Caves of Chaos

Written by Chrundle_the_Great

Description

The Caves of Chaos are a largely unexplored and convoluted system. The various factions within have their own reasons for being there, but all agree that the caves are likely to harbor ancient secrets and forgotten evils.

Inhabitants

The caves are teeming with adventurers and dangerous monsters alike.

Factions

The following factions are currently operating in the caves:

• GorGo's Chiefdom
• Kapital
• The Horned Society

The following factions were formerly operating in the caves:

• The Poisoned Cup
• The Zealot's Cult

Notable Inhabitants

• Chief Apu, the leader of kobolds aspiring to found a kingdom.
• Elserelai, a gold wyrmling with the beginnings of his hoard.
• Raxi, the leader of the xvarts.
• Walgur, a powerful wight and follower of Iuz.

Flora & Fauna

The creatures that favor the caves thrive in darkness. Larger insects and arachnids are common, but most dangerous of all are the undead and demonic creatures found in and around the Chapel of Evil.
Others (guard drakes, osquips, etc.) are domesticated by the factions within the caves.

Locations

The factions in the caves control different strongholds and tunnel networks. The unclaimed territories are varied and range from hidden temples to abandoned mineshafts.

History

When first arriving in the Keep on the Borderlands, the founders of Kapital were given a special task by the castellan Korigir: to investigate the Caves of Chaos and "an unknown mage who had uncovered something ancient and powerful within."
The Monster of the Maze terrorized the caves, often being left sacrifices to appease his hunger. He was ultimately killed by Kapital in his lair.
When the Poisoned Cup seized control of the keep, Kapital escaped to the Caves of Chaos and allied themselves with factions led by the philosopher-priest Draz and the centurion Maximus.
Using treasures plundered from the Chapel of Evil, the guild coordinated with these allies, Chief Apu, and the Horned Society to drive out the forces led by Sadai and the Zealot. Afterward, the territories of the caves were renegotiated.

Type

Cave System

Included Locations

• Chapel of Evil
• Temple of Spiderflesh

Inhabiting Species

• Akanka
• Cave Fisher
• Crypt Spider
• Ghoul
• Giant Cave Cricket
• Guard Drake
• Marilith
• Nichny
• Osquip
• Vetala