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D6 Road Random Encounters

D&D 5e · 600 scenarios · Roll d100 → roll D6

A complete D&D 5e random encounter table for road scenes. Roll a d100 to pick a set, then roll a D6 to pick a scenario within that set — 600 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

  1. When the party enters a road, roll a d100.
  2. The d100 result picks one of 100 scenario sets below.
  3. Then roll a D6 to pick one of 6 scenarios inside that set.
  4. Read the scenario to your players and run the scene. Add a monster stat block if combat starts.

The D6 Road encounter table

d100 = 1

  1. D6=1:The party encounters a group of paladins on a quest to vanquish a dark force that is threatening the region. They offer the party to join them in their holy crusade, but the players may discover that the paladins' methods are more ruthless and brutal than they initially thought.
  2. D6=2:A man is walking up the road. He is carrying a large box. He is walking very slowly because the box is very heavy. He is walking slowly because he is tired. He wants someone to give him a ride to the next town.
  3. D6=3:A family is camping, with children roasting marshmallows.
  4. D6=4:A group of merchants are transporting goods on pack mules. They are heading away from the players and are travelling along the road as they head to another village where they trade with other merchants. They will stop and ask if any of the players want to purchase any items they are transporting. If they do so, they can buy items at discounted prices.
  5. D6=5:A group of 1d4+3 soldiers are patrolling the road, looking for bandits or criminals.
  6. D6=6:A woman is walking down the road. She is talking to herself. She has a small satchel over her shoulder, and it has a few silver pieces in it. She's going to town to get some food for her family.

d100 = 2

  1. D6=1:Q9: A man approaches the players and asks for help. He tells the players that he has been robbed by two men named Bob and Bill. The two men have been robbed of 10 silver pieces and 5 gold pieces each. The two men have also taken his horse, carriage and everything else he owned.
  2. D6=2:A group of 2d8 humans are traveling through the area. They are going to a nearby town to buy supplies before continuing on their journey elsewhere.
  3. D6=3:A girl is collecting shiny pebbles.
  4. D6=4:A woman is playing a flute.
  5. D6=5:You come across a fresh campsite showing signs of a hasty departure.
  6. D6=6:The party meets 1d6 trolls who are weaving intricate flower crowns. They offer to make some for the adventurers, discussing the meaning of different flowers and their symbolism with surprising insight.

d100 = 3

  1. D6=1:A man named Gorc is on the road, looking for work. He's a warrior and is willing to fight for the party for a few coins.
  2. D6=2:A man offering maps of the local area for sale.
  3. D6=3:A merchant cart full of copper coins and a merchant. The merchant will offer you some copper coins. If you accept them, then the merchant will be robbed and killed by bandits later that night. If you refuse them, then the merchant will get angry and attack.
  4. D6=4:A woman is walking down the road. She is talking to herself. She has a small satchel over her shoulder, and it has a few silver pieces in it. She's going to town to get some food for her family.
  5. D6=5:A group of 3d6 gnolls carrying spears are walking down the road. If players approach, they will attack!
  6. D6=6:A group of 2d6 humans are heading through the area. They are going to a nearby city to sell their harvest from the last few weeks.

d100 = 4

  1. D6=1:Three women named Momma, Ma, and Ma are walking down the road with a cart full of turnips and other root vegetables. They're headed to the local shire to sell their harvest at market day.
  2. D6=2:The party comes across a group of travelers who are searching for a lost relic in a nearby ruined temple. The relic is said to have the power to control the elements, but the temple is home to dangerous traps and creatures.
  3. D6=3:A group of goblins appear, shouting and waving their weapons. But as the players get closer, they realize the goblins are actually trying to warn them of a danger ahead.
  4. D6=4:A man is walking down the road, looking sullen and depressed. He is wearing black robes and has a few tattoos on his arms, but nothing that looks like any kind of magical symbol or spell.
  5. D6=5:A group of farmers is working in the fields, waving as you pass.
  6. D6=6:A group of seven men sit around a campfire on the side of the road. The men are dressed in rags, but they are armed with swords, shields, and helmets. The men are soldiers who have been banished from their homeland and they are looking for work.

d100 = 5

  1. D6=1:A swarm of angry bees descends upon the players, seeking revenge for their destroyed hive. The players must either negotiate with the bees or fight them off.
  2. D6=2:A pair of scouts mapping out the area.
  3. D6=3:A group of players who are dressed as elves, and they are all singing songs of elven glory and honor, while they march through the woods. They will challenge any non-elves to battle.
  4. D6=4:By a serene river, 2d6 skeletons are composing music on hand-carved flutes. They eagerly share their compositions, inviting the adventurers to join in or simply listen to the haunting melodies.
  5. D6=5:A pair of travelers arguing over the best route to take.
  6. D6=6:A series of disturbing guttural melodies echo from the treeline as the group encounters 2d4 gnolls, their jaws dripping with the remnants of previous meals.

d100 = 6

  1. D6=1:A caravan of refugees begs for aid as they flee from a nearby war-torn city. The players must decide whether to help them or continue on their journey.
  2. D6=2:Q1: A group of 2d6 orcs are walking down the road. They are looking for food and supplies. They will attack the players if they feel threatened.
  3. D6=3:A group of knights ride past, led by a noble king and queen. They offer to make the players knights in their service, but only if they can prove their bravery and loyalty.
  4. D6=4:A cart loaded with barrels of ale trundles past.
  5. D6=5:A farmer harvesting crops by the roadside.
  6. D6=6:A strange and mysterious figure appears before the players, claiming to be a time-traveler from the future. They offer to help the players in exchange for a small favor - preventing a catastrophic event that will happen in their timeline.

d100 = 7

  1. D6=1:A group of 2d6 elven rangers are hunting in the forest, looking for game to hunt for food or clothing or equipment or weapons or anything else that they can use since they're elves and live in the forest and need everything they can get since they're stuck living in the forest since they're elven rangers who hunt in elven forests which means that they have nowhere else to go since they're elves who live in elven forests...
  2. D6=2:A traveling illusionist performs impressive tricks along the road but vanishes along with the party’s locked chest. A series of magical illusions complicates the pursuit.
  3. D6=3:A strange rift in the fabric of reality has opened up on the road, leading to a parallel dimension. The players must navigate through this dangerous and unfamiliar place to find a way back to their own reality.
  4. D6=4:Nothing Seems Out of Place - Nothing out of the ordinary seems to be happening nearby, but something feels off or wrong about this place.
  5. D6=5:On the road, the party discovers 2d8 goblins organizing a nature hike. They mark interesting plants and animals and invite the adventurers to join and learn about local flora and fauna.
  6. D6=6:A group of 1d10+2 ogres is walking down the road. They are headed towards the local village, where they plan on killing all the villagers and feasting on their corpses. The players can attack them before they have a chance to do any damage or they can follow them back to their hideout after they have committed their crimes.

d100 = 8

  1. D6=1:The party finds a group of gnomes who have set up a marketplace in the middle of the road. They offer an array of strange and magical items for sale, but they only accept rare and valuable items as payment. The gnomes may also have a hidden agenda in their seemingly innocent business.
  2. D6=2:The players see a group of men carrying large sacks. They are walking up the road. The men are carrying flour to make bread for the church.
  3. D6=3:On the road, the party meets a young adventurer who is lost and seeking guidance. They quickly discover that the adventurer is actually a shape-shifting dragon who wants to learn more about the world outside of its hidden lair. The party can either help the dragon or be wary of its true intentions.
  4. D6=4:Two men are walking down the road talking about how they were cheated out of their money at a nearby inn. They went there to get a good meal, but got served terrible food that made them sick for days.
  5. D6=5:The players see a group of four men and women, led by one man and one woman, rush by on their horses. The four riders are carrying what appears to be a dead body on the back of their horse. The body is covered by a blanket.
  6. D6=6:As the moon reaches its zenith, the howl of a pack of 2d4 werewolves echoes through the night, surrounding the party and prepared for the hunt.

d100 = 9

  1. D6=1:A group of mermaids ask for the players' help in retrieving a stolen pearl from a sea monster. In return, they offer to grant one wish to each player.
  2. D6=2:A Elf Scout is running towards the players with a panicked look on his face. He is about to be attacked by 2d4+2 Giant Spiders. The players can help him defeat the spiders, or leave him to die.
  3. D6=3:A group of traveling monks are on a pilgrimage to a holy site. They offer the players food and shelter for the night in exchange for some protection on their journey.
  4. D6=4:The party comes across 1d4 bandits brewing and sampling a range of wild teas. They offer to share their favorite blends, each with unique flavors and minor beneficial effects, in exchange for tales of the road.
  5. D6=5:A group of three men and women are sitting by the side of the road. They are sitting around a small campfire, arguing about the best way to get to the nearby city safely. They will ask the players for their advice on the best way to get to the nearby city safely. They will then follow the players, thanking them for their help.
  6. D6=6:A small, sickly looking child crawls from the underbrush, pleading for help. As players approach, 1d4 imps reveal themselves, masquerading as the child to lure their victims.

d100 = 10

  1. D6=1:You see a strange looking man, his face has clearly been scarred but you are not sure how. He is wearing robes and has a strange looking staff with strange markings on it. He will ask you if you have seen a strange creature, it has a rat's body but has the head of an owl.
  2. D6=2:A rowdy festival masks a team of 2d6 thieves conducting mass pickpocketing. One of the thieves drops a map to their hideout in the chaos.
  3. D6=3:A farmer offers you fresh milk from his goats.
  4. D6=4:A man named Henry is walking down the road, looking for work as a hired sword. He has no skills or abilities and is wearing mismatched armor and carrying a rusty sword.
  5. D6=5:A carriage passes you, and you see a masked man inside. He looks like he's in pain.
  6. D6=6:A wandering hermit looking for a quiet place to meditate.

d100 = 11

  1. D6=1:A group of bards are having a fierce battle of words and musical instruments in the town square. The party can participate and impress the crowd, or they can try to break up the argument before it turns violent.
  2. D6=2:Along a winding road, 3d8 kobolds conduct a peaceful ritual to honor an ancient dragon. They invite the adventurers to observe and participate, sharing food and traditional songs as a gesture of goodwill.
  3. D6=3:A boy is playing with a wooden sword.
  4. D6=4:A dog barks at something, but nothing is there. The dog will bark at this spot again if the party comes back this way later.
  5. D6=5:The party stumbles upon an ancient, rusted suit of armor standing motionless in the center of the road. As they inspect it, 1d4 flying swords suddenly animate and attack with ferocity.
  6. D6=6:As the party travels through a dense forest, they come across a tree that seems to be moving and groaning in pain. Upon closer inspection, they find out that the tree is actually a dryad who has been cursed by an evil witch. The party must find a way to break the curse and save the dryad before it's too late.

d100 = 12

  1. D6=1:A quartet of adventurers hurries past you, muttering about a "big score" in the nearby mountains.
  2. D6=2:The sound of music drifts from a nearby village festival.
  3. D6=3:A group of 5d4 men-at-arms are on their way to a nearby city. They've been hired to help with the defense of the city walls.
  4. D6=4:A fierce thunderstorm suddenly breaks out, forcing the players to take shelter in a nearby abandoned cottage. But is the cottage truly abandoned?
  5. D6=5:The party sees a group of 3d4 skeletons riding horses. If the players approach, the skeletons will attack and if possible, ride away on their horses.
  6. D6=6:A group of 1d4+2 men are standing by the road. They are all drunk and will attempt to harass (or mug, or rob) any passersby.

