GenerateRPGScenario

Create a one-shot scenario for an RPG

Chat Example

!GenerateRPGScenario

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D&D 3.5e

Shipwreck Cove

Dungeon Name: The Wreckage of the Crimson Maiden

Dungeon Overview:

This sunken ship once belonged to the notorious pirate Captain Redbeard, who was known for his ferocity and cunning. His ship, the Crimson Maiden, was feared across the seven seas, until it mysteriously disappeared. Rumors say the ship carried a massive treasure. The ship is now a shipwreck in a cove, half-submerged and half-exposed.

Dungeon Layout:

1. The Cliffs: The players would have to navigate their way down a jagged cliff face to reach the cove where the shipwreck lies. There are several paths down the cliff, some are easier to traverse, but might involve encounters with aggressive seabirds, or trigger rockslides.

2. The Cove: The cove is filled with jagged rocks and swirling waters. Stealthy aquatic creatures (like Sahuagin or Merrow) lurk in the water. They are territorial and will attack if they feel threatened.

3. The Deck: The ship's deck is weather-beaten and worn. A few skeletal remains of the crew litter the deck, animated as Skeletons or Zombies. The deck also has a few traps like a collapsing floor leading to the hold, or a rigged cannon ready to fire.

4. The Captain's Cabin: This room contains maps, charts, and a skeletal figure holding a magical cutlass, the Ghostblade. The figure is the ghost of Captain Redbeard, who will attack anyone who enters his cabin. A successful diplomacy check can convince him to stand down.

5. The Hold: The ship's hold is half-filled with water, and houses a few Giant Crabs. The hold also contains the ship's treasure, including gold, jewels, and a magical trident known as the "Wave Tamer."

6. The Galley: A puzzle room filled with rotting food and broken utensils. Solving the puzzle, which involves setting the dining table in a correct sequence, reveals a hidden compartment with potions and scrolls.

Dungeon Encounters:

1. Rockslide: A triggered trap on the cliff, requiring successful Reflex saves to avoid damage.

2. Seabird Swarm: A flock of aggressive seabirds that will attack those who disturb them.

3. Sahuagin Patrol: A group of Sahuagin scouts that attack if the party enters their territory.

4. Deck Traps: Traps on the deck that deal damage and possibly drop characters into the hold.

5. Undead Crew: A group of Skeletons or Zombies that attack the party on the deck.

6. Captain Redbeard: A challenging miniboss fight against the ghost of Captain Redbeard in his cabin.

7. Giant Crabs: A fight against Giant Crabs in the water-filled hold.

Dungeon Rewards:

1. Gold and Jewels: A substantial amount of treasure in the hold.

2. Ghostblade: A magical cutlass that can strike incorporeal creatures.

3. Wave Tamer: A magical trident that can control water and aquatic creatures to a certain extent.

4. Potions and Scrolls: Various utility and healing potions, and random spell scrolls in the galley's hidden compartment.

This dungeon can accommodate 4-6 players of around level 5-6. The difficulty can be adjusted by changing the number or type of creatures, the difficulty of traps, or the toughness of the miniboss.

!GenerateRPGScenario

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PBTA

Space

Dungeon Name: The Caverns of Illusion

Background:
The dungeon is actually a derelict space station, known as The Dusk Shadow, that was abandoned centuries ago and is now overrun with alien flora and fauna. The space station is a massive, circular structure with a central hub and several radial arms that each contain different sections.

1. Arrival Bay:
Players start in the Arrival Bay, a large hangar filled with the husks of abandoned spacecraft. The walls are covered in alien moss and vines. There are two exits from the room, one leading to the Central Hub and one to the Cargo Hold. The arrival bay houses a few alien critters (difficulty 2) that scuttle away when disturbed.

Loot: A basic laser pistol, a few energy cells and a personal force-field generator.

2. Cargo Hold:
The Cargo Hold is a maze of crates and shipping containers. The room is filled with traps, such as gravity wells and automated laser turrets. There are two exits from the room, one leading to the Arrival Bay and one to the Hydroponics Lab.

Loot: A crate of alien artifacts (various values), a case of medical supplies, and a damaged but repairable drone.

3. Hydroponics Lab:
The Hydroponics Lab is overgrown with alien plants that have taken over the room. The plants are sentient and will defend their territory if disturbed. The room contains a puzzle where players must manipulate the environmental controls to create a path through the plant growth. There are two exits from the room, one leading to the Cargo Hold and one to the Central Hub.

Loot: Various alien plant samples (useful for crafting), a utility belt with various tools.

4. Central Hub:
The Central Hub is a large, circular room with a huge holographic map of the galaxy in the center. The room is inhabited by a group of space pirates (difficulty 3) who have set up camp here. There are four exits from the room, one leading to each of the other rooms and one to the Bridge.

