Description:
In a secluded grove, the players find a circle of standing stones, each emitting a faint, musical hum. The stones are inscribed with ancient runes that seem to resonate with different tones.
Objective:
Activate the stones in the correct order to produce a harmonious melody that will open a hidden passage.
Puzzle Type: Spatial
Difficulty:
Moderate
Solution Method: Pattern Recognition
Clues:
An old poem carved into a nearby tree hints at the sequence: “From the deep of earth to the high of sky, the melody of life will guide you by.”
Success criteria:
Activating the stones in the correct order produces the melody, causing the ground to tremble and reveal a hidden staircase or treasure.
Failure consequences:
Incorrect activation might cause the stones to produce a discordant sound, summoning forest spirits or triggering a natural hazard like a sudden storm.
Timelimit in minutes:
None
Optional info:
The melody could be tied to a significant event or character in the campaign, adding narrative weight to the puzzle.
This looks really neat (DragonDice, 6 months ago)