d100 = 13

  1. D6=1:A pair of children play hide-and-seek among the tall grass.
  2. D6=2:A mysterious elven woman appears on the road, offering to tell the players a fortune for a small fee. Her fortunes are often eerily accurate.
  3. D6=3:A pair of lovebirds flits from branch to branch above you.
  4. D6=4:An old wooden signpost stands at a crossroads, marked by scratches and claw marks. Suddenly, 1d4 manticores swoop down, their barbed tails poised to strike.
  5. D6=5:A group of goblins are attacked by a group of orcs.
  6. D6=6:A couple of teens are playing a game of dice.

d100 = 14

  1. D6=1:The party sees a group of 4 goblins playing some kind of game near the side of the road. They look like they're having fun. Any players who approach them will be invited to join the game. One of the goblins will speak Common and will explain that this is a game of chance where players wager on where an arrow will land after it's thrown by one of the goblins.
  2. D6=2:A woman is walking down the road. She is lost and she is trying to find her way home. She is lost and she has been walking for three days now and has not found her way home yet.
  3. D6=3:The players see a group of men carrying large sacks. They are walking up the road. The men are carrying flour to make bread for the mill.
  4. D6=4:As the players make their way through a thick fog, they stumble upon a group of lost travelers. Will they help them find their way or be wary of their motives?
  5. D6=5:A couple of children collecting feathers and stones.
  6. D6=6:A flock of giant birds are nesting on the road, making it impossible to pass through. The players must figure out a way to convince the birds to let them through without harming them.

d100 = 15

  1. D6=1:You hear the distant sound of a river and consider taking a detour to replenish your water supply.
  2. D6=2:A group of men are in the process of transporting a body in a coffin via wagon to their village's graveyard for burial.
  3. D6=3:A group of orcs are attacked by a group of humans.
  4. D6=4:A merchant is traveling through the area with his beautiful daughter and his donkey cart filled with his goods. He will offer the party anything he has for sale if they talk to him - even things he doesn't have - but the merchant is an honest man who wants to make a living while doing what he loves - traveling and meeting new people - so he will deal fairly with the party if they deal fairly with him
  5. D6=5:A man is walking down the road. He is lost and he is trying to find his way home. He is lost and has been walking for three days now and has not found his way home yet.
  6. D6=6:A weary dragon asks for a sip of water from the players' canteens. In return, it offers to answer one question truthfully.

d100 = 16

  1. D6=1:A group of children play hopscotch on the side of the road.
  2. D6=2:A broken down carriage on the side of the road holds a group of nobles who were on their way to a grand ball. They need the party's help to get the carriage fixed and continue on their journey, but there may be more to their story than meets the eye.
  3. D6=3:A man is walking down the road with a large sack over his shoulder. He is whistling a happy tune.
  4. D6=4:A group of 2d4 men-at-arms are on their way to a nearby city. They've been hired to help with the defense of the city walls.
  5. D6=5:The players stumble upon a group of monks who are searching for a sacred relic stolen by a group of thieves. If they offer their assistance, they may be rewarded with newfound wisdom and rare artifacts.
  6. D6=6:A traveling bard is playing a beautiful melody on his lute. If players listen to his performance, they will receive a small boost to their morale.

d100 = 17

  1. D6=1:A young boy attempting to train his pet falcon.
  2. D6=2:The road is covered in mud, making it difficult to traverse.
  3. D6=3:A traveling potion-maker offers to sell the party some of their goods. But upon drinking the potions, the party realizes that the potions are actually cursed. The party must find a way to break the curse or deal with the consequences.
  4. D6=4:A group of children are playing by the side of the road. They are pretending to be soldiers fighting in a war with their toy swords and toy bows and arrows.
  5. D6=5:A woman with a large head and small body is looking for her pet gerbil that has gotten away from her again. She will ask the party if they have seen it and will offer them some freshly baked cookies if they help her find it. She lost the gerbil while she was wandering around looking for an ogre she saw earlier that day while out on the road. She's not sure if it was real or not, but it was big and had one eye, so she thinks it might have been an ogre or an ogress or something like that...
  6. D6=6:A child has lost her dog and asks for help finding it.

d100 = 18

  1. D6=1:Four men sit around a campfire on the side of the road far from any town or village or city or temple or church or graveyard or any other place where anyone would bother them for any reason at all because this area is deserted except for this one place where these four men sit around this campfire on this side of this road far from any town or village or city or temple or church or graveyard or any other place where anyone would bother them for any reason at all because this area is deserted except for this one place where these four men sit around this campfire on this side of this road...
  2. D6=2:A caravan of merchants is traveling down the road, but their cart breaks and they need help fixing it. If the party helps, the merchants reward them with a rare and valuable item.
  3. D6=3:A group of satyrs invite the players to join their nighttime feast and celebration. The players must dance and perform to earn the satyrs' favor.
  4. D6=4:A mother is scolding her children.
  5. D6=5:The party encounters a village that is being terrorized by a werewolf. They must find a way to stop the creature before it strikes again, or risk being bitten and cursed themselves.
  6. D6=6:A group of 2d6 farmers are walking along the road. They are going to the nearby town to sell their crops at the market. They will offer to hire the players as mercenaries to protect their crops from bandits. They will offer the players a share of their crop profits as payment if they will agree to protect their crops on their journey back to their farms after the harvest has been sold at the market.

d100 = 19

  1. D6=1:A group of men is walking down the road. They are carrying a statue of a horse. If the party asks, they will say they are taking it to a nearby village. If they are asked to rest, they will say they can't because they must get the statue there before dark.
  2. D6=2:A beggar is sitting by the road, asking for alms.
  3. D6=3:A group of men are sitting on the side of the road, drinking and playing games. They look like they have been there for a while and are feeling good. They are willing to share their drinks and games with anyone who wants to join in.
  4. D6=4:A small brook flows parallel to the road, its waters crystal clear.
  5. D6=5:A beggar asking for food or money.
  6. D6=6:A talking cat asks the party for help finding their missing witch owner. If the party helps, the witch may reward them with some unique magical items or ingredients.

d100 = 20

  1. D6=1:A man, who is dressed as a traveling farmer, is singing a song about a princess and a dragon. The song is about how the princess was captured by a dragon, but saved by a knight. The man is singing the song really bad and really off key. The man is really bad and really off key, which means that players might be tempted to help him with his song.
  2. D6=2:Two men are walking down the road together, talking about the war. They both look like they have been in a few battles and they are both carrying swords on their belts.
  3. D6=3:The remnants of a stone circle lie in ruins, with strange symbols glowing faintly in the twilight. As players approach, they are confronted by 1d4 banshees emerging from the stones.
  4. D6=4:A traveling librarian sharing stories and books.
  5. D6=5:A traveling merchant offers to sell you a small, white rock for 1 GP.
  6. D6=6:An old man is walking up the road. He is heading to visit relatives in the next town over. He is traveling by foot because he can't afford the fare for a horse or carriage. He can tell players about what happened in the town that is to the west of the players' town because he used to live there before he moved south to find work.

d100 = 21

  1. D6=1:A group of nobles hunting with their entourage.
  2. D6=2:A group of displaced faeries are trying to find their way back to their own realm, and the players must help them navigate through difficult terrain while being pursued by dark creatures.
  3. D6=3:A mysterious figure in a full hooded cloak walks by and says, "Beware, dark forces are gathering in the forest ahead." Then disappears.
  4. D6=4:A group of faeries are having a tea party in the middle of the road. They will offer the adventurers delicious treats and tea, but if they partake, they will be shrunk down to the size of a mouse and have to complete a series of challenges to return to their normal size.
  5. D6=5:The party is suddenly surrounded by a thick fog, making it hard to see and navigate. In the distance, they hear a pack of wolves howling, getting closer and closer. The party must find a way to escape the fog and the wolves before it's too late.
  6. D6=6:A group of 2d6+2 soldiers are marching down the road. They are on their way to a nearby village. The soldiers are part of a nearby army. They are escorting supplies to the village.

d100 = 22

  1. D6=1:A group of children sells lemonade and cookies by the roadside.
  2. D6=2:A scarecrow has been dressed in festive clothes for an upcoming harvest festival.
  3. D6=3:A notorious thief disguised as a wandering bard joins the party's campfire for the evening, opting to steal their magical items during the night. Clues are left behind in the form of enigmatic songs and riddles.
  4. D6=4:A group of friendly giants are having a picnic on the side of the road and invite the players to join them. However, their giant-sized food may prove to be a challenge for the players to eat.
  5. D6=5:The players see a group of women walking up the road. They are carrying boxes and sacks of goods purchased in the next town over. They are very happy and friendly.
  6. D6=6:A bandit ambush! Roll initiative as bandits jump out from the bushes and try to rob the players. If they defeat the bandits, they find a note on the leader revealing that they were hired by a rival faction to cause chaos.

d100 = 23

  1. D6=1:A man is selling maps with details of the region's bandits, thieves, and other miscreants.
  2. D6=2:A group of children are playing a game of tag. If players join in and win, the children will reward them with a small trinket that has magical properties.
  3. D6=3:An inn called "The Wayward Traveler" is known for its delicious stew and its infamous ghost who haunts the tavern. If the players can dispel the ghost, the innkeeper will give them free room and board for the night.
  4. D6=4:A group of 4d6 humans are fleeing from a pack of 3d10 wolves.
  5. D6=5:At a hunter's lodge, the prized pelts have been stolen, left with a signature emblem of local bandits known for targeting caravans. The lodge master offers a hefty reward for their return.
  6. D6=6:A giant troll is guarding a bridge and demanding a toll for anyone who wants to cross. Players can choose to pay the toll or find a way to outsmart the troll.

d100 = 24

  1. D6=1:The party stumbles upon a group of dwarves mining for rare gems in a nearby cave. They offer to sell the players raw materials or even teach them the secrets of mining.
  2. D6=2:A strange mist fills the air, causing the players to lose their sense of direction. As they try to find their way through, they encounter eerie creatures and illusions.
  3. D6=3:You see a single butterfly fluttering on the side of the road. Roll a perception check. If the roll is successful, the party notices that the butterfly has a tiny message tied to its wing. The message is a request for help from a small village nearby.
  4. D6=4:A merchant's wagon has broken down and he is struggling to fix it. He offers the players a good deal on his goods if they help him.
  5. D6=5:A group of 1d10+2 ogres is walking down the road. They are headed towards the local village, where they plan on killing all the villagers and feasting on their corpses. The players can attack them before they have a chance to do any damage or they can follow them back to their hideout after they have committed their crimes.
  6. D6=6:A woman is singing a lullaby to her baby.

