d20 Encounters at Sea

A drifting ship with torn sails and no crew, but meals still warm in the galley.

A massive sea serpent circling the ship, curious rather than hostile—so far.

A dense fog rolls in, revealing glowing ghost ships sailing silently beside you.

A crew of sirens disguised as shipwrecked survivors waving for help.

An island that wasn’t on any chart suddenly appears off the bow.

A floating crate filled with rare spices and a sealed letter addressed to a long-dead king.

A whirlpool that sings in an ancient language—those who listen too long dive in.

A rival ship offers peaceful trade, but their hold contains something alive... and dangerous.

A sea god’s emissary arrives in a glowing bubble, demanding tribute for safe passage.

A storm that moves with unnatural speed and targets only your vessel.

Flying fish leap aboard, then explode into illusions revealing cryptic visions.

A sailor falls overboard—only to return an hour later, claiming to have seen the future.

A lighthouse appears in the middle of open water, lit and manned.

A pod of whales surfaces, each with harpoons in their backs and runes carved into their hides.

A message in a bottle with co-ordinates to a treasure… or a trap.

A mutiny stoked by whispers that seem to come from the sea itself.

An iceberg that bleeds red when struck.

A school of jellyfish glowing with arcane energy—passing through them charges magic items.

A flying ship passes overhead, pursued by storm clouds and lightning.

The sea itself parts briefly, revealing a sunken city—and something stirring within.