Uncover a new threat to Phandalin in this timeless dungeoneering adventure for the world's greatest roleplaying game. Phandelver and Below: The Shattered Obelisk is a high-fantasy adventure that begins in the beloved town of Phandalin as it faces unimaginable danger. Whether the heroes are newcomers to Phandalin or are returning after the acclaimed Dungeons & Dragons adventure Lost Mine of Phandelver, they discover hints of a threat lurking below the town. The heroes soon learn that the cult of a malevolent entity has set its sights on transforming Phandalin into the capital of its evil empire. To save the town from oblivion, the heroes must uncover a nefarious plot and confront the otherworldly cultists directly. Offers new Dungeon Masters and players the opportunity to dive into their first full-fledged Dungeons & Dragons adventure. Retains the beloved Lost Mine of Phandelver quests that unfold into a brand-new adventure with classic D&D themes and a tinge of horror. Presents a bestiary with approximately two-dozen new creatures that showcase psionic magic, body horror, and more. Provides a magic appendix that includes new consumable metamagic items and duergar magic. Includes a double-sided poster map with the Phandalin region on one side and the town of Phandalin plus key encounters in the adventure on the other.