Rogahn and Zelligar

Rogahn the Fearless and Zelligar the Unknown... two names that have become part of local legend. Their partnership and adventures gained them fame and great respect. Rogahn the Fearless earned his reputation as a great warrior, and Zelligar the Unknown is purported to have been a foremost practitioner of the wizardly arts. Whatever brought these two together, tales of their partnership and adventures are recounted in taverns and royal courts alike.

As their fame grew, the two men, preferring to avoid the press of civilization, retreated to their stronghold. A rumored hideaway built deep in the wilderness, far from the nearest settlement, away from traveled routes, and high upon a craggy hill. Some say their motive was to pursue the common goals of personal greed, while some hint at a more sinister purpose. In any case, they jointly led a hermit life with few forays into the outside world.

Many years passed until one day, a barbarian horde invaded from the north, threatening to engulf the land. Just when things seemed darkest, Rogahn the Fearless and Zelligar the Unknown appeared. Joining forces, they and their band of loyal henchmen met the barbarian army in a great battle at a narrow pass in the hills and decisively turned back the invasion. Rogahn slew a host of barbarians single-handedly, and Zelligar's powerful magic put their army to flight. It was a great victory, and a grateful populace rewarded the pair and their consorts with considerable treasure. After that, the two heroes again retired to their fortress, taking the spoils of their triumph with them.

Recently, Rogahn and Zelligar decided upon a joint foray into the lands of the hated barbarians. Taking most of their henchmen and associates with them in a great armed band, they disappeared into the savage lands to the north on a grand adventure.

Months passed. Slowly, word began to spread of some great battle in the barbarian lands where the legendary Rogahn and Zelligar met their demise. Now, their great stronghold lies empty, so the rumors say, and who knows what riches of wealth and magic might be there for the taking? Some have already made the trek in search of fame and fortune and have not been heard from since. It is possible guards were left to protect the undoubted treasure troves. Or, perhaps the fortress halls are now teeming with monsters, crept in from the wilderness.

You find yourselves in possession of a crude map purporting to show the way to the mysterious stronghold, a place marked simply as "Q." The risk is great, but the challenge cannot be ignored. Gathering your party, you embark on an adventure in search of the unknown...