Session Report 1: The Concealed Abbey of the Dragonfly Horde

Date: 8-1-23

Game Master: Matt Barninger

Players:

Braden Barninger – Tucker Tucks, Halfling Thief

Ben Barninger – Oxton, Elf Fighter

Skyler Baillargeon – Drago, Half-Orc Fighter

Hireling – Fenwick Hobbs, Halfling Fighter

Synopsis:

An old man stumbled into the village followed by four attacking Croak-Men. The group quickly dispatched three and questioned the final Croak-Man. After some convincing the group discovered the location of the Abbey.

The party of four brave adventurers embarked on a perilous quest to uncover the secrets hidden within the Concealed Abbey of the Dragonfly Horde. Rumors spoke of an ancient cult that worshiped a powerful dragon deity and had been causing chaos and destruction in the region. The group was determined to put an end to their malevolent schemes and bring peace back to the land.

Adventure Highlights:

Entering the Concealed Abbey: The party traveled through treacherous terrain following a series of cryptic clues that led them to the entrance of the hidden abbey. Camouflaged sixty feet down below them, below the vegetation, the vile vines, and the rocks, sat an stone opening. Two of the party successfully navigated an old set of slippery steps. The thief and the half Orc elected to grapple down. The group was confronted with a locked ancient wrought iron gate. The thief easily popped the lock.

Searching the Abbey: Inside the abbey, the adventurers encountered a series of four main rooms fraught with traps designed to protect its secrets. They used their wits, teamwork, and individual strengths to navigate the path ahead.

Uncovering Cultist Activities: As the party ventured deeper into the abbey, they discovered evidence of the dragon cult’s dark rituals and nefarious plans. They next entered a room with a giant pool in the center. Deftly, the group got the jump on two croak-Men floating beneath the pool’s murky surface. The Elf struck first, his spear dashed into the water. Exploding as it passed through the first Croak-Man’s head. The second one attempted to escape away but lost his life when cornered. Ancient scriptures and ritualistic artifacts hinted at the imminent summoning of a powerful dragonfly avatar, a being of immense power capable of wreaking havoc on the world.

Confronting the Dragonfly Avatar: At the heart of the abbey, the players faced the formidable Dragonfly Avatar, a terrifying fusion of dragon essence, cultists, and dark magic. The battle was fierce and demanded everything the adventurers had learned on their journey. Each player utilized their unique abilities and spells to whittle down the avatar’s defenses.

Battling the Cultists: During the fight with the Dragonfly Avatar, waves of cultists swarmed around the players, intent on protecting their unholy creation. The party coordinated their efforts and dealt with the cultists while keeping their focus on the main threat.

Victory and Restoring Balance: After a harrowing battle, the players emerged victorious, defeating the Dragonfly Avatar and dispersing the cultists. The evil influence that had plagued the region was vanquished, and the land began to heal. The abbey, no longer concealed, was now safe for travelers to explore.

Conclusion:

The group successfully thwarted the plans of the Dragonfly cultists and brought an end to their malevolent machinations. Through teamwork, courage, and cunning, they navigated the Concealed Abbey and faced the formidable Dragonfly Avatar, prevailing against all odds. The land was now free from the cult’s sinister grip, and the party’s names would be etched into history as the heroes who saved the region from impending doom. Their bond strengthened through the adventure, and they looked forward to their next quest, knowing that whatever the future held, they would face it together.