Description
A murky pool 6 feet deep, clouded with mud and algae, serving as the lair of a froghemoth. The pool blocks direct access to Kubazan’s shrine, forcing visitors to navigate around it using treacherous terrain.
The Froghemoth
A froghemoth lurks within the pool, with only its eyestalk visible (DC 14 Wisdom (Perception) to spot). The creature attacks anyone who:
- Disturbs the water
- Attempts to reach the shrine
The froghemoth heaves itself from the pool to pursue prey.
Terrain Features
Stepping Stones & Bridges: The area around the pool includes:
- A shattered, moss-slickened monolith
- Rotted rope bridges that sink when stepped on
- Stepping stones requiring a DC 10 Dexterity (Acrobatics) check to cross safely
Failure on the check results in falling into the pool, which triggers the froghemoth’s attack.
Frog Statue
A frog statue stands near the pool. Close examination of the statue’s mouth reveals a stone key set into an indentation on its tongue. This key opens the locked gate at area 3B (the entrance to Kubazan’s shrine).
Location Context
This pool is located at area 3A in Omu, guarding the approach to Kubazan’s shrine (one of the nine trickster god shrines in the ruined city).