d100 = 25

  1. D6=1:A group of players who are dressed as humans, and they are all singing songs of human love and romance, while they march through the woods. They will challenge any non-humans to battle.
  2. D6=2:A mysterious elven woman appears on the road, offering to tell the players a fortune for a small fee. Her fortunes are often eerily accurate.
  3. D6=3:A traveling circus is passing by, offering free tickets to their show. However, it turns out the circus is run by a group of dark and dangerous wizards using the performance as a front for their evil deeds.
  4. D6=4:A group of 1d4+3 former soldiers are traveling the road, looking for a new place to settle down in. They have left their home kingdom.
  5. D6=5:The gravel crunches under your feet as you walk along the road.
  6. D6=6:A stone statue of a man is being repaired. The statue is broken and it appears to be a statue of a nobleman. The workers are arguing about how the statue should be repaired. Work is halted because of the argument.

d100 = 26

  1. D6=1:A group of travelers on the road are being attacked by a pack of ferocious owlbears. The party can choose to help the travelers or ignore their cries for help. But if they do decide to help, they may have to face the wrath of the powerful and terrifying mother owlbear.
  2. D6=2:A group of children are playing a game that involves throwing small rocks at a nearby statue of an elf. The children are throwing rocks at the statue of an elf because the elf is not human. The children will stop throwing rocks at the statue of an elf if they are talked to by a human who tells them that elves are human just like humans are human. The children will then stop throwing rocks at the statue of an elf.
  3. D6=3:The party encounters a traveling princess, disguised as a peasant, trying to escape an arranged marriage. Will they help her or turn her over to her pursuers?
  4. D6=4:Several people are walking along the road towards a nearby village to sell their produce at market there. If players approach, they will ask if any of them want to buy any of their goods or harvest any of their crop fields which they have been cultivating for several months now. The grain, fruit and vegetables they have been growing is extremely fresh, but is at its peak ripeness and must be sold within 24 hours or else it will rot and become useless to sell at market price or for personal use.
  5. D6=5:A group of 4d4 orcs are riding on horses, they are riding towards the party lashing out with lances and spears at any human they see.
  6. D6=6:The party steps in to protect a jeweler visited by masked robbers exactly at noon every day, only to uncover an inside job orchestrated by a trusted employee.

d100 = 27

  1. D6=1:A couple of children collecting feathers and stones.
  2. D6=2:An elderly man, dressed in rags, calls to the players from the side of the road. He asks for help. If the players approach, he tells them that he is a wizard, and that he was on his way to a nearby village to help the villagers before being robbed and left for dead by bandits. He then asks for help getting back to the village. If players help him, he will cast one spell on them before leaving. The spell will either be beneficial or harmful, depending on the GM's whim.
  3. D6=3:A group of four men and women, who look like they are on their way to a wedding, are attacked by four goblins. They will fight the goblins, because they hate them. They hate all goblins, even though they have never seen one.
  4. D6=4:A group of players who are dressed as humans, and they are all singing songs of human woe and misery, while they march through the woods. They will challenge any non-humans to battle.
  5. D6=5:A group of men are arguing about whether the moon is made of cheese or eggshells.
  6. D6=6:A dog leading a sheep that has strayed from the flock.

d100 = 28

  1. D6=1:A man is whistling a tune.
  2. D6=2:A group of children are playing in the middle of the road, completely oblivious to any danger. If the party doesn't stop in time, the children will scatter and one of them will be hurt. The children will then beg for help to get their injured friend to a nearby healer.
  3. D6=3:The players hear a noise coming from inside a nearby ditch. They find a group of 2d6 dwarves who are celebrating their latest dig. They have stumbled upon a small treasure trove within the ditch and they are celebrating their newfound wealth.
  4. D6=4:While traveling, the players will come across a beautiful and enchanted meadow filled with mythical creatures. But when they attempt to leave, they realize they have been trapped in the meadow and must solve a riddle to escape.
  5. D6=5:A group of travelers claim to have seen a ghost in the nearby woods. If the party investigates, they find that it is actually a group of mischievous pixies playing pranks on the travelers.
  6. D6=6:Two goblins arguing over a map

d100 = 29

  1. D6=1:A dog barking at something unseen in the woods.
  2. D6=2:A fisherman cooking his catch over an open fire.
  3. D6=3:The party sees a group of 4 men and women, gathering food from a field. They are farmers and will tell the party to leave the field if they try to take any food without helping them first.
  4. D6=4:A merchant cart full of copper coins and a merchant. The merchant will offer you some copper coins. If you accept them, then the merchant will be robbed and killed by bandits later that night. If you refuse them, then the merchant will get angry and attack.
  5. D6=5:A group of 1d4+3 soldiers are patrolling the road, looking for bandits or criminals.
  6. D6=6:A young girl with a magical amulet approaches the players, crying and asking for their help. She has accidentally summoned a powerful demon and needs the players to help her banish it back to the underworld.

d100 = 30

  1. D6=1:A pair of young lovers, out for a picnic. A young couple, out for a picnic. It is a lovely day and they are enjoying it by the side of the road. If disturbed, they will ask if you would like to join them for lunch. They have plenty.
  2. D6=2:You see a man walking down the road. He is walking in a strange way, like he is walking on hot coals. If you stop and talk to him, he will say he has been walking for two weeks and cannot feel his feet anymore but he cannot rest because he is being chased by a horde of zombies.
  3. D6=3:A potter selling clay pots and dishes.
  4. D6=4:A group of 1d8 orcs is found collecting wildflowers for an upcoming festival. They nervously ask if the party has seen any particularly rare blooms in the area and will trade minor items for assistance in locating them.
  5. D6=5:Wagon of hay with 2 dwarves sitting on the hay. Inside the hay are 4 goblins. The dwarves are on their way to the nearby city to sell the goblins. They will not sell the goblins to you. They will fight you instead.
  6. D6=6:A group of 1d4 humans are arguing about where to go next. They are willing to take the players to a local village where there is a wizard who might be able to help them defeat the lizardfolk and save the world.

d100 = 31

  1. D6=1:A group of men is walking down the road. They are carrying several large statues of horses. They will tell anyone who asks that they are taking them to a nearby village where they will sell them for a profit.
  2. D6=2:The air grows thick with the stench of decay as the road narrows between ancient tombs. 3d4 skeletal warriors, each armored and carrying rusted weapons, rise to defend their final resting place.
  3. D6=3:A group of young adults are gathered at a tavern. They are talking about their future and one of them has a map. The young adults are planning a trip somewhere. The map indicates that they are planning to go to a nearby dungeon.
  4. D6=4:A group of men are sitting around a campfire, talking about the recent kidnapping of their king. They are looking for someone to help them rescue their king. If the players ask, they will say that the king was kidnapped by orcs.
  5. D6=5:You see a strange looking man, he is wearing robes and has a staff with a strange looking crystal at the top of it. He is talking to another man about a strange creature that has the body of a lion and the head of an eagle.
  6. D6=6:A talking tree offers to guide the players through the forest in exchange for a favor - retrieving a magical fruit from the other side of the forest.

d100 = 32

  1. D6=1:On the road, the party comes across a broken down carriage and a distraught noble. They soon find out that the noble's daughter has been kidnapped by a group of goblins and must save her before it is too late.
  2. D6=2:Two merchants: Two merchants are travelling down the road carrying chests full of gold, gems, and jewelry. If players approach, they will ask them to guard the caravan while they
  3. D6=3:A young elf is sitting at a crossroads, crying. When approached, they reveal that they were on their way to a nearby city to start a new life, but were robbed and left with nothing. They ask the party for help in retrieving their stolen items.
  4. D6=4:A group of friendly nature spirits offer the players a chance to rest and rejuvenate in their magical oasis. But are they truly as friendly as they seem?
  5. D6=5:A group of villagers are frantically trying to put out a fire in their nearby village. The fire was started by a group of mischievous goblins who will flee at the sight of the adventurers.
  6. D6=6:A merchant is traveling through the area with his beautiful daughter and his donkey cart filled with his goods. He will offer the party anything he has for sale if they talk to him - even things he doesn't have - but the merchant is an honest man who wants to make a living while doing what he loves - traveling and meeting new people - so he will deal fairly with the party if they deal fairly with him

d100 = 33

  1. D6=1:A group of 1d8+2 ghouls attack the party!
  2. D6=2:A pack of friendly werewolves are enjoying a picnic on the side of the road. They invite the players to join them and share some of their delicious food.
  3. D6=3:A group of 2d6 humans are celebrating at the roadside. They will invite the players to join them. They are celebrating their capture of a lizardfolk. The lizardfolk is tied up, but is still alive and can be questioned or rescued.
  4. D6=4:The road follows the bank of a slow-moving river.
  5. D6=5:A caravan of 1d20 orcs is taking a leisurely journey to visit distant relatives. They invite the party to join their campfire for stories and share traditional orcish melodies and dances.
  6. D6=6:A crying woman is sitting on the side of the road, surrounded by a ring of mushrooms. If the players approach, she will beg for their help to break her curse and return her to her true form of a dryad.

d100 = 34

  1. D6=1:A bard is singing a beautiful and haunting melody in the woods. If the adventurers listen closely, they will realize it is a warning of a powerful cursed item that is hidden nearby. If they can find and destroy the item, the bard will reward them with a powerful magical item.
  2. D6=2:A weary traveler sits by the roadside, tending to a small fire. He invites you to join him and share stories.
  3. D6=3:A group of 3d6 humans are walking down the road with their swords and shields. They are headed towards a nearby village to fight in a war. They are unaware that they are headed towards their own death.
  4. D6=4:A group of dwarves are on their way to reclaim their ancestral homeland from a dragon. They ask the party to help them plant a trap for the dragon in exchange for a share of the treasure.
  5. D6=5:The sound of distant thunder warns you of an approaching storm.
  6. D6=6:A beautiful woman approaches the party, asking for food and water. She is a poor woman, just trying to make it through the winter. If players help her, she will give them a magical cloak of winter that is enchanted to be twenty degrees warmer than the surrounding temperature.

d100 = 35

  1. D6=1:The players see a group of men walking up the road. They are carrying axes and large sacks. The men are construction workers who are building a new house on the other side of the road.
  2. D6=2:In the ruins of an old inn, the party encounters 2d4 minotaurs painstakingly rebuilding the structure. They welcome the adventurers to rest there, offering freshly cooked meals and ale in a partially completed common room.
  3. D6=3:An old man is walking up the road. He is heading to visit relatives in the next town over. He is traveling by foot because he can't afford the fare for a horse or carriage. He can tell players about what happened in the town that is to the west of the players' town because he used to live there before he moved south to find work.
  4. D6=4:Along the road, the party comes across a stone statue of a powerful warrior. The statue comes to life and reveals that it was once a member of a legendary group of heroes. But the warrior is now cursed and needs the party's help to find redemption.
  5. D6=5:A woman is selling homemade cookies from a basket.
  6. D6=6:A group of traders haggling over prices.

d100 = 36

  1. D6=1:A mother is scolding her children.
  2. D6=2:A group of 3d6 gnolls carrying spears are walking down the road. If players approach, they will attack!
  3. D6=3:A wolf howls in the distance, sending chills down your spine.
  4. D6=4:Villagers are constructing a new well in the center of town.
  5. D6=5:The players encounter a cart filled with various goods and a farmer driving it. The farmer offers to trade for any items the players might have.
  6. D6=6:An old well sits by the roadside, offering cool, fresh water.

