Head of the Beast

Hunt the legendary Diamondback, or protect it from poachers.

HuntWildernessMonster

Background

The King of Spades has put a large bounty on the head of the Diamondback—a large, blind, four-legged beast with razor sharp fangs, diamond-hard hide, and a venomous forked tongue.

Quest Hook

"Bring back the head of the Diamondback and all glory is yours. But be careful—you won't be the only hunters on the chase. Alternatively, the Queen of Diamonds may hire you to protect the beast from poachers."

Key NPCs

Rival hunting parties
Queen of Diamonds' agents

Key Encounters

The Diamondback

Quest Rewards

Royal favor from the monarch who hired you
Trophy materials from the beast

GM Notes

This adventure hook is a starting point. Adjust encounter difficulty based on party composition and current resources. Consider adding environmental hazards or time pressure to increase tension.