A Bundle Scene Starters sans Context: Part 3

(A brief tutorial on how to use the numbering system is given on pages 1-2)

1-2

3-4

5-6

1-2     The PC either stumbles upon or is sought out by a (colleague, friend, family member) to research the mystery of a series of victims of a strange (poison, disease, mental affect, irrational impulse) that has struck with in the (region, kingdom, city, business, royal family). A suspect is in the custody of (the police, the palace guard, a crime syndicate, a rural sheriff) who used the (poison, psychic device, infectious meme, spell charm), but he claims that he doesn't know who is producing this weapon, but can give you the name of his supplier, for leniency. Do you take up the Mystery?

3-4     At a gathering to make peace between warring factions of (gangs, nations, fighting school, religions) the third party mediator is (shot, poisoned, burst into flames). Each side blames the other, not even considering that it could be the work of a third party. Why is your character here? Did the mediator die? What actions do you take?

5-6     The PC's reputation is scandalized causing the loss of (social status, a valuable contract, a land grant, a much needed loan) The accusation is a perversion of an action the PC has taken. Who spread the rumors? Why do so many people believe them? What personage of power have you offended?

7-8     During a routine activity in the late evening (guard work, an evening stroll, time at one's favorite playhouse or theatre, the PC discovers a (magical hour glass, bomb, booby trap). It is clearly counting down to something and that time will end soon? How does the PC react; what will happen when it reaches "0", what do you know that is worth killing over?

9-0     Enemies from past adventures catch up to you at a social function, a powerful person from your local scene shows up to scorn them and offers you their protection, as many of their lackeys appear on the scene bolstering your numbers. But no good deed is free, they want something from the PC. Something valuable and in short supply. What is it they want? Why do they think  you can get it? Can you afford to say no?

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