d100 = 37

  1. D6=1:Two men approach you and say, 'We heard there was some work going at the local tavern.' They will try to get hired as henchmen by promising to be loyal servants who will do whatever they are told without question or complaint.
  2. D6=2:An ancient bell tower tolls, signaling a grand heist is underway in the nearby town. The party must navigate rooftops and shadowy alleyways to thwart it.
  3. D6=3:A lone old man is walking along the road ahead of the party. He is carrying a sack and has a stick in his hand, using it as a cane to walk with. He is headed towards a nearby town and will talk to players if they talk to him and offer him help getting there, introducing them to an NPC that will be important later in the campaign when the party goes to that town to do something there and can seek out this old man who will help them because they helped him when he was traveling along the road to that town while carrying his sack of goodies along with his walking stick that he uses to help him walk along the dusty roads while he's traveling from place to place hoping to find work and make a profit before he dies and goes to meet his maker in the afterlife.
  4. D6=4:A butcher is selling fresh cuts of meat from a cart.
  5. D6=5:A group of bards are singing and playing music on the side of the road. They invite the players to join in and sing a song or two.
  6. D6=6:A man is delivering milk from a cart.

d100 = 38

  1. D6=1:A horse with a golden bridle runs past the players, followed closely by a group of bandits. The horse is rumored to have magical properties and could be a valuable ally if the players can catch it.
  2. D6=2:A group of 2d4 soldiers are marching down the road. They are on their way to a nearby village. The soldiers are part of a nearby army that is patrolling the roads to keep them safe from bandits and thieves.
  3. D6=3:A pair of townsfolk debating the best way to reach the next village.
  4. D6=4:The adventurers come across 2d8 ogres performing a serene martial arts practice. They invite the party to observe or participate, sharing knowledge about discipline and balance through their graceful movements.
  5. D6=5:A giant tree has fallen across the road, blocking the way forward. Upon investigation, it appears that the tree is actually a powerful treant who has been injured and is in need of help. If the adventurers can heal the treant, it will become a powerful ally.
  6. D6=6:A group of 2d6 men and women carrying a coffin between them. They will ask if anyone is willing to help them bury their friend. If no one is willing to help, they will bury him by the side of the road and continue on their way.

d100 = 39

  1. D6=1:A traveling minstrel sings a hauntingly beautiful song that tells the story of a legendary sword hidden in a nearby cave. The players can choose to go on a quest to find it.
  2. D6=2:The road leads to a disused and crumbling cemetery. As players pass, the ground beneath their feet quakes, and 2d6 skeletons claw their way from the earth, weapons in hand.
  3. D6=3:A pair of young lovers, out for a picnic. A young couple, out for a picnic. It is a lovely day and they are enjoying it by the side of the road. If disturbed, they will ask if you would like to join them for lunch. They have plenty.
  4. D6=4:A forsaken merchant caravan lies in ruins, the bodies of its crew strewn about. As players investigate, they are set upon by 2d4 ghouls attracted by the scent of death.
  5. D6=5:A group of players find a group of men sitting around a campfire. They are playing cards and gambling. The men will challenge the players to a game of cards. If they win, they will get a large amount of gold from the men. If they lose, they will have to fight the men one on one.
  6. D6=6:A group of 1d4+3 hunters are riding horses through this area, looking for game or bandits or other troublemakers.

d100 = 40

  1. D6=1:A group of bandits dressed in ridiculous costumes (think clowns or jesters) jump out from behind some bushes and demand that the players give them all of their gold.
  2. D6=2:You find a shiny coin on the ground.
  3. D6=3:A group of children are playing with a ball. The ball rolls into the street and is almost run over by a wagon full of goods. The players can help the children get their ball back, or not bother helping them.
  4. D6=4:A magical mirror stands on the side of the road, and anyone who gazes into it will see a reflection of themselves as an older version. The mirror offers advice or a warning about their future.
  5. D6=5:A young girl with a magical amulet approaches the players, crying and asking for their help. She has accidentally summoned a powerful demon and needs the players to help her banish it back to the underworld.
  6. D6=6:A tinker's wagon is loaded with pots, pans, and other metal goods for sale.

d100 = 41

  1. D6=1:Trotting down the path, the party encounters 1d10 centaurs playing flutes and singing harmoniously. They invite the party to join in their song and share tales of the forest in exchange for news from the wider world.
  2. D6=2:A group of 2d6 humans are searching the area for lizardfolk. They will attack if they see any lizardfolk or players.
  3. D6=3:A traveling blacksmith offering to sharpen weapons and tools.
  4. D6=4:A group of friendly goblins are being hunted by their own kind for betraying their tribe. They ask for the players' help in escaping and starting a new life.
  5. D6=5:On a stormy night, smugglers attempt to steal the party’s boat. A chase ensues across treacherous waters and rocky cliffs.
  6. D6=6:A couple of children collecting feathers and stones.

d100 = 42

  1. D6=1:An elderly woman collecting wildflowers.
  2. D6=2:A group of young adults are gathered at a tavern. They are talking about their future and one of them has a map. The young adults are planning a trip somewhere. The map indicates that they are planning to go to a nearby dungeon.
  3. D6=3:A man is in the road. He is dressed in the clothing of a king. The man has been robbed of his shoes, his crown, and his gold. He needs help getting back to his kingdom. He has a handsome reward if the party helps him get back to his kingdom.
  4. D6=4:You find a shiny coin on the ground.
  5. D6=5:A group of 2d6 men carrying axes and wearing leather armor are walking down the road, looking for work as mercenaries for anyone who pays them well. They are led by a man named Egil Blackaxe who is loudmouthed and full of himself but actually has several years of experience fighting bandits and other dangerous creatures around this area. He is willing to hire himself and his men out to anyone who can meet his price.
  6. D6=6:A man approaches the players asking them if they have seen his brother, who has gone missing in the area recently.

d100 = 43

  1. D6=1:At a roadside shrine, the adventurers find 2d8 skeletons quietly maintaining the area, arranging flowers, and lighting incense. They bow to the party and motion for peaceful passage, leaving offerings of polished bone tokens for good luck.
  2. D6=2:A gnome tinkerer is selling various gadgets and gizmos on the roadside, claiming they can make your adventures more convenient. The gadgets may have unexpected consequences when used.
  3. D6=3:A man crafting furniture by the roadside.
  4. D6=4:A man with a gorilla body named Gregor is looking for his lost sister. He knows she is in the area and keeps asking the party if they have seen her.
  5. D6=5:A cart loaded with barrels of ale trundles past.
  6. D6=6:The players see a group of four men and women, led by one man and one woman, rush by on their horses. The four riders are carrying what appears to be a dead body on the back of their horse. The body is covered by a blanket.

d100 = 44

  1. D6=1:A group of men are walking down the road and talking about how much they love their wives and how great they are.
  2. D6=2:The road passes by a crystal-clear lake, perfect for a quick swim.
  3. D6=3:Two men are standing by a tree, talking about the last harvest. They will be happy to answer questions about the local area or crops but are otherwise rather dull.
  4. D6=4:A group of traveling merchants have set up a camp near the road. They have a variety of goods for sale, but one of the merchants is actually a disguised powerful sorcerer looking to gather information and test the adventurers' skills.
  5. D6=5:The players witness a fierce battle between two rival dragon clans. Will they try to intervene or just watch from a distance?
  6. D6=6:A group of villagers are dancing to lively folk music.

d100 = 45

  1. D6=1:A man with a donkey is walking along the road. He is carrying a large jug of wine. He is heading toward a nearby inn to sell his wine to the innkeeper there who pays him well for the wine he brings him.
  2. D6=2:A dog is digging a hole.
  3. D6=3:A group of 2d6+2 thieves are hiding in the bushes, waiting for a lone traveler or merchant to pass by on the road so they can ambush them, rob them, and kill them for their possessions which they will sell to a local fence who lives in a nearby city where the thieves live and work, most likely for less than what they're worth because no one wants to deal with them because they're dangerous, evil people who will do anything to get what they want even if it means killing someone who gets in their way or doesn't do what they want them to do when they want them to do it even if it's something that's not even close to being close to being fair or righteous in the slightest since they're basically just plain old evil scumbags who have no redeeming qualities what so ever aside from the fact that they're not as bad as some other people who are also basically plain old evil scumbags but not as bad as these guys since these guys at least have enough sense not to cross certain lines even if it means that they don't get everything that they want all of the time which is more than can be said about some other people that's for sure...
  4. D6=4:A wizard is performing an experiment on the side of the road. If the players help him gather ingredients, he will gift them with a magical concoction or spell scroll. However, there is a chance that his experiments may backfire and cause chaos.
  5. D6=5:A girl is picking flowers.
  6. D6=6:A group of children are playing with wooden swords and shields. They are pretending to be heroes fighting orcs and dragons. A nearby tree has 'Orc Lair' written on it in faded marker.

d100 = 46

  1. D6=1:The players encounter a group of friendly centaurs who offer to guide them through the forest. However, it turns out they are being chased by an ancient and vengeful spirit who will stop at nothing to reclaim its stolen possessions.
  2. D6=2:Rumors spread that a rare medicinal plant has been poached from a healer's garden. The party's quest involves confronting a botanist thief operating from a secret greenhouse.
  3. D6=3:You see a young boy, he is wearing common clothes but they are very dirty, his hair is very dirty too. He is holding a piece of parchment, it has strange markings on it but you can't quite make them out.
  4. D6=4:A group of soldiers are riding through the area. If the players interact with them, they will be able to tell that they are looking for a group of bandits in the area. They will offer food and water to the players if they need it.
  5. D6=5:A powerful sorcerer is standing in the middle of the road, casting spells and causing chaos. Players must find a way to defeat or calm the sorcerer down.
  6. D6=6:An old man approaches the players, begging for help. He says his wife is sick and needs medicine. If the players help him, he will reward them with gold.

d100 = 47

  1. D6=1:A group of young children are playing on the road. They have made a small fort out of sticks and twigs. They are playing a game of tag.
  2. D6=2:A farmer plows his field with a pair of stout oxen.
  3. D6=3:A sign warns of a dangerous animal in the area.
  4. D6=4:A group of travelers are being followed by a pack of hungry wolves. The travelers are desperate for help and will offer a reward for anyone who can help them fend off the wolves.
  5. D6=5:A young girl with a magical amulet approaches the players, crying and asking for their help. She has accidentally summoned a powerful demon and needs the players to help her banish it back to the underworld.
  6. D6=6:A street vendor selling freshly baked bread.

d100 = 48

  1. D6=1:A traveling circus has set up in the nearby field, but the performers have all fallen ill from a mysterious disease. The party must find a cure or risk losing the circus forever.
  2. D6=2:A baker is selling fresh bread and pastries.
  3. D6=3:A man is walking down the road. He appears to be lost and is looking around, obviously confused about the direction he is going in. If asked, he will say that he is trying to find his way back to his village but got lost because he was busy thinking about something else and did not notice that he was going in the wrong direction.
  4. D6=4:A caravan of gypsies invites you to join them for a night of storytelling and dancing.
  5. D6=5:A herd of unicorns is blocking the road. If players approach them with an open heart and good intentions, they may be blessed with good luck for the rest of their journey.
  6. D6=6:The sound of a waterwheel turning fills the air.

