Green Flame in the Well

The town well burns with cold green flame that does not boil the water but does reveal anyone who lies while near it. Thieves confess; marriages implode; the guard loves it until criminals stop talking altogether. Descend the well, find the flame's fuel, and decide whether truth should be optional.

Suggested NPCs

Morgan Silverhand

  • Human
  • Female
  • Elderly

Role

Occupation
Wedding negotiator

Character

Motivation
Maintaining order and justice
Personality
Gentle and peaceful
Background
Town guard dedicated to protecting citizens

Details

Quirk
Stares at clouds when lying
Speaking style
Whispers even in quiet rooms
Private fear
Maps with blank spaces
Secret
Knows the king's true name and will not speak it
Signature item
Brass key that warms near hidden doors

Luna Thornridge

  • Human
  • Other
  • Elderly

Role

Occupation
Icehouse curator

Character

Motivation
Maintaining order and justice
Personality
Cheerful and optimistic
Background
Town guard dedicated to protecting citizens

Details

Quirk
Always knows the local weather
Speaking style
Speaks through a half-smile
Private fear
Debt collectors with honest faces
Secret
Feeding information to two rival churches
Signature item
Coin that always lands on its edge

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