Infiltrating the Dragon’s Pyramid

Quick Recap

The party discovered they had traveled through time to a ruined city where a black dragon had taken control. They met a Minotaur priestess who asked for help repairing the city’s labyrinth and recovering the Light of Reason. The group infiltrated the dragon’s pyramid posing as treasure hunters, demonstrating their skills to gain entry, and prepared to join a kobold expedition into the maze while secretly planning to free imprisoned Minotaurs and find the Light of Reason.

Next Steps

  • Frankie: Lead the group in approaching the kobolds and dragon as treasure hunters
  • Splinter: Use sleight of hand to demonstrate skills to the kobolds
  • Gore: Demonstrate strength by lifting a kobold
  • Party: Join the kobolds’ next expedition into the maze in about an hour
  • Party: Look for opportunities to free the imprisoned Minotaurs
  • Party: Search for the Light of Reason within the maze
  • Party: Attempt to heal the heart of the maze using the Light of Reason if found

Summary

Exploring Ruined City and Dragon Creature

The group discussed their current location and the possibility of being in a different time period. They noticed a ruined city and decided to investigate further. They discovered a statue of a Minotaur and various engravings of sacred animals. They also heard screams and saw a black, dragon-like creature with humanoids hanging out of its mouth flying towards a pyramid. The group decided to follow the creature to the pyramid, which they believed was the center of the city. They also discussed their mission to find the “light of reason,” which they believed was lost in the fall of Roshgazi. The group decided to proceed with caution, trying to stay out of sight of any potential threats.

Kobolds, Minotaurs, and Dragon’s Labyrinth

The team discussed their stealthy approach to a group of kobolds and their potential interactions with them. They considered the possibility of the kobolds being allies of a dragon and decided to avoid them. The team then encountered a group of minotaurs, including a priestess named Arus Okheb, who revealed that the city had fallen on dark times due to the return of a dragon and the destruction of the city’s labyrinth. The priestess asked for help in repairing the labyrinth, which the team agreed to assist with. The team also discussed their past experiences with dragons and the potential dangers of their mission.

Finding the Pathway to the Maze

The priestess explains that to find the pathway to the heart of the maze, which contains the light of reason they seek, they need to locate at least four symbols scattered throughout the maze. These symbols reveal the entrance to the maze’s center, which changes daily as a protective enigma created by the maze masters. Around 80-100 kobolds working for a powerful black dragon are also searching for these symbols. The priestess offers to guide them on how to start their quest for the symbols, but they must visit the right locations themselves to acquire them.

Mission to Free Captive City

The group discussed a mission to free a city’s people held captive by a dragon and its minions. The dragon, a gourmand, was searching for the heart of the maze, which could potentially control the maze and destroy it. The group decided to split up to find the necessary symbols to enter the maze, with each member going to a different location in the city. They also planned to rescue the captives first, as it would be easier to protect them from the dragon’s wrath. The group then decided to find an abandoned building closer to the city wall for a long rest before embarking on their mission.

Infiltrating the Pyramid to Rescue

Frankie, Gore, Splinter, Vyth, Halvor, and Rock discussed their plan to infiltrate a pyramid to rescue prisoners. They decided to pose as treasure hunters and approached the entrance, where they encountered a group of kobolds guarding the door. Frankie attempted to bluff the kobolds, but they remained unimpressed. A runner kobold then appeared and led them into the pyramid. As they entered, they heard a dragon’s voice and saw a black dragon on a dais, surrounded by treasure and a chain of hooked minotaurs. The group decided to proceed cautiously, aware of the potential dangers within the pyramid.

Demonstrating Treasure Hunting Skills

The dragon was not entirely convinced by their abilities, so they decided to demonstrate their skills. Splinter showcased his sleight of hand, lifting a dagger from the DM’s waistband. Halvor attempted to break a chain holding prisoners, but was unsuccessful. Gore then demonstrated his strength by lifting a weaker kobold and throwing it at the dragon’s dais. Finally, Halvor showcased his agility by spinning a rock on his finger and performing a martial arts routine. Impressed by their skills, the dragon invited them to join their next expedition in about an hour.

Next Steps

  • Frankie to lead the group in approaching the kobolds and dragon as treasure hunters
  • Splinter to use sleight of hand to demonstrate skills to the kobolds
  • Gore to demonstrate strength by lifting a kobold
  • Party to join the kobolds’ next expedition into the maze in about an hour
  • Party to look for opportunities to free the imprisoned Minotaurs
  • Party to search for the Light of Reason within the maze
  • Party to attempt to heal the heart of the maze using the Light of Reason if found
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