d100 = 49

  1. D6=1:A wounded knight is lying on the side of the road. He will give players a valuable item in exchange for taking him to the nearest town for healing.
  2. D6=2:The road forks and a signpost is covered in vines, making it unreadable. If the players take the wrong path, they stumble upon a cursed village and must find a way to break the curse before it's too late.
  3. D6=3:A group of 3d6 farmers are walking down the road with their axes and shields. They are traveling to a nearby village to harvest wheat and bring it back home. They will give the party a small reward if they help them harvest their wheat.
  4. D6=4:A tailor is offering to repair clothing.
  5. D6=5:The party finds themselves in the middle of a heated battle between two rival guilds over a valuable piece of land. They must choose a side or try to broker a peace agreement.
  6. D6=6:A thief has been caught stealing gold from a local merchant. The merchant has hired a mercenary to catch the thief, who will be hanged as punishment for his crimes.

d100 = 50

  1. D6=1:A traveling circus is setting up tents and practicing routines.
  2. D6=2:A man crafting furniture by the roadside.
  3. D6=3:You come across a group of pixies having a tea party in the middle of the road. They invite the players to join and offer some delicious and magical treats.
  4. D6=4:The party encounters 3d6 goblins who are engaged in a lively game of dice by the roadside. They invite the characters to join for a round or two, and a few of the goblins even attempt to exchange small trinkets as prizes.
  5. D6=5:In a wooded area, the party discovers 2d12 kobolds creating intricate beadwork and jewelry. They offer to teach the art and share stories behind each design, gifting enchanting pieces to those who participate.
  6. D6=6:An elderly man tells stories about the region's history.

d100 = 51

  1. D6=1:A wounded knight is lying on the side of the road. He will give players a valuable item in exchange for taking him to the nearest town for healing.
  2. D6=2:A group of skilled thieves known as the "Highwaymen" challenge the players to a heist competition - whoever can steal the most valuable treasure from a nearby castle wins.
  3. D6=3:You find a beautifully carved wooden box abandoned by the side of the road.
  4. D6=4:A group of traveling minstrels are performing a play about a brave warrior who defeated a dragon. However, halfway through the performance, a real dragon shows up and the minstrels flee, leaving the party to deal with the dragon.
  5. D6=5:A group of knights on horseback stop the players and demand a toll for traveling through their land. The players can either pay the toll or try to outsmart the knights.
  6. D6=6:The party encounters a traveling princess, disguised as a peasant, trying to escape an arranged marriage. Will they help her or turn her over to her pursuers?

d100 = 52

  1. D6=1:The road passes by a crystal-clear lake, perfect for a quick swim.
  2. D6=2:The players find a wounded paladin on the road, who was separated from their group during a battle. They will ask for the players' assistance in finding their lost comrades and avenging their defeat.
  3. D6=3:The road is blocked by a group of men. They are standing in the middle of the road. They are looking for work. They are willing to do anything.
  4. D6=4:The road takes the party past a hedge maze, where 1d12 bandits are experimenting with various plant arrangements. These former brigands have turned to horticulture and offer gardening tips or trade herbs for adventuring stories.
  5. D6=5:The party sees a group of four men and women, who look like they are on their way to a wedding. They are happy and not afraid of anything. They have never seen a dragon, even though they have lived in the area all their lives.
  6. D6=6:A group of farmers are sitting around a campfire, talking about their day. They talk about a strange creature that was seen in the woods. It had six legs and was about twelve feet tall. It was man-eating.

d100 = 53

  1. D6=1:Zorro the Mad, a deranged, old man with delusions of grandeur, approaches the party. He is carrying a large, wooden box with him. If asked, he will tell the party that he is a wizard, and that he was cast out of his tower by his evil apprentice, and he is looking for a new tower to live in. He will offer to cast a spell for the party if they help him. If the party does not help him, he will attack. If the party does help him by giving him gold and a new tower to live in, he will cast a spell that will cause the gold to be destroyed.
  2. D6=2:A gang of human thugs is walking down the road. They are headed to a local village, where they plan to steal from all the local shops. The players can stop them before they have a chance to do any damage or they can follow them back to their hideout after they have committed their crimes.
  3. D6=3:A group of skilled thieves known as the "Highwaymen" challenge the players to a heist competition - whoever can steal the most valuable treasure from a nearby castle wins.
  4. D6=4:An elderly man tells stories about the region's history.
  5. D6=5:A talking tree in the middle of the road asks the party for help in retrieving its lost acorn. If the party helps, the tree may grant them a magical seed that can grow into a useful item.
  6. D6=6:A beggar asking for food or money.

d100 = 54

  1. D6=1:A woman is making candles.
  2. D6=2:A swarm of angry bees descends upon the players, seeking revenge for their destroyed hive. The players must either negotiate with the bees or fight them off.
  3. D6=3:A crudely drawn map with an 'X' marks the spot is found on the ground. The players can follow the map to a buried treasure or it may lead them to a trap set by a rival adventuring party.
  4. D6=4:A child practicing with a wooden bow and arrows.
  5. D6=5:The party comes across a wounded dragon, who pleads for their help in defending its hoard from a group of greedy thieves.
  6. D6=6:The players stumble upon a traveling merchant who claims to have a magical item that can grant wishes. However, the item is cursed and will bring misfortune to anyone who uses it. The players must choose whether to risk using it for their own desires or destroy it to prevent harm to others.

d100 = 55

  1. D6=1:Q6: A group of 2d6 kobolds are running down the road away from something. They are babbling in their native tongue.
  2. D6=2:You see a group of 4 men and women dressed in peasant's clothing selling fruit, vegetables and other food. They are trying to get people to buy their goods, but no one seems interested in them. They are desperate and will try to give players anything they have for money. They need coins to repair their house after a recent tornado swept through the area.
  3. D6=3:A pair of fishermen selling their day's catch.
  4. D6=4:The party finds themselves in the middle of a heated battle between two rival guilds over a valuable piece of land. They must choose a side or try to broker a peace agreement.
  5. D6=5:A man with a donkey is walking along the road. He is carrying a large jug of wine. He is heading toward a nearby inn to sell his wine to the innkeeper there who pays him well for the wine he brings him.
  6. D6=6:A man is selling paintings of famous battles from the area's history.

d100 = 56

  1. D6=1:A group of travelers singing songs around a campfire.
  2. D6=2:The road winds through ancient ruins, overgrown with vegetation. As players navigate the overgrowth, 1d4 trolls emerge from the shadows, eager for fresh prey.
  3. D6=3:A scarecrow has been dressed in festive clothes for an upcoming harvest festival.
  4. D6=4:A solitary unicorn is grazing by the side of the road. It will allow the players to approach and even ride it, but only if they prove themselves to be honorable and pure of heart.
  5. D6=5:An elderly woman collecting wildflowers.
  6. D6=6:Q5: A group of 2d6 goblins are walking down the road looking for food and supplies. They will attack anyone they see.

d100 = 57

  1. D6=1:A group of 3d6 humans are walking down the road with their swords and shields. They are headed towards a nearby village to fight in a war. They are unaware that they are headed towards their own death.
  2. D6=2:A wizard is performing an experiment on the side of the road. If the players help him gather ingredients, he will gift them with a magical concoction or spell scroll. However, there is a chance that his experiments may backfire and cause chaos.
  3. D6=3:A patch of wild mushrooms grows by the roadside.
  4. D6=4:As night falls, the party hears growls and rustling from the surrounding underbrush. Suddenly, 2d8 wolves, led by a larger and more menacing alpha wolf with glowing red eyes, burst from the foliage, intent on taking down their next meal.
  5. D6=5:A gnome tinkerer is selling various gadgets and gizmos on the roadside, claiming they can make your adventures more convenient. The gadgets may have unexpected consequences when used.
  6. D6=6:A group of women weaving baskets and chatting.

d100 = 58

  1. D6=1:A lone traveler is searching for their lost pet dragon. They will offer a reward to anyone who helps them find it. However, the dragon is still young and uncontrollable, making the quest more difficult than anticipated.
  2. D6=2:A courier entrusted with vital maps was waylaid. The maps fell into the hands of marauding bandits plotting their own heist using the same information.
  3. D6=3:An old woman offering homemade pies for sale.
  4. D6=4:A sculptor chisels away at a block of marble by the roadside.
  5. D6=5:A group of 3d6+9 ants are running down the road. If the players attack them, they will be attacked by 2d6 giant ants.
  6. D6=6:A group of mischievous pixies are playing pranks on anyone who passes through their territory. They will only leave the adventurers alone if they can entertain them with some sort of performance.

d100 = 59

  1. D6=1:A dense thicket rustles unexpectedly, and out leaps 2d4 displacer beasts, their forms bending the light as they close in for the kill.
  2. D6=2:A man is in the road. He is dressed in the clothing of a king. The man has been robbed of his shoes, his crown, and his gold. He needs help getting back to his kingdom. He has a handsome reward if the party helps him get back to his kingdom.
  3. D6=3:A giant eagle swoops down and grabs one of the players, carrying them off to its nest. Can the rest of the party rescue them before it's too late?
  4. D6=4:A baker is delivering fresh loaves.
  5. D6=5:The players stumble upon a traveling merchant who claims to have a magical item that can grant wishes. However, the item is cursed and will bring misfortune to anyone who uses it. The players must choose whether to risk using it for their own desires or destroy it to prevent harm to others.
  6. D6=6:A group of 2d6 men and women carrying a coffin between them. They will ask if anyone is willing to help them bury their friend. If no one is willing to help, they will bury him by the side of the road and continue on their way.

d100 = 60

  1. D6=1:A ranger warns you of bandits in the area and advises caution.
  2. D6=2:During a public execution, one of the condemned utters a hidden location of treasure to the party, sparking a race with other thieves to find it first.
  3. D6=3:Along the road, a powerful storm begins to brew, with lightning striking all around. The party must find shelter but come across a haunted mansion that offers refuge. However, the house is cursed and the party must find a way to break the curse and survive the night.
  4. D6=4:You will see two men fighting each other with swords. One of them is wounded and bleeding from his arm, but he does not seem to notice it or be concerned about it at all.
  5. D6=5:A group of kids are chasing each other.
  6. D6=6:A woman is reading a book under a tree.

d100 = 61

  1. D6=1:A man riding a donkey asks you for directions to the City of Brass.
  2. D6=2:A talking tree offers to guide the players through the forest in exchange for a favor - retrieving a magical fruit from the other side of the forest.
  3. D6=3:A caravan of refugees begs for aid as they flee from a nearby war-torn city. The players must decide whether to help them or continue on their journey.
  4. D6=4:A group of 2d4 dwarves is walking down the road towards a nearby village. They are discussing their plans to ambush the local orc camp and kill as many orcs as they can before heading back to their village.
  5. D6=5:A mysterious fog appears on the road, making it difficult to see. The players must navigate through the fog and avoid any dangers that may lurk within.
  6. D6=6:A group of men is standing near the road. They are waiting for the players to pass by. They are standing in the road and they are holding swords, ready to attack players if they are approached by them.

