A complete D&D 5e random encounter table for forest scenes. Roll a d100 to pick a set, then roll a D4 to pick a scenario within that set — 400 unique D&D encounter scenarios in total. Every scenario is system-neutral and runs on either the 2014 Player's Handbook or the 2024 D&D revision. Pair each scenario with a stat block from our D&D monsters catalogue and you have a session-ready encounter in under a minute.
How to roll this table
When the party enters a forest, roll a d100.
The d100 result picks one of 100 scenario sets below.
Then roll a D4 to pick one of 4 scenarios inside that set.
Read the scenario to your players and run the scene. Add a monster stat block if combat starts.
The D4 Forest encounter table
d100 = 1
D4=1:Manticores are hunting. A group of 3 manticores attacks the party.
D4=2:Bullywugs A group of bullywugs have set up a small camp in the forest near a small pond. They are currently sitting around their campfire, laughing at each other's jokes and drinking mostly water with a little bit of wine mixed in to celebrate their latest successful raid on a nearby village's food stores.
D4=3:The party comes across a small village that is under siege by a group of hill giants and their giant wolves.
D4=4:A group of 2d4 humans are hunting for food. They are led by a paladin who is looking for a lost temple which is said to be filled with food.
d100 = 2
D4=1:While resting in the forest, players are approached by a group of friendly wererabbits who invite them to a dance party to celebrate the full moon. However, the wererabbits' rivals, a clan of werewolves, are determined to ruin the party. Players must protect the wererabbits while they enjoy their celebration.
D4=2:A mystical stag appears, guiding the players through dense underbrush to a hidden elven ruin with ancient and forgotten lore.
D4=3:The players are ambushed by a group of 2d6+3 bandits. The bandits demand that the players give them all of their money. If the players refuse, the bandits will fight them.
D4=4:. If successful, the party can sell it for 500 gp.
d100 = 3
D4=1:The party finds the remains of a traveling merchant caravan, goods scattered and bodies mutilated. A lone survivor, hiding and trembling, warns them of a malevolent entity that only attacks at night.
D4=2:You come across a small stream. If the party follows the stream, they will reach a cave. In the cave, there is a dragon that is sleeping on top of a pile of gold coins worth 4,000 gold pieces. The dragon will not attack if it is not attacked.
D4=3:A fortune teller is sitting under a tree. She tells the players that they will have bad luck for a week. They will get lost in the forest and fight goblins for a week.
D4=4:A group of 2d4 soldiers are marching down the road. They are singing about how much they hate war. They are on their way to a nearby village where they will be treated like heroes. They will gladly tell their story to anyone who stops to listen.
d100 = 4
D4=1:A group of 2d8 Hobgoblins are searching for the party. These hobgoblins are searching for an artifact that was stolen from them by a group of adventurers who they want to kill to recover their artifact. The hobgoblins will ask anyone they find if they know anything about where the artifact could be found. If the party says that they have the artifact and offer to return it in exchange for a large amount of gold, the hobgoblins will reward them with the gold and leave them alone. If the party refuses to return the artifact or tries to fight the hobgoblins, they are in for a fight. They will be able to obtain the artifact from the hobgoblins if they defeat them, but the artifact is cursed and will cause the party to die if they ever use it.
D4=2:Morel Mushrooms?
D4=3:A traveling merchant is walking down the road. He is carrying his wares on a donkey. He is on his way to a nearby village. He will talk to anyone who stops.
D4=4:A group of 1d4+1 humans from a nearby village are trying to kill a band of 2d6 orcs who have been attacking their village.
d100 = 5
D4=1:The party hears a man yell out in pain. The party sees a man rolling around on the ground, holding his leg. He has been bitten by a snake.
D4=2:A pack of 2d6 werewolves are chasing after a group of 3d6 sheep which are being herded by a group of 2d6 farmers who are armed with pitchforks and spears.
D4=3:A group of 2d6 men in chainmail are riding through the woods on horses. They are riding from place to place making sure no one is trespassing in the woods. If a player approaches, they will demand to know where the players are going. If the players do not answer, they will attack.
D4=4:A human ranger is on the run from a group of rogue elves. He is running through the forest, dodging trees and branches. The rogue elves are gaining on him.
d100 = 6
D4=1:A family of 3d4 humanoids is having a picnic by a creek. If the party attacks them or tries to steal from them, they will attack the party. If the party tries to trick them or kidnap one of them for ransom, they will attack the party. The family is bringing their dead son/daughter to rest on the other side of the creek. If the party helps them bury their dead, they will reward the party with magic weapons and other magic items.
D4=2:As the party travels through a narrow path in the forest, they come across a group of treants who are mourning over a fallen comrade. The treants ask the party for help in avenging their fallen brother who was killed by a group of lumberjacks.
D4=3:A tiny flying piglet named Porky thinks he’s a dragon and asks the adventurers to help him “breathe fire.” They create a makeshift magic show that ends up being adorable and entertaining.
D4=4:Lava lizards (1d
d100 = 7
D4=1:A group of 2d6+2 humans are hunting deer in the forest.
D4=2:A group of 1d4+3 orcs attack!
D4=3:A group of 2d6 hunters are hunting in the forest. They are hunting for food for their village.
D4=4:The sound of a battle can be heard. When the players approach, they will find a human fighting a giant spider. The human will thank the players for saving his life. His name is Ermold, and he is a merchant. He was attacked by the spider, and almost died from the poison it injected into him.
d100 = 8
D4=1:An overly dramatic crow insists the forest hides a great treasure. He provides a “treasure map” that leads to a buried chest containing hilarious items like a rubber sword and a cap that says "WORLD'S BEST ADVENTURER."
D4=2:A chatty owl named Hootster offers riddles in exchange for shiny objects. Solving his riddles leads to acquiring his special owl feather quill as a prize.
D4=3:The players stumble across a group of 2d4 soldiers who are trying to find the location of an enemy camp.
D4=4:A group of 1d6 dwarves are celebrating their victory over a nearby tribe of orcs. They will invite the players to join them in a feast, but it will turn out to be an ambush!
d100 = 9
D4=1:Several men are walking through the forest carrying several dead animals on their backs. They can tell you that there are strange creatures in the woods that have been attacking hunters who entered that area recently, but nothing more than that...
D4=2:A man is sitting against a tree, he is injured. He will beg for help, then attack when someone gets close enough to help him.
D4=3:A group of hunters led by a ranger named Lord Faren will approach any players and offer them information on their location and any information they have on the surrounding area.
D4=4:The party hears a voice in the distance, singing a song. If they follow the sound, they will find a clearing filled with gold coins. There is an invisible creature that is singing, and it will attack if anyone gets too close.
d100 = 10
D4=1:As the party travels through a narrow path in the forest, they come across a group of treants who are mourning over a fallen comrade. The treants ask the party for help in avenging their fallen brother who was killed by a group of lumberjacks.
D4=2:A skunk with an entrepreneurial spirit is selling “Forest Fresh” perfumes he’s concocted. He insists the adventurers try them and even offers slight bonuses to charisma, albeit with strong odors.
D4=3:A group of 2d4+4 gnomes are searching for a lost treasure in the forest. They are lead by a wise, old gnome who is the only one who knows where the treasure is.
D4=4:A large, black dragon is seen in the distance, flying away from the party.
d100 = 11
D4=1:Giant leaves float down, each displaying a moving picture of an event yet to come. Interpreting these prophetic snapshots provides a glimpse of future possibilities.
D4=2:A trail of silver coins leads the party deeper into the forest. At the end, they find a treasure chest surrounded by a protective circle of glyphs and a guardian spirit that demands tribute.
D4=3:The players come across a small campfire with a half-eaten pie sitting on a rock nearby. If the players approach, 1d4 rangers attack.
D4=4:The party finds a group of men, who are wearing strange cloaks. They are carrying staffs and wands. If the party approaches, they will talk to the players about their spellcasting guild, and offer to let them in and teach them spells. They want to take over the local town and become the most powerful wizards in the land.
d100 = 12
D4=1:A den of baby owlbears nearby an ancient oak. Protecting them rewards a lifelong bond with able companions.
