I have the most trouble coming up with ways to challenge/engage my party without resulting to violence. What are some good non-combat encounters that you guys have thrown at your players?
I figure some other GMs might have this same problem and thought a thread where we continually add to it might be a useful resource.
Stormcrow's golden fruit encounter was awesome. I'd like to see more like this:
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Originally Posted by Stormcrow
...you suddenly encounter a little old hermit guarding a golden tree whose fruits glow with a pale light, and who gives you a riddle explaining the purpose of the tree. Can you figure out the riddle? Do you try eating the fruit? Do you kill the old man? Is he really just an old man? These are the sorts of encounters players will remember...
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