d100 = 62

  1. D6=1:A group of players who are dressed as elves, and they are all singing songs of elven glory and honor, while they march through the woods. They will challenge any non-elves to battle.
  2. D6=2:A lone traveler is searching for their lost pet dragon. They will offer a reward to anyone who helps them find it. However, the dragon is still young and uncontrollable, making the quest more difficult than anticipated.
  3. D6=3:A mysterious cloaked figure offers the players a map leading to a rumored treasure hidden deep in the nearby mountains. But can they trust this stranger?
  4. D6=4:A couple of jesters performing for the locals.
  5. D6=5:An old scarecrow seems to wave as the wind blows.
  6. D6=6:The players encounter a group of friendly centaurs who offer to guide them through the forest. However, it turns out they are being chased by an ancient and vengeful spirit who will stop at nothing to reclaim its stolen possessions.

d100 = 63

  1. D6=1:The party sees a group of 4 goblins playing some kind of game near the side of the road. They look like they're having fun. Any players who approach them will be invited to join the game. One of the goblins will speak Common and will explain that this is a game of chance where players wager on where an arrow will land after it's thrown by one of the goblins.
  2. D6=2:A group of thieves are hiding in the bushes. They are hiding and waiting for a wealthy merchant to pass by on the road.
  3. D6=3:A musician playing a harp and singing softly.
  4. D6=4:A traveling circus is looking for new performers and they offer the party a chance to join them. The party may have to pass an audition or perform a specific task to be accepted.
  5. D6=5:A mysterious merchant in a hooded cloak offers to sell the players a magical lamp that can grant three wishes. However, the wishes come with a price and the players must choose wisely.
  6. D6=6:A massive, black carriage flies down the road. It is driven by a skeleton. The carriage is filled with skeletons and zombies. The skeletons are singing and laughing as if this is a happy occasion.

d100 = 64

  1. D6=1:A group of 2d6+4 humans are heading through the area. They are going to a nearby city to sell their harvest from the last few weeks.
  2. D6=2:A group of men are sitting on the side of the road, drinking and playing games. They look like they have been there for a while and are feeling good. They are willing to share their drinks and games with anyone who wants to join in.
  3. D6=3:A group of gnomes are riding on top of giant wolves, using them as mounts. They are friendly but will become aggressive if threatened.
  4. D6=4:A group of farmers are sitting around a campfire, talking about their day. They talk about a strange creature that was seen in the woods. It had six legs and was about twelve feet tall. It was man-eating. It had red eyes and was covered in fur. It had yellow fangs and claws. The farmers say they have tried to kill it, but it has been too fast and too strong for them do so... So far! They say they have heard it is not from this world...
  5. D6=5:A cat is chasing a butterfly.
  6. D6=6:A group of travelers ask the party to help them cross a dangerous bridge that is guarded by a bridge troll. However, the travelers may have their own shady motives.

d100 = 65

  1. D6=1:A talking sword in the hands of a fallen warrior begs to be wielded by one of the players. The sword's previous owner can provide information about its history and powers.
  2. D6=2:A dog barks at something, but nothing is there. The dog will bark at this spot again if the party comes back this way later.
  3. D6=3:A group of friends racing each other down the road.
  4. D6=4:A group of 1d4+3 former soldiers are traveling the road, looking for a new place to settle down in. They have left their home kingdom.
  5. D6=5:A group of people are gathering around a new statue that has been recently erected in the city. The statue is of a famous hero from the city's past. The players can learn about this hero's history by listening to the people talking around the statue.
  6. D6=6:A couple of children collecting feathers and stones.

d100 = 66

  1. D6=1:A Broken Sign - A signpost has been broken in half by some strong force or creature. The two pieces still stand, but the post has been snapped in two.
  2. D6=2:A mysterious figure in a full hooded cloak walks by and says, "Beware, dark forces are gathering in the forest ahead." Then disappears.
  3. D6=3:A wandering bard offers to perform a musical tale for the players, but their songs seem to have a deeper and darker meaning.
  4. D6=4:You find a worn and weathered map lying on the ground.
  5. D6=5:A group of angry people are arguing about something. If the party asks what they're arguing about, they'll be told that there has been a disagreement about some land or property lines. The argument is about who is right and who is wrong. The party can offer to mediate for them.
  6. D6=6:You sense something strange in the air and as you look up, you see a group of flying carpets zooming by above you.

d100 = 67

  1. D6=1:You see two young lovers from rival noble families sneaking off into the woods to meet in secret. They are both carrying daggers and it is clear they are planning to elope.
  2. D6=2:In the middle of a cobblestone path, 2d6 trolls play an intricate board game. They invite the party to join them, explaining rules with surprising clarity. Should the adventurers indulge, they'll find the trolls are surprisingly strategic and fair players.
  3. D6=3:A snake slithers across your path, disappearing into the underbrush.
  4. D6=4:A man is standing on the side of the road. He is selling maps to nearby dungeons. He has very detailed maps to sell.
  5. D6=5:A traveling bishop reveals sacred relics have been stolen from his abbey. Tracking the thieves reveals they are using the relics for dark rituals.
  6. D6=6:A group of pilgrims are heading to a distant holy site.

d100 = 68

  1. D6=1:A local militia recruiting able-bodied men and women.
  2. D6=2:A group of 2d6 farmers are walking down the road towards a nearby town. If players ask, they will tell them that they need to sell their harvest in the city and then they will be going home again.
  3. D6=3:A group of adventurers from a closely neighboring kingdom are engaged in a heated battle with an ancient dragon. The adventurers must decide whether to join the fight in hopes of gaining the dragon's hoard or try to negotiate a peaceful resolution.
  4. D6=4:The rhythmic pounding of drums can be heard in the distance. Cresting a hill, the party encounters a group of 2d8 orcs engaged in a war dance, preparing for an imminent raid.
  5. D6=5:A traveling circus has set up on the side of the road, offering games and performances to passing travelers. The players can participate and potentially win prizes.
  6. D6=6:A group of 2d6 highwaymen block the road. They demand a toll from the players. If players refuse, they attack. They are not very good at their jobs. If players pay or fight, the bandits will flee after taking 1d4 GP from each player.

d100 = 69

  1. D6=1:A woman is traveling with her two children. They are heading to the nearest town to trade. One of the children is a baby in a baby carriage. The woman is middle-aged and overweight.
  2. D6=2:Several people are walking along the road towards a nearby village to sell their produce at market there. If players approach, they will ask if any of them want to buy any of their goods or harvest any of their crop fields which they have been cultivating for several months now. The grain, fruit and vegetables they have been growing is extremely fresh, but is at its peak ripeness and must be sold within 24 hours or else it will rot and become useless to sell at market price or for personal use.
  3. D6=3:A couple of fishermen drinking ale and swapping tales.
  4. D6=4:A group of men is walking down the road. They are carrying a statue of a horse. If the party asks, they will say they are taking it to a nearby village. If they are asked to rest, they will say they can't because they must get the statue there before dark.
  5. D6=5:The party comes across a group of halflings having a picnic in a peaceful meadow. They invite the players to join them and share their delicious food and drink.
  6. D6=6:An old mill with a creaking waterwheel stands by the river.

d100 = 70

  1. D6=1:You will see two men fighting each other with swords. One of them is wounded and bleeding from his arm, but he does not seem to notice it or be concerned about it at all.
  2. D6=2:The road winds through ancient ruins, overgrown with vegetation. As players navigate the overgrowth, 1d4 trolls emerge from the shadows, eager for fresh prey.
  3. D6=3:A group of 3d4 men-at-arms are on their way to a nearby city. They've been hired to help with the defense of the city walls.
  4. D6=4:The road is lined with berry bushes, ripe for picking.
  5. D6=5:A group of friendly nature spirits offer the players a chance to rest and rejuvenate in their magical oasis. But are they truly as friendly as they seem?
  6. D6=6:In the middle of the road, the party comes across a talking tree who asks for their help in defeating a group of loggers who are destroying its forest home. The tree offers to reward the party with a handful of precious gems if they succeed.

d100 = 71

  1. D6=1:A group of 4 men and women gather wood for a fire. They will ask the party for help and give them a reward if they do so
  2. D6=2:The players come across a group of children who have been kidnapped by a wicked witch. They will need to use their wit and magic to outsmart the witch and save the children before it's too late.
  3. D6=3:A roadside stall is selling roasted nuts.
  4. D6=4:A boy is playing with a wooden sword.
  5. D6=5:A powerful sorcerer is standing in the middle of the road, casting spells and causing chaos. Players must find a way to defeat or calm the sorcerer down.
  6. D6=6:The Smell of Blood - As you travel down a road, you smell the faint smell of blood in the air. You see a bloody trail leading off the road. It leads deeper into the woods.

d100 = 72

  1. D6=1:A man wearing a coat that looks to be made from dragon hide asks the party for help. He is looking for his brother, who he has not seen in years. His brother is a wizard and went exploring in an area that was off limits to wizards and adventurers. The coat wearer is not really a dragon, instead he is a member of a race that looks like a dragon but isn
  2. D6=2:A large, ancient tree in the middle of a clearing speaks to the party, asking for their help in protecting it from loggers who are trying to cut it down. The tree is home to a powerful dryad who will reward the party for their assistance.
  3. D6=3:A pack of 4d4 wolves are attacking a flock of sheep. The flock is guarded by a shepherd who is armed with a sling and a staff.
  4. D6=4:A farmer offering horse rides for small coins.
  5. D6=5:When a member of the party is poisoned, the antidote is in the possession of a black market dealer who only trades in stolen goods. Retrieving the antidote will require navigating shady deals and deceptions.
  6. D6=6:A group of druids are performing a ritual to heal the land. If players help them by gathering ingredients or protecting them from danger, the druids will grant them a blessing.

d100 = 73

  1. D6=1:You will see two men fighting each other with swords. One of them is wounded and bleeding from his arm, but he does not seem to notice it or be concerned about it at all.
  2. D6=2:A tailor offering to mend clothes for travelers.
  3. D6=3:A crudely drawn map with an 'X' marks the spot is found on the ground. The players can follow the map to a buried treasure or it may lead them to a trap set by a rival adventuring party.
  4. D6=4:The players hear a loud sound coming from the sky. Looking up, they see a large flock of birds flying overhead. As the flock passes overhead, one bird drops a small object on the players. It is a large sack containing ten pounds of wheat or potatoes.
  5. D6=5:A group of travelers singing songs around a campfire.
  6. D6=6:Dusty Tracks - Tracks of an animal lead off the road to the west and then come back onto the road again after a few yards. The tracks are very dusty and have been left by someone or something that has been in this area for quite a while.