D4=2:A man is sitting on a tree branch not too far off the ground. He acts like he is birding but he is really watching for trespassers on the land of his employer.
D4=3:A group of 2d6 giant spiders are building a web in a tree branch high above the ground.
D4=4:A group of 2d6 town watch guards, who say they were told to patrol the forest and protect travelers, are searching for a man who killed a town watch guard's sister. They will ask the players if they have seen him.
d100 = 13
D4=1:A group of 2d6+2 bandits are sitting around a campfire, laughing and joking about their recent crimes. If they are attacked, they will fight to the death to defend their territory and their loot...
D4=2:A group of 2d6 rabbits wearing tiny hats are hosting a tea party. They invite the adventurers to join them for some very tiny and delicious tea and cakes.
D4=3:A group of 2d4 elves are on the lookout for nearby orcs, ensuring the safety of the nearby village. If players get too close, they will attack them.
D4=4:Two men are walking down the road carrying sacks over their shoulders and looking very tired and hungry. They are on their way back from the forest where they have been gathering mushrooms for sale in town as food and medicine (which they sell for 3 silver pieces each).
d100 = 14
D4=1:A forlorn bard searching for her muse. Helping her craft a song inspires an extraordinary performance that boosts players' morale and abilities.
D4=2:A turtle slowly crosses their path, claiming to be “Sir Shelldon,” the knight. He challenges one adventurer to a “duel” that involves rolling for slow but determined moves.
D4=3:A group of humans are fighting with a group of elves about 20 of each.
D4=4:A creature with a diamond-shaped body darts across the path.
d100 = 15
D4=1:A group of 2d6 villagers are walking through the forest, carrying what appears to be the body of a dead person. If players approach, the villagers will explain that they are carrying the body to the graveyard. They will offer food and accommodations if asked.
D4=2:A goose in a tiny wizard hat is trying to cast spells. The results are chaotic but entertaining. He offers to teach the adventurers one of his “spells,” which is laughably ineffective but could potentially distract enemies.
D4=3:A group of 3d4 goblins come out of hiding and attack!
D4=4:In front of you is a signpost with three arrows pointing in different directions. One arrow points to an abandoned dwarven mine, one arrow points to an abandoned elven village, and one arrow points to an abandoned human village.
d100 = 16
D4=1:A powerful druid has created a massive tree that has grown so large it covers almost the entire forest. The tree is inhabited by all sorts of creatures and has its own ecosystem. However, a dark force has infiltrated the tree and is causing it to wither. Players must journey inside the tree and defeat the dark force in order to save it.
D4=2:The party sees a group of 2d6+12 centaurs that are hunting game. They will not talk to the party unless they are invited to join the hunt. If they accept, then the centaurs will give them a magic bow that always hits its target with an arrow made of pure gold. It can only be used once per day, but it guarantees a hit and damage roll of 19 or 20 on any target no matter how far away it is or how small it is.
D4=3:A green dragon is perched on a high tree branch. It is watching a woodcutter at work at the base of the tree. The woodcutter is unaware of the dragon's presence.
D4=4:A group of 2d6+3 Orcs are getting drunk and wrestling with each other.
d100 = 17
D4=1:An old abandoned temple
D4=2:The players come across a group of hunters. They have just killed a deer and are butchering it.
D4=3:A mysterious mist surrounds the forest, making it difficult to see and navigate. Players must rely on their other senses to make their way through. However, this mist is caused by a group of 2d8 hags who are trying to lure in travelers to steal their souls. If players are not careful, they may become victims of the hags' dark magic.
D4=4:The players hear a woman screaming and see flashes of light in a nearby cave. If they investigate, they will find a group of 2d4 goblins battling with a group of 2d4 kobolds. The goblins and kobolds are fighting over a woman who is tied up in the middle of the cave. This woman is a thief who was caught stealing from the goblins and kobolds. She will eventually be cut down if no one rescues her within 2d6 turns.
d100 = 18
D4=1:A group of 1d4 ravens circle overhead. They will attack any large animals or birds in the area. They will not attack unless provoked.
D4=2:A group of whimsical fairies challenges the adventurers to a game of hide-and-seek. The prize for winning is a small bag of fairy dust that can cast minor illusions.
D4=3:Two elves sit on the side of the road, looking weary and scared about something. When approached, they say that they are looking for something, but they do not know what it is. They are looking for it in the mountains that are in the distance. They will ask the players if they have seen it in the mountains. If players tell the truth and say that they have not seen it in the mountains, then they will attack the players.
D4=4:Players find a group of 1d4+2 dwarves. They are looking for a lost companion.
d100 = 19
D4=1:A group of 1d4+1 dwarves are traveling through the forest, hoping to be discovered. They're members of a mining troupe that is looking for new members. They're looking for an opportunity to mine in a new location.
D4=2:A family of 6 hobgoblins harassing a group of forest gnomes. Defending them provides the party with a map to hidden gnome treasures.
D4=3:A mysterious fog rolls in, obscuring the players' vision and causing confusion. As they try to escape the fog, creatures from their darkest fears and nightmares emerge and attack them. The players must figure out how to dispel the fog and defeat their fears before they are driven to insanity.
D4=4:A group of 2d4 men are walking through the forest, looking for work. They are poor and will accept any work offered to them. They will mention that they saw a dragon flying over head recently and that has scared away all of the local game.
d100 = 20
D4=1:Players hear a loud noise coming from somewhere up ahead. As they get closer to the noise, they see a group of 2d6+1 gnolls running through the forest. The gnolls are hunting a deer.
D4=2:The party comes across a small village. This village is actually a colony of strange, small kobolds with blue skin who all dress the same. They are led by a kobold known as Papa.
D4=3:A pack of 1d6 wolves are trying to catch a deer. The deer is running away, but it is slowing down because it is injured. The wolves are hungry and determined to catch their meal.
D4=4:The party comes across a small village that is under siege by a group of hill giants.
d100 = 21
D4=1:A group of 2d4+4 rangers are wandering the forest looking for game. They are equipped with leather armor and shortbows. They will trade with the party if they have something to trade.
D4=2:A group of 3d6 orcs is attempting to break into a nearby fortress to steal weapons and armor from the local armory. If they are discovered, they will fight to the death.
D4=3:A group of 3d4 men are walking through the forest, looking for work. They are poor and will accept any work offered to them. Players can offer work or just give them some gold to get them to go away.
D4=4:A horde of zombies lurch out of the woods and attack the party!
d100 = 22
D4=1:A group of six bandits are sitting around a campfire. They are wearing black armor and are armed with swords and shields. They look like they've been traveling for a while, because their clothes are dirty. The leader of the group has a large scar across his face. The bandits are talking about their last raid, and how they got away with some treasure. They are laughing about how they got away with murder.
D4=2:A group of one thousand elves are marching along the road. They are singing a song about a battle that happened a long time ago.
D4=3:A group of 2d4 gnolls are hunting for food. If players are nearby, they will attack.
D4=4:The players come across a group of 1d4+4 centaurs who are hunting in the woods.
d100 = 23
D4=1:Birds sing, but the melodies are warped, containing hidden messages. If the players listen closely, they can decode a map leading them to a long-forgotten treasure.
D4=2:Tired and hungry travelers will stumble upon a small camp on the side of the path. If they approach, they will be greeted by a halfling named Stan. He tells the players that he is on his way to a nearby city. He will offer them some food and drink, then ask for directions to the city. If players refuse, he will become angry and attack. If players accept, he will attack as soon
D4=3:A group of men are gathering fruit and berries. They will ask the players if they would like some fruit.
D4=4:Two men with swords and shields are standing watch over a chest filled with gold and jewels. They are keeping an eye out for any intruders who might try to steal their treasure.
d100 = 24
D4=1:A group of 2d8 cultists are sacrificing a young woman to their dark god in hopes of bringing about the end of the world...
D4=2:Lizardfolk hunting a giant.
D4=3:A group of men wearing armor are walking along the trail. They will offer to protect one of the players from harm.
