Setup

In the Whispering Woods, a crumbling stone tower looms, its entrance sealed by an ancient rune-covered gate that breathes cold violet light. The air is heavy with the scent of damp earth and decay, and the group approaches with caution. Jeane, a powerful cleric, stands at the forefront, her wings subtly extended beneath her cloak, while Halie, a devoted cleric, readies her holy symbol and mace.

Merrin, a skilled rogue, examines the runes on the gate, her face pale in the violet light, and Varrika, a battle-hardened fighter, watches their flanks for any signs of danger. As they prepare to face the dark magic within, the group is met with an unexpected challenge: a hidden pressure plate releases a shockwave of violet energy that knocks them back, sending Merrin scrambling to her feet.