Spectral inventor Constantine Chronosmith, a master of time and mechanics, is trapped within his grand, intricate Clockwork Tower, desperately striving to stabilize his magnificent, chaotic creation, the Timepiece of Eternity. Do you dare to enter the Clockwork Tower, a time shifting D&D 5e campaign?
In this D&D 5e adventure, the Clockwork Tower, an enigma of whirling gears and steam, materializes in Esherton. This is the once-lost workshop of Constantine Chronosmith, who disappeared a century ago amidst time-altering experiments.
As the first rays of dawn break over the horizon, an ominous shadow falls over the city of Esherton. The inhabitants wake to a strange spectacle - a colossal, intricate tower stands in the heart of their city, where nothing had been the night before. This massive edifice, humming with an unseen power, reaches towards the heavens. Its strange metallic surface shimmers in the morning light, and various parts of the tower shift and move like a grand clockwork mechanism come to life.
The Clockwork Tower
Whispers sweep through the city, speculations run wild, and fear seizes the hearts of the people. The scholars and elders of Esherton huddle in council, recognizing the telltale signs of the work of Constantine Chronosmith, a legendary artificer who disappeared without a trace a century ago.
With a blend of hope and trepidation, the council turns to you, a group of brave adventurers. They task you with the exploration of this "Clockwork Tower." Your mission? Unravel its mysteries, navigate its shifting, mechanical complexities, and find out what happened to its enigmatic creator.
So gear up, time-benders. The ticking of the tower beckons you. Will you rise to the challenge and uncover the secrets of the Clockwork Tower, or will you succumb to its mechanical might? The future of Esherton and the legacy of Constantine Chronosmith hang in the balance. Let the grand adventure begin!
It's time to step into Esherton, ascend the Clockwork Tower, face the time-tossed echo of Constantine himself, and prevent a temporal catastrophe.
Mayor Elsbeth Windermere: The elected leader of Esherton, Mayor Windermere is a pragmatic woman known for her determination. She is deeply concerned about the appearance of the Clockwork Tower and the potential danger it poses to her city.
Professor Thaddeus Gearhardt: A historian and scholar with a focus on artifice and arcane engineering. He is the city's leading expert on Constantine Chronosmith and could provide valuable information on the Clockwork Tower.
Olivia Constantine: A direct descendant of Constantine Chronosmith. She's a young, aspiring artificer who idolizes her ancestor and yearns to learn more about his creations. Her family heirlooms might provide some insight into the Tower.
Inside the Clockwork Tower
Tick and Tock: A pair of clockwork constructs in the form of small, mechanical birds. They were programmed by Constantine to act as guides and helpers within the Clockwork Tower.
Echo of Constantine Chronosmith: This is the temporal echo of Constantine himself, trapped within his own creation. He appears at various times throughout the tower, offering cryptic advice and clues, his personality flickering between helpful and hostile.
M.A.I.N.T.E.N.A.N.C.E: A large, multi-armed clockwork automaton tasked with repairing and maintaining the other constructs within the Tower. It communicates via a series of whirrs, clicks, and mechanical noises that adventurers must decipher.
Below are some of the monsters who inhabit the Clockwork Tower:
Pendulum Horrors:
Large, scythe-like creatures that hang from the ceiling, swinging back and forth in predictable, yet deadly, patterns. Their sharp edges are a menace to any who don't time their movements carefully.
Spring-Loaded Sprites:
These mischievous, tiny clockwork creatures flit around the tower, often seen maintaining or adjusting smaller mechanisms. They're not particularly harmful unless provoked, but their ability to repair other mechanical monsters could pose a challenge to adventurers.
Gearhound:
Constantine's loyal mechanical pets, these clockwork dogs are as dangerous as they are loyal. They are equipped with sharpened metallic teeth and can run at incredible speeds thanks to their finely crafted spring-loaded legs.
Reward Level 1 - The Digital Almanac - $5 <- Early Bird Pricing! Immerse yourself in a world where time and machinery intertwine. You will receive a beautifully designed, interactive PDF of the adventure, filled with memorable NPCs, intricate puzzles, and thrilling combat encounters. After the first 24hrs, the price will increase to $10.
Reward Level 2 - The Master Tinker's Toolkit - $10 <- Early Bird Pricing! For a more comprehensive journey, pledge at this level to receive all the essentials and much more. This package includes high-resolution maps, VTT files, artwork files for each creature, location, items, and more. After the first 24hrs, the price will increase to $15.
Reward Level 3 - The Chronosmith's Codex - $25 <- Early Bird Pricing! For true patrons of the art of chronosmithery, this level includes everything from Level 2, along with a gorgeous printed, full-color 8.5"x11" soft-cover book of the adventure. After the first 24hrs, the price will increase to $30.
Reward Level 4 - Gears and Gizmos - $55 Celebrating the Penny Blood Adventures 1-year anniversary. Receive four digital PDF books that include:
Clockwork Tower: that includes all digital assets
Creatures of the Realm
Arcane Codex
The Gourmet GuildmasterÂ
Reward Level 4 - Master of Time - $175
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