BRPG Loot Table: Elijah's Ascension Hollow

Discover the BRPG Loot Table in Elijah's Ascension Hollow, a mystical location near the Jordan River.

Location Type:

Village

Specific Location:

The area surrounding the Jordan River, near the town where Elijah was taken up into heaven, as described in 2 Kings 2.

Main Quest:

Investigate the area for clues about the prophet Elijah’s ascension and seek the lost mantle that fell from him, rumored to enhance prophetic abilities.

LOCATION SUMMARY

The village near the Jordan River is a humble collection of mud-brick houses with thatched roofs. The air is filled with the sounds of children playing and the distant bleating of sheep. The nearby riverbanks are fertile, with wildflowers blooming along the shores, while traders occasionally pass by on the main road, sharing tales and goods. The atmosphere is both tranquil and steeped in the memories of the miraculous events that took place here. The villagers are a mix of wary and curious, aware of the significance of their surroundings but protective of their daily lives.

BASE LOOT

A clay cooking pot, cracked but still usable, ideal for preparing local dishes.
A simple woven basket, perfect for gathering herbs or carrying small items.
A small hand-carved wooden figure, possibly a protective talisman or a child’s toy.
A sack of coarse grain, enough to feed a family for a week.
A collection of old, worn sandals, still sturdy but showing signs of wear.

ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 6+

A weathered ledger containing records of local trades, providing insight into the village’s economic interactions.
A broken fishing net, which can be repaired for effective fishing at the river.
A small pouch of dried herbs, known for their use in poultices and remedies.
A faintly inscribed stone tablet, which appears to be part of a larger inscription about the Jordan River and its significance.

ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 10+

A hidden compartment beneath a loose floor tile, containing a silver ring that belonged to a local elder, inscribed with a message about loyalty and faith.
A tattered scroll found in a tucked-away corner of the workshop, detailing the events leading up to Elijah’s ascension.
A small bag containing a few gold coins, likely hidden away for emergencies.

Minor Clue: A mention of a “spirit” who visited the village shortly before Elijah’s departure, hinting at local legends of divine encounters.

ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 15+

A sturdy handcrafted fishing spear, useful for both fishing and as a weapon.
A basket filled with wild fruits, ripe for eating or barter.

Environmental Clue: Signs of recent activity near the riverbank, including disturbed earth and recent footprints leading towards a thicket.

ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 20+

A hidden cache of fine pottery, likely from a traveling merchant, now cracked but valuable for trade.

Significant Quest-Related Evidence: A fragment of Elijah’s mantle, with distinctive fibers, entangled in the thicket near the river where he ascended.

ADDITIONAL LOOT IF 22+

A concealed chamber beneath an old olive tree, containing scrolls that reveal prophecies regarding the future of Israel.
An ancient map showing the routes of prophets and their significant locations, including Elijah’s journey through the land.

LOWER WISDOM DISCOVERY

Passive Wisdom 12: A character notices the unusual arrangement of stones near the river, hinting that something may be buried or hidden beneath them.

HIGHER WISDOM DISCOVERY

Passive Wisdom 16: A character discerns the faint outline of a long-lost altar near the riverbank, covered by years of vegetation, which could have been a place of sacrifice or divine encounters.

OPTIONAL EVENT

While exploring, the party meets an elderly villager who claims to have witnessed Elijah’s ascension. He shares stories and legends, and may offer rumors regarding the lost mantle or perhaps a vision he had regarding future events in the land.