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Banewarrens d20 (Angelsboi's party)
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Bend Me, Shape Me, Anyway Filani
"Hello again adventurers." Filani greeted them "To what do I owe the pleasure? I'm glad to see young father Dawnguard is alright after last night's attack on the church. Can I offer you some tea?"
"How did you..." Began Calrom but Alya interrupted him.
"Filani know everything that goes on, it's basically her job" she told him "We would love some thank you. We have some items we need you to identify and a favor to ask. Last night Darian ran across a revenant and was lucky to escape with his life. We'd like to know if it's possible to reason with the creature, or understand why it's attacking us.
"Hmmm" Began Filani addressing Darian "What do you know of these creature's young Master Dawngaurd?"
"Well" began Darian "They are corpses who have animated to avenge some great wrong, they are driven by anger and vengeanace..."
"And as such..." prodded Filani
"Probably can't be reasoned with" finished Darian
"Indeed, they are also immune to turning. What did it want from the temple?" asked Filani
"It appeared to want its sword back" said Darian
"Hmm, well if that's the case, the great wrong was the robbery of its grave. It will likely continue until such time as all of it's possessions are either reclaimed or returned, or until it is defeated and destroyed." Said Filani
"Ahh speaking of which, we have some of those possessions with us." began Alya "There have been no other attacks so it's probably safe to assume it won't attack during the day. we were hoping that you'd be able to identify these for us before he reclaimed them."
"We will of course be back long before sunset to retrieve them from you." said Calrom in between loud slurps of tea "We wouldn't want you attacked."
"My thanks for that." replied Filani. "Until then I will merely have to trust that the magic of my tower is enough to keep the creature out should it decide to attack. You have money for my payment of course?"
"Ahh yes" said Darian "We were wondering about that, is there anything we can trade to lower the price somewhat?"
"Well information is always of value, the rarer the better, what have you to tell me?" Filani asked.
"Would you perhaps like this?" asked Darian pulling out a glowing piece of sculpted crystal. "It could light your workshop on dark nights, and it's light will never expire."
"You mean like these?" said Filani pointing to the various ever glowing lanterns already dotting the ceiling of her workshop.
"Yeeees" began Darian "But this one is a completely unique creation, a one of a kind piece of crystal craftsmanship. You would honor me if you would accept if as a gift for all the service you have done for us in the past."
"Very well Master Dawnguard, have you anything else you wish to offer me to defray the cost of my work?" Filani asked.
"What about a complete map of the barrows as far as we've explored them so far?" said Darin, pulling a map out his sketch book.
"Let me see" said Filani as she examined the map "Yes, yes this will do, I will waive my usual labor fee and the cost will be only 300 gold."
"Oh" exclaimed Alya "I had almost forgotten, do you know of anyone who would be willing to purchase some rare Netherese coins we found in the barrows? Would you be interested?"
Filani looked over the coins "No I'm afraid not, the coins have little value to me, though I've heard that House Vladaam has an estate just outside of town they are known to collect such things. You may wish to speak with them."
"Our thanks" replied Darian "We do have one final request, from the High Father of the Rose Altar himself. We are holding a conclave this tonight an hour before sunset to discuss what to do about both the revenant and the quest for the Sword of Truth. Given your vast areas of knowledge we felt it would be beneficial if you would be there to lend your expertise to the situation."
"I would be most honored to attend" said Filani "Your items should be identified later this afternoon, if you want to stop by before then."
And with that the party finished their tea, said their goodbyes, and left for House Vladaam.
"Hello again adventurers." Filani greeted them "To what do I owe the pleasure? I'm glad to see young father Dawnguard is alright after last night's attack on the church. Can I offer you some tea?"
"How did you..." Began Calrom but Alya interrupted him.
"Filani know everything that goes on, it's basically her job" she told him "We would love some thank you. We have some items we need you to identify and a favor to ask. Last night Darian ran across a revenant and was lucky to escape with his life. We'd like to know if it's possible to reason with the creature, or understand why it's attacking us.
"Hmmm" Began Filani addressing Darian "What do you know of these creature's young Master Dawngaurd?"
"Well" began Darian "They are corpses who have animated to avenge some great wrong, they are driven by anger and vengeanace..."