D4=4:Those who laugh are not necessarily happy. A passing wizard laughs, then vanishes.
d100 = 25
D4=1:A group of 6d4+4 gnolls are attempting to steal from local merchants in a nearby village. If they are discovered, they will fight.
D4=2:A group of three humans are riding horses along the road. They are on their way to a funeral for a fallen comrade.
D4=3:The players stumble across a small camp where three humans are hunting deer. They will ask the players to join them for dinner if they have any. They will give the players information about a nearby cave if they are offered any food or drink.
D4=4:Up ahead, players can hear a group of humans arguing about something. As players get closer, they will hear that they are arguing about a magical potion. The potion has been cursed by a powerful wizard and they will give it to players to destroy it if they do not want to drink it.
d100 = 26
D4=1:You hear the sounds of children laughing and playing in the distance. When you get close, you see 2d6 halflings playing a game of tag. They are friendly and will invite players to join in on the fun. If players win, they will reward them with a small treasure.
D4=2:An old abandoned temple
D4=3:Some things are worth dying for. A passing wizard dies to save an orphan from a pack of wolves.
D4=4:Lava lizards (1d
d100 = 27
D4=1:A group of 2d12 elves are sitting around a campfire, singing songs and telling stories. The elves have been here for three days and are getting tired of each other's company. They will offer to share their camp with the players for the night if they like but there's no telling what will happen if they do...
D4=2:A man is walking along the path. He has been lost for days, and he is very hungry and thirsty. He will beg for food and water.
D4=3:A group of 2d6 wolves attack, thinking the party is a pack of wolves looking to take over their territory.
D4=4:A group of 6d6 halflings are celebrating their annual halfling festival.
d100 = 28
D4=1:A group of 2d6 lizard men are in the forest.
D4=2:A group of 2d6+3 cultists surround the players and attack them. The cultists are led by a powerful necromancer who has raised a horde of zombies and skeletons to help him defeat the players.
D4=3:A small child runs up to you and asks for directions to his home. He's lost in the forest.
D4=4:The sound of a loud argument can be heard nearby. Closer inspection shows that it is coming from a group of 3d6 halfling bards. The bards are arguing over their new song, The Hobgoblin Moon. The winner will receive a bag of gold.
d100 = 29
D4=1:A series of blood-curdling screams pierce the silence. Following the sounds leads the party to a gruesome scene of ritualistic sacrifices, with a deranged cultist in the process of preparing their next victim.
D4=2:Nightfall brings a parade of bioluminescent creatures that seem to dance to a silent tune only few can hear. Following them reveals a hidden kingdom shrouded in mystery.
D4=3:A figure appears cloaked in shadows, its face twisted but kind. The creature offers to transfer a portion of its knowledge to the party, though the cost is steep—a fundamental truth about the party's world will be forever altered.
D4=4:more orcs joining the battle every round until they're defeated or until they have 10 more orcs than the number of players in the party.
d100 = 30
D4=1:A ghostly procession of past adventurers moves silently through the forest. Any attempt to interact reveals their fates and imparts both warnings and blessings.
D4=2:Manticores are fighting with a group of orcs. No players can participate in this battle. The orcs and manticores are allies with one another. If the players interfere, the orcs will turn on them. They will fight until one side is dead.
D4=3:They encounter a jackalope who speaks in riddles and puns. If they solve his riddles, he gives them a single-use wand that casts “Create Food and Water.”
D4=4:A chilling wind brings with it the scent of decay. Following the smell, the party finds an ancient, rotting tree with human-like faces embedded in the bark, whispering dire warnings and threats.
d100 = 31
D4=1:A group of soldiers are fortifying their camp.
D4=2:ZM - A group of 2d6 hunters ride in on horseback. The hunters are looking for a pack of wolves that have been terrorizing the village nearby.
D4=3:A riddle-telling contest is held between the party and a group of mischievous pixies. The winner gets a powerful magical item, but the loser must grant the winner a favor.
D4=4:A group of elves approach and ask if you have seen their brother. They will show you a portrait of their brother. The portrait is torn and crumpled. They will tell you that the portrait was given to them by their mother and that it was torn by their brother during a fit of rage. The elves will tell you that their brother is possessed by a demon.
d100 = 32
D4=1:The players are approached by a group of 2d6+10 soldiers. They tell the players that they have been sent by their king to protect them on their journey. The 2d6+10 soldiers are actually a group of assassins who have been hired to kill the players.
D4=2:Two elderly gentlemen named Alfred and Henry have been on the road for a long time. They will hire the players to protect them while they travel to their family's home.
D4=3:A large black dragon attacks. If players defeat it, they will find a bag of 100 gold in the dragon's stomach.
D4=4:A group of 2d4+2 merchants are traveling through the forest. They are carrying an assortment of tools and weapons that they will trade with players for food or water or whatever they can get from them.
d100 = 33
D4=1:The players stumble across a group of 2d4 humans who are trying to catch a thief who has been stealing from them.
D4=2:A group of 2d6 hobgoblin warriors are in the forest.
D4=3:In the distance, the players see a giant. If the players approach, the giant will attack.
D4=4:A man is standing in the middle of the road, holding up a hand, trying to stop the players from passing him by. He tells the players that he has lost his donkey and he needs help finding it. He will ask the players to help him search for it. If the players help him, they will find his donkey. It will be an old donkey that is carrying a large sack full of gold coins.
d100 = 34
D4=1:Players encounter a group of 3d10 elves who are cutting down trees to build ships to sail to a new land across the sea where they can be free from persecution by humans, dwarves, halflings, half-orcs, orcs, goblins and so on.
D4=2:A group of 2d6 thieves are planning on robbing a nearby rich man's house.
D4=3:A burned glade attested by a sole surviving sentient tree sapling. By nurturing the area back to health, the sapling offers the heart of the tree, a powerful magical focus.
D4=4:A group of 2d4+4 soldiers are traveling through the forest. They are looking for an enemy that has been terrorizing villages near the forest.
d100 = 35
D4=1:are attacking a group of elves. The elves are carrying their injured to their camp. The elves are level 1 and the lava lizards are level 4. If the players help, the elves will give the players a potion, an enchanted item, and some gold.
D4=2:A chest filled with gold and jewels, but it is trapped.
D4=3:A group of 2d6 rabbits wearing tiny hats are hosting a tea party. They invite the adventurers to join them for some very tiny and delicious tea and cakes.
D4=4:A green dragon is perched on a high tree branch. It is watching a woodcutter at work at the base of the tree. The woodcutter is unaware of the dragon's presence.
d100 = 36
D4=1:A group of 2d6+2 humans are resting near a campfire. They are planing on attacking a nearby stronghold later that night.
D4=2:A group of 2d4 hobgoblins and 2d4 orcs are holding up the caravan traveling along the trade route.
D4=3:The players come across a small campfire with a half-eaten pie sitting on a rock nearby. If the players approach, 1d4 rangers attack.
D4=4:The party hears a man yell out in pain. The party sees a man rolling around on the ground, holding his leg. He has been bitten by a snake.
d100 = 37
D4=1:A group of women is walking through the woods. They are carrying supplies. If the players approach, they will ask them if they can carry their supplies for them. The women are on their way to a small village to help the villagers rebuild after an attack by bandits left many injured and dead.
D4=2:The party comes across a group of men and women arguing about whether or not to attack a nearby village. If the party decides to help, they will discover that the group of men and women are a group of thieves who want to attack the village and steal from it.
D4=3:A mysterious mist surrounds the forest, making it difficult to see and navigate. Players must rely on their other senses to make their way through. However, this mist is caused by a group of 2d8 hags who are trying to lure in travelers to steal their souls. If players are not careful, they may become victims of the hags' dark magic.
D4=4:You see a group of humans fighting with a group of elves. No players can participate in this battle. The humans and elves are allies with one another. If the players interfere, the humans and elves will turn on them. They will fight until one side is dead.
d100 = 38
D4=1:A group of 3d4 goblins come out of hiding and attack!
D4=2:Jugglers and Fire Performers. A group of 5 men and women are practicing their act. They are excellent performers with a high level of skill. A player who watches them play will learn new entertainer tricks to use later in the campaign.
