Nalthra Veylan, great granddaughter of the renowned jeweler-magician Draxas Veylan, is troubled by inexplicable sounds from her great grandfather’s sealed laboratory below the old family mansion: scratching, squeaking, giggling, screaming, even a humming tune.
She has posted a notice of “ADVENTURERS WANTED” Magician's Laboratory, to enter the laboratory and clear out the lingering dangers. As the family’s fortune has been depleted, and a thief recently absconded with their prized jewel, Nalthra can offer no reward, but allows explorers to keep any treasures they find in the laboratory. She believes it still contains piles of gold ingots and precious stones—in addition to deadly traps and magical guardians placed to deter thieves.
Three days ago a dwarf adventurer named Orrick ventured inside; after about an hour he screamed, didn’t answer Nelthra's calls, and never reemerged.