Session A07 — Investigation and Artifacts
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Session Info
| Arc | A — Phandalin |
| Session | A07 |
| Real Date | 2024-01-20 |
| In-Game Date | Marpenoth 15, 1507 DR |
| Location | Phandalin |
Summary
The party gathers information about threats to Phandalin, including mysterious undead activity near Old Owl Well, orc movements, and rumors of magical threats in the region.
Key Events
- Investigated rumors of undead near Old Owl Well
- Learned of orc activity to the southeast (later confirmed to be Wyvern Tor)
- Found information about alchemical materials and explosives
- Hamun Kost, a red wizard, is excavating the Old Owl Well ruins
- Encountered and made a deal with Hamun Kost: 50gp per party member to explore the underground compound
- Found dangerous mushrooms (Black Cap mushrooms) on the road
- Met an assassin using drow weapons—suggested connection to Jarlaxle Baenre
NPCs Encountered
| NPC | Role | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Hamun Kost | Red Wizard | Hiring the party to explore Old Owl Well ruins; claims to be retiring from Thay |
| Jarlaxle Baenre | Mysterious Threat | Implied connection through drow assassin weapons |
| Rydoth (referenced) | Druid | Can provide alchemical materials |
Loot / Discoveries
- Black Cap Mushrooms (dangerous, DC 20 Herbalism check to harvest)
- Information on magical shops in Neverwinter
- References to powerful magical items: Mirror of True Reflection
Party Notes
- The party is expanding their operations beyond Phandalin
- Hamun Kost's contract offers steady income and exploration opportunities
- The presence of drow weapons suggests larger threats
Threads Opened / Advanced
- Old Owl Well: Potentially a source of Netherese magical items
- Orc Threat: Identified movements toward Wyvern Tor
- Jarlaxle Connection: Drow ties to the region's troubles