(6 months ago)

The Riddle of the Sphinx

made by MonkMastery

Description:

A majestic sphinx guards the entrance to an ancient tomb, demanding the answer to a riddle before granting passage.

Objective:

Solve the riddle presented by the sphinx.

Puzzle Type: Word

Difficulty:

Easy

Solution Method: Deductive Reasoning

Clues:

The sphinx provides hints if the players struggle, but each hint lowers their reward for success.

Success criteria:

The correct answer allows safe passage or rewards.

Failure consequences:

Incorrect answers may anger the sphinx, leading to a deadly combat encounter or a curse.

Timelimit in minutes:

None

Optional info:

The riddle could be related to the campaign’s theme or the characters’ backstories, adding depth to the encounter.