This is the very beginning of the campain. Elturel has disappeared! The adventurers are on their way to Baldur’s Gate along with many other refugees.
Links
- Main: Descent into AvernusDescent into Avernus
Links
D&D Beyond Campaign
Official Source Book
Alexandrian Remix
Players
Forith (Simon)
Ewan
Bob (Devin)
Withre (Tsukasa)
Parts broken down by Alexandrian
The Beginning
The Road to Baldurs Gate
Meeting Zodge
Vanthampur Investigations
Tracking Down Tarina
Dungeon of the Dead Three
Investigating the Murders
Trafficking Amrik
Poisoned Poseidon
Vanthampur Manor
Infernal Puzzlebox
Part 3J: The Port... - Related: Refugee CampRefugee Camp
General Description
Sprawling makeshift city outside be city walls of Baldur’s Gate
Shadows jumping across the tents from the few scattered campfires
Senses
Sound: general hushed tones as people talking among each other creates constant background noise
Feel: the air is still, as if everyone is holding their breath at once
Smell / Taste: the scent of logs burning fills the air from the scattered fires
Events
most of the refugees are dirty fro... Meeting ZodgeMeeting Zodge
Once they arrive at Baldur’s Gate, they meet Flame Zodge who gives them a quest to solve the murders of the refugees.
Links
Main: Descent into Avernus
Related: The Road to Baldurs Gate
Related:Refugee Camp
Official Chapter
Alexandrian Remix
Scenes
If you haven’t already, give them a description of the location Refugee Camp. There is only one scene here, the interaction with Flame Zodge.
Zodge’s Deal
Flame Zodge sizes up the adventurers and offers them a deal:
The city is in... - Official Chapter
- Alexandrian Remix
Strong Start
(Refugees along the road version of Alexandrian).
It has been four long days since the city of Elturel suddenly vanished from the Earth, leaving everyone wondering what truly happened. So far you’ve avoided mixing with any of the other refugees from Elturel, but their numbers increase day by day.
Scenes
- Bandits attack: As you break the crest of the next hill you see a small family on the side of the road. 1 of 5 gruff looking thugs are is in the middle of beating upon the father. See [[#Bandit Attack]]
- Refugee campground: As night begins to fall, you approach a large campfire. Somber faces around the group talk in hushed tones as they share what little food the have among each other. See [[#Campground]]
- Be sure to indicate that food is running scare.
- Flaming Fist roughing up refugees: Ahead on the road you see three well armored people yelling at a family of refugees. As you get closer, you hear them berating the family and telling them to go away from Baldur’s Gate.
- There should be 1 more Flaming Fist VeteranVeteran
Tactics
appearance
Stat Block
Option 1: Screen capture image of stat block and save it
Option 2: Generate the stat block from https://tetra-cube.com/dnd/dnd-statblock.html
/assets/img/stat_blocks/veteran-stat-block.png
than the number of PCs. - Make sure the PCs understand they are outnumbered and outmatched.
- The Flaming Fists don’t want to kill anyone in plain sight, so this is not a battle to the death.
- There should be 1 more Flaming Fist VeteranVeteran
Secrets and Clues
- In each of the discussions with NPCs ensure you spread some of the Rumors of ElturelRumors of Elturel
Rumors of what Happened to Elturel
ELTUREL LIVES!
The Companion — Amaunator’s Gift, the shining orb which hangs as a second sun above the city of Elturel and has long protected it from the scourge of the undead — sensed that a great evil was threatening Elturel. It bathed the city in its holy rays and drew it across time and space to the Keep of the Eternal Sun, the stronghold of Amaunator, God of Sun and Time. Unfortunately, many who sought to reach the city before its ascension were unabl.... They do not need to be consistent. - Flaming Fist is roughing up refugees and want them out of Baldur’s Gate (refugees are not our problem).
- Refugees are running out of food and see Baldur’s Gate as their only option.
Fantastic Locations
Bandit Attack
- Single horse drawn cart off to the side of the road with kids hiding behind it.
- Fallen log across the road that forced them to stop.
- Pathway into the woods the leading to the bandit’s camp.
Campground
- Bonfire with logs set up around it and people singing songs
- Teenagers playing a game of Baldur’s Bones until a parent breaks them up
- Old couple sitting around a secondary fire cooking stew and discussing Elturel.
Important NPCs
- Chahra ShavChahra Shav
Chahra Shav
Appearance
A middle aged woman, slightly overweight with kind eyes and shoulder length hair. Her clothes are plain, but well kept and she always has at least two children running around her. Married to Ziem Shav.
