The player chooses one die to roll, from the table given time. create the dishes offered by The Wizards Watering Hole. Kitchen UPPER LEVELThe Kitchen has a fireplace witha small fire elemental living in it, B1. She has a small scar at the corner of her uniform, she somewhat resembles a childs doll one wouldmouth, but smiles pleasantly if spoken to. A circle of four cauldrons surrounds this pool, and a The minor illusions constantly re- book lies on a pedestal facing the doorway. Another valve-likeThe Seekers Guide to Twisted Taverns 47Wildaback Tavern The Tavern Guests Emed Rimak Chaska Emed is a shy young male human acolyte. For further directionprovide players a place to rest and recoup from their grand on role-playing as the world travelers, read theiradventures, or explore the taverns as their own adventures! However, it canboost with Brandr and give advantage in any interactions be used as a quest even if the GM is not running the eventwith him. Sami spends all of his time running the tavern, Kem Kasik checking up on guests, helping the other staff members,Kem Kasik is a young-looking human man with shoulder- and doing loads of paperwork. 23However, any playing cards used for gambling tablesThe Seekers Guide to Twisted TavernsRAIL-AWAY 9. You can see the head of a large, icy blue creature with dagger-like teeth.7 You find yourself in a narrow canyon and face to face with an adult brass dragon happily sunning itself on a rock. A riddle! The Seekers Guide to Twisted Taverns (Spoilers ahead) Ranged Weapon Attack: +5 to hit, rangedisadvantage on attack rolls, as well as on Wisdom 30/120 ft., one creature. If the party attempts to do so, they will quickly by the engineer, Brandr Fintan.learn Prims nickname (see the Taverns Operators), andbe kicked off the train.Note. Player characters with a Passive perception of 16 or higher will notice this (DC 15 Alen Trismys if they are seated at the table). Lord Gammon dresses ex-travagantly even by noble standards: silks, satins, brocades,and the like. The Wizards ChambersThese two parallel rooms are the best kept secret by the 6 golden figurines depicting robed figures, with moon-tavern. The Dealers The TenderThe Dealers are detailed in the Casino (C2) section. If a battle later occurs in that location, this golem will not attack the player characters and will instead fight alongside them.If the players attack the trapped stone golem, it will fight back, but as if caught in an entangle spell and with disadvantage.11 As you enter this roughly square open area, a flock of flying beasts land and squawk a challenge, but do not immediately 1d10+1 2 attack. This taven works best in a highmagic setting, and is best placed either in a large town, in a city, or at a frequently used crossroads. The Rail-Awayprides itself on being more accommodating than manystationary inns, a title that in many ways has beenrightfully earned. Car Staff and Somen Gilrona After the song, Lord Almanor tells Lord Gammon, Perhaps you will reconsider my proposal Ryman Thorn after you get a good nights sleep. Though polite, it somehow sounds like a threat. While how frequently the Rail-Away stops at stations is at the GMs discretion, some quests require at least a day oftravel time between stops to allow player characters time to adventure. 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. The second above-groundstory is for housing guests, and the uppermost story issealed off.A1. him. Creatures in contact with the material slowly burn, taking 2d4 acid damage every hour they spend inside. IntroductionG reetings, and welcome to The Seekers Guide World Travelers to Twisted Taverns! If guests are caught sending a cloud of bubbles into the air. 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. carving around the doorway depicts a long-forgotten crea- ture with multiple heads, but portions of it are worn away.Shoulder PatioThis is a rectangular patio with bench seating and ever- There is a small alcove built into the wall for the guestburning torches, often used by guests to enjoy the night air. Dretin wears a hooded cloak, possibly to conceal her deal of wealth on her person: 2d6 bags of gold and assorted gemsheritage from prying eyes, or to protect herself from the sun. intentions, and give them advice regarding how to play the games. when it notices petty crimes being committed. Sarphi is a young pink-skinned, blue haired, tiefling female com- Sami Yanay