D4=3:A group of 3d6 orcs is attempting to break into a nearby fortress to steal weapons and armor from the local armory. If they are discovered, they will fight to the death.
D4=4:A pair of boots. If worn, they will make the player's feet feel like they are walking on clouds. Their speed will increase, but they will only be able to walk 10 feet per round.
d100 = 39
D4=1:A group of elves are hunting deer. The elves are level 2. The deer are level 2. The players can help the elves or help the deer.
D4=2:A group of goblins are riding wolves. The wolves are level 3, the goblins are level 2. The wolves will attack first, then the goblins will attack when their wolves have been killed.
D4=3:A group of 2d6+6 hunters are traveling through the forest. They are looking for game to hunt. If asked, they will trade with the party.
D4=4:A druid appears before the party, begging for their help in finding a rare and endangered plant deep in the forest. If they agree, she leads them through treacherous terrain and fends off aggressive creatures to reach the plant and harvest its healing properties.
d100 = 40
D4=1:A group of 2d6+3 orcs are hunting for deer.
D4=2:A forlorn bard searching for her muse. Helping her craft a song inspires an extraordinary performance that boosts players' morale and abilities.
D4=3:A group of humans is traveling through the forest on foot. They are on their way to a nearby town. They are rich, but they are carrying all their wealth with them and aren't willing to part with any of it. Players may be able to rob them if they can get away with it.
D4=4:A group of 2d4 hobgoblins are doing some sort of experiment in a camp in the woods. They are working with strange liquids and vapors, and there's a 50% chance every hour that they will cause a mutation in something within 10' of them if anyone is watching or nearby.
d100 = 41
D4=1:Players encounter an old man and his grandson who are gathering firewood for their fireplace. The old man is having a hard time because his grandson keeps running off and getting into trouble. They need help finding him.
D4=2:While walking through the woods, the party hears strange noises coming from the bushes. If they investigate, they will find a group of halflings, who have been cursed. They will beg the party to help them get back to their home in the hills, where they will be safe from the curse.
D4=3:The party finds an abandoned, dilapidated watchtower. Inside, they discover signs of a desperate last stand and a haunting message scrawled on the walls: “Beware the forest king’s wrath.”
D4=4:A group of men are standing around a campfire, they are singing songs and telling stories. If anyone approaches, they will invite them to join in. They are actually plotting to rob and kill anyone who joins in their camp.
d100 = 42
D4=1:A group of men with giant swords strapped to their backs are walking through the forest. They are talking about their swords.
D4=2:D4 Goblins emerge from the forest. They are in a bad mood and are looking for a fight. They are carrying torches and wearing basic leather armour. They are armed with short swords and small shields.
D4=3:The ground splits open to reveal a network of bioluminescent tunnels housing an underground society of sentient mushrooms. They seek guidance and offer a gift of spores that can influence dreams.
D4=4:A group of 2d6 dwarves are lost. They will tell you that they are peaceful traders and that they are on their way to a nearby city. They will ask you to escort them to the city. Once there, they will steal as much as they can from you as quickly as possible and then flee as quickly as possible on their horses.
d100 = 43
D4=1:A group of 1d4+3 Hobgoblins are on their way to attack a nearby fort. They do not like the soldiers and want to wipe them out.
D4=2:The players hear music in the distance. As they get closer, they see 2d6 humans who are dancing and drinking, celebrating their good fortune to have escaped from their oppressive lives and found a new home here in this forest where there are no soldiers or lords to command them any more.
D4=3:Two warriors are standing guard over a pile of treasure that they found in a cave. They will not let anyone near it or steal it. They will attack anyone who tries to do so.
D4=4:A pack of 1d6 wolves attack the party!
d100 = 44
D4=1:A group of 1d8+1 goblins are hunting for food. They've trapped a giant boar in a pit trap. The pit is 10 feet deep and filled with spikes at the bottom.
D4=2:A group of 2d6+3 dwarves approach the players and tell them that they have been sent by their king to escort them safely to their destination. The dwarves are actually a group of mercenaries who have been hired to protect the players from danger along their journey.
D4=3:You see a group of elves hunting. You see a group of elves with bows and arrows. They are hunting deer. If the party approaches, they will ask the party to leave.
D4=4:You see a group of 1d4+2 dwarves who have recently been mining here, but they have given up on mining here because the vein of ore has dried up and because they have been attacked by goblins in this area. They will offer their help to players if they choose to help them mine here again. They will also give the players a map that shows where they found the ore vein in this region of the forest - it shows a large section with a huge red X over it that indicates that it has been mined out by this dwarven clan.
d100 = 45
D4=1:. If successful, the party can sell it for 500 gp.
D4=2:A group of traveling merchants on horseback pass by. They are carrying sacks of potatoes and onions.
D4=3:A pond with magical fish who can predict the future. Catching them gives a brief glimpse into critical events.
D4=4:The party comes across a clearing in the forest. In the clearing sit two elves. The elves are playing a game of tiles. One of the elves is losing. The losing elf says, 'I'm out of tiles!' The winning elf says, 'Two more games and you lose your title!'
d100 = 46
D4=1:Tresendar Rangers A small group of rangers are hunting deer in the forest. They are led by a Tresendar named Duris. He is middle-aged and has a wife and two children back home in the town of Tresendar. The rangers are on a five-year contract to protect the forest from any threats.
D4=2:A group of dwarves are walking through the forest on their way to a nearby dwarf settlement. The are lost and need help finding their way back to the main trail. They are armed with axes, crossbows, and war hammers.
D4=3:A group of 3d6 orcs are attempting to break into a nearby fortress to steal gold and valuables. If they are discovered, they will fight to the death.
D4=4:A group of men are walking down the path. They are singing loudly. They are drunk and unhappy about being lost in the forest.
d100 = 47
D4=1:As the party makes camp for the night, they hear the sound of someone screaming for help. When they go to investigate, they find a damsel in distress being held captive by a group of bandits.
D4=2:A hoard of goblinoids poisoning a forest lake. Eliminating this threat grants a divine favor from a water deity.
D4=3:Q - A group of 2d6 humans are gathering wood for a campfire. If the players get too close, they will attack.
D4=4:Up ahead on the path, players see a large stone archway with vines growing over it. When they get closer, they see that it's actually an entrance to a cave that has been made to look like an archway with vines growing over it to make it look like part of the forest when it's actually a man-made structure that someone has made in order to keep people out.
d100 = 48
D4=1:A group of 2d4+4 human nomads is traveling through the forest looking for a new home to settle in because their old home has been over-hunted by their own tribe from over-population.
D4=2:A group of 3d20+5 men are hunting deer in the woods. If a player approaches they will stop and ask what they are doing there. If the players do not answer they will be attacked.
D4=3:Wagon 1d6+10 orcs are escorted by a cleric and several knights on horseback. The knights are escorting the orcs to their stronghold in the mountains.
D4=4:A group of hobgoblins are marching down the path. They are on their way to attack a nearby village.
d100 = 49
D4=1:A group of 2d6 giant ants are foraging for food in the forest. They will attack any living creature that comes within their range of perception.
D4=2:While exploring the forest, players come across a group of 1d4 merfolk who have been stranded on land due to a powerful storm. They are in desperate need of a magical artifact that can control the weather and allow them to return to the ocean. However, the artifact is guarded by a 1d6-headed hydra who is fiercely protective of it.
D4=3:A group of 3d6 centaurs are searching for food for their herd of horses and donkeys. They will attack if players get too close!
D4=4:A group of men and women are walking down the path singing a song about a hero fighting a dragon in these woods recently.
d100 = 50
D4=1:A group of 2d6 mercenaries are camping out in the woods. They are fighting over treasure.
D4=2:Players find a group of 1d4+2 dwarves. They are looking for a lost companion.
D4=3:A pack of 1d6 weretigers has taken over a section of the forest. They are hunting down all other creatures and are becoming a threat to the ecosystem. The players must decide whether to help the weretigers control their instincts or put a stop to their reign of terror.
