Jerker and Elaria experimented with the Cube of Force during their downtime (10/12). They traveled to the edge of the village where few could be hurt by a stray bit of magic, out to the garlic fields. No farmers were working that day. “This idea will get you killed Jerker! I don’t want to zap … “Testing the Cube of Force”
Category: Lore
State of the Campaign c. 5548
It’s been nearly three years since the previous report on the state of the campaign. Time in the game and the real world has been synchronized. Session #112 ended a long struggle to tame Tosasth. Since that time, we’ve played another 76 sessions. The Story So Far After all the portals in Tosasth were closed, … “State of the Campaign c. 5548”
Urgesh’s Dream
Urgesh, the half-orc barbarian awoke from a deep slumber and related the following dream to the rest of Tienarth’s Raiders. Subsequently, a goblin mage who’d overheard the tale composed a short, one-man play performed for the other campers at the homestead. The narrator is a spirit sprinkling magical dust over the slumbering barbarian as he … “Urgesh’s Dream”
Jerker and the Gnoll
Following Session #167, on 11/20. Later that day, Jerker instructed Harsk, his old friend who worked as a guard on the homestead, “Alright Harsk, I wanted you here while I decide what to do with it.” Harsk grinned dumbly. “I know you can understand me, gnoll. I beat you more than fair and square, so … “Jerker and the Gnoll”
The State of the Campaign
Although every story leads to yet another, we can recognize a major narrative arc has concluded: the reign of the undead in Tosasth is over. The entire thread of play covered 78 sessions that ran from May 12, 2018 to August 14, 2021. Time in the game world also covered about three years. The Story … “The State of the Campaign”
Tienarth’s Raiders General Combat Strategies
After recent increase in recklessness, Tienarth has taken it upon himself to lay out some general guidelines for battle. These aren’t purely strict rules; of course exceptions will be made. Marching Order When mobile, we ought to have the toughest fighters up front, followed by the spellcasters, with weaker fighters guarding the rear. Lower level … “Tienarth’s Raiders General Combat Strategies”
Invisible Crowns Are Mere Figments
The following missive was recovered among loose papers in Ebril Estate when Tienarth’s Raiders spent a night there early in the month of Bear in the year 5545. Written in elvish from a time when the city thrived, it seems to assume context about current events that obscure the precise meaning of the author. Let … “Invisible Crowns Are Mere Figments”
Tienarth Tries Writing Poetry
During the downtime between casting spells and adventuring, Tienarth Tries his hand at rhyming. What he wrote is as follows: Regarding raiders, our band is best across the land.Imparting sabres, we slay the monsters hand in hand.With gold profuse, again swoop and then recoup.To introduce, as a group of six we troop.Woe is me, adventurer … “Tienarth Tries Writing Poetry”
Wurmslayer
+1 Shortsword
Ring of Animal Conversation
Found in the evil temple, this golden ring was chosen as personal treasure by Azrak. The setting contains a flat ruby inscribed with a black pentagram. Written inside the ring is the magical command work, Kojadeesay Besta. Within a moment of reflection, anyone holding the ring understands wearing the ring and speaking the command word … “Ring of Animal Conversation”