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”
Category: Lore
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”
20 Questions
Per twenty quick questions for your campaign setting: What is the deal with my cleric’s religion? There’s a state religion centered in a huge empire far to the east. They worship The Anointed One. The religion is relatively new, historically. It rose up soon after the appearance of undead. Only humans are clerics. The church considers … “20 Questions”
The Spellbook of Sterisel Zelinth
The Spellbook of Sterisel Zelinth was found in a chest of the now-dead necromancer’s quarters, inside the cave of the Altar of Darkness. A grotesque skull seems to laugh at any who gaze on this thick tome both profane and arcane. The first page of the book includes the following curse. Any who read my spells … “The Spellbook of Sterisel Zelinth”
MORTO IM MORTO
Short Sword +1 / +3 vs Undead INT: 10∘WIS: 10∘CHA: 10∘Semi-empathic Crafted by ancient barbarians, Morto Im Morto exists to destroy undead. Hundreds of years ago, this sword was crafted alongside IGNUS MALTUUM, a flaming long sword, for a barbarian king who would wield one in each hand. It was the first age when the … “MORTO IM MORTO”
MALL DRAAKO OSIDARY
Warhammer +1 / +2 vs Dragons INT: 10∘WIS: 10∘CHA: 10∘Semi-empathic Discovered by the adventuring party and bestowed upon Azrak, this warhammer was keenly examined by sage of high reputation. It was identified as Mall Draako Osidary, an ancient weapon of particular usefulness against dragons. The ruby eyes of two dragon heads glow faintly, illuminating up … “MALL DRAAKO OSIDARY”