D4=4:D4 Goblins emerge from the forest. They are in a bad mood and are looking for a fight. They are carrying torches and wearing basic leather armour. They are armed with short swords and small shields.
d100 = 51
D4=1:A large, black fog blocks the path in front of the party. If they approach, a spirit appears and issues a warning to leave the area.
D4=2:A group of kobolds are digging up graves in a nearby graveyard. They are looking for treasure and weapons.
D4=3:A green dragon is perched on a high tree branch. It is watching a woodcutter at work at the base of the tree. The woodcutter is unaware of the dragon's presence.
D4=4:A group of 2d4+4 bandits are traveling through the forest. They are looking for easy prey.
d100 = 52
D4=1:A group of 2d6+2 soldiers are standing by a small campfire. They are on their way to a nearby village to help defend it against an invasion by goblins and kobolds.
D4=2:The players find a pool of crystal clear water. If a character drinks from the pool, he or she is attacked by a water elemental that rises from the pool and attempts to drown the character.
D4=3:You come across a cave entrance that leads into the ground. If the party goes into the cave, they will find a tunnel that leads into a dungeon complex. The dungeon complex is a home to 1d4+1 goblins and 1d4+1 hobgoblins who are led by a hobgoblin warlord named Zuggzug. Zuggzug is a level six fighter with two swords who wants to capture the party and cook them for dinner.
D4=4:A group of 1d4+1 elven rangers are standing by a small campfire. They are on their way to a nearby village to help defend it against an invasion by goblins and kobolds.
d100 = 53
D4=1:A group of 1d4+1 humans from a nearby village are rushing to their village. They are carrying a large chest that contains the body of their village's leader, who was murdered by an assassin. The chest is heavy, and they are being followed by 1d12 wolves. The wolves are gaining on them. If players help them, they will get a free magic item from the villagers' leader's body.
D4=2:The party sees a small fire in the woods. A gnome is roasting a boar over the fire. He will beg for more food and wants to join the party. He is hungry and will not leave until he has eaten. If he is attacked, he will throw his boar at the players or run away.
D4=3:A forgotten monument guarded by spirits of ancient spellcasters. Proving worthy of the monument's magic grants powerful scrolls.
D4=4:An old man is sitting on a log by the side of the trail, singing songs about heroes and adventure... He looks hungry and tired... If the players feed him or offer him shelter for the night, he will tell them a story about an ancient dungeon that is nearby... This dungeon has been abandoned for hundreds of years...
d100 = 54
D4=1:A group of 2d6+1 humans are traveling through a nearby forest. They are simple farmers who plan on going from village to village selling their goods.
D4=2:A fallen tree blocks the path, but as the players try to move it, the tree comes to life and attacks them. It is actually a treant transformed by a powerful wizard as punishment for not protecting the forest. The players must either convince the treant to help them or defeat it in battle.
D4=3:A group of people are standing around a small campfire, roasting apples on wooden sticks. They're discussing a strange creature that has been seen in the forest. The creature has been seen twice now and is described as being a strange creature with tentacles instead of hair.
D4=4:A circle of stones marks the site where an ancient druidic ritual was performed.
d100 = 55
D4=1:A group of sentient talking animals asks the players for help in rescuing their friend, a powerful wizard who was turned into a mouse by an evil sorcerer. They need the players' help to defeat the sorcerer and break the spell.
D4=2:A spirit is sitting on a log by the side of the trail. It does not see the players at first but as they get closer it notices them and it attacks!
D4=3:A woman with hair made of leaves walks by. She motions for silence, and when she speaks, her voice echoes in every language known to the party, revealing cryptic prophecies.
D4=4:Giant leaves float down, each displaying a moving picture of an event yet to come. Interpreting these prophetic snapshots provides a glimpse of future possibilities.
d100 = 56
D4=1:You hear a horse whinny nearby. If you follow the sound, you find a bandit named Killer Kane, who needs help killing a troll. If the players help, he will stay with the party for a few days.
D4=2:The party comes across a clearing in the forest. In the clearing sit two men. The men are playing a game of tiles.
D4=3:A druid’s grove infected by dark magic. Cleansing it restores the grove's power, allowing players to call upon the druid’s aid in times of need.
D4=4:A sacred forest path guarded by a spectral knight who only allows passage to proven heroes, rewarding them with a piece of his enchanted armor.
d100 = 57
D4=1:A group of men are sitting around a campfire. They are drinking and singing. They are on their way to join the army. They will ask the party if they want to join the army too. They will give directions to the nearest army camp. They will also give directions to the nearest bar.
D4=2:A group of men on horses approach the party and ask if they have seen a group of men on horses. One of the men on horses is wearing a green cloak and has green hair. He is actually an elf and does not want to be found by other elves because he does not want to be forced back to their homeland by them - he wants to stay in this land because he fell in love with a human woman and wants to live here with her for the rest of his life.
D4=3:A group of ten halflings are riding horses along the road. They are on their way to a wedding.
D4=4:A group of wizards are studying the constellations and discussing their theories about the coming year.
d100 = 58
D4=1:The party encounters a group of 2d6 elves traveling in the woods. They're hunting for a particular plant which is said to cure most diseases. <
D4=2:The ghost of an ancient ranger offers guidance, revealing hidden paths in the forest, provided the players agree to honor the forest.
D4=3:A group of 2d6+3 Orcs are mending their armor and shields.
D4=4:A lost relic of a forgotten sorcerer guarded by enchanted flora. Returning it to the elves grants ancient arcane knowledge.
d100 = 59
D4=1:A group of 2d6 rangers are camping in the forest. They are on patrol, looking for poachers.
D4=2:You see a group of dwarven thieves robbing a traveling merchant. The merchant is an old man with a frail body. He is carrying a small fortune in gold. He is afraid of the dwarven thieves and will not fight back.
D4=3:A group of humans are fishing in a nearby pond. They will stop and ask players to join them for dinner. If players do so, they will be forced to stay for several days until the catch is brought in.
D4=4:A group of 2d6+3 Orcs are arguing and threatening to kill each other over a dispute.
d100 = 60
D4=1:The party finds a group of people sitting around a campfire. They seem to be telling stories about something to each other. The stories are about a creature that lives in the swamp that can become invisible at will and has been attacking travelers in the area lately.
D4=2:A chilling wind brings with it the scent of decay. Following the smell, the party finds an ancient, rotting tree with human-like faces embedded in the bark, whispering dire warnings and threats.
D4=3:The party stumbles upon a group of goblins who are arguing over a valuable object they found in the forest. It turns out to be a magical ring that grants the wearer invisibility, but at a cost.
D4=4:The players are attacked by a group of bandits in the woods. They are led by one called the 'Elder'. He is a high level cleric with access to a powerful spell.
d100 = 61
D4=1:A man is walking down the path. He has a dagger in his hand. He looks scared. He has been robbed.
D4=2:The forest floor gives way to an enormous chessboard, with trees as pieces. Placing a foot upon a square, the pieces come to life, playing out a silent, grand game that mirrors the party’s own dilemmas.
D4=3:A tree with bark resembling human skin houses the spirits of the forest's ancestors, who offer blessings or curses based on the players' intentions.
D4=4:The players find a deer and a stag engaged in a mock jousting tournament with leafy lances. They invite the adventurers to join and provide homemade antler-shaped crowns as prizes.
d100 = 62
D4=1:Two groups of 2d4 goblins are fighting each other over territory. If players get too close, they will be attacked by both groups of goblins.
D4=2:A group of seven humans, three elves, and two dwarves are walking along the road singing a song about a battle that happened a long time ago. They are on their way to a wedding.
D4=3:While traveling through the forest, the party comes across a massive tree that is being attacked by a group of woodcutters. The party must choose to either mediate between the two sides or take a side and defend the tree.
D4=4:A small mound of leaves reveals a treasure chest, but it is trapped. It is filled with 1d8 gems worth 1d6 x 10 GP each.
d100 = 63
D4=1:A group of 2d6+3 Orcs are trying to sing a song, but they are all out of tune.
D4=2:A team of traders are looking for a lost team of adventurers. If the adventurers can help them find them, they will pay them handsomely.