Quote
“You got yoursel into that mess, now get yourself out.”
Role Playing
Molly Weasley. Generally kind, but constantly tired.
Always cleaning something; can’t sit still.
Keep pushing hair out of face.
Background
Chahra is the mother to six children ranging f... and Ziem ShavZiem Shav
Ziem Shav
Appearance
Middle aged human male typically wearing well worn clothes. His hair is a mixture of brown and grey, and he’s generally a very positive and welcoming person.
Quote
“Come in, sit down. Let me get you a cup of tea.”
Role Playing
Arthur Weasley - very excited to meet new people.
Constantly lost in thought.
Let out a big sigh frequently and make a deal about taking a load off.
Background
Husband to Chahra Shav. Works as a carptenter on the outskirts of Elturel for...: Refugees from Elturel to Baldur’s Gate with their 6 children. - Rungreda KragmaneRungreda Kragmane
Rungreda Kragmane
Appearance
Female dwarf, deep red hair, dark skin. Wears leather armor over green breeches and red shirt. 100 years old.
Quote / Framework
Hagrid from Harry Potter
“Now don’t go doin’…”
Role Playing
Friendly, but simple talk. Accidentally gives out more than they plan on.
Puffs out cheeks and blows when she gets a hard question.
Shakes head a lot when agreeing or disagreeing
Background
Rungreda runs trade caravans between Baldur’s Gate and Elturel, so she knows t...: Refugee from Elturel to Baldur’s Gate - Tarrin AraricTarrin Araric
Tarrin Araric
Appearance
Male elf, younger, who wears the latest fashions. Mid-back length black hair normally tied into a pony tail.
Quote / Framework
Quark from Star Trek DS9
“Never allow sentiment to stand in the way of opportunity.”
Role Playing
A businessperson foremost. Always trying to get the best deal.
Always pointing out how they can benefit others (at a price).
Shifty eyes, always looking around to see what’s going on
Background
Tarrin comes from a moderatey wealthy fam...: Refugee from Elturel to Baldur’s Gate
Potential Monsters
- 1-2 ThugThug
Name
Tactics
appearance
Stat Block
Option 1: Screen capture image of stat block and save it
Option 2: Generate the stat block from https://tetra-cube.com/dnd/dnd-statblock.html
/assets/img/stat_blocks/thug-stat-block.png
per PC - If they attack the flaming fist, 1 more VeteranVeteran
Tactics
appearance
Stat Block
Option 1: Screen capture image of stat block and save it
Option 2: Generate the stat block from https://tetra-cube.com/dnd/dnd-statblock.html
/assets/img/stat_blocks/veteran-stat-block.png
than number of PCs.
Potential Treasure
- 3d6 gp on the Thugs (total)
- Basic weapons if anyone wants them (Club and Heavy Crossbow)
Next Steps
At this point the group should arrive at Baldur’s Gate where they meet Flame ZodgeFlame Zodge
Flame Zodge
Written as Captain Zodge but the Flaming Fist doesn’t have captains.
Appearance
Leader of the Flaming Fist; A tall man with long black hair and a leather eye patch
Quote / Framework
“It’s in the freaking city”
Role Playing
Base this on Saul Tigh from Battlestar Galactica
Disgusted by nearly everything he hears.
Keep lip pursed as if waiting to hear something bad
Background
Although Zodge lacks common decency, he cares for the well-being of the soldiers who serve under ... at the Refugee CampRefugee Camp
General Description
Sprawling makeshift city outside be city walls of Baldur’s Gate
Shadows jumping across the tents from the few scattered campfires
Senses
Sound: general hushed tones as people talking among each other creates constant background noise
Feel: the air is still, as if everyone is holding their breath at once
Smell / Taste: the scent of logs burning fills the air from the scattered fires
Events
most of the refugees are dirty fro... and he offers them Meeting ZodgeMeeting Zodge
Once they arrive at Baldur’s Gate, they meet Flame Zodge who gives them a quest to solve the murders of the refugees.
Links
Main: Descent into Avernus
Related: The Road to Baldurs Gate
Related:Refugee Camp
Official Chapter
Alexandrian Remix
Scenes
If you haven’t already, give them a description of the location Refugee Camp. There is only one scene here, the interaction with Flame Zodge.
Zodge’s Deal
Flame Zodge sizes up the adventurers and offers them a deal:
The city is in....