"And as such..." prodded Filani
"Probably can't be reasoned with" finished Darian
"Indeed, they are also immune to turning. What did it want from the temple?" asked Filani
"It appeared to want its sword back" said Darian
"Hmm, well if that's the case, the great wrong was the robbery of its grave. It will likely continue until such time as all of it's possessions are either reclaimed or returned, or until it is defeated and destroyed." Said Filani
"Ahh speaking of which, we have some of those possessions with us." began Alya "There have been no other attacks so it's probably safe to assume it won't attack during the day. we were hoping that you'd be able to identify these for us before he reclaimed them."
"We will of course be back long before sunset to retrieve them from you." said Calrom in between loud slurps of tea "We wouldn't want you attacked."
"My thanks for that." replied Filani. "Until then I will merely have to trust that the magic of my tower is enough to keep the creature out should it decide to attack. You have money for my payment of course?"
"Ahh yes" said Darian "We were wondering about that, is there anything we can trade to lower the price somewhat?"
"Well information is always of value, the rarer the better, what have you to tell me?" Filani asked.
"Would you perhaps like this?" asked Darian pulling out a glowing piece of sculpted crystal. "It could light your workshop on dark nights, and it's light will never expire."
"You mean like these?" said Filani pointing to the various ever glowing lanterns already dotting the ceiling of her workshop.
"Yeeees" began Darian "But this one is a completely unique creation, a one of a kind piece of crystal craftsmanship. You would honor me if you would accept if as a gift for all the service you have done for us in the past."
"Very well Master Dawnguard, have you anything else you wish to offer me to defray the cost of my work?" Filani asked.
"What about a complete map of the barrows as far as we've explored them so far?" said Darin, pulling a map out his sketch book.
"Let me see" said Filani as she examined the map "Yes, yes this will do, I will waive my usual labor fee and the cost will be only 300 gold."
"Oh" exclaimed Alya "I had almost forgotten, do you know of anyone who would be willing to purchase some rare Netherese coins we found in the barrows? Would you be interested?"
Filani looked over the coins "No I'm afraid not, the coins have little value to me, though I've heard that House Vladaam has an estate just outside of town they are known to collect such things. You may wish to speak with them."
"Our thanks" replied Darian "We do have one final request, from the High Father of the Rose Altar himself. We are holding a conclave this tonight an hour before sunset to discuss what to do about both the revenant and the quest for the Sword of Truth. Given your vast areas of knowledge we felt it would be beneficial if you would be there to lend your expertise to the situation."
"I would be most honored to attend" said Filani "Your items should be identified later this afternoon, if you want to stop by before then."
And with that the party finished their tea, said their goodbyes, and left for House Vladaam.
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I Didn't Come Here to be Insulted
Darian sent Calrom ahead to House Vladaam, something about impressing them by having a ranger at their beck and call. While they were waiting for him Alya gave Darain the money she'd been saving to have him make a special magical cloak for her. She didn't have as much as he wanted, but Darian was gracious enough to offer to let her pay him the rest back as soon as she could. When Calrom returned he looked more annoyed than anything else.
"The lady of the house will see you at your leisure Master Dawngaurd." Said Calron with no small hint of annoyance "She'll be in town for the next day or so."
"You sound like you had a fun time." commented Alya dryly.
"People like them are the reason I stay in the forest." Replied Calrom.
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Arriving at the Vladaam estate, it was clear that the family from merchant prince stock just from the sheer size of the house. A wall surrounded several acres of land with two armed guards at the front gate. Set in the back of beautifully kept grounds was a large three story house.
"Back so soon, wild man? Brought some civilized company with you this time? And some pretty company too. Care to give the little strumpet quick pass around the barracks?"
Alya sighed and thought to herself, 'Soldiers, they always seemed to be able to tell'. "You couldn't afford a ticket even if you could handle the ride." Alya replied tartly, but gave the soldier a friendly wink anyway; no point in pretending her past didn't exist after all. Besides if this place were as well off as it looked, perhaps she could arrange to do some banking. While she was taking deposits from the guards Fiddle and Vlad could be making a withdrawal at the main house.
"I am Darian Dawnguard of House Dawngaurd." replied Darian diplomatically "I believe your mistress is expecting us."