D4=3:An overly dramatic crow insists the forest hides a great treasure. He provides a “treasure map” that leads to a buried chest containing hilarious items like a rubber sword and a cap that says "WORLD'S BEST ADVENTURER."
D4=4:A party of 2d4+2 goblins emerge from the forest. They are in a bad mood and are looking for a fight. They are carrying torches and wearing leather armour. They are armed with short swords and small shields. Their leader is an ogre named Grub-Stomper, an Ogre Barbarian that has a challenge rating of 2 and has been cross-bred with a giant grub to create a Grubman.
d100 = 64
D4=1:A bird with feathers of shimmering light sings a song that materializes visions of possible futures. Each verse gives a choice, creating a fork in their destiny.
D4=2:Two hunters named Edgar and Roy have been hunting in this area for the past few weeks, but they have not had much luck hunting deer or boar. They are looking for work and will work for the players if they offer them food or drink.
D4=3:A witch has placed a curse on the players and they must find a way to reverse it before it's too late. The witch's cottage is nearby and she can be found there, if players can find it...
D4=4:Wizard studying in an isolated Forest.
d100 = 65
D4=1:A merchant wagon has crashed in the forest, spilling its contents in front of it. Any players who approach will be attacked by 2d4 bandits who will then attempt to loot the wagon if players don't stop them!
D4=2:Wizard studying in an isolated Forest.
D4=3:A group of 2d4+2 hobgoblins are looking for someone to attack.
D4=4:Players find a group of 1d4+1 dwarves. They are looking for a lost companion. The companion is actually an illusion created by a nearby bandit.
d100 = 66
D4=1:A group of 2d6+2 humans are hunting deer in the forest.
D4=2:Players hear a loud noise coming from somewhere up ahead. As they get closer to the noise, they see a group of 2d6 human soldiers who are looking for the players. They are friendly and interested in hiring the players to help them fight against a nearby group of bandits who have been attacking their villages lately.
D4=3:A group of 2d6 hunters are hunting in the forest. They are hunting for sport.
D4=4:A group of 2d12 elves are sitting around a campfire, singing songs and telling stories. The elves have been here for three days and are getting tired of each other's company. They will offer to share their camp with the players for the night if they like but there's no telling what will happen if they do...
d100 = 67
D4=1:A group of male elves are walking through the forest on their way to a nearby town. They are lost and need help finding their way back to the main trail. They are armed with longbows and quivers full of arrows.
D4=2:The party hears a strange creature singing in a high-pitched voice. The creature is a small pixie that has been captured by a group of goblins.
D4=3:A pack of wolves is seen running through the trees.
D4=4:The adventurers find a snail racing track where the snails move incredibly slowly, but the excitement is palpable. The players can place bets or even enter their own snail.
d100 = 68
D4=1:A small woman who appears to be about 30 years old approaches the players and asks for help finding her daughter, who was lost in the woods about a week ago. The woman's name is Mary and she is actually an elder green dragon who has been masquerading as a human for 100 years after being cursed by a cockatrice egg she ate when she was young. She is under orders from her dragon lord not to reveal her true nature to anyone until her daughter has been found, but if players agree to help find her daughter (a young green dragon named Jenny), she will reward them with a single scale from her wing which can be used as an unlimited supply of potion of curing.
D4=2:A wild bear with two cubs is wandering around the corner.
D4=3:A group of children are playing hide and seek in the forest. They are wearing common clothes.
D4=4:A group of 2d4 humans are traveling to a nearby village to sell their goods. They are led by a rogue who is looking for a party to join.
d100 = 69
D4=1:Two young green dragons are playing tag through the trees above the forest floor.
D4=2:The party discovers a faerie ring with mushrooms glowing faintly in the dusk. Disturbing the ring summons a vengeful fairie lord who subjects the intruders to twisted games of life and death.
D4=3:You come across a village where all of the buildings are made out of leather and bones that are sharpened into spears and swords that are aimed at the party when they enter. If the party approaches, they will be attacked by 1d6+3 orcs who are led by an orc shaman who is level six and possesses a staff made out of bone with a skull on it which has been sharpened into a sword that can be used as a sword or as a throwing weapon.
D4=4:A group of humans is building a log cabin on the side of the road. They are poor and are willing to work for players for about 1d4 weeks for room and board and about 1d4 gold pieces per week.
d100 = 70
D4=1:A sudden, unnatural fog envelops the forest path, reducing visibility to near zero. Distorted whispers and distant screams echo through the mist, leading the party off the road and into a perilous bog.
D4=2:The past should be left in the past. A passing wizard is reciting an old rhyme about the area.
D4=3:A group of men are sitting around a campfire, talking about how they had been attacked by some strange creatures in the forest that day after they had been hunting for game for their village. One of them was killed in the attack, however they were able to fend off the creatures long enough for reinforcements to arrive from the village, where they managed to kill off all but one of the creatures which had escaped into the woods after killing another villager in front of them before escaping.
D4=4:The players stumble across a group of 2d4 gnomes who are trying to catch a thief who has been stealing from them.
d100 = 71
D4=1:A pair of boots. If worn, they will make the player's feet feel like they are walking on clouds. Their speed will increase, but they will only be able to walk 10 feet per round.
D4=2:As the players make their way through the forest, they come across a clearing with a group of 3d6 wood elves performing a ritual to bless their crops. The players can either join in the ritual and receive a blessing for their own crops or disrupt the ritual and face the wrath of the elves.
D4=3:A pond with magical fish who can predict the future. Catching them gives a brief glimpse into critical events.
D4=4:A group of 3d6 wizards are lost and trying to find their way back to their tower.
d100 = 72
D4=1:The players come across a cliff with a steep incline. As they attempt to climb it, they realize it is actually a giant mimic in disguise. It will try to devour anyone who gets too close.
D4=2:A mysterious mist surrounds the forest, making it difficult to see and navigate. Players must rely on their other senses to make their way through. However, this mist is caused by a group of 2d8 hags who are trying to lure in travelers to steal their souls. If players are not careful, they may become victims of the hags' dark magic.
D4=3:Two groups of 2d4 goblins are fighting each other over territory. If players get too close, they will be attacked by both groups of goblins.
D4=4:Kite flying in the sky. You hear a strange noise in the distance. The sound of a kite. Suddenly, a kite flies overhead, trailing a strange-looking string behind it. The string is covered in small spikes. The kite passes overhead and disappears into the distance.
d100 = 73
D4=1:Lava lizards (1d
D4=2:A tree with bark resembling human skin houses the spirits of the forest's ancestors, who offer blessings or curses based on the players' intentions.
D4=3:A group of 1d4 knights are on patrol, looking for orcs and ogres. They will escort players to their city if they need help with anything.
D4=4:A group of 3d6 goblins are playing a game of dice.
d100 = 74
D4=1:A man is sitting on a tree branch not too far off the ground. He acts like he is birding but he is really a thief who is watching for trespassers on his employer's land so that he can rob them later or kill them if necessary.
D4=2:A random NPC is sitting on a log. He has been sitting there for the last four hours. If the players talk to him, he will tell them about the time he was sitting in a tree watching a deer for six hours. It is up to the players whether they want to hear the story or not.
D4=3:A sudden storm strikes, bringing with it violent winds and torrential rain. Amidst the chaos, the party is attacked by a group of water elementals, using the storm to their advantage.
D4=4:A group of elves is practicing archery near a small stream. They will ask the players if they want to join in on the fun.
d100 = 75
D4=1:A group of 1d4+1 humans from a nearby village are rushing to their village. They are carrying a large chest that contains the body of their village's leader, who was murdered by an assassin. The chest is heavy, and they are being followed by 1d12 wolves. The wolves are gaining on them. If players help them, they will get a free magic item from the villagers' leader's body.
D4=2:A group of 2d6 bandits are traveling through the forest, carrying an assortment of weapons and shields and armor that they will trade with players for food or water or whatever they can get from them.
D4=3:A group of 1d4+2 goblins are fighting over a dead horse nearby. They will run away if any players approach.
D4=4:A lone harp made of living wood plays an enchanting melody that imbues the listeners with temporary foresight or clarity but also reveals deep-seated fears.
d100 = 76
D4=1:A pack of 1d6 wolves attack the party!
