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Denizens of the Tower! In Blessing of the Sphinx, a group of valiant adventurers is hired to raid a desert temple where the cult worships a sphinx deity called Iraeas. It has been reported that the cult is soon to celebrate a powerful ritual during the solstice. The authorities knew from a cultist defector that this ritual may unleash destructive power upon the world. The characters are tasked to inquire into this matter and put a stop to the Pyre Priests' plans.

In this level-6 Shadowdark adventure, the heroes explore the temple of the Sand Sphinx. This strange desert compound is shrouded in mystery. It is proof of the ancient belief system that cult members have held for centuries. A statue of Iraeas resides in the dungeon. In its depths, a smoldering ember of the sphinx deity's soul burns. It empowers the Pyre Priests and allows them to commune with the goddess. The characters must confront the zealous priests in front of the effigy.

This adventure has been designed for Shadowdark RPG through their 3rd party license. The system is meant to be accessible to OSR players and modern players alike. Adapting the material to 5e or other systems should not be difficult.

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