"Indeed she is Master Dawngaurd, please enter." Said the guard as he unlocked the gate "Only she requests that please try to clean up your barbarian this time. The servants are still cleaning up all the mud he tracked in with him from last time, and they are still trying to air out the main parlor which was saturated with his unique...odor."
Darian looked upward. It was difficult to tell if he was praying or merely rolling his eyes. Alya suspected it was actually both. Calrom was turning beet red though whether from anger of embarrassment Alya couldn't tell. Again, she suspected probably both.
Darian sent Calrom ahead to House Vladaam, something about impressing them by having a ranger at their beck and call. While they were waiting for him Alya gave Darain the money she'd been saving to have him make a special magical cloak for her. She didn't have as much as he wanted, but Darian was gracious enough to offer to let her pay him the rest back as soon as she could. When Calrom returned he looked more annoyed than anything else.
"The lady of the house will see you at your leisure Master Dawngaurd." Said Calron with no small hint of annoyance "She'll be in town for the next day or so."
"You sound like you had a fun time." commented Alya dryly.
"People like them are the reason I stay in the forest." Replied Calrom.
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Arriving at the Vladaam estate, it was clear that the family from merchant prince stock just from the sheer size of the house. A wall surrounded several acres of land with two armed guards at the front gate. Set in the back of beautifully kept grounds was a large three story house.
"Back so soon, wild man? Brought some civilized company with you this time? And some pretty company too. Care to give the little strumpet quick pass around the barracks?"
Alya sighed and thought to herself, 'Soldiers, they always seemed to be able to tell'. "You couldn't afford a ticket even if you could handle the ride." Alya replied tartly, but gave the soldier a friendly wink anyway; no point in pretending her past didn't exist after all. Besides if this place were as well off as it looked, perhaps she could arrange to do some banking. While she was taking deposits from the guards Fiddle and Vlad could be making a withdrawal at the main house.
"I am Darian Dawnguard of House Dawngaurd." replied Darian diplomatically "I believe your mistress is expecting us."
"Indeed she is Master Dawngaurd, please enter." Said the guard as he unlocked the gate "Only she requests that please try to clean up your barbarian this time. The servants are still cleaning up all the mud he tracked in with him from last time, and they are still trying to air out the main parlor which was saturated with his unique...odor."
Darian looked upward. It was difficult to tell if he was praying or merely rolling his eyes. Alya suspected it was actually both. Calrom was turning beet red though whether from anger of embarrassment Alya couldn't tell. Again, she suspected probably both.
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As they entered the main hall of the Vladaam estate, it was fairly obvious that the family must come from merchant stock. No other nobles would be able to afford the simple yet opulent furnishings of this estate. As they entered they were met by a man who's face was set with small beady eyes behind a disproportionately large nose. No matter which way he turned he always seemed to have to look down his nose to see anything.
"Can I...assist...you" He asked Darian
"Yes we have an appointment with the lady of the house, if you would please announce our presence." the cleric responded
"I see" said the servant "And the...harlot and...forest creature, they are with you as well?"
"Yes" said Darian curtly.
"Very well" the servant sighed "Please ask them not to sit on the furniture. We've had enough trouble cleaning up after your...associate's...first visit without having to worry about getting his miasma on the silks and other more delicate fabrics. And heaven knows when the last time your slut bathed. And nothing had better go missing in the short time she's here." stated the servant before promptly turning on his heel and leaving the room to announce them.
Had be turned slower he would have seen what accompanied the muffled sound of a struggle as Alya had to physically restrain Calrom from breaking the peace bonding on his weapons and attacking the servant outright.
"Forgive me for anything I may say in this meeting," he asked "I fear that the way to get the best price would be for me to show distain for my companions rather than trying to change the attitudes of these stuck up prigs."
"Agreed" said Alya, "We're not going to be changing any minds here, let's just get our cash and go. Keep your temper Calrom, You won't help anybody by landing yourself in jail for assault against a noble." 'Advice I'll have to remember for myself as well' Alya thought.
Several minutes later they were escorted into a drawing room of elegant furnishings where a young woman dressed in a flowing white dress greeted Darian.
"Master Dawnguard," She said "I don't believe I've ever had the pleasure of meeting you personally before, it is an honor."
