BRPG Loot Table Altar of Echoed Blessings

Discover the BRPG loot table at the Altar of Echoed Blessings, a sacred site at Mount Ebal where blessings and curses echo through time.

Location Type: Temple Area

Specific Location: The site of Mount Ebal, associated with the altar and the recitation of blessings and curses in Deuteronomy 27.

Main Quest: Gather artifacts related to the blessings and curses proclaimed here, while avoiding the dangers of rival factions seeking to alter the sacred narrative.

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LOCATION SUMMARY

The site is located at Mount Ebal, a rugged area with stones weathered by time. An altar made of uncut stones stands prominently, surrounded by a mixed landscape of rocky ground and sparse vegetation. The echoes of voices reciting blessings and curses can still be felt in the air as pilgrims make their way to this sacred site. Nearby, there are remnants of ancient huts used by worshippers, and paths lead to the surrounding hills, offering vantage points to spot approaching traders or potential threats.

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BASE LOOT

1. Uncut Stones: A handful of rough stones that can be used for crafting or as offerings.

2. Old Leather Sandals: Worn but functional sandals abandoned by a traveler. Useful for someone with a smaller foot.

3. Clay Jar: An ordinary jar used for storing oil or grain. Its craftsmanship indicates it was made by a local artisan.

4. Ritual Offering Basket: A woven basket still slightly fragrant from its last offerings. It can be used to carry items or as a decorative piece.

5. Faded Papyrus Scroll Fragment: A piece of parchment with faded markings, likely part of a larger text, hinting at ancient laws or customs.

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ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 6+

1. Herbal Remedy Pouch: A small pouch filled with dried herbs known to aid in minor ailments.

2. Crown of Thorns: A natural circlet made from twigs, once used in rituals, representing humility.

3. Oil Lamp: A simple clay lamp still able to hold oil. Useful for lighting dark spaces.

4. Stone Tool: A rudimentary cutting tool, useful for various survival tasks or crafting equipment.

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ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 10+

1. Sacred Inscription Tablet: A small tablet with an inscription in ancient Hebrew referring to blessings and curses, providing insight into local traditions.

2. Hidden Compartment in Altar: A clever investigation might reveal a small, hidden compartment within the altar containing a few coins (not valuable, but useful for bartering).

3. Scattered Bread Crumbs: Evidence of a recent pilgrimage, indicating the presence of a gathering or ritual in progress nearby.

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ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 15+

1. Gold Leaf Fragment: A scrap of gold leaf used in temple adornments, potentially valuable but missing most of its mass.

2. Map Sketch: A piece of parchment with a rough drawing of nearby landmarks that might help in navigating the area.

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ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 20+

1. Cursed Inscription: A stone with a deeper curse inscribed on it, hinting at areas where potential dangers lie, including rival factions or traps.

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ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 22+

1. Buried Ceremonial Relic: A small, intricately designed idol buried near the altar, believed to represent a local deity or protective spirit.

2. Lost Scroll of Instructions: A hidden scroll detailing rituals for blessings, curses, and agricultural practices, seemingly from a priest of the area.

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LOWER WISDOM DISCOVERY

Passive Wisdom 12 Required
Melodic Echoes: A character with a keen ear may notice that the wind carries faint echoes of chants or blessings from a distance, revealing possible ritual activity in the area.

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HIGHER WISDOM DISCOVERY

Passive Wisdom 15 Required
Uneven Ground: A perceptive character may sense that some ground near the altar is softer than the rest, hinting at something buried beneath the surface.

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OPTIONAL EVENT

As characters search the area, they encounter a weary traveler who claims to have witnessed a secret meeting of a cult planning to disrupt the sacred rites. He expresses fear for his safety and seeks assistance. This could lead to a quest involving the traveler, other pilgrims, or potential dangers in the area, depending on the players' decisions.