IN SICKNESS AND HEALTH

System: Dungeons & Dragons 5th Edition
Adventure Type: One-Shot Adventure
Levels: Suitable for 3 characters of Level 8-10

Setting: This adventure is designed to be seamlessly integrated into an existing campaign or played as a stand-alone adventure. The characters will investigate a mysterious plague afflicting a town, leading them to uncover dark secrets and face deadly foes.

Adventure Overview

"Queen of Plagues" takes your players on a journey into a town beset by a mysterious and deadly affliction. As the sickness spreads, the local healers and apothecaries struggle to keep up with the rising demand for cures. All signs point to an old, abandoned location on the outskirts of town. Those who have ventured near it have returned gravely ill, if they return at all.

The adventurers are tasked with investigating this overgrown and forgotten site. What they discover is a twisted cult led by Vulkara Longthorne, an elf who has embraced the plague, transforming into a monstrous figure bent on spreading the affliction far and wide.

Key Features

Detailed Dungeon Map: Explore a series of intricately designed rooms, each with its own unique challenges and secrets in a 50x50 map.
Memorable NPCs and Bosses: Encounter a host of intriguing characters, including the mad scientist Doctor Reynald Greene, the cunning assassin Abigail Thulvenom, and the terrifying cult leader Vulkara Longthorne.
Engaging Role-Playing Opportunities: Interact with various NPCs and navigate through moral choices, such as dealing with the Gutterborne wererats or uncovering the secrets behind the cult's operations.
Challenging Combat Encounters: Face off against a variety of foes, from plague-ridden zombies and toxic slime blobs to the formidable bosses. Tactical combat and strategic thinking will be key to overcoming these threats.
Unique Magic Items: Reward your players with rare and wondrous items such as the Oozebane Amulet, the Wand of Toxic Spells, the Thulvenom Shortsword, and Vulkara's Plagueshroud Armor.

Adventure Hooks

Mystery and Intrigue: Characters are drawn into the mystery as they notice the increasing number of ill townsfolk. Investigations reveal the source of the sickness, leading them to the abandoned location.
Personal Stakes: Friends or family members of the characters may fall ill, compelling them to find a cure and uncover the truth behind the plague.
Duty and Honor: The local court or equivalent authority tasks the adventurers with stopping the spread of the affliction and saving the town from a dire fate.

Included in the Package

High-Quality Map: Beautifully rendered maps of the area, designed for explorer mode and easy use in Roll20.
Detailed NPC and Monster Stat Blocks: Comprehensive unique stats and descriptions for every character and creature encountered.
Handouts and Art Assets: Visual aids, including item illustrations, notes, and texture files to enhance immersion.
Dynamic Lighting and Tokens: Pre-configured dynamic lighting and tokens to streamline gameplay and create a fully immersive experience.

Can your group uncover the secrets of the plague and stop Vulkara before it’s too late?

Note: This adventure is compatible with the Roll20 virtual tabletop and optimized for online play. All necessary maps, tokens, and handouts are included for a seamless gaming experience.

i Can only be used with Roll20; cannot be downloaded.