The lower deck of this moored vessel serves as a clandestine menagerie, filled with the thick scent of musk and rotting hay. Twelve heavy iron cages dominate the central space, flanked by dismantled transport wagons and hanging cuts of raw meat used for feeding the captives. The dim, flickering lanterns cast long, oppressive shadows between the bars, creating a claustrophobic atmosphere perfect for a tense standoff or an unexpected breakout. Tactically, the heavy cages offer substantial hard cover, though moving too close might provoke an attack from whatever beast lurks inside. The main entry points are narrow stairwells descending from the upper decks, forcing a dangerous chokepoint for anyone entering. Navigating the scattered wagon parts requires careful movement, and destroying the cage locks could unleash chaos upon both friend and foe in your VTT campaign.