"And for me as well," said Darian performing a low bow and kissing the lady's hand.
"However next time please do leave your strumpet and barbarian at home" She began "We prefer to burn our trash rather than travel with it. Would you like some tea?" As she spoke Alya could see the woman make an effort to inconspicuously stick out her chest to make her cleavage appear larger. The bard couldn't hide a sly self satisfied smile.
"You're too kind," said Darian smiling graciously and taking a cup "I'm, afraid good help is so hard to come by these days I have to take what I can get. But if we may get down to business, I'm afraid my day is somehwta busy, as I'm sure yours is as well. We were told that your family collects rare coins."
"Oh we collect far more than that Master Dawnguard" she began "We also collect items of a magical nature from all over Cormyr and parts beyond. My father, Lord Vladaam, and my brother are especially interested in magical weapons currently."
"Really!" said Darian as the eyes of the three party members lit up. "We may have some more custom for you then. but first thing's first, Alya, the coins if you would."
Time to have some dig at this insufferable snob thought Alya as she pulled out the box of coins "Yes" Alya said smiling sweetly "We were quite fortunate, notice the large size and excellent quality of the chest, feel free it admire the craftsman ship, we've been getting a lot of compliments on it and a number of people have admired it in passing." As the lady looked up from the obviously plain wooden box, her and Alya's eyes met each daring the other to crack first.
"Indeed" Said Lady Vladaam dryly "It looks rather common and overly used to be of much value. These coins however are lovely, I believe my father would like these a great deal" she said delicately picking out five of each type of coin. "Would you accept, oh say, twice the value of the metal for them?"
"YES." Darian replied before Alya could be allowed to retort, "That's most gracious thank you. We also have several magical weapons if you would care to examine them. We have this great axe and a rapier in a jeweled scabbard." Darian Glared at Alya for her to keep her mouth shut this time.
"Hmm, the axe, no I'm afraid it's a bit too...primitive" she said looking at Calrom as she emphasized the last word. "But the rapier however, hmm, the scabbard is quite nice, a pity it's on such a...common...background. Still my brother may be interested in acquiring it. where should I have him send a message if he's interested?"
"The Windlord's rest?" suggested Darian
"No," Lady Vladaam replied "I'm afraid it wouldn't do to have one of our messengers seen there among their kind."
Darian let out a long sigh "Perhaps the temple of Lathander then?"
"Yes, I believe the rose altar would be acceptable" the lady replied.
"Very well, if we have no further business to discuss, I'll must bid you good day, I'm afraid I have other matters to attend to." said the lady as she escorted them back into the hall.
As they left Alya said to Darian, "5 minutes alone with her, and no witnesses that's all I ask" she began cracking her knuckles. "Look, I need some reasonably 'civilized' company right now, so I'm, going to track down those 'barbarian elf wild men', that were in the inn this morning. Calrom why don't you go pick up the items from Filani and Darian, why don't you see if the High Father has any new information for us on the revenant of its whereabouts." And with that the bard stalked off and left them to their business.
"Can I...assist...you" He asked Darian
"Yes we have an appointment with the lady of the house, if you would please announce our presence." the cleric responded
"I see" said the servant "And the...harlot and...forest creature, they are with you as well?"
"Yes" said Darian curtly.
"Very well" the servant sighed "Please ask them not to sit on the furniture. We've had enough trouble cleaning up after your...associate's...first visit without having to worry about getting his miasma on the silks and other more delicate fabrics. And heaven knows when the last time your slut bathed. And nothing had better go missing in the short time she's here." stated the servant before promptly turning on his heel and leaving the room to announce them.
Had be turned slower he would have seen what accompanied the muffled sound of a struggle as Alya had to physically restrain Calrom from breaking the peace bonding on his weapons and attacking the servant outright.
"Forgive me for anything I may say in this meeting," he asked "I fear that the way to get the best price would be for me to show distain for my companions rather than trying to change the attitudes of these stuck up prigs."
"Agreed" said Alya, "We're not going to be changing any minds here, let's just get our cash and go. Keep your temper Calrom, You won't help anybody by landing yourself in jail for assault against a noble." 'Advice I'll have to remember for myself as well' Alya thought.
