The Verdant Veil
Location Type Secret Garden Sanctuary
A rumor whispers that the garden’s tranquility conceals a terrible secret that could unravel everything.
Faces
- Lilith, the Keeper of Secrets — a serene witch with a hidden agenda
- The Silent Gardener — an enigmatic figure who tends the plants and knows more than they reveal
Issues
- The truth beneath the surface threatens to surface at any moment
- An outsider is discovering the garden’s secrets
- The garden’s illusions are beginning to falter, risking exposure
Situation Aspects
- Lush and tranquil at first glance
- Hidden beneath a canopy of ancient trees
- Guarded by illusion and whispers
Zones
Center of Serenity.
A rose-covered pavilion radiating calm, hiding the secret beneath.
Shadowed Grove.
A dense thicket where shadows twist and unnatural whispers arise.
Hidden Alcove.
An ancient stone altar, the source of the garden’s mystery.
Description
A seemingly idyllic garden tucked away from the world, where vibrant blooms conceal the darkness beneath. Its peaceful facade masks a terrible truth threatening to emerge.
Hook
A rumor whispers that the garden’s tranquility conceals a terrible secret that could unravel everything.
GM Notes
- Use environment to create an eerie, deceptively peaceful atmosphere
- Leverage the illusions to challenge characters' perceptions
- Reveal glimpses of the truth progressively to build tension