D&D 5E Noncombat Encounter - Urban

Noncombat Encounters include creature groups, hazards and lone npcs. Maybe a lost lizardfolk, a forest fire or a talkative druid
Encounters in an urban environment conjure scenes of derelict buildings, grand temples and overflowing sewers. They could occur in a narrow cobbled street, gloomy graveyard or a busy public park.

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1 Berserker

Lida is a frantic dragonborn berserker with a scarred pony. They adore telling horrifying folk tales and are currently whistling a tune to a partner
At a lodge near a tomb (there is unattended wagon)
They are competing in a game with lots of shouting

1 Druid

Lin is an important female human druid covered in beautiful jewelry. She is in disguise for imaginary reasons and seeks help in investigating a mystery involving a curse
At a smithy (the area is cursed ground)
They are bearing symbols of a local faction

1 Cult Fanatic

Antonina Khalid is a gallant kenku cult fanatic with long, slender fingers. She is easily distracted by food and is having dreams of local ruins
At a collapsed cairn (sleet is falling)
They are bearing symbols of a local deity
Possibly... they have a Spell Scroll of

1 Goblin

Karilya the Young is an opinionated goblin with glowing orange hair. They are obsessed with brewing drinks and are currently practicing with a percussion instrument
At a burial ground (nearby is an overgrown brook)
They are hanging out washing

1 Acolyte

They ask your help in performing a simple ritual
At a desolate shrine to a power of fate (there is a rainbow)
They are building something
Possibly... they have a chariot

1 Camel which are domesticated

They are pulling a cart or other vehicle but there is no driver
At a field of damaged yams (close by is a crumbling statue)
They are connected to a nearby building
Possibly... they have a set of Pipes of the Sewers

1 Jackalwere (Monster Manual p.193)

Groot is a hardy jackalwere with long white gloves. She believes an unlucky high priest is a rival and seeks to explore the world one tavern at time
At an orchard (it is wet)
They are looking for somewhere to rest

1 Mage

They are making offerings to a local spirit and ask if you can contribute anything
At a park of heath (which is touched by death magic)
They are doing a deal

1 Archmage

They are looking for work
At a small square. There is a garden of blue flowers with a brightly-painted statue (there is a strong scent of incense)
They are performing a craft

2 Commoners

They want to be your friend
At a mansion (there is a rainbow)
They are hiding from a nearby threat
Possibly... they have a large tent that fits 8 Medium-size creatures

Undercity Noncombat Encs