Stone Altar

Summary

The Stone Altar is a rough stone structure located at the center of the Underground Cavern Beneath Rex Tree, discovered in Session 2. The altar serves as the focal point for the Robed Cult Figures' activities and bears substantial food offerings, including vegetables, fruits, peppers, potatoes, apples, and particularly large quantities of acorns. The altar's presence and the nature of its offerings suggest a connection to the smuggling operation the party has been investigating.

Description

The altar is constructed of rough stone and sits in the middle of the underground chamber. Its surface is heaped with various food offerings in considerable quantities. The offerings include multiple types of vegetables—among them leafy balls that may be endives—as well as fruits, peppers, potatoes, and apples. Most notably, acorns appear in particularly large numbers among the offerings, suggesting either abundance in the surrounding forest or special significance to the cult's practices.

History

Session 2

The party discovers the Stone Altar during their exploration of the cavern system beneath the Rex Tree. The altar is found in the central chamber where the Robed Cult Figures have gathered. At the time of discovery, the altar bears its full array of food offerings, with the acorns forming a significant portion of the displayed items.

Notable Features

• Central placement — Located in the middle of the underground chamber, making it the clear focal point of the space
• Food offerings — Heaped with vegetables, fruits, peppers, potatoes, and apples
• Acorn abundance — Acorns appear in significantly greater quantities than other offerings
• Rough stone construction — Built from unfinished stone rather than worked or carved material
• Cult focus — Serves as the center of the robed figures' gathering and presumed ritual activity