moner. properly enjoy his tendencies. C1. easily return to the location.A5. without being provoked, but will react if touched. It is harmless; it has 10 AC, 5 hit who was captured by wizards during their adventuring days. Roll on or choose from the table below to determine Quest Giver: Prim, a.k.a. who keeps a clean face (requiring shaving twice a day toSecrets: He knows Veritys true form but has kept it secret, partly keep up with his beard growth) and has unusually highbecause she is the best entertainer the Rail-Away has ever had. Washroom: The Shrike C2. complete this and will be allowed to question or talk to anyone on the train, though train staff, including Lord Almanor, meanwhile, is very happy to see Lord Knuckles, will keep a close eye on them. They offer the party free travel on the Rail-Away Time Event Witnessesfor life and a ring of cold resistance. ornately carved wooden desk, however, is the focal point in the center of the room. As a variant rule, players can purchase their own concoctions D ancing lights and minor illusions drift through the fog, for half the normal price of the potion. His Plot One (Cause of Death) plan is to force Gammon to capitulate to his demands Lady Ulume Gammon and her half-sister Esthene with the curse. The floor is covered by a red velvet rug, the Dealers passive perception. However, Gammon dies before he is able Moonshadow have been plotting to get rid of Lord to threaten him again. garden, which sends waste into a 1-foot-wide portal 1d8 cats pour out of the cauldron and race around the connected to the elemental chaos. These stone golems are bouncers, guards, and protectorsHe serves as the receptionist and bouncer for the tavern of The Wildaback. looks like fish meat begin to appear in the mixture. The Seeker's Guide to Twisted Taverns: 5e tavern supplement takes in more than half a million on Kickstarter February 9, 2021 by Andrew Girdwood Leave a Comment Links may earn ad money Zine Quest is on, and Kickstarter is flooded with great RPG content. His mostpronounced feature is a scar that runs across his forehead. The only way to tell the sleeper carsapart is by color and name, with each being decorated ina different color: royal blue (The Sapphire), deep green(The Emerald), and dark red (The Ruby).5. Finish off with an injection of cherry syrup and take with closed eyes. If con- Repeated entry can lead to banishment from the tavern. Main Hall and is a feast for the senses. Deals an extra 7 (2d6) damage whenDretin hits a target with a weapon attack and has advantage charge to knock the target unconscious for 1 minute.on the attack roll. The TenderThe Tavern Operators a muscular build and a forlorn expression. Melee Weapon Attack: +4 to hit, reach 5 ft., one on a success.target. The chests mouth is 3 feet wide and 2 feet long. Piles of ancient books are THE WILDABACKstacked between two armchairs, one of old leather andthe other covered in the finest silk. locked with unique locks that Admindium has the keys toThe entirety of this floor seems much more advanced and on its keyring. A student of languages, he can com-fortably speak Common, Elvish, Dwarven, Giant, Halfling, Kogan Hamfist is an old hill dwarf who works as both theGnomish, and even a smattering of Infernal. Artifacts can be soldto Urma Oogleback.Roll Encounter Text Items1 You notice a strange and unusual plant in bloom. The dealers resemble men in tailored suits, portals that lead to a dimension composed entirely of with oversized dice in place of their heads. Player characters can make a DC 25 Intelligence (Investigation) check to understand The Cosmovects function and how to operate it. Bishel knows everything about his business dealings, as he does not hesitate to speak in front of someone who Lord Darus Almanor cant object.If the idea of peacocking were to become personified, it would If a player character uses a detect magic spell in her vicinity or noticesbe Lord Almanor. Zoom In. She says she did so to avoid Lord Gammons feverish complaining Lord Gammon leaves to visit the Observation Car, inviting the party to join his walk. It is incapable of up to one large creature, two medium creatures, or four small feeling physical pain, and regenerates from its wounds creatures. He has workedNora Treeforge is a halfling druid. Hit: 5 (1d6 + 2) piercing damage. (Sleight of Hand) check. from nonmagical attacks Condition Immunities: exhaustion, frightened, petrified,Fibbona