The Tower of Vessenia
Story Hook
As battle-hardened soldiers stationed in a remote garrison, you’ve grown accustomed to the isolation of your post. But when the Dominion of Zur launches an unexpected invasion and seizes the town of Vessenia, you receive a critical mission: infiltrate the occupied town and extract a high-value target — someone whose fate could tip the balance of power.
Time is against you. The Dominion tightens its grip, and every wasted moment strengthens its hold. Stealth, strategy, and swift action will decide not only the success of your mission but the future of your land itself.
Overview
- D&D 5e 2024
- 1 session (beat the clock)
- 5
- Homebrew
- 50% Roleplay, 50% Combat
- Stealth, Infiltration, Rescue
- Mature themes, violence towards innocents.
Scheduling
- 7:15 PM EST, pick a day between Monday to Thursday, 10-13th March 2025.
- A single session, up to 6 hours.
About this adventure
I created this one-shot to introduce a few friends to D&D. It was such a blast that I want to share it with more players! This adventure is designed for groups with mixed levels of experience, so that both newcomers and seasoned adventurers find it engaging. I tried to keep it as open-ended as possible, offering plenty of opportunities for creativity and player choice. It features a balanced mix of combat and roleplay, with a few intriguing social interactions along the way. The entire session is designed to be completed within six hours, adding an extra layer of urgency and excitement.
Character Creation
When creating a character for this adventure, please follow these guidelines:
- Your character is a soldier in the army of the Emperor. For the past 3 years, they have been stationed in a remote garrison at the edge of the Empire, protecting the land from incursions from the wild.
- Every background story must include a notable deed of heroism, or another event that would make the character well known among other soldiers, and to be considered for a high-stakes mission.
- Please use the 2024 character creation rules. If you want to create a custom background, please discuss with me first.
- In addition to regular starting gear, select two items of Uncommon rarity or less, as well as a Potion of Greater Healing.
Pre-made Characters
If you’re new to D&D, feel free to explore the pre-made characters below. They were crafted specifically for this adventure and can either be played as-is or used as inspiration for your own creation.
- Life Domain Cleric: Thrain Hearthkeeper
- Assassin Rogue: Aurelia Thalore
- Aberrant Mind Sorcerer: Kob Elenti
- Battle Master Fighter: Tristan Varn
- Circle of the Moon Druid: Orros Enimorn
- Path of Vengeance Paladin: Drakkar Flameborn
- Diviner Wizard: Mei Avantes
- Path of the World Tree Barbarian: Onurima of Voord
- College of Dance Bard: Calon Denvier
