General Principles

• Thematic Relevance: Loot should reflect the harsh tundra environment, Abyssal influences, and the unique cultures of Frostbound Legacy.

• Narrative Integration: Loot should be tied to the story, providing rewards for player actions and advancing the narrative.

• Fair Distribution: Loot should be distributed fairly among the party, considering each player's role and contributions.

Types of Loot

Gold & Currency: Used for purchasing goods, services, and upgrades.

Equipment

• Weapons & Armor: Froststeel, ice-forged, Abyssal-resistant gear.

• Tools & Supplies: Climbing gear, survival kits, alchemical ingredients.

• Clothing & Gear: Warm clothing, frost-resistant gear, and other survival necessities.

Magical Items

• Common: Potions, scrolls, minor enchantments.

• Rare: Powerful artifacts, unique weapons, and legendary items.

• Resources: Crafting Materials: Froststeel, mithril, rare gems, enchanted crystals.

• Trade Goods: Furs, pelts, exotic materials for trade.

Loot Acquisition

• Combat: Defeating enemies yields loot.

• Exploration: Discover hidden caches, ancient ruins, and valuable resources.

• Quests: Rewards for completing quests and fulfilling objectives.

• Crafting: Players can craft items using looted materials.

• Trading: Trade with NPCs, other factions, or other players.

Loot Distribution

• Party Consensus: Discuss and agree on how to divide loot.

• Role-Based Distribution: Prioritize items that benefit specific roles (e.g., a healer receives healing potions).

• GM Discretion: The DM may intervene in cases of dispute or to ensure fair distribution.

Special Loot Considerations

• Abyssal Artifacts: May offer powerful bonuses but carry curses or negative side effects.

• Relics of the Tundra: Ancient artifacts with unique properties and potential story hooks.

Froststeel

Basic Froststeel Ingot: 20-30 gold pieces

High-Quality Froststeel Ingot: 40-60 gold pieces

Enchanted Froststeel Ingot: 80-120 gold pieces

Froststeel Weapon: 100-200 gold pieces (depending on the type and quality)

Froststeel Armor: 200-400 gold pieces (depending on the type and quality)

Example Pricing

Froststeel Dagger: 120 gold pieces

Froststeel Sword: 180 gold pieces

Froststeel Breastplate: 300 gold pieces

Froststeel Shield: 150 gold pieces

Important Notes

• Currency: Gold is the primary currency, but barter and trade are also common.

• Identification: Magical items may require identification (Identify spell, Arcana check, consultation with an expert).

• Consequences of Greed: Hoarding loot or acting selfishly can have negative consequences for party dynamics and relationships.