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Beowulf’s Deceit – February 2025

Published: February 2025
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The kingdom of Heorot is on the brink of destruction as Beowulf’s celebrated heroism is called into question. Grendel's Mother, also known as Mor, rises from the Forbidden Forest, seeking vengeance for her son and balance for her people. The PCs must navigate a web of lies and determine the fate of Heorot in a clash between humanity and the forces of the wild.

Locations

Heorot: The grand mead hall of King Hrothgar, now a symbol of human pride and the source of discord with the Forbidden Forest.
Town Square: The bustling heart of Heorot’s surrounding village, filled with merchants, gossip, and occasional tension between humans and outsiders.
Forbidden Forest: A dark, sprawling woodland teeming with dangerous creatures and magical forces, home to Grendel's Mother and her allies.
Grendel Mother’s Cave: A hidden cave serving as both sanctuary and stronghold for Grendel's Mother.
Dragon’s Lair: A fiery cavern guarded by a formidable dragon, housing ancient treasures, secrets, and the golden chalice.
Brun’s Forge: The workshop of an orc smith on the edge of the Forbidden Forest, where legendary weapons are crafted despite tensions with humans.

Characters

Beowulf: A hero of renown hiding the truth of his past.
Grendel's Mother (Mor): An ancient monster demanding justice for her slain son and residents of the Forbidden Forest.
Wiglaf: Beowulf’s loyal knight, torn between duty and truth.
Arith: A drow warlock who knows Beowulf's secret and seeks to aid Grendel's Mother.
Brun: An orc smith capable of crafting legendary weapons.

Factions

Heorot: The human settlement led by King Hrothgar, loyal to Beowulf, and driven by a desire to preserve their way of life.
Grendel's Mother’s Allies: A coalition of marsh creatures, non-human outcasts, and sympathizers who seek vengeance and balance against human encroachment.

Creatures

Corrupt Soldier, Heavy (CR 1/2)
Corrupt Soldier, Light (CR 1/4)
Dragon (CR 15)
Grendel (CR 13)
Grendel, Lesser (CR 5)
Grendel’s Mother (CR 12)
Shambling Mound (CR 5)
Water Hag (CR 2)
Wraith (CR 1)
Wraith Convergence (CR 7)
Wyrm (CR 10)

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