The Raven's Keep is an impressive edifice in the mountains, a stark black tower of obsidian, seemingly raise in a single piece. No-one is even local to this area, but even the rangers who come through the region periodically don't recall how long the tower has been there.
Those who approach can spy the hundreds of ravens who seem to roost upon the upper region of the towers. They caw ominously by the dozen if anyone approaches, and even stir to swooping en masse if they are threatened. There do not appear to be any doors at ground level, and flying or climbing the glassy-smooth surface of the keep seems to be the only way to access the roofs. On entry, the keep is a vast and changing labyrinth, with levels that slope unexpectedly and circle back upon themselves. It is the home of a mysterious Shadow Mage who wishes not to be disturbed, and may be surprised by visitors. She employs dangerous and forbidden magics to protect her demesne, and does not take kindly to strangers invading her private sanctum. How you can use the Raven's Keep in your game: - The Shadow Mage might have knowledge that your Player Characters need, about some kind of extraplanar foe or location, or about some kind of magical device. - Those who have heard of the Raven's Keep tell that it has rooms of fabulous treasure, and that it has magical circles made of diamonds set into the floor to contain daemons and even stranger monsters from outside reality. PCs with an interest in making a fortune might seek out the Keep to try to make some of this fabled (and possibly false) treasure their own. - If one of your PCs wants to learn Shadow Magic, then seeking out the Raven's Keep to find a mentor makes an excellent quest. Also posted on Game Masters Stash on 22 May 2019. Comments are closed.
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