For such a great magic item drop, such a tough adventure to go through.
I've both DMed and played this adventure, in this order, and found that neither group "got it" and understood what was going on.
My first group almost died trying to take on the group of mercenaries (1 managed to save the target and escape with him, 2 fled, 2 got captured), thus ending the adventure in relative success.
My second group had to be coaxed into discussing with the leader to get the story moving.
Still, it was fun to DM but should be played only with groups looking for investigations, plots and conspiracies. These groups will LOVE this adventure.
Rating: [3 of 5 Stars!] |