Obsidian Flask

Session 129 The Obsidian Flask (← links | edit)
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Obsidian Flask (Exterior)

Notes:

* The building's deceptive appearance is a deliberate magical effect, meant to discourage casual scrutiny.

The combination of Ebony and Ironwood makes the building exceptionally sturdy and resistant to damage.
A DC 14 Arcana check reveals faint magical runes etched into the wood, likely defensive wards.

Main Building

Grand Foyer

Notes:

* The small door under the staircase leads to a magically warded storage room (locked, DC 16 to pick). Inside are spare magical components and a few old, enchanted maps (mostly outdated).

The bulletin board contains notices about upcoming auctions and guild events.
The double doors lead to the guild's cantina/common room, a lively space with several guild members relaxing.
An apprentice at the desk is named Theron. He can provide basic information about the guild and its activities. DC 14 Charisma check to get more detailed information.
The display case contains valuable magical trinkets (worth 75gp each if stolen). DC 20 to pick the lock.
A faint humming sound is coming from a magical workshop behind a hidden door (DC 18 Perception check to find) near the base of the staircase.
The draft from the double doors indicates that the cantina is magically ventilated.
An alcove contains a hidden compartment (DC 16 Perception check) with a small, enchanted silver locket.

Exterior Locations

Courtyard

Notes:

* The garden contains rare magical herbs used in potions and rituals.

The fountain's water is magically purified and can heal minor wounds (1d4 HP).
A hidden passage beneath the fountain leads to the warehouse (DC 18 Perception to find).

Stables

Notes:

* The stables house magically enhanced horses capable of greater speed and endurance.

Several stalls are empty, suggesting the guild uses magical beasts for various purposes.
A hidden compartment in a feed trough contains a small pouch of magical animal feed (DC 14 Perception).

Exterior Kitchen

Notes:

* The cooks use magical ingredients and techniques to enhance the flavor and nutritional value of their dishes.

A hidden compartment in the hearth contains a small, enchanted spice grinder (DC 16 Perception).
The kitchen staff may have information about guild activities or visiting patrons.

Warehouse

Notes:

* The warehouse contains supplies for the guild, including magical components, rare artifacts, and mundane goods.

A hidden passage leads from the warehouse to the courtyard (DC 18 Perception to find).
Several crates are magically sealed and require a passphrase or magical key to open (DC 20 Arcana to attempt to bypass).

Interior Locations

Auction House

Notes:

* **Magical Wards:** Anti-teleportation and anti-gating wards are in place. DC 18 Arcana to detect, DC 22 to attempt to bypass.

**Auctioneer:** A tall, slender elf named Lyra Silverwhisper presides over the auction. She speaks with a melodious voice, her eyes sparkling with shrewd intelligence. She wears elegant robes embroidered with silver thread and carries a small, enchanted gavel.
**Patrons:**

* A gruff-looking dwarf, his beard braided with silver rings, sits near the front, clutching a bulging coin purse. * A veiled woman in dark robes observes the items intently, occasionally making notes in a small, leather-bound journal. * A nervous-looking human man fidgets in his seat, his eyes darting around the room.

**Items for Sale:** (DM to determine based on campaign)

* A glowing orb that whispers prophecies. * A ring that grants resistance to fire. * A staff that can control the elements.

Great Stairway

Notes:

* The staircase leads to the upper floors of the guild, likely containing private chambers, libraries, or meeting rooms.

The carvings may offer clues to guild history or hidden lore (DC 14 Investigation check).
The magical energy may be a protective ward or a means of enhancing magical studies.

Guild Hall

Main Guild Hall

Notes:

* The tables contain various research materials and magical components.

The dais is likely used for important guild ceremonies or powerful spellcasting.
Several guild members are present, including researchers, scribes, and mages.
A hidden compartment under one of the tables contains a partially completed spell scroll (DC 16 Perception check).
A magical sensor near the dais detects unauthorized magical activity (DC 18 Arcana check to detect).

Cantina Room

Notes:

* The bar is a central point of activity, with gnomes serving drinks.

The alcoves offer privacy for meetings.
Turgen Voxhall's private alcove has a hidden door.

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The gnomes are magically bound to serve here.
The bar itself may contain hidden magical properties.

Turgens Alcove

Notes:

* The curtain provides privacy.

The hidden door leads to Turgen's private chambers or a secret exit.
The Dimension Door Locations table suggests Turgen has access to teleportation magic.

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