Nothing came of the rumor of a mysterious monster eating sheep. Another werewolf pack was eliminated with the heavy cost of Nate being slain while magically held. Sheep Snatcher The day after the discovery of Geda’s Drop (3/13), a shepherd shared a tale about a supposed monster eating his sheep. “Listen close, master, and listen … “Session #242 – Nasty Werewolf Slays Nate”
Author: Leon
Session #241 – Scorpion Shrine
More exploring of the mountains near Muleshoe leads to shrine to scorpions where Ghevont is nearly killed by a poisonous sting. Hobos are found living in the Ophin Family Tomb. The party discovers Geda’s Drop. After a brief rest (3/3 – 3/5), the party was ready to search once more, this time armed with intelligence … “Session #241 – Scorpion Shrine”
Session #240 – The Fortress of the Red Axe
After a few days of rest that involved a failed negotiation with Dacha and Elaria spying on many people with her crystal ball, the party set out for more werewolf hunting in the mountains near Muleshoe. Downtime The day after the conflaguration at Dacha’s hut (2/24), Aderian put out word that wanted a peaceful resolution. … “Session #240 – The Fortress of the Red Axe”
Nate’s Confession
As he often did, Nate directed himself to the temple of St. Orlan immediately upon returning from an adventure. In this case, he had no wealth to tithe, for the expedition yielded nothing but three coins, all of which disappeared into Ollie’s pocket. However, he looked forward to recounting the events to Father Anuak and … “Nate’s Confession”
Session #239 – The Geometry of the Afterlife
Jerker returned from his time at Lah’s Retreat with a purpose. He went directly to Aderian, asking him, “Aderian, I need you to listen carefully. Something has gone very wrong. When we-no I… gave away the bones of Saint Jaludi to that damned Devil I may have drawn a darkness upon myself. Lah believes, and … “Session #239 – The Geometry of the Afterlife”
Ghevont and Sivros
Ghevont’s jaw tightened slightly at the mention of the codex. He did not flare in anger, but neither did he retreat. “No,” he admited quietly. “The Zaphadrin did not teach me that the Anointed One demands blind submission. That suspicion was born long before I met Jehoram.” He exhales slowly. “In the cells, we spoke … “Ghevont and Sivros”
Session #238 – Treasure Under the Sixth Stone
The hunt for werewolves was set aside for a week. Jerker remained at Lah’s Retreat, and Ghevont made his own journey to consult with Lah. Nate took a trip for pleasure up to the mountains, and the doings of the rest of Tienarth’s Raiders was unknown, except for Ollie. The wily dwarf contemplated the two … “Session #238 – Treasure Under the Sixth Stone”
Ghevont’s Questions
Meanwhile, Ghevont went to Lah to talk. He left the city without ceremony. No proclamation, no farewell sermon. Just a quiet departure at dawn, staff in hand, robes travel-stained, eyes distant. The road to Lah’s sanctuary felt longer than he remembered. Each mile gave him space to think, and the thinking gave him no rest. … “Ghevont’s Questions”
Jerker and Lah Discuss the Dream
Jerker had been with Lah for more than a week, prompted by a disturbing dream. He sought explanation, guessing that it had something to do with his abrupt killing of Bremalai. Lah agreed with this conclusion. He explained that when someone is killed violently, especially in the midst of intense emotion, the spirit may remain … “Jerker and Lah Discuss the Dream”
Session #237 – The Great Pillar
Five days were spent in relaxation, mostly at the homestead, with little significant to report. Ghevont casually reported that when he’d been at Lah’s Retreat the previous week, Lah has cured him of the stench of negative energy he’d carried since being touched by a spectre in the Cryptward. The aged cleric required a minimal … “Session #237 – The Great Pillar”