As adventurers progress in their journey, they will come across groups of non-player characters united by a shared objective. These groups could be a secluded monastic order atop a mountain, a village of ordinary people safeguarding one another from the perils of a nearby forest, or even the premiere thieves’ guild of a capital city. The adventurers may develop a desire to establish camaraderie with one of these factions, driven by common adversaries or simply finding them intriguing and admirable.
Presented here is the Midnight Veil: a guild of thieves that specialize in burglarizing the elite of the capital city of a large kingdom.
Important Guildmembers
| Name, Title | Role | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Brinwyn, First Mask | Guild Master | A mysterious, dark-haired elf with intricate tattoos on her arms and legs. Initially cold and professional, she treats those who prove themselves to be competent in a more friendly and casual manner. |
| Kuwatli, Web Keeper | Recruiter | A shrewd and calculating dwarf. Managing a large network of informants and associates, he determines whether somebody is a long-term ally or an expendable asset. |
| Murtiko, Veil Weaver | Guild Wizard | A mirthful and enigmatic human. Specializing in illusions and protective wards, he keeps the guild invisible to prying eyes. |
| Kizzik, Golden Key | Quartermaster | A gregarious kobold with dull copper scales and bright emerald eyes. They have the keys and combinations to every safe and know the locations every cache of equipment the guild has hidden around the city. |
Gaining and Losing Reputation
Certain actions taken by the party can increase or decrease their reputation with the faction. Reference the table below for example actions that can affect the party’s reputation.
Example reputation actions
| Action | Reputation Change |
|---|---|
| Selling a magic item to the guild at a discount | +3 reputation per 5% discount |
| Aiding a guild member that is being attacked | +5 |
| Completing a minor quest for the guild | +10 |
| Completing a major quest for the guild | +20 |
| Attacking a guild associate | -5 |
| Attacking a guild member | -10 |
| Completing any quest for an enemy faction | -20 |
Helping the faction complete their goals will raise their reputation and if they meet the required reputation level, they can purchase magic items from the faction. Reference the table below for examples. Purchasing an item does not lower the party’s reputation level.
Example faction items
| Reputation | Cost | Item |
|---|---|---|
| 20 | 175 gp | Dust of Disappearance |
| 25 | 200 gp | Oil of Slipperiness |
| 30 | 250 gp | Goggles of Night |
| 35 | 350 gp | Cloak of Protection |
| 40 | 450 gp | Ring of Mind Shielding |
Example mission hooks
- Timely Distraction (Minor Quest): At dusk, the Midnight Veil needs all the city guards in the warehouse district to be busy elsewhere. If the adventurers can distract the guards for two hours, they will be rewarded 250 gp and the guild will pay their bail the next morning if they are arrested for a minor offense such as vandalism or drunken brawling.
- To Slander a Lord (Minor Quest): A prominent Lord is talking about “being tough on crime” and targeting the Midnight Veil specifically. The adventurers must start vicious rumors, write mocking songs, or find other ways to damage the image of this Lord and making them the laughingstock of the city. Success will be rewarded with 300 gp.
- Hurt the Competition (Major Quest): Another thieves’ guild known as the Dock Rats has been using an unused section of the sewers to encroach on the Veil’s territory. The adventurers must enter the area and make sure the Dock Rats leave and never return by any means necessary. Successfully completing the task will reward the group with 1,200 gp.
- Heist of the Year (Major Quest): The guild has just executed an impressive heist and they need the party’s help to protect them while they meet the with the buyer. If the adventurers can protect Brinwyn and Kizzik from whoever may try to interrupt the exchange, they will earn 2,000 gp.
Note: The non-consumable items that can be purchased from the Midnight Veil have synergy of the guild membership type.