d100 = 74

  1. D6=1:The party comes across a group of travelers who are searching for a lost relic in a nearby ruined temple. The relic is said to have the power to control the elements, but the temple is home to dangerous traps and creatures.
  2. D6=2:A group of 2d4 men are walking down the road. They are on their way to a nearby village. The men are part of a nearby army that is patrolling the roads to keep them safe from bandits and thieves.
  3. D6=3:You see a group of young men and women walking down the road toward you. As they get closer, you see that they are all dressed in black robes with the hoods drawn up over their heads so you can't see their faces. As they pass by, they each give you a small nod as if in greeting but do not speak nor look at you again.
  4. D6=4:Along the road, the party comes across an orphaned child who claims to have lost their way and is looking for their parents. But something about the child's story seems off and the party must unravel the truth and confront the danger that lurks ahead.
  5. D6=5:A woman is playing a flute.
  6. D6=6:A group of children plays marbles by the roadside.

d100 = 75

  1. D6=1:A caravan of gypsies invites you to join them for a night of storytelling and dancing.
  2. D6=2:The party sees a group of 4 men and women, gathering food from a field. They are farmers and will tell the party to leave the field if they try to take any food without helping them first.
  3. D6=3:A group of men is walking down the road. They are carrying several large chests between them. If asked, they will say that they are taking them to a nearby village where they will sell them for a profit.
  4. D6=4:You see a single rider wearing a full suit of armor and carrying a sword. Their horse seems to be injured and the rider looks worried.
  5. D6=5:A dog barking at something unseen in the woods.
  6. D6=6:A strange mist fills the air, causing the players to lose their sense of direction. As they try to find their way through, they encounter eerie creatures and illusions.

d100 = 76

  1. D6=1:A man stranded by the roadside, needing a ride to the next town.
  2. D6=2:A dog leading a sheep that has strayed from the flock.
  3. D6=3:A group of knights ride past, led by a noble king and queen. They offer to make the players knights in their service, but only if they can prove their bravery and loyalty.
  4. D6=4:An elderly man tells stories about the region's history.
  5. D6=5:Unexpectedly, the party comes upon a group of 3d6 acolytes who are traveling on the road to a nearby temple. If players talk to them, they will give the players a map to a nearby dungeon that they have found while exploring.
  6. D6=6:A wandering priest seeking donations for his church.

d100 = 77

  1. D6=1:On the road, the party comes across a broken down carriage and a distraught noble. They soon find out that the noble's daughter has been kidnapped by a group of goblins and must save her before it is too late.
  2. D6=2:A wild rabbit darts across your path and disappears into the brush.
  3. D6=3:Two men are standing on the side of the road. They are selling their horses and wagons. They want top dollar for their horses and wagons.
  4. D6=4:The players encounter a group of knights who are practicing their jousting skills on a makeshift course next to the road. They offer the players a chance to try their hand at jousting.
  5. D6=5:A forlorn minstrel plays a mournful tune by the roadside. As he finishes, 1d4 banshees appear, drawn by the sorrowful notes and ready to unleash their wails.
  6. D6=6:Two men are on their way to the city and they are bringing a large wagon with them. One man is from the city and one man is from the country. They are going to meet a woman from the country and get married. The man from the country is nervous about getting married, so he is drinking. He is drunk and telling stories about the city and its people.

d100 = 78

  1. D6=1:On the road, the party meets a young adventurer who is lost and seeking guidance. They quickly discover that the adventurer is actually a shape-shifting dragon who wants to learn more about the world outside of its hidden lair. The party can either help the dragon or be wary of its true intentions.
  2. D6=2:You pass a marker indicating a historical battlefield site.
  3. D6=3:A mysterious portal appears before the players, leading to a different realm. Will they dare to step through and see where it leads?
  4. D6=4:A group of 3d6 goblins are running down the road, pursued by a group of 3d6 hobgoblins.
  5. D6=5:A bard is telling a spooky ghost story.
  6. D6=6:A merchant offers exotic spices and herbs for sale.

d100 = 79

  1. D6=1:The party notices an increase in patrols on the road, only to find out a high-ranking official's documents were stolen in a bold heist. The party is recruited to help investigate.
  2. D6=2:A man named Samuel is standing by the side of the road with a large box on the ground next to him. He is trying to convince a group of passersby to join his cult and convert to his religion, which is a combination of all different religions and philosophies that he has studied in his life. He will not let them leave until they convert to his religion, regardless of how much they protest against it.
  3. D6=3:A group of people are walking down the road, headed to a nearby town. They are carrying boxes full of weapons and armor.
  4. D6=4:A pair of scouts mapping out the area.
  5. D6=5:A giant eagle swoops down and grabs one of the players, mistaking them for prey. The rest of the group must work together to rescue their friend and fend off the eagle.
  6. D6=6:A mysterious fog rolls in, reducing visibility.

d100 = 80

  1. D6=1:A group of men are in the process of transporting a body in a coffin via wagon to their village's graveyard for burial.
  2. D6=2:A swarm of butterflies is flying around a tree. As players approach, they will notice the tree is full of gold coins and gems. However, the butterflies are actually magical creatures that will protect the tree from anyone trying to take the treasure.
  3. D6=3:Four men walk up to you and say, 'Hey, we are looking for work. We are good men, able to work hard. Do you have any work that needs doing?' If you say yes, they will work for food or cheap wages, but they will try to take over and do all the work themselves, leaving you with nothing.
  4. D6=4:A man is standing on the side of the road. He is giving out free samples of his new drink. It's called 'Drink.' It's not very good, but it's free!
  5. D6=5:The party comes across a group of farmers frantically searching for their missing livestock. They suspect a group of werewolves living nearby. The players can choose to help them or receive a reward from the werewolves for protecting their secret.
  6. D6=6:A farmer plows his field with a pair of stout oxen.

d100 = 81

  1. D6=1:A traveling merchant offers to sell you a small, white rock for 5 GP.
  2. D6=2:The players encounter a group of knights who are practicing their jousting skills on a makeshift course next to the road. They offer the players a chance to try their hand at jousting.
  3. D6=3:A group of men is walking down the road. They are carrying several large chests between them. If asked, they will say that they are taking them to a nearby village where they will sell them for a profit.
  4. D6=4:At a crossroads, the party runs into a traveling circus whose most prized possession—a magical artifact—has been stolen by a rival circus. The party must navigate a web of deception and illusions to retrieve it.
  5. D6=5:Down the road, the adventurers discover a large, cleared area where 3d6 ogres and goblins are holding a peaceful arm-wrestling competition. Visitors are welcome to join, and the participants take the sport very seriously but in good humor.
  6. D6=6:A cobbler is setting up shop by the road, mending shoes.

d100 = 82

  1. D6=1:Two men are standing on the side of the road. They are selling their horses and wagons. They want top dollar for their horses and wagons.
  2. D6=2:The road dips into a small valley filled with blooming flowers.
  3. D6=3:A swarm of butterflies is flying around a tree. As players approach, they will notice the tree is full of gold coins and gems. However, the butterflies are actually magical creatures that will protect the tree from anyone trying to take the treasure.
  4. D6=4:A man with a large bird cage with a bird inside it is running toward the players. It looks like he has been chased by something...
  5. D6=5:A strange, floating orb appears on the road and begins to communicate with the players. Is it a helpful creature or something more sinister?
  6. D6=6:A wise old tree, also known as a treant, offers the players a riddle. If they solve it correctly, the tree will grant them knowledge or a useful item.

d100 = 83

  1. D6=1:A strange, floating orb appears on the road and begins to communicate with the players. Is it a helpful creature or something more sinister?
  2. D6=2:A group of 3d4+4 gnolls carrying spears are walking down the road. If players approach, they will attack!
  3. D6=3:The players see a mysterious figure standing at a crossroads, offering them a choice between two paths. One path leads to an ancient and forgotten temple with untold treasures, while the other leads to a treacherous canyon filled with deadly traps.
  4. D6=4:A small, sickly looking child crawls from the underbrush, pleading for help. As players approach, 1d4 imps reveal themselves, masquerading as the child to lure their victims.
  5. D6=5:A girl trying to balance on a fallen log.
  6. D6=6:You see a strange looking woman, she has wings like a bat but she is wearing robes like a wizard's robe. She is carrying a staff with a strange looking crystal at the top of it. She is talking to another wizard about a strange creature that has the body of a lion and the head of an eagle.

d100 = 84

  1. D6=1:A traveling bard offers to tell the party the tale of an ancient hero and their quest to defeat a powerful lich. However, the bard may not be telling the whole truth about this legendary hero.
  2. D6=2:The road opens into a field where 2d6 trolls are setting up a makeshift market, selling curious trinkets and preserved foods. They're surprisingly polite, offering fair trades and even a cup of herbal tea for travelers who browse their wares.
  3. D6=3:Two men are walking down the road singing about how they were cheated out of their money at a local inn. They are going to go back and demand their money back or they are going to kill the innkeeper.
  4. D6=4:A family is camping, with children roasting marshmallows.
  5. D6=5:A traveling bard sings and plays, hoping to make some money. His name is Steve and he is actually very good.
  6. D6=6:An elderly couple waves at you from their porch as you pass their quaint farmhouse.

d100 = 85

  1. D6=1:A group of hunters dressed in green cloaks with yellow hoods walk down the road. They are carrying bows, arrows, and furs.
  2. D6=2:A traveling lawyer offering his services to passersby.
  3. D6=3:You come across a group of pixies having a tea party in the middle of the road. They invite the players to join and offer some delicious and magical treats.
  4. D6=4:A small, curious fox watches you from the edge of the road.
  5. D6=5:A traveling fortune teller offers to read the players' fortunes in exchange for a valuable item. The fortunes may be true or false, depending on the players' actions.
  6. D6=6:A stray cat is sunning itself on a rock.

d100 = 86

  1. D6=1:A sorcerer approaches the party, offering to teach them powerful magic in exchange for a favor. But the favor turns out to be a dangerous and morally questionable task. The party must decide whether to go through with it or turn down the offer.
  2. D6=2:A group of men and women are arguing about where to put the remains of a man who died recently. The dead man was a merchant who owned several shops in town. The men and women arguing about where to put the remains of the merchant are arguing whether or not they should be given an expensive funeral because he was a merchant with several shops in town.
  3. D6=3:A dusty old caravan approaches. It contains a trader who has just made a long, tiresome journey and is now returning home with his goods.
  4. D6=4:A traveling alchemist offering potions and cures.
  5. D6=5:Three women named Momma, Ma, and Ma are walking down the road with a cart full of turnips and other root vegetables. They're headed to the local shire to sell their harvest at market day.
  6. D6=6:A group of 2d4 farmers are walking along the road. They are going to the nearby town to sell their crops at the market. They will offer to hire the players as mercenaries to protect their crops from bandits. They will offer the players a share of their crop profits as payment if they will agree to protect their crops on their journey to the market and back to their farms after the harvest has been sold at the market.

d100 = 87

  1. D6=1:The road follows the bank of a slow-moving river.
  2. D6=2:A group of hunters passes by, carrying their day's catch and discussing the best hunting grounds.
  3. D6=3:You come across a field of wildflowers, perfect for picking a bouquet.
  4. D6=4:A group of friendly centaurs is having a feast. If players are respectful and join in, they will be rewarded with a delicious meal and valuable information about the surrounding area.
  5. D6=5:A group of travelers on the road are being attacked by a pack of ferocious owlbears. The party can choose to help the travelers or ignore their cries for help. But if they do decide to help, they may have to face the wrath of the powerful and terrifying mother owlbear.
  6. D6=6:A woman is traveling with her two children. They are heading to the nearest town to trade. One of the children is a baby in a baby carriage. The woman is middle-aged and overweight.

