Chult Colosseum [160 x 120]
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It's DINO RACING TIME!!
In the hot jungles of Chult, the only thing better than hunting dinosaurs...is RACING dinosaurs!
Chult is a part of the Forgotten Realms that is known for many things, including its savage beasts, roaming dinosaurs, rampant disease and undead plague. It is probably known by many as the backdrop for the WOTC module, Tomb of Annihilation, which has a dino-racing segment as a part of the adventure.
I thought it would be fun to create an alternative location for such a race, whether you use it to run the module or simply want to have a good old fashioned dino-race like dad used to do. We have a great illustrated scene of the Colosseum, by Ha Art, to help set the stage.
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The Colosseum has a variety of different areas that can hold both social and combat encounters, including some of the following:
Exterior Camp - A small encampment outside of the main gate contains a pack of hunters in the employ of the Mistress/Master of the Games. They are in charge of tracking, trapping and returning a slew of potential dinosaur racers for the games.
Merchant Stalls - A pair of wagons lay semi-permanently parked near the main gates, offering flags, food, drink and other goods associated with the games.
Stands - The tiered stands surrounding the sandy racing floor are carved from stone and can seat hundreds of viewers. They are accessible by both a small twisting stair on the left, as well as through the large building near the top left.
Viewing Area - A prime viewing area is visible on a stone terrace, where the Master/Mistress of the Games frequently invites guests to watch the races, while they talk business and strike deals largely in their favor.
Racetrack - The racetrack consists of a massive sandy floor surrounded by a 40-foot high wooden wall. The middle of the racetrack has large stony cliffs, and a waterfall cascading onto the racecourse. A few alternate routes exist, such as through a small cave in the standing water of the waterfall, as well as a raised section of the cliff that can be climbed to provide a short cut. Both paths have unique challenges and dangers.
Tavern - A tavern for the common folk lay in the southwest, providing food and drink to the many viewers taking to the stands.
Villas - A pair of private villas can be rented by large parties wishing a private viewing experience, as well as accommodations.
How can I use this map?
My primary idea for this map is either to supplement the dinosaur racing segment of Tomb of Annihilation, or to be used in your homebrew or Chult-based adventure that could benefit from having a large, resusable set piece with interesting NPC's and action-packed races.
Having the PC's bet on the races or, better yet, PARTICIPATE in the races is also an option, along with making a whole mini-game of it with specialized gear, rider equipment, rules and upgrades to give to the dinosaur mounts they choose. I plan to have some illustrated items and perhaps some basic mechanics available in the near future.
