The Gullet of GorVask  is a massive canyon that twists through the heart of a desolate wasteland. Its jagged walls are lined with sharp, obsidian-like rock, and strange fumes waft from deep fissures, giving the air an acrid taste. The canyon is named after GorVask, a legendary goblin-eating beast said to lurk in its deepest reaches. Small ledges and tunnels dot the canyon walls, some leading to forgotten goblin burial sites and ancient shrines. At night, eerie howls echo through the Gullet, and ghostly lights flicker in the shadows.  

Strange plant life grows in the canyon—gnarled vines with glowing fruit and thorny bushes that bleed sap when cut. Bones litter the ground, from goblins, beasts, and unlucky adventurers who dared to delve too deeply. It's said that the Gullet changes, as if alive, with ledges crumbling, paths shifting, and shadows playing tricks on the mind.The canyon itself can be portrayed as alive. The Judge/DM can describe shifting pathways, sudden rockfalls, or shadowy movements that evoke unease. Subtle whispers and the sensation of being watched can add tension, especially as players delve deeper. 

Four Hooks

• The Beast Awakens: A tribe of rival goblins is trying to awaken GorVask, the legendary beast, to use it as a weapon. Players must navigate the Gullet, sabotage the ritual, and prevent the creature from emerging.

• The Lost Vault: Deep within the canyon lies the Vault of GorVask, a hidden chamber that contains treasures and secrets of an ancient goblin warlord who once ruled the region. Players must decipher puzzles and survive traps to uncover its location.

• The Shifting Shrine: An old goblin shrine to the First King rests within the canyon, but it is guarded by spirits of fallen goblins. To gain their favor, players must solve riddles, perform rituals, or bargain with these spectral guardians.

• The Rival Raiders: The party encounters rival goblins scavenging in the Gullet. Will they fight, negotiate, or ally with them to overcome the canyon's dangers?

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