Whispers of the Ebon Manor

A foreboding mansion in Joantain's Bridge, known as Ebon Manor, has stood silent for decades. Whispered tales of ghostly apparitions and unexplained phenomena have kept locals at bay. Now, a mysterious letter arrives at the players' doorstep, beckoning them to investigate the haunted estate. As they unravel the dark secrets within Ebon Manor, they discover a malevolent force threatening to spill into Havenport, and they must put the spirits to rest before it's too late.

Structure

Exposition

Eerie Manifestations:
The mansion is plagued by supernatural occurrences – flickering lights, spectral whispers, and moving shadows. Players must navigate these manifestations while discerning their true nature.

Conflict

Ghosts of Ebon Manor:
Encounter the restless spirits of the Ebon family, each with their own tragic story. To free the spirits and unravel the mansion's secrets, players must interact with these apparitions and help them find closure.   Cursed Artefacts:
Ebon Manor holds cursed artefacts that amplify the malevolent force. Players must locate these items and decide whether to destroy them or harness their power for a greater purpose.

Climax

Malevolent Force Unleashed:
As the players delve deeper, the malevolent force becomes more aggressive. Confrontations with possessed objects, animated shadows, and ethereal entities become increasingly perilous.

Resolution

Revelations:
The true nature of Ebon Manor's haunting is revealed as players piece together the tragic events that befell the Ebon family. A malevolent entity, seeking revenge for a perceived betrayal, has anchored itself to the mansion. To free the spirits and cleanse the estate, players must confront this entity and choose whether to quell its anger through diplomacy or face a climactic battle to banish it from the mortal realm. The resolution will determine whether Ebon Manor becomes a place of peace or remains shrouded in eternal darkness.

Components

Hooks

The Mysterious Letter:
Each player receives a letter bearing the wax seal of Ebon Manor, inviting them to explore the mansion. The letter hints at an unsolved mystery that has lingered within the mansion's walls for generations.   Curse of the Ebon Family:
The Ebon family, once esteemed in Havenport, fell victim to a curse that turned their mansion into a haunted nightmare. The players are tasked with breaking the curse to bring peace to the spirits trapped within.   Malevolent Force Awakening:
A dark force within Ebon Manor begins to stir, threatening to extend its influence beyond the mansion's confines. The players must uncover the source of this malevolence and put an end to it before it wreaks havoc on Havenport.

Cruel Tricks

Secret Passages and Hidden Chambers:
Ebon Manor is riddled with secret passages and hidden chambers, each unveiling a piece of the dark history. Players must explore the mansion's depths to uncover the truth.


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