Neutralizer Placement — Goldfen Mere
Neutralizer Placement — Goldfen Mere
Find the eastern inflow cluster among lily islands, then place a dose in the largest blighted root channel.
Without pressure: If guards are absent and the party has access to the intake, placing a prepared portion takes 10 minutes and requires no check. Under pressure: use one of the following checks to place it within about 2 minutes; a failed attempt costs time, never automatically destroys the portion.
Nature DC 18
CheckNature DC 18
Critical SuccessThe player locates a concealed backflow route as well; neutralizer takes effect with no disturbance.
SuccessThe character identifies the best root intake and secures the dose.
FailureThe first intake is poorly chosen; another attempt or more time is needed.
Critical FailureThe attempt is noisy and takes additional time; nearby guards may investigate, but the antidote is not automatically lost.
Crafting DC 18
CheckCrafting DC 18
Critical SuccessThe placement is efficient and leaves no conspicuous traces for a returning patrol.
SuccessThe bottle is secured and disperses neutralizer into the infected root channel.
FailureThe line slips or clogs; the character must adjust the placement before it begins working.
Critical FailureThe attempt is noisy and takes additional time; nearby guards may investigate, but the antidote is not automatically lost.
Afterward: A ring of bright gold fades into the dark mud; the mere remains tainted but stops feeding the heart as rapidly. Movement through reeds is slow, and guards may be avoided by choosing the right island. Safe preparation takes 10 minutes. The mature central node remains active until the final assault.