Dappled Hollow Adventures #2
Trapped in your own town with nowhere to run, you must venture into dangerous woods to capture a mythical bird—before something far worse finds you first.
Following the dark events of Revenant’s Day, the citizens of Dappled Hollow face a terrifying new reality: invisible magical barriers trap everyone within the town’s borders. No matter which direction you travel, all roads lead back home. With several children still missing and tensions rising, the superstitious townsfolk cling desperately to their traditions.
The Feast of Feldan approaches—a sacred post-harvest festival that cannot be ignored. But there’s a problem: the feast requires capturing the legendary Great Bird alive, and the Denmyre Woods have never been more dangerous. As the only heroes the frightened town can rely on, your party must brave the forest’s depths where something far more sinister than wolves now hunts.
Adventure Highlights:
∙ A mystery-horror adventure for 4-5 characters of 1st to 2nd level
∙ Navigate town politics through a tense town hall meeting with branching skill challenges
∙ Hunt the elusive Great Bird (Scarlet Avis) through treacherous woodland
∙ Encounter the adorable brownie Seebeesibi who witnessed something terrible
∙ Face a demonic yeth hound stalking the forest
∙ Discover ancient stone ruins pulsing with otherworldly magic
∙ Unravel the mystery of what’s imprisoning Dappled Hollow
∙ Build relationships with key NPCs like Willow Farridan and Mayor Ivan Breck
What’s Inside:
∙ Complete adventure with social encounters, exploration, and combat
∙ Unique mechanics for capturing creatures alive rather than killing them
∙ Custom stat block for the Scarlet Avis “Great Bird”
∙ Multiple skill-based challenges that affect town morale and future events
∙ Investigation elements around mysterious magical phenomena
∙ Atmospheric encounters including slaughtered wolf packs and eerie ruins
∙ Dramatic climax as reality itself tears apart
∙ Seamlessly connects to both previous and future Dappled Hollow adventures
Perfect for: DMs looking for low-level mystery adventures with horror elements, groups who enjoy investigation and roleplay alongside combat, or anyone seeking an engaging small-town dark fantasy campaign.
By James Rodehaver | Published by Hexed