Several minutes later they were escorted into a drawing room of elegant furnishings where a young woman dressed in a flowing white dress greeted Darian.
"Master Dawnguard," She said "I don't believe I've ever had the pleasure of meeting you personally before, it is an honor."
"And for me as well," said Darian performing a low bow and kissing the lady's hand.
"However next time please do leave your strumpet and barbarian at home" She began "We prefer to burn our trash rather than travel with it. Would you like some tea?" As she spoke Alya could see the woman make an effort to inconspicuously stick out her chest to make her cleavage appear larger. The bard couldn't hide a sly self satisfied smile.
"You're too kind," said Darian smiling graciously and taking a cup "I'm, afraid good help is so hard to come by these days I have to take what I can get. But if we may get down to business, I'm afraid my day is somehwta busy, as I'm sure yours is as well. We were told that your family collects rare coins."
"Oh we collect far more than that Master Dawnguard" she began "We also collect items of a magical nature from all over Cormyr and parts beyond. My father, Lord Vladaam, and my brother are especially interested in magical weapons currently."
"Really!" said Darian as the eyes of the three party members lit up. "We may have some more custom for you then. but first thing's first, Alya, the coins if you would."
Time to have some dig at this insufferable snob thought Alya as she pulled out the box of coins "Yes" Alya said smiling sweetly "We were quite fortunate, notice the large size and excellent quality of the chest, feel free it admire the craftsman ship, we've been getting a lot of compliments on it and a number of people have admired it in passing." As the lady looked up from the obviously plain wooden box, her and Alya's eyes met each daring the other to crack first.
"Indeed" Said Lady Vladaam dryly "It looks rather common and overly used to be of much value. These coins however are lovely, I believe my father would like these a great deal" she said delicately picking out five of each type of coin. "Would you accept, oh say, twice the value of the metal for them?"
"YES." Darian replied before Alya could be allowed to retort, "That's most gracious thank you. We also have several magical weapons if you would care to examine them. We have this great axe and a rapier in a jeweled scabbard." Darian Glared at Alya for her to keep her mouth shut this time.
"Hmm, the axe, no I'm afraid it's a bit too...primitive" she said looking at Calrom as she emphasized the last word. "But the rapier however, hmm, the scabbard is quite nice, a pity it's on such a...common...background. Still my brother may be interested in acquiring it. where should I have him send a message if he's interested?"
"The Windlord's rest?" suggested Darian
"No," Lady Vladaam replied "I'm afraid it wouldn't do to have one of our messengers seen there among their kind."
Darian let out a long sigh "Perhaps the temple of Lathander then?"
"Yes, I believe the rose altar would be acceptable" the lady replied.
"Very well, if we have no further business to discuss, I'll must bid you good day, I'm afraid I have other matters to attend to." said the lady as she escorted them back into the hall.
As they left Alya said to Darian, "5 minutes alone with her, and no witnesses that's all I ask" she began cracking her knuckles. "Look, I need some reasonably 'civilized' company right now, so I'm, going to track down those 'barbarian elf wild men', that were in the inn this morning. Calrom why don't you go pick up the items from Filani and Darian, why don't you see if the High Father has any new information for us on the revenant of its whereabouts." And with that the bard stalked off and left them to their business.
Treehuggers
As Alya reentered The Windlord's Rest she felt as though a giant weight had lifted off of her shoulders. Here at least she could fine brief respite from the overly inbred prejudiced humans she'd been forced to interact with. She ordered up an ale and walked over to a party of dour looking elves in the corner.
"Greetings brothers what seems to be troubling you?" She asked trying to sound more cheerful than she felt.
"And to you sister." said the elf who was obviously leader of the party "Where are those humans you were with earlier" he asked with some distain.
Alya felt her heart sink, the last thing she wanted to deal with right now was the Elven equivalent of the Vladaams. Ah well, like they say in the business, close your eyes, suck it up, and pretend you're enjoying yourself.
"Eh, Vlad is alright once you get over the stench, much like the human city itself. But at least Calrom seems more in tune with a proper way of life." she said
"Bah, that half human's as bad as the rest of 'em ." spat the elf.
"Half human?" asked Alya "I though Calrom was a human like any other."
"Nay, he's got elven blood in him sure enough," said the elf "Though he tries to hide it by keeping his hair long and letting it grow over the tips on his ears. All the signs are there if you know how to look."