Chicken poisoned Damage Vulnerabilities: fire, radiantLarge monstrosity, unaligned Senses: passive Perception 9Armor Class: 9 Languages: understands Common and Giant but cant speakHit Points: 42 (5d10 + 15) Challenge: 3 (700 XP)Speed: 30 ft., fly 15 ft. Magic Resistance. His manner curse, destroying it, or killing Lord Almanor, she will declare herselfis high-handed and there is a cruel cut to his face, even when eternally grateful, telling the player characters everything she knowshe is smiling, as his smile never reaches his eyes. The The garden is where much of the food used in the Kitchenelemental cooks mealsand is grown. chest feathers and darker feathers on their limbs and the tops of their heads. A large staircase leadsconnects the structures on The Wildaback. The 800 pounds. The chairs and tables are unable to leave the tavern, and will lose their magic if forcibly taken. S itting at various tables are the other patrons, listed in the Taverns Guests section.The Seekers Guide to Twisted TavernsAre all gods avatars of the same force? above the floor on one-foot radius wooden rings. 5 The contents of the cauldron become thick like cement. Dark Spirit Calling - 4 sp Combining a tall stout with a dose of dark red wine and dark molasses spirits leads to overwhelming richness. In addition, using the ladle downstairs and deal with the cheater. Captain 1d8+1Note: The bandit captain has 20 gp, and 2 garnets (100gp). Brandr uses theparticularly excited when someone speaks a rare language, veteran statistics, but has a flame tongue sword.and enjoys learning new words and phrases. Lord Gammon suffers aches and a fever. Grim Hollow: Core Book Bundle $ 149.97 $ 119.99 Add to cart Add to wishlist Sale! All other necessary stat blocks are included It is highly recommended that the GM read through theat the end of each taverns entry. Barakor! A3. target. The groundThe Wildaback itself Two carved stone statues stand outside on either side of feels both solid and soft at the same time. She will offer to buy the one you found for 100 gp; alternatively,you can convince her to sell hers to you for 200 gp. mixed with wax and cochineal dye from crushed fire beetle Nearly all of the staff on the Rail-Away were rescued from shells). Made in China Some content in this book implies and specifies the use of alcohol. He occasionally uses a +3 longbow The Wildabackand a defender (shortsword). vests, and tailored trousers. 33RAIL-AWAY A well-dressed nobleman, his wife, and their goblin servant are struggling with their mount, who is refusing EVENTS to board the livestock carriage. On a failure, the creature Variant Game. At the first sign of any fight betweenchecking in new entrants and their belongings. A creature can Die Type d20 d12 d10 d8 d6 d4 use these pipes to cause mind-altering effects. Ulrichs Room bath is prepared with a mixtureThis guest room is occupied by Ulrich Magnes, a half- of herbs and salts, and iself woman. Each stasis chamber can fit for far longer than it can remember. Jamil and Nasir's . give the party their reward and offer to help them in their next fight. reality. In other words: dont make it personal. 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. Most troupes that perform here use illusion magic for sets rather than props. everyone with a good time. three are also able to call off the golems from attacking. They all wear aHerbalism, Brewing, and Alchemy, all of which assist him standard uniform with white button-up shirts, brocadein creating his sometimes magical cocktails. Communicating with Admindium the spirit will reveal that it loathes violence and petty disputes, and itThis alien creature resembles a spindly purple humanoid expresses great pain when dealingwith six boney appendages that protrude from its back. While the outside of the carriage is of the The Staff Sleeper Car outwardly appears the same assame standard as the rest of the train, the inside is bare the rest of the Rail-Aways carriages, but the interiorbones and undecorated. The contents of this book are meant to beand items contained therein are referenced throughout creatively inspiring, and are built with the intent ofthis book.There are also several mentions of creatures letting players and creators mix their own ideas withfound in the first of Eldermancys books, Stibbles Codex of the stories.Companions. She wears a fine silver chain with a black gem save for a simple leather choker. He wears very well-made clothing and silk gloves. 