Chapter 3: The Spider's Web - Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk

Chapter 3: The Spider's Web. Once the characters have dealt with Iarno "Glasstaff" Albrek, they'll likely want to find Wave Echo Cave and confront the Spider. So far, the characters haven't learned the cave's location, but they have several leads that point to the wilderness outside Phandalin. The characters may also complete any quests they received from townspeople in Phandalin. The characters can't learn much more in town, and with the Redbrands defeated, Phandalin isn't in immediate danger. The heroes must enter the forests and hills surrounding the town to uncover the larger plots they're caught in. The banshee Agatha brooks no disrespect or threats in her home The Story So Far Depending on which townspeople the characters met in Phandalin and which quests they completed or clues they gathered, they might know some or all the following information: The Banshee Sister Garaele wants the characters to find the banshee Agatha and ask her about Bowgentle's spellbook (see "Conyberry and Agatha's Lair"). Old Owl Well Daran Edermath wants the characters to discover who is exploring the ruins at Old Owl Well (see "Old Owl Well"). Thundertree Qelline Alderleaf suggested the characters go to the ruined town of Thundertree and consult with the druid Reidoth (see "Ruins of Thundertree"). Wyvern Tor Townmaster Harbin Wester wants the characters to head east on the Triboar Trail and chase away raiders near Wyvern Tor (see "Wyvern Tor"). Cragmaw Castle Sildar Hallwinter wants the characters to stop the Cragmaw goblins' attacks and search for Gundren Rockseeker, and he encourages them to explore Cragmaw Castle (see "Cragmaw Castle"). The characters can rest and purchase supplies in Phandalin as their funds allow. When they're done, ask the players to pick a lead to investigate so their characters can head to the appropriate destination. Running This Chapter This chapter takes place in the wilds surrounding Phandalin, a region known as the Triboar Trail. The area is composed...