'Interesting' thought Alya 'I'll have to bring this up with Calrom' Aloud to the elves she said "But truly brothers, if you find them so distasteful, why are you in human lands?"
"It's the damn logging camp up by Elven Crossing." began the elf "Though we reluctantly agreed to allow them to do some cutting, there have been reports of the great trees, being cut down and shipped whole down the Moonsea Ride to Tilverton for furniture and the like. We found some example of this in the marketplace, but not enough to bring up charges, obviously because of our appearance we've been unable to find many people willing to help us in our search."
'And your attitudes had nothing at all to do with that I'm sure.' Alya thought to herself sarcastically. Aloud she asked them "So what do you plan to do now then?"
"Well probably be heading back to the forest, trying to do what we can from there. There's not much we can do from here. be careful if you're heading back into the dales anytime soon. If we find out that the humans have been logging illegally taking the great trees from the forest, it'll be all out war, you mark my words." With that the elves stood and left the Windlord's Rest.
Alya finished her ale, stretched, and stood up. 'It was all probably a bunch of saber rattling anyway.' she thought. ' I'd better hurry or I'll be late for the meeting at the Rose Altar.'
As Alya reentered The Windlord's Rest she felt as though a giant weight had lifted off of her shoulders. Here at least she could fine brief respite from the overly inbred prejudiced humans she'd been forced to interact with. She ordered up an ale and walked over to a party of dour looking elves in the corner.
"Greetings brothers what seems to be troubling you?" She asked trying to sound more cheerful than she felt.
"And to you sister." said the elf who was obviously leader of the party "Where are those humans you were with earlier" he asked with some distain.
Alya felt her heart sink, the last thing she wanted to deal with right now was the Elven equivalent of the Vladaams. Ah well, like they say in the business, close your eyes, suck it up, and pretend you're enjoying yourself.
"Eh, Vlad is alright once you get over the stench, much like the human city itself. But at least Calrom seems more in tune with a proper way of life." she said
"Bah, that half human's as bad as the rest of 'em ." spat the elf.
"Half human?" asked Alya "I though Calrom was a human like any other."
"Nay, he's got elven blood in him sure enough," said the elf "Though he tries to hide it by keeping his hair long and letting it grow over the tips on his ears. All the signs are there if you know how to look."
'Interesting' thought Alya 'I'll have to bring this up with Calrom' Aloud to the elves she said "But truly brothers, if you find them so distasteful, why are you in human lands?"
"It's the damn logging camp up by Elven Crossing." began the elf "Though we reluctantly agreed to allow them to do some cutting, there have been reports of the great trees, being cut down and shipped whole down the Moonsea Ride to Tilverton for furniture and the like. We found some example of this in the marketplace, but not enough to bring up charges, obviously because of our appearance we've been unable to find many people willing to help us in our search."
'And your attitudes had nothing at all to do with that I'm sure.' Alya thought to herself sarcastically. Aloud she asked them "So what do you plan to do now then?"
"Well probably be heading back to the forest, trying to do what we can from there. There's not much we can do from here. be careful if you're heading back into the dales anytime soon. If we find out that the humans have been logging illegally taking the great trees from the forest, it'll be all out war, you mark my words." With that the elves stood and left the Windlord's Rest.
Alya finished her ale, stretched, and stood up. 'It was all probably a bunch of saber rattling anyway.' she thought. ' I'd better hurry or I'll be late for the meeting at the Rose Altar.'
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How did you know that?
As Alya approached the temple she was met by Calrom carrying the revenant’s holy symbol and shield.
“That is THE RUDEST door,” He began “Just let it know who’s boss indeed. Anyway, the shield is a basic shield that provides extra defense. The holy symbol Maniwater however is provides both defense and resistance against certain kinds of attacks.”
“Interesting,” said Ayla “I would have thought your elven ingenuity would have been able to think of something.” Calrom blatantly ignored the remark “Still” Alya continued as she looked at the items “It’s a pity I don’t think we’re going to be able to keep them.”
