Spirit of Mondstille
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To ease the long¸ harsh days of a relentless winter¸ folk living in remote¸ mountainous wild areas seek comfort and joy in the celebration of ancient traditions and the worship of their gods. Often gathering with family and friends¸ Mondstille is still an important occasion¸ providing necessary respite from the harsh conditions raging outside.
While the days are short and the dark nights seem interminable¸ midwinter is an important point in any calendar¸ especially for those remembering their legends and traditions. Ulric holds dominion over winter¸ but Taal is remembered as the wild takes on an aspect of greater savagery in the cold months¸ and Rhya is beseeched¸ to return vigour and vitality to the world.
In the remote mining town of Kupfertal¸ the Lurchen family are willing to extend their hospitality to those who would otherwise suffer in the harsh¸ bleak and biting winter cold. Roving Goblins threaten those who stray too far from the warmth of their Taal Logs. Feasts¸ blessings and games warm the hearts of the Lurchens¸ but despite the Mondstille cheer¸ old ghosts of feast days' past make a timely appearance and skeletons come out of the closet. So light up a candle¸ ignore the voices down the corridor¸ and make sure you don't let the fire go out!
Originally published online as 'The Ghost of Mondstille'¸ this scenario by Clive Oldfield is the perfect bleak midwinter's tale with which to challenge your gaming group this December.
- An investigation into mysterious goings on at the Kupfertal Guesthouse¸ a detailed location with accompanying map.
- Details of a number of entertaining Mondstille traditions common to the Reikland.
- How to play charades with rustic Reiklanders.
The scenario is set above the mining town of Hugeldal¸ close to the city of Ubersreik¸ where a number of our published scenarios are set. With a little bit of creative work and a festive dash of imagination¸ it could take place in any mountainous area of the Old World.