Publisher's blurb: The Thing In The Basement is a 3-4 hour mystery adventure for Level 1 -2 characters. Perfect for introducing a new batch of heroes to your table, or new players to the world of D&D! This adventure is very role-play heavy with a smattering of combat. The kitchen help working for The Deaf Hound tavern and inn has gone missing, and the citizens of the town of Matlock suspect the ex-con owner of the establishment in foul play. He begs you for help before they string him up from the gallows! Can your group solve the mystery in time? Included is the city of Matlock and several merchant-type NPCs that your players can befriend and come back to time and time again. Maybe even establish a base of operations there.