impaling Arms.Impaling Arms. Barakor! A3. Any such visitors will not attack unless provoked, as they are too busy enjoying A few bowls of exotic fruits and other garnishments their feast, though Nora may enlist help in driving themsit on the bartop, along with complimentary nutsboth away if they are consuming too much.salted and caramelized.A6. The Griffin's Nest C3. 2d8 Flying 5 You seem to have stumbled upon a small but dense, jungle-like forest. If a creature pops trespassing by any of the operators, the Ethereal Guardian one of these bubbles, they become invisible for 1 round. The tables are always stools line the counter, which is where most regularset with crisp linen tablecloths, fine silverware, and a lit guests prefer to sit, as they are the best seats if you wantcandle for atmosphere. Herback what he has lost on the tables before he leaves the Rail-Away. Among them are drums, a flute, serve guests and mix drinks. There are several here every few days for the past year. A few potted ferns in flanked by vaguely humanoid stone statues. The invitation reads A treat for the senses that only the privilegedThe Next can enjoy! Ryman Thorn, Alen TrismysMorning Lady Gammon and Esthene meet in the Observation Car.

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