Beneath the icy gaze of the moon, a solitary adventurer trudges through the snow-covered slopes of a desolate mountain range. The biting wind carries with it the whispers of the frozen wilderness, and with every step, the traveler's boots crunched through the powdery snow. Weary and seeking refuge from the biting cold, the adventurer stumbled upon a sight both haunting and majestic—an ancient monastery perched on the edge of a precipice, its spires reaching towards the star-studded sky.
Pushing open the frost-encrusted doors, the adventurer enters a realm frozen in time. Ice crystals adorn the once-majestic architecture like delicate lace, and the silence within is profound, broken only by the soft crunch of snow underfoot. As they explore the interior, the glow of their lantern reveals forgotten murals of snowy landscapes and mythical creatures, their details obscured by layers of frost.
In the heart of the monastery, a great hall unfolds, its pillars standing tall like guardians of a bygone era. Seeking solace from the biting cold, the adventurer decides to make camp within the monastery's icy embrace, the warmth of a crackling fire contrasting sharply with the frozen surroundings.
As the lone adventurer begins to settle in for the evening, seeking solace from the biting cold in the feeble warmth of the crackling fire, a sudden hush descends upon the desolate monastery. It is as if the mountain itself holds its breath in anticipation. Just as the adventurer succumbs to the deceptive comfort of the flickering flames, a distant melody pierces the silence—a haunting, otherworldly tune that sends shivers down their spine.
This spectral music, ethereal and evocative, seems to rise from the very core of the icy stone walls, an ancient lament carried on the frigid breeze that sweeps through the vast, echoing corridors. The adventurer's surroundings transform into a symphony of ice and wind, and the realization dawns that they are not alone in this frozen sanctuary. The mountain itself, a stoic guardian of secrets, becomes a maestro conducting an unearthly orchestra.
Unsettled by the mysterious sounds that resonate through the cavernous halls, the adventurer's curiosity overrides the comfort of the fire. With a determined gaze, they rise from their makeshift resting place, the crackling flames casting eerie shadows across the frost-kissed walls. A decision is made—a descent into the heart of the ancient building, guided by the haunting melody that beckons from below.
As the adventurer descends a worn and creaking stairway, each step echoes through the icy depths, creating a cacophony that harmonizes with the mysterious music. The air becomes heavier, laden with the weight of untold tales and the chilling embrace of the mountain's secrets. The adventurer's heartbeat matches the rhythm of the unseen symphony, and a palpable tension builds in the frigid air.
Deeper into the ancient structure they go, the ethereal melody growing louder, more enchanting, and yet more unsettling. The stairway seems to stretch into eternity, the walls closing in, revealing cryptic symbols and faded murals that tell stories of a time long forgotten. The adventurer presses forward, driven by a compelling force—a desire to unravel the mysteries concealed within the icy heart of the monastery.
As the stairway reaches its culmination, the adventurer steps into a vast chamber, the source of the haunting music now overwhelming. The room is bathed in an otherworldly glow, revealing...
Rules:
Hypnosis - While hypnotized you can either skip your turn or have me choose your action.
Roll a D6:
1-4 no effect
5-6 breaks out
Adventure Log - These notes help me track each adventurer's progress in the story so it isn't the same for those who would like to return to the monastery.
You can keep some notes on this character. You'll be the only one to be able to see this:
