Description:
Three mountains rise from an otherwise flat plain, each having a gigantic altar carved into the top of it. The stone looks worn and ancient. The slopes are steep and treacherous, but you're not sure if these were ever meant for someone of your own size.
History:
- These monuments have been here since the earliest humans came to settle.
- You have heard that titans used to come here.
- Long ago, titans and giants would hold their moots in this valley.
- These plains are massive and flat.
- Mountains are unusual around here.
- The "mountains" are artificial, not formed through natural means.
The mountains in Monument Valley were formed a long time ago by titans and giants. The altars are shrines to the ancient Titans, whom they revere as deities. The valley between the mountains was used to hold their moots. For the last several hundred years, these creatures have not been been there, as there have not been any moot-worthy events to happen. Humans have set up a small town between the mountains, in the center of the valley in the meantime, completely oblivious to the place's purpose.
The obvious intent here is that the Titans and giants all return suddenly and begin terrorizing the humans that are desecrating their sacred place. The reasons for their sudden moot can vary depending on what has happened in the campaign. Ideas I have so far:
- Celestial alignment. Titans and giants live for a long time, it could be several centuries before the stars are right.
- A great beast was slain. Perhaps even the party was involved.
- A new king must be chosen.
Getting the giants to stop killing people should be the priority, and there are a number of ways to go about it.
- Confrontation. The PCs can attempt to slay all of the attackers, though this will be very difficult.
- Persuasion. The giants may be convinced that the townspeople should be allowed to simply leave, provided the PCs are capable of doing so.
- Appeasement. If the PCs help the giants perform their moot by ascending the shrines, the town may become an actual addition to the valley and, therefore, be sacred along with everything else.
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