Lost City of Zanaris - D&D 5e Adventure Module

Title: 'The Lost City of Zanaris'

Introduction: The players are hired by a wealthy merchant to explore the ruins of an ancient city called Zanaris. The city was said to be full of treasures, but it was lost for centuries. The only clue to its location is a map that the merchant obtained from a mysterious traveler. The players must navigate through dangerous terrain, fight off monsters, and solve puzzles to uncover the secrets of Zanaris.

Encounters:

1. The players encounter a group of goblins who are guarding a narrow path through the mountains. The goblins demand a toll, but the players can either pay the toll or fight the goblins.

2. The players come across a river that they must cross. The river is infested with giant crocodiles that attack anyone who tries to cross. The players must find a way to distract the crocodiles or find a safer crossing.

3. The players enter a cave system that is home to a tribe of kobolds. The kobolds are hostile and attack the players on sight. The players must either fight the kobolds or find a way to negotiate with them.

4. The players enter the ruins of Zanaris and must explore its many chambers and corridors. The ruins are full of traps and puzzles that the players must solve to progress.

5. The players encounter a group of undead guardians who are protecting a hidden treasure. The guardians are powerful and cannot be defeated in combat. The players must find a way to bypass or destroy the guardians to obtain the treasure.

6. The players discover a hidden chamber that contains a powerful artifact. However, the chamber is guarded by a powerful dragon who demands a tribute before allowing the players to take the artifact.

Conclusion: After navigating through the dangerous terrain, fighting off monsters, and solving puzzles, the players finally uncover the secrets of Zanaris. They obtain the treasure they were hired to find and discover the true fate of the lost city. However, the players must also face the consequences of their actions as they have disturbed the slumber of powerful guardians and awakened ancient evils that were better left undisturbed.