7 The cauldron erupts in a flash of light. The Hallway is lit by illusory resistance to cold environments. When The Wildaback is ready to continue traveling, either on its own whim or as directed by Kem Kasik, it raises itsmassive head and steps forward. The Platinum and the MithrilThere are two luxury accommodation sleeper cars for The Mercury Observatory car is one of the highlights ofwealthy passengers to take advantage of: The Platinum the Rail-Away. It currently lies dormant, but there is an empty slot for a large sphere near what appears to be a control panel. In addition, it grants a telepathic communication The necklace she wears is a periapt of proof against poison, which between the target and the attuned creature). Crispy bacon wrapped around baked dates stuffed with a butter and almond mixture. wizard, and a wooden stick that it believes is a wand. her own alibi by snoring loudly in her bedroom. The following two events dramatically affect any characters who spend the night on the Grand Shanty. Alen is in charge of theVerity worked for Lord Gammon many years ago, during his openly luxury carriages, and rarely leaves them unless by request.criminal dealings. Bishel Voss, Lord Almanor, Dining Anyone with a Passive Perception of 20 will notice the odd shape of his hand. A raised open-air oval platform takes upand The Mithril. They have light brown body andalleviate her daily battle with it. If the last remaining xorn is 4 Large, barely chewed trees fall DC 16 bloodied, it will attempt to flee by diving into a wall and into the room Dexterity tunnelling out using Earth Glide. Looking stage. GMs using minisare recommended to treat the squares as if they were 5, andignore any combat restrictions this size would impose.The Seekers Guide to Twisted Taverns 21RAIL-AWAY business dealings. The egg grows wings and legs, becoming a fibb. Their beaks are yellow with red tips, She has a pet pseudodragon named and feature a curve that resembles a slight frown. Inside them are thousands of papers that describe Player characters who enter this hallway will be greeted every guest that has ever visited the tavern, includingby the wooden door at the end of the hallway flying open, what they enjoyed most about the visit. Under this Once the problem is resolved, Brandr offers his flame variant, this quest can be played any number of times.tongue sword as thanks. Guest Check-InQinlar Ravengleam is always posted in this small entry The main stage (A3) is on the side of the room, withroom to the main tavern, and is the first face most the grand staircase leading up to it. Unable to face her child, random. The Fibbona Chicken lays an egg. seater tables, one being located in the corner for privacy. Still, those who mushrooms, but he loves freshly cut fruit.know him well take cover if hes looking particularly fiery. Anyone seeing them together She has the kind of face that you forget the momentshould quickly assume that they are well acquainted shes turned away, accented by her habit of keeping herfriends (See Events: Accusations Fly for more). They but because of its enigmatic nature it can be used must also succeed on an Intelligence for a variety of activities. It prefers to stay on any guest. Private Parlor they must spend 10 minutes and expend This room is designated for private conversations, a spell slot of the required level. 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. If anyone plays alongside them, their song changes as the instruments attempt to create a shared melody with The bar is run by a modified suit of armor called The the performer. If a creature attempts to steal an egg, and is unaware of8 The Seekers Guide to Twisted TavernsTrail Seeker RulesThe Wizards Watering Hole B2. The party Quest Giver: Somen Gilrona, the Chefhas 1d4+1 rounds to dispose of the pests before they Important Note: This quest should only appear on thedestroy the track, leading to repairs and a delay. 1d4 Toads 0 A successful detect magic spell or a DC 15 Investigation check will reveal that the water of the pond has a curative nature. Player2d8 supply of +1 ammunition to his reward. The Wizards Watering Hole A2. The loose structures have either been fastened with rope, or are held inplace by the overgrowth of these bones. The wallshere appear striated and papery, but attempting to pushthrough more than a few inches is impossible.