D4=2:A group of 2d6+2 humans are praying and wailing over the body of a fallen comrade. If they are disturbed, they will beg for help. If players help them, the humans will offer a reward of 1d4 gems worth 10 gp each.
D4=3:You come across a small village where all of the buildings are made out of wood and straw with all of the doors made out of leather and held together by string from different kinds of animals such as snakes, spiders, and rats from different kinds of animals such as snakes, spiders, and rats from different kinds of animals such as snakes, spiders, and rats from different kinds of animals such as snakes, spiders, and rats from different kinds of animals such as snakes, spiders, and rats from different kinds of animals such as snakes, spiders, and rats from different kinds of animals such as snakes, spiders, and rats from different kinds of animals such as snakes, spiders, and rats from different kinds of animals such as snakes,
D4=4:A group of 1d4+4 humans attack. They are armed with bows and arrows.
d100 = 77
D4=1:A group of humans is building a log cabin on the side of the road. They are poor and are willing to work for players for about 1d4 weeks for room and board and about 1d4 gold pieces per week.
D4=2:A group of 1d4+1 giant owls are hunting for food.
D4=3:Honesty is the best policy. A passing cleric helps a local merchant price items at market value instead of giving him a discount.
D4=4:You stumble upon a group of goblins arguing about who gets to eat the last bit of rations. One of them mentions a mysterious creature they heard about deep in the forest, offering a small reward for any adventurers brave enough to find it.
d100 = 78
D4=1:A group of 6d4+4 kobolds led by a dragon that is flying in the distance. If players get closer, the dragon attacks.
D4=2:A pond with magical fish who can predict the future. Catching them gives a brief glimpse into critical events.
D4=3:A group of bandits are sitting around a campfire singing songs.
D4=4:A young dragon is stuck in a tree, unable to fly due to a broken wing. It begs the adventurers for help and offers them a valuable item from its hoard in exchange for healing its wing.
d100 = 79
D4=1:A forgotten monument guarded by spirits of ancient spellcasters. Proving worthy of the monument's magic grants powerful scrolls.
D4=2:Players rescue druids reshaping the forest to combat an eldritch void. Earns blessings from spirits influencing the outcomes of sober decisions.
D4=3:Players find a group of 1d4+1 gnomes. They are looking for a lost companion.
D4=4:A group of men are walking down the road. They are arguing about something. The party can choose to listen in on their conversation to find out what they're talking about. The men are talking about the local tavern and one of the men is complaining because he can't get in because he's too poor.
d100 = 80
D4=1:A cursed dragon has taken up residence in the forest, terrorizing the nearby villages. The dragon, who was once a benevolent creature, has been driven mad by a powerful curse and can no longer control its destructive impulses. Players must find a way to break the curse and restore the dragon to its former self.
D4=2:A group of 2d6 men and women are sitting around a fire, drinking alcohol and singing songs about their lives as miners, farmers, blacksmiths, and so on.
D4=3:A group of 2d6+2 soldiers are standing by a small campfire. They are on their way to a nearby village to help defend it against an invasion by bugbears and hobgoblins.
D4=4:A wizard is standing in the middle of the forest casting a spell...
d100 = 81
D4=1:A group of men wearing armor are walking along the trail. They will offer to protect one of the players from harm.
D4=2:An owl with eyes like planets watches the party intently, speaking in a voice that echoes through the trees. It offers answers to three questions, but each has a dire consequence.
D4=3:A group of 2d6+2 soldiers are standing by a small campfire. They are on their way to a nearby village to help defend it against an invasion by orcs and ogres.
D4=4:Lying on the ground before you is a dead warrior. The corpse is holding a shield in one hand, and has a bloody sword in the other. It is obvious that the man was killed in battle. If the party investigates, they will find that the corpse is of a level 2 fighter named John, and he was part of an adventuring party that got lost in the forest.
d100 = 82
D4=1:A group of humans are hunting boar. The humans are level 2. The boar are level 2. The players can help the humans or help the boar.
D4=2:Two men are standing in the road arguing about something. One of them says, 'Why did you bring that foul thing here?' The other says, 'I brought it here for its healing properties.' This conversation is about magic mushrooms that can heal wounds but can also cause one to become delusional and even go mad.
D4=3:A group of 2d6 hunters have been tracking a group of wolves for several days, and they will try to kill them if necessary. They are loosely allied with local farmers, who have been having problems with wolves.
D4=4:A man is sitting on the side of the road with a broken leg. He is lost and looking for the city.
d100 = 83
D4=1:While traveling through the forest, the party comes across a massive tree that is being attacked by a group of woodcutters. The party must choose to either mediate between the two sides or take a side and defend the tree.
D4=2:A group of 1d10 bandits are camped near the road, waiting for travelers to pass by so they can rob them.
D4=3:A tree with bark resembling human skin houses the spirits of the forest's ancestors, who offer blessings or curses based on the players' intentions.
D4=4:A traveling merchant is walking down the road. He is carrying his wares on a donkey. He is on his way to a nearby village. He will talk to anyone who stops.
d100 = 84
D4=1:A sacred mushroom grove plagued by a virulent disease. Purging it provides keen insight into natural lore and collecting rare mushrooms without harm.
D4=2:The party sees a small fire in the woods. A gnome is roasting a boar over the fire. He will beg for more food and wants to join the party. He is hungry and will not leave until he has eaten. If he is attacked, he will throw his boar at the players or run away.
D4=3:A group of 1d4+1 half-elf bards are traveling through the forest, hoping to be discovered. They're singing songs about the beauty of nature and the wonder of the world. They're looking for an opportunity to perform in front of a large audience. They're not very good bards.
D4=4:A group of 1d4 bandits are looting a nearby wagon. They will attack if they are attacked or if they see someone trying to steal from them.
d100 = 85
D4=1:A sorcerer has been using the forest as a testing ground for his spells, causing chaos and destruction. The creatures of the forest are looking for someone to put an end to his experiments. If players defeat the sorcerer and destroy his lab, they will be hailed as heroes by the forest creatures.
D4=2:Mummy
D4=3:A pair of wood elves are being attacked by a flock of sparrows. The sparrows can be made to flee if the players help the elves. If the players do, the elves will grant them a +2 bonus on any night time stealth rolls in their territory.
D4=4:You come across a small cottage that has been abandoned for some time now. It looks like it's been abandoned for at least several years now. Its door creaks loudly when you try to open it, but it opens anyway after a few moments of effort from all of you combined
d100 = 86
D4=1:A harp's soothing music caught in the breeze guiding the party to a mystical clearing where they can commune with heavenly beings for blessings.
D4=2:A group of 2d6 humans from a nearby village are hunting for food. They are hunting a deer that is also hunting them. The deer has the ability to cast magic spells and can cast lightning bolt once per day. The deer will flee from the area if it is attacked or if it sustains any damage.
D4=3:A group of 2d6 lizard men scouts are in the forest. They are looking for prey. They attack the party if they attack any of the lizard men.
D4=4:Manticore attacks.
d100 = 87
D4=1:While exploring the forest, players come across a group of 1d4 merfolk who have been stranded on land due to a powerful storm. They are in desperate need of a magical artifact that can control the weather and allow them to return to the ocean. However, the artifact is guarded by a 1d6-headed hydra who is fiercely protective of it.
D4=2:A group of 2d4+2 kobolds is walking down the road nearby. They are on their way to a nearby city to cause mayhem and destruction. They believe that by doing so, they will be rewarded with more food and gold. They will attack any player who approaches them or even looks at them funny.
D4=3:A party of 3d4+3 elves are hunting for food in the forest near a small pond filled with frogs, fish and turtles. Their leader is a level 1 ranger named 'Eloy' who wields a longsword and has 3d8+3 experience points.
D4=4:A group of humans approach the party and ask if they have seen a group of elves because they believe that the elves are plotting against them and are going to attack them in the future.
d100 = 88
D4=1:A group of men are searching for something they have lost in the forest.
