There is an old ruin of a small citadel on a cliff overlooking a rarely used pass. The road through the pass has become increasingly hazardous in recent years. Now, only rash and desperate travelers — or those travelling in very large parties — dare to use it. Those who have survived the crossing tell dark tales of fearsome beasts and strange happenings; in all these tales the citadel is the eye of the storm.
It is rumoured that the evil priests of Ngurct have occupied the citadel; their foul creed worships the black demon of the same name. Ngurct, who is associated with Nektor, god of the undead, is the patron demon of exotic monsters — and he requires the regular sacrifice of human unbelievers.
You have been hired by your king to eradicate this scourge, and make the pass safe for travel and commerce once again. The power of Ngurct is locked into a gold medallion. If you return the medallion to the king, the power of Ngurct will be broken.
It is rumored that Ngurct himself abides in the citadel, though it is not known in what form. For your efforts, you will be paid 5,000 GP upon the return of the medallion. And, of course, you will get to keep any loot you find.
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