Session A06 — Cleansing the Manor
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Session Info
| Arc | A — Phandalin |
| Session | A06 |
| Real Date | 2024-01-20 |
| In-Game Date | Marpenoth 15, 1507 DR |
| Location | Phandalin - Tresendar Manor |
Summary
The party continues their investigation of Tresendar Manor, securing information from the dwarven miners about the location of Kragmaw Castle. They uncover more about the Black Spider's operations and the mysterious map to Wave Echo Cave that Gunndren was carrying.
Key Events
- Learned that Sildar Hallwinter was captured alongside Gunndren
- The Black Spider ordered Gunndren to be taken
- Klarg sent the map and Gunndren to the Black Spider
- Recovered Lenine Greywind's magically-secured cargo from Kragmaw Castle
- Kelvin rescued the wolf Arctis during the expedition
- Sildar promised payment of 50gp each and negotiations with Granny Greywind for increased compensation
NPCs Encountered
| NPC | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Sildar Hallwinter | Rescued Constable | Captured by goblins; employed by the Lords' Alliance |
| Klarg | Goblin Chief | Served the Black Spider; sent Gunndren north |
| Nezznar | Primary Antagonist | Drow orchestrating kidnappings and operations |
| Lenine Greywind | Lionshield Owner | Recovered her secured cargo |
Loot / Discoveries
- Kragmaw Castle location confirmed
- Information about the Black Spider's broader operations
- Arctis (wolf) befriended and rescued
- Magical intelligence on the kidnappings and their purpose
Party Notes
- The party is learning of larger threats beyond the goblins
- Sildar becomes an important contact and source of payment
- The party's reputation grows in Phandalin
Threads Opened / Advanced
- Wave Echo Cave: Gunndren was taken to locate it; the Black Spider seeks it
- The Black Spider: A drow orchestrating operations from Kragmaw Castle
- Kragmaw Castle: Home to goblin forces and drow agents