Campaign Details
The Lost City of Zephyr: A D&D 5e Campaign
Objectives
The adventurers are summoned to the bustling city of Windfall, a place known for its windy weather and towering spires. The city is built on the edge of a vast desert, and its people are desperate for help. Recently, a wealthy merchant named Eberk Zephyr disappeared while on an expedition to find the legendary Lost City of Zephyr. Eberk's family has hired the adventurers to find him and bring him back home safely.
Setting
Windfall is a city of opportunities, where people from all walks of life gather to trade goods and services. The city is filled with all sorts of creatures, from elves and dwarves to orcs and goblins. The city is ruled by a council of powerful merchants, who make sure that the city runs smoothly.
The desert beyond Windfall is a harsh and unforgiving place, filled with dangerous creatures and treacherous terrain. The Lost City of Zephyr is said to be hidden deep within the desert, guarded by powerful magic and deadly traps.
Challenges and Encounters
The adventurers will face many challenges on their journey to find the Lost City of Zephyr. They will have to navigate the harsh desert, fight off dangerous creatures, and solve complex puzzles to uncover the city's secrets.
Here are some of the challenges and encounters that the adventurers may face:
- Sandstorms: The desert is prone to sudden and violent sandstorms, which can reduce visibility to zero and make navigation difficult.
- Dangerous Creatures: The desert is home to all sorts of dangerous creatures, from sand worms and giant scorpions to desert bandits and nomadic tribes.
- Traps and Puzzles: The Lost City of Zephyr is filled with deadly traps and complex puzzles, which the adventurers will have to solve to uncover the city's secrets.
- The Cult of Zephyr: A mysterious cult has taken up residence in the Lost City of Zephyr, and they will stop at nothing to protect the city's secrets.
Rewards and Consequences
If the adventurers are successful in finding the Lost City of Zephyr and bringing Eberk Zephyr back home, they will be richly rewarded by his family. They may also discover powerful magical artifacts and treasures within the city.
However, there will be consequences to their actions. The Cult of Zephyr will not take kindly to the adventurers' intrusion, and they may pursue them relentlessly. The adventurers may also uncover secrets that could have far-reaching consequences for the world.
Enemies
- Eberk Zephyr: Eberk may not want to be found, and he may put up a fight if the adventurers try to bring him back home.
- The Cult of Zephyr: The cult is led by a mysterious figure known only as the High Priestess of Zephyr. They are dedicated to protecting the Lost City of Zephyr and its secrets at all costs.
- Desert Bandits: These ruthless bandits roam the desert, looking for easy prey. They will stop at nothing to get their hands on the adventurers' possessions.
- Nomadic Tribes: These tribes roam the desert, living off the land and fighting off any who threaten their way of life. They may be friendly or hostile, depending on the adventurers' actions.