D4=2:The adventurers see a squirrel running an “Acorn Arcade,” filled with mini-games run by forest critters. Winning games grants tokens that can be exchanged for quirky, enchanted prizes.
D4=3:A unicorn is caught in a hunter’s trap. By freeing it, they are rewarded with a single unicorn tear, capable of curing any poison.
D4=4:The party sees a man rolling around on the ground, holding his leg. He has been bitten by a snake. He is deathly afraid of snakes and will not accept help from anyone who has been touched by a snake. If players try to help him, he will yell at them and tell them to leave him alone!
d100 = 89
D4=1:While wandering through the forest, players come across a magical grove where all the trees and plants are glowing in various colors. However, the grove is being corrupted by a dark force that is turning the colors into shades of grey. Players must find the source of the corruption and stop it before the entire grove is lost.
D4=2:A group of men with giant swords strapped to their backs are walking through the forest. They are talking about their swords.
D4=3:A group of elves are hunting deer. The elves are level 2. The deer are level 2. The players can help the elves or help the deer.
D4=4:A group of men and women are arguing about something. They notice the players and stop arguing. The men and women are actually scouts for a group of mercenaries, and they were looking for easy prey.
d100 = 90
D4=1:A group of 2d6 men in plate armor are riding through the woods. If a player approaches they will demand to know where the players are going. If the players do not answer they will attack.
D4=2:A massive, ancient tree stands before them, its bark covered in faces trapped in eternal agony. The spirits within beg for release, but freeing them will awaken the slumbering demon that imprisoned them.
D4=3:The ground splits open to reveal a network of bioluminescent tunnels housing an underground society of sentient mushrooms. They seek guidance and offer a gift of spores that can influence dreams.
D4=4:A group of 3d4+3 dwarves are walking down the road. They are looking for work and are willing to join up with a party for a year and a half a month.
d100 = 91
D4=1:A group of 1d4+3 Hobgoblins are on their way to attack a nearby fort. They do not like the soldiers and want to wipe them out.
D4=2:A group of two gnomes and a halfling are riding horses along the road. They are on their way to a wedding.
D4=3:A group of 6d4+4 gnolls are attempting to steal from local merchants in a nearby village. If they are discovered, they will fight.
D4=4:While traveling through the forest, the party comes across a group of dryads who are being terrorized by an evil druid who has corrupted their sacred grove. The dryads offer the party help in taking down the corrupted druid.
d100 = 92
D4=1:Bands of orcs are fighting with a group of elves - allied orcs and elves - about 20 of each. The orcs want to kill the elves or enslave them or something.
D4=2:A group of 3d4 Halfling thieves are planning a heist on a local village. They will ask the party to help them with the heist. If the party decides to help them with their heist, they will end up getting double-crossed by the halflings and lose all their money and items as well as get arrested by the town guard.
D4=3:A group of 1d8+4 Hobgoblins are on patrol. They are on the look out for anyone trying to pass through the forest. They are only looking out for themselves, and will attack anyone who gets in their way.
D4=4:An elusive shadow stag guiding them to an arcane sanctuary shielding from magical detection.
d100 = 93
D4=1:A nature spirit’s plea to free a trapped forest giant. Success grants the party strength equivalent to the giant for a day.
D4=2:A rabbit magician named Warren is practicing his tricks. He asks the adventurers to be his helpers, and one of his tricks might accidentally lead to some minor magical shenanigans.
D4=3:A group of 3d6 mercenaries are sitting around a campfire, talking about their last battle. They were hired to fight against a group of orcs, but they were outnumbered and almost died. They were saved when a group of elves arrived on horseback and rescued them. The mercenaries were grateful, but they vowed to never fight alongside elves again because the elves seemed to be enjoying the battle too much and were too bloodthirsty and violent.
D4=4:You hear music from nearby. The sounds of a joyful celebration can be heard from a distance. A group of half-orcs is celebrating their anniversary. They're drunk and singing songs about their leader, who is called the 'Big Red'.
d100 = 94
D4=1:Players find a group of 1d4+1 gnomes. They are looking for a lost companion.
D4=2:A Beehive. The players find a beehive on a tree branch. If they disturb it by trying to take it, the bees attack!
D4=3:A group of 2d6 thieves are planning on robbing a nearby rich man's house.
D4=4:A lake ripples like quicksilver, reflecting not just images but emotions. Gazing upon it too long can stir uncontrollable feelings within the heart.
d100 = 95
D4=1:A dancing treant blocks the path, begging the players to join in its celebratory dance. If they refuse, the treant will become hostile and attack. But if they join in, the treant will reward them with a magical seed that can grow into a sentient tree companion.
D4=2:An eerie wail cuts through the air, and the party finds themselves confronted by a banshee seeking vengeance for an age-old grievance connected to their ancestry.
D4=3:A man is sitting on a tree branch not too far off the ground. He acts like he is birding but he is really a thief who is watching for trespassers on his employer's land so that he can rob them later or kill them if necessary.
D4=4:The sound of battle in the distance alerts the players to a battle between two tribes of halflings. The battle is over a contested piece of land. Both tribes are small and weak. The players may attack them or choose to help one side or the other.
d100 = 96
D4=1:A sudden, unnatural fog envelops the forest path, reducing visibility to near zero. Distorted whispers and distant screams echo through the mist, leading the party off the road and into a perilous bog.
D4=2:The players hear singing in the distance. As they get closer, they see 2d6 humans singing and dancing in the middle of the road. They will
D4=3:A powerful druid has created a massive tree that has grown so large it covers almost the entire forest. The tree is inhabited by all sorts of creatures and has its own ecosystem. However, a dark force has infiltrated the tree and is causing it to wither. Players must journey inside the tree and defeat the dark force in order to save it.
D4=4:An elderly couple is traveling through the forest. They are wearing tattered clothing and carrying old sacks which they will trade with players for food or water or whatever they can get from them.
d100 = 97
D4=1:The party comes across an area where the forest seems unnaturally twisted, with trees warped into grotesque shapes. A powerful fey, angered by the disturbance to their realm, emerges to challenge the intruders.
D4=2:A group of 2d6 men in chainmail are riding through the woods on horses. They are riding from place to place making sure no one is trespassing in the woods. If a player approaches, they will demand to know where the players are going. If the players do not answer, they will attack.
D4=3:The party is attacked by a group of 2d6 bobcats. They want to kill the party and take over their territory.
D4=4:A group of soldiers is marching in the opposite direction of the players. The soldiers are on their way to join a nearby war. They will fight the players if they approach them.
d100 = 98
D4=1:The party is attacked by a group of 2d6 bobcats. They want to kill the party and take over their territory.
D4=2:A family is camping near a clearing in the forest
D4=3:A group of 2d6 dwarves are sitting around a campfire, talking about their latest mining expedition into a nearby mountain. One of the dwarves is complaining about a lack of food, but the others are ignoring him and talking about an upcoming wedding between two of the dwarves that is going to be held soon at the nearby dwarven village.
D4=4:A group of 2d4+4 bandits are traveling through the forest. They are looking for easy prey.
d100 = 99
D4=1:Players come across a group of peasants. They are holding a celebration in honor of a local saint. The celebration is interrupted by 1d4 wolves.
D4=2:A group of 3d4 goblins are setting up an ambush in this area by laying traps and hiding behind trees, rocks, and bushes.
D4=3:A young boy, who seems lost and frightened, runs up to the party and begs them to help him. His father is lost in the woods, and he doesn't know where he is. The boy's father is actually a bandit, who has been kidnapping children and holding them for ransom.
D4=4:A group of 1d4+1 robbers are lying in wait near a trail through the forest. They want to waylay anyone who passes by, then rob them and leave them for dead.
d100 = 100
D4=1:A group of 2d6 bandits are cutting down a tree. If players approach, they will attack.
D4=2:A group of 2d6 giant spiders are feasting on 2d6 dead horses.
D4=3:Mists in the distance, a red glow that dances on the ground. The party hears a roar, and then a shadow passes overhead. A dragon has been hunting in this area recently.
D4=4:A fortune teller is sitting under a tree. She tells the players that they will have bad luck for a week. They will get lost in the forest and fight goblins for a week.
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