Loot: A map of the galaxy, a pirate's treasure hoard.

5. Bridge:
The Bridge is the control center of the space station. It is guarded by a rogue AI (difficulty 4) that has taken control of the station's systems. The players will need to defeat the AI to gain control of the station. The room contains a puzzle where players must rewire the control systems to disable the AI.

Loot: Control of the space station, advanced technology schematics.

Throughout the dungeon, players will need to contend with zero-gravity environments, lack of oxygen, and malfunctioning technology. The dungeon is designed to be a test of the players' problem-solving skills and resourcefulness, as well as their combat abilities.

The dungeon should be relatively easy for a group of beginner players, but the difficulty can be adjusted by increasing the number and power of the enemies, adding more traps, and making the puzzles more complex.

Programmatic Access

Retrieve the prompt:
LLMPrompt["GenerateRPGScenario"]

LLMResourceFunction["GenerateRPGScenario"][diff, ruleset, theme]

sets the Difficulty diff of the scenario while applying a particular set of rules ruleset and theme

Details

rulesets can be any commonly used name for an RPG and the accompanying edition. For example, "Dungeons and Dragons v3.5".

Examples

Generate a dungeon for an underwater adventure:

In[1]:=

LLMResourceFunction["GenerateRPGScenario"]["Normal","Dungeons & Dragons 3.5e","Jungle"]

Out[1]=

Title: The Lost Temple of the JungleScenario Overview:Deep within the heart of an uncharted jungle lies the Lost Temple, an ancient and mysterious structure rumored to hold unimaginable treasures. As a group of brave adventurers, you have been tasked with exploring the temple, overcoming its challenges, and uncovering its secrets. Prepare to face deadly enemies, solve intricate puzzles, and navigate treacherous traps as you delve into the depths of the jungle.Setting:The jungle is a lush and vibrant environment, teeming with exotic flora and fauna. Thick foliage obscures the sunlight, casting dappled shadows on the forest floor. Ancient stone ruins peek through the dense vegetation, hinting at the temple's presence. The air is heavy with humidity, and the sounds of chirping birds and buzzing insects fill the air.Objective:Locate the entrance to the Lost Temple, navigate its treacherous corridors, defeat the guardians within, and claim the legendary artifact rumored to be hidden deep within its chambers.Encounters:1. Encounter: Jungle AmbushAs the adventurers make their way through the dense jungle, they are ambushed by a group of savage tribal warriors. Armed with spears and blowguns, these skilled hunters are determined to protect their sacred lands.Enemies: Tribal Warriors (3), Tribal Shaman (1)Loot: Tribal weapons, blowgun darts, tribal jewelry2. Encounter: The Riddle of the Ancient StatuesUpon entering the temple, the adventurers come across a room filled with ancient statues. Each statue holds a different pose, and a riddle is inscribed on the wall. The adventurers must decipher the riddle and arrange the statues correctly to proceed.Puzzle: The riddle asks, "In the jungle's heart, the key lies. Seek the guardian of the skies." The correct answer is to arrange the statues in a way that depicts a bird soaring above the jungle canopy.3. Encounter: The Poisonous Serpent's LairAs the adventurers descend deeper into the temple, they stumble upon a chamber infested with deadly snakes. The room is filled with venomous serpents, coiled and ready to strike.Enemies: Poisonous Snakes (5), Giant Constrictor Snake (1)Loot: Snake venom, snake scales (can be used for crafting)4. Encounter: The Guardian's ChallengeIn the heart of the temple, the adventurers face the ultimate challenge: a powerful guardian who protects the artifact. This guardian is a massive stone golem, brought to life by ancient magic. It attacks with brute force, using its stone fists to pummel its foes.Enemy: Stone Golem (1)Loot: Ancient artifact, magical gemstonesTraps:Throughout the temple, the adventurers must be wary of hidden traps. These traps include pressure plates that trigger dart traps, collapsing floors, and swinging blades. The traps are designed to test the adventurers' reflexes and ability to detect danger.Visual Aesthetics:The Lost Temple is a mix of overgrown ruins and intricate stone carvings. Moss-covered walls, crumbling pillars, and intricate hieroglyphics adorn the temple's chambers. The air is filled with an otherworldly glow as sunlight filters through cracks in the ceiling, illuminating the ancient architecture.Note: The difficulty level of this scenario is considered Normal for a group of adventurers at an appropriate level for Dungeons & Dragons 3.5e. Adjustments may be necessary based on the party's composition and experience.

Possible Issues

Currently this runs well as generating a 'one-shot' draft of a scenario. In order have the LLM keep context of the conversation and have it act as Dungeon Master of sorts, you'll need to utilize the chat features as opposed to running it programmatically.

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Contributed by: Eli Lichtblau