d100 = 88

  1. D6=1:A traveling salesman tries to sell the party a set of magical potions that he claims can heal any ailment or injury. But when the party uses the potions, they discover that they have side effects that may be more harmful than helpful.
  2. D6=2:The players see a group of one hundred men and women, led by one hundred men and women, running to the east. They are fleeing from a group of one hundred men and women, led by one hundred men and women. The band of refugees is seeking the safety of the nearby city.
  3. D6=3:A group of friends racing each other down the road.
  4. D6=4:A boy is daydreaming on a fallen log.
  5. D6=5:During a storm, the party takes shelter in an old inn, only to have their supplies stolen by a gang of thieves that utilizes the weather to their advantage.
  6. D6=6:Unexpected Rainstorm - A rainstorm comes out of nowhere and lasts for 1d6 hours. During the rain, any creature not covered by an umbrella must make a Constitution saving throw to avoid losing 1d4 hit points during the rain.

d100 = 89

  1. D6=1:The road winds through a serene, almost magical, forest glade.
  2. D6=2:The road forks and a signpost is covered in vines, making it unreadable. If the players take the wrong path, they stumble upon a cursed village and must find a way to break the curse before it's too late.
  3. D6=3:A roadside stand is selling fresh flowers.
  4. D6=4:You see a group of men talking about the recent goblin attacks in the area.
  5. D6=5:The road ahead has collapsed and the players will have to find an alternate route.
  6. D6=6:A man approaches the players asking them if they have seen his brother, who has gone missing in the area recently.

d100 = 90

  1. D6=1:A caravan of 1d20 orcs is taking a leisurely journey to visit distant relatives. They invite the party to join their campfire for stories and share traditional orcish melodies and dances.
  2. D6=2:A mysterious merchant in a hooded cloak offers to sell the players a magical lamp that can grant three wishes. However, the wishes come with a price and the players must choose wisely.
  3. D6=3:A giant bird is seen flying overhead, carrying a humanoid figure in its talons. If the party follows, they find the bird has dropped the figure on top of a tall tower where they are being held captive by a group of cultists.
  4. D6=4:Two men are walking down the road together, talking about the war. They both look like they have been in a few battles and they are both carrying swords on their belts.
  5. D6=5:A group of men are sitting on the side of the road drinking ale and wine. They are singing songs and telling stories about their adventures as mercenaries, thieves, and soldiers of fortune!
  6. D6=6:A friendly old man offering free advice about the road ahead.

d100 = 91

  1. D6=1:The party finds themselves accused of stealing a magical artifact. Proving their innocence requires tracking down the real thief, who leaves tricky false leads.
  2. D6=2:A woodcutter is chopping down a tree.
  3. D6=3:You see a single goblin on the side of the road, looking injured and abandoned. Upon closer inspection, the goblin reveals that it was left behind by its tribe and asks for help to find a new home. The party can either help the goblin find a new tribe or leave it to fend for itself.
  4. D6=4:A large rock is on the road. It is laying on its side. It looks like it was recently dropped...
  5. D6=5:A group of men are sitting around a campfire, talking about the recent kidnapping of their king. They are looking for someone to help them rescue their king. If the players ask, they will say that the king was kidnapped by gnolls.
  6. D6=6:A tailor offering to mend clothes for travelers.

d100 = 92

  1. D6=1:A group of men are arguing about whether the sun is round or flat.
  2. D6=2:The party stumbles upon a mysterious temple hidden in the forest. Inside, they find an intricate puzzle that they must solve in order to unlock the temple's secrets.
  3. D6=3:A man is selling maps to a nearby dungeon. He says they're accurate and up-to-date. He's actually selling maps to an abandoned castle that he discovered while wandering the area.
  4. D6=4:A man named Fred is walking down the road. He's on his way to a nearby town to get a new pair of shoes. He's an old man, but he's still got quite a bit of fight left in him. He's an expert swordsman, and he knows it.
  5. D6=5:A herd of wild unicorns passes by, their pure white fur and colorful horns gleaming in the sun. But as the players approach, they realize these are no ordinary unicorns.
  6. D6=6:A group of players who are dressed as humans, and they are all singing songs of human foolishness and weakness, while they march through the woods. They will challenge any non-humans to battle.

d100 = 93

  1. D6=1:A pack of friendly werewolves are enjoying a picnic on the side of the road. They invite the players to join them and share some of their delicious food.
  2. D6=2:A hawk circles overhead, scanning the ground for prey.
  3. D6=3:A woman asking for help to find her lost goat.
  4. D6=4:Orog scouts have spotted the party and are preparing to attack. They are riding wargs and have several other orcs with them, who are mounted on wolves. The orcs and wolves will attack, but the wargs will wait until the orcs are dead before attacking. If the party does not attack the orcs first, then they will retreat after losing two orcs.
  5. D6=5:A mysterious portal appears before the players, leading to a different realm. Will they dare to step through and see where it leads?
  6. D6=6:A baker asks the party for help in retrieving their stolen recipe book from a rival bakery. The rival may offer a reward to retrieve it back or the party may discover a secret recipe that grants them temporary buffs during battle.

d100 = 94

  1. D6=1:Unexpectedly, the party comes upon a group of 3d6 acolytes who are traveling on the road to a nearby temple. If players talk to them, they will give the players a map to a nearby dungeon that they have found while exploring.
  2. D6=2:A group of traveling actors are putting on a hilarious and entertaining play. They ask the players to join in and act out a scene with them.
  3. D6=3:Down the road, the adventurers discover a large, cleared area where 3d6 ogres and goblins are holding a peaceful arm-wrestling competition. Visitors are welcome to join, and the participants take the sport very seriously but in good humor.
  4. D6=4:A sign warns of a dangerous animal in the area.
  5. D6=5:A man is walking down the road with a large sack over his shoulder. He is not whistling a happy tune. He looks tired and has been walking all day. He is heading to the nearest town to try and find a job there.
  6. D6=6:A giant tree is standing in the middle of the road, blocking the way. Players must find a way to pass through or around the tree.

d100 = 95

  1. D6=1:The path ahead seems clear until 2d6 giant bats swoop down from above, their screeches echoing through the night as they aim for the party’s throats.
  2. D6=2:A traveling merchant offers to sell you a small, white rock for 1 GP.
  3. D6=3:A traveling bard reveals their lute, an heirloom with mystical powers, was stolen by a rival group of bards. Finding it will require unraveling the motive and tackling musical challenges.
  4. D6=4:A swirling dust storm blinds the party’s vision. Emerging from the chaos are 2d6 sand wraiths, their apparitions formed from the very particles of the storm.
  5. D6=5:A lone traveler playing a flute for his own amusement.
  6. D6=6:A girl is collecting shiny pebbles.

d100 = 96

  1. D6=1:A group of soldiers are riding through the area. If the players interact with them, they will be able to tell that they are looking for a group of bandits in the area. They will offer food and water to the players if they need it.
  2. D6=2:A troubadour sings a ballad of heroes and lost loves.
  3. D6=3:A powerful sorcerer is standing in the middle of the road, casting spells and causing chaos. Players must find a way to defeat or calm the sorcerer down.
  4. D6=4:5 gnolls on foot, led by a gnoll warrior.
  5. D6=5:A peddler with a cart full of trinkets and baubles offers to sell you something.
  6. D6=6:A caravan of merchants is traveling down the road, but their cart breaks and they need help fixing it. If the party helps, the merchants reward them with a rare and valuable item.

d100 = 97

  1. D6=1:A group of children trying to catch butterflies.
  2. D6=2:A merchant is traveling through the area with his beautiful daughter and his donkey cart filled with his goods. He will offer the party anything he has for sale if they talk to him - even things he doesn't have - but the merchant is an honest man who wants to make a living while doing what he loves - traveling and meeting new people - so he will deal fairly with the party if they deal fairly with him
  3. D6=3:A narrow bridge crosses a rushing river. As players make their way across, 1d4 water elementals rise from the depths, intent on dragging the party into the icy waters below.
  4. D6=4:A caravan of refugees begs for aid as they flee from a nearby war-torn city. The players must decide whether to help them or continue on their journey.
  5. D6=5:A beautiful mermaid is stranded on the side of the road, having traded her voice for a chance to walk on land. She begs the players to find the sea witch who tricked her and get her voice back.
  6. D6=6:A group of 2d4 dwarves is walking down the road towards a nearby village. They are discussing their plans to ambush the local orc camp and kill as many orcs as they can before heading back to their village.

d100 = 98

  1. D6=1:A man is standing in the road with a small cage filled with 1d6+1 rats. He is trying to sell them to passersby or he is trying to feed them to the caged rats if no one buys them from him.
  2. D6=2:A boy is practicing his whittling.
  3. D6=3:A fisherman mending his nets by the river.
  4. D6=4:A roadside stand is selling fresh flowers.
  5. D6=5:A tinker selling small gadgets and tools.
  6. D6=6:A group of traveling merchants from a distant land are on their way home after trading goods. They have horses and pack animals loaded down with goods and will offer to trade with anyone who approaches them.

d100 = 99

  1. D6=1:In a tranquil glade, 3d6 bandits are holding a poetry reading session. They welcome the adventurers to listen or recite their own verses, and in return, they offer small crafted gifts and sincere applause.
  2. D6=2:A farmer: A farmer is walking along the road with a cart full of produce. If players talk to him, he will tell them about a nearby village where a famous bard is performing. The farmer will then ask the players to deliver a letter to the bard. The letter will tell the bard to contact the Cult of the Rat and join them in their efforts.
  3. D6=3:A pack of wild horses are stampeding down the road, causing chaos and destruction. The party must find a way to stop them before they reach a nearby village.
  4. D6=4:A group of ghosts haunt the road, causing travelers to get lost and disoriented. The players must figure out how to navigate through the ghosts and find their way back to the correct path.
  5. D6=5:The road ahead appears clear but is suddenly blocked by 2d4 expertly trained warhorses, each ridden by spectral knights who challenge the party to a deadly duel.
  6. D6=6:A group of men and women are walking down the street, talking about how much they hate their jobs and how much they want to quit their jobs and become adventurers.

d100 = 100

  1. D6=1:A group of monks travels silently along the road, their heads bowed in prayer.
  2. D6=2:A group of villagers are under attack by a swarm of aggressive bees. They are trying to defend their beehives, but little do they know, one of the hives is home to a rare type of magical honey that can have powerful effects.
  3. D6=3:A group of gnomes are riding on top of giant wolves, using them as mounts. They are friendly but will become aggressive if threatened.
  4. D6=4:A group of nobles hunting with their entourage.
  5. D6=5:A group of seven men sit around a campfire on the side of the road. The men are dressed in rags, but they are armed with swords, shields, and helmets. The men are soldiers who have been banished from their homeland and they are looking for work.
  6. D6=6:A group of children are selling wooden swords, shields, and other toys made from broken furniture and leftover wood.

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