xanth-the-wizard:

[1] There is a flea-market in town with hundreds of vendors selling everything from valuable artisan goods to worthless junk. If you’re lucky you may find a neglected magic item for sale
[2] A thieves guild takeover is currently underway and somehow you’ve managed to get involved
[3] An earthquake ravages the city, within the rubble ancient prophetic texts are discovered
[4] Rumor: Beneath the meat shop there is an illegal underground fighting ring. What will you do? Stop it from getting out of hand, make some bets, or sign up as a fighter yourself?
[5] Riots in the streets spark as an unjust ruler is appointed into a position of great power
[6] Taco Bell is real and Baja Blast is now canon
[7] Rumor: An unknown infant Monster is roaming the streets. It is incredibly dangerous and there is a bounty for its capture. People believe it is a Basilisk
[8] Twin scientists advertise around town for their Monster business. They buy and sell monster parts and some interesting Monster related goods
[9] The town drunk happens to know a lot of interesting/important information but nobody seems to be listening
[10] The world’s first train operates within this bustling city. While visiting a catastrophic event occurs involving a busted engine
[11] Rumor: Pranksters have animated the children’s toys and stuffed animals at the local General Store causing some traumatic memories for the local kids. People believe the culprits are the store owners themselves. But how true is this claim?
[12] Rumor: The abandoned castle on the hill is full of tremendous treasure and wealth. But so far nobody has discovered where it is hidden
[13] Local crime lord strolls around town with their new love interest. Everyone is afraid of this criminal but do nothing to stop them from taking advantage of their town
[14] An industrialized revolution is happening! Lots of unique goods and services are all over the city. But this massive urban development comes with a steep cost. Nature spirits are planning an attack on the city for invading their homeland
[15] You are in a town blessed by nature. Colorful fauna is everywhere and on every building. It is a beautiful culmination of nature and society. They also grow rare and exotic crops
[16] Yup. It finally happened. The most chaotic member of the party has a bounty. Good luck
[17] This town is inhabited entirely by avian beings. They are friendly, but most places are inaccessible if you can’t fly
[18] A local Barber is willing to give your party’s pet a cool new haircut. What’s that? They have no hair you say? No problem! Stylish wigs are also an option
[19] “Welcome! Tonight is the big game! The Bardic and Wizarding colleges are going to face off! Be sure to buy your tickets now!”
[20] Zelda-esque mini games are all over the place! Smash pots, hit some targets, win some rupees!

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dungeonhavoc:

D4 City Pickpockets

‘I rolled a 76 on my slight of hand! What did I find!’ Tired of just handing them a coin purse? Roll on the table to determine what they nicked from their victim.

1) Wooden Beholder Toy: A rare find since it was discontinued for its association with Xanathar and his brutality. (can be sold to a collector for 10 gp)

2) Jade Dice: A fine crafted set of common gaming dice used in various games. (20 gp)

3) Tiny Shovel: This tiny spade looks like it’s meant to be used by a child in the sand, but it’s actually magical and allows the wielded to use the cantrip Mold Earth at will. (100 gp)

4) Mithril Flask of Nyanzaru Rum: This dark spiced rum is crafted by the merchant princess Kwayothe. A lovely and rare drink in a Mithril flask. (125 gp)

dungeonhavoc:

D4 Shields

The magic is in the details! (Also the devil, but that’s a different post). So let’s add a bit of zip to one of the most common items the game; the shield.

Roll on the table for your unique shield and who might be wilding it.

Animal Parts: Turtle shells, beetle carapaces, and bones all add a primal nature to your NPC while characterizing the local fauna.

Doors: It’s fun throwing hulking thugs at the PCs using broken of doors and portculliss as protection. It shows that those NPCs are ‘unhinged’.

Small Creatures: Nothing says baddie like a villain who uses the living as a shield. An ogre that lashed the mayor’s daughter to his forarm just conveys a level of evil.

Torn Steel: Have your NPCs use torn fragments of breastplates and rent shields of dead foes to create a collage of past victories. Make your players wonder ‘will my armor just be another shield in their horde?’