Hillsfar
Northkeep
Northkeep was the first civilized human settlement on the Moonsea. Its large citadel brought prosperity, order, and, trade to the area and became a starting point for human exploration of northern lands. Unfortunately, the evil humanoids of the north shore saw Northkeep as a threat to the control of the area and in 400DR they amassed a large army and fleet to sack the city. When their attack was over, a large number of humanoid priests and shamans called out dark prayers to their gods and the gods responded by splitting the earth and causing the ruins of Northkeep to slide into the sea along with the priests themselves who dared to call on them. The bells of the highest tower of the city still ring when the sea current moves them and high tide arrives. They are so loud as to be heard as far away as Hillsfar. The place is now called The Bell in the Depths and sailors believe the place is haunted...
Welcome to The Bell in the Depths - a 3.5d&d adventure set in the Moonsea area of the Forgotten Realms. You do not need to have a ton of experience with the Forgotten Realms, but having the standard campaign guide is a help. Here is what to look for from this adventure:
Starting level = 7th
Alignment = No NE or CE
Post rate = Every other day or every day. As usual, if you are going to be away for a length of time please let everyone know in advance
Deities = please use the Forgotten Realms pantheon
Character Creation = 32 point buy system
Hit Points = MAX at first level then ˝ HD + 1
About = the adventure is a mix of combat, in depth role-play, and puzzle/mystery solving
Starting gold = 19,000 gp - spend it any way you see fit Please note all magic items on your character sheet with description and source book it is from
Sources = All core and "Complete" series books. Forgotten Realms campaign guide and Forgotten Realms books are all fine. Tome of Battle and Unearthed Arcana are fine. Basically, no home brew, and no sources not mentioned above. If you are not sure, just ask. If you have a specific character idea that would fit well but uses other sources, just ask me.
Your background = you begin the adventure in the town of Hillsfar. You can be from the Moonsea region or from anywhere in Faerun, possibly having traveled here on your adventures. To really make the adventure have that “Forgotten Realms” feel – try to read a bit about Hillsfar before creating your character. You do not need to go into great detail when creating your background. Two or three paragraphs would be plenty but get as detailed as you would like if that makes it fun. It should describe your activities in and around Hillsfar up to this point. You are also somehow involved with a group known as the Red Plumes. This organization is a group of warriors in Hillsfar that started as a mercenary organization and is now at 5,000 members strong. You do not have to be a member, you may have simply dealt with them in some way, know someone in the group, have information about them, etc. They are categorized by a signature long red feather worn in the helmet or hair - shown openly as a symbol of support for Hillsfar's ruler - Maalthiir, First Lord of Hillsfar. Maalthiir is a ruthlessly independent merchant/mage (human) and is a shrewd businessman.
You begin = The adventure begins with the four of you having received a very interesting letter from a woman by the name of Tola Vrass. She introduces herself as head of the Red Wizard enclave that has recently been established in Hillsfar (only the second such enclave that the Red Wizards have established, the first being in Melvaunt, another Moonsea location). The letter goes on to say that your recent exploits and skills have been noticed (whether you knew it or not) and that you are one of four people being chosen for a personal meeting with Tola Vrass in person - a great honor! The adventure begins with the four of you having accepted the invitation and on the way (individually) to the Red Wizard enclave in Hillsfar for a dinner and meeting with Tola Vrass. The adventure will begin at that point.
Finally = Have fun! Ultimately, that is what it is all about! I am sure I probably forgot something, I will try to answer as quickly as I can if you post the question.