The two of them stepped inside where they were shown to a conference room, with Darian, The High Father, Filani, and several other servants of Lathander Alya didn’t recognize. Kelrecent was even there, looking somewhat paler than before and having a nasty scar on his neck where his head had been reattached. They made their introductions (the names of which your humble author didn’t pay attention to) and proceeded to discuss business.
“I must still protest this course of action your grace” began one of the nuns “If we attempt to tamper with The Banes who knows what we could unleash upon the land.”
“It’s a moot point” said one of the brothers “We hardly know where to begin with opening them, from the descriptions we’ve received their sealed to all but the most powerful magics.”
“Yes” said Alya “According to the not we found a ring of three wishes was necessary for them to get in, and unless someone happens to have another one handy, I think it would require Lathander’s direct intervention in order to bypass the wards.”
“And no one here has that sort of connection to the Sun Lord,” Said Darian “I’m not sure even the high priest in Suzail has that sort of power”
“Oh, he could do it” said Alya “I know that much for certain, though it would certainly cost someone a pretty big hunk of gold.”
The table turned to look at her almost as one “And how do YOU know this?” Darian asked. Alya replied by giving Darian bard guild patented smile number 32, “The ‘I know something you don’t know.’ With a hint of mischievous grin number 14 thrown in for good measure.
“Anyway, even if we did get the high priest to acquiesce, that would still be several weeks to go to there, convince him of our cause, and bring him back to the Barrow Mounds.” Alya continued “And we don’t know how much of a head start they have on us already.”
“That’s the second time you’ve mentioned ‘them’. ” queried the other nun, “Who else has been searching through this place lately?”
“So far, we encountered the Zhentarim and the cult of Moander, as well as possibly some others we may not yet have found. Not to mention the place has been frequented by other adventuring parties lately and who knows what they may accidentally release.” Said Darian
“I have asked Lathander for a vision to aid us in this matter, and though he has sent me one, I’m unsure of it’s meaning” Interrupted the high father. “In my vision I saw three hands: a hand with an eye, a hand with a mouth, and a dead and withered mummified hand. The hand with the eye held the dead hand though it was not aware of it. The hand with the mouth sought the dead hand though it did not know where to look.”
“Interesting” said Filani “In my research of the Banewarrens, I came across some interesting information about the Danaar, the man who constructed them. Apparently all of the doors in the warrens were sealed to prevent entry, and each one had a large magical device place inside them to prevent others from tunneling around the doors. But it was said Danaar’s touch could open any door that he had sealed. Perhaps this dead hand is Danaar’s own?”
“Hmm, if that were the case,” said Darian “The hand with the mouth is the symbol for Moander, and if they seek to enter the Banewarrens, they would certainly be looking for this item, though apparently they don’t know where to find it yet. If the hand with the eye is the same one used as a holy symbol by the priests of Bane, then they may unknowingly possess the item.”
“Something isn’t right though” said Alya “If the priests of Bane had the hand we should have found it on the Zhentarim we captured in the Barrow Mounds. After all it would seem silly to have the item and not use it for the purpose it was made for.”
“Unless they aren’t aware that they have it.” Said Filani, “It sounds like it could easily be confused with a mage hand, like the kind I’ve seen in house Vladaam’s collection…come to think of it, maybe house Vladaam has it as part of their collection and doesn’t know it.”
A light went on in Alya’s eyes ‘The hand with the eye held the dead hand though it was not aware of it. Working with the priests of the Zhentarim. That’s treason, lady Vladaam, oh this could be fun.’ Alya thought to herself.
“Very well, so we have a lead we can at least follow for that problem.” Said Darian “Filani would you please let us know if you have any other ideas, or find any other information that may be of use?” Filani nodded her ascent. “Good, now I’m afraid we have more pressing matters. It’s almost sundown and the revenant will be back soon to reclaim it’s possessions. Have we found out anything more about it?”
“Oh quite a great deal actually Father Dawnguard.” Said the High Father “On its way to the temple it appeared to kill two beggars and when it left it headed toward the sewers beneath the city. My divinations have led me to believe that the sword it holds is not in fact the sword of truth, but merely the sword of a holy knight.”
“If that’s the case, then perhaps it would simply be best to return its possessions and left it return to the barrows to rest in peace.” Said Darian
“But doesn’t Lathander view the undead as an abomination?” asked Alya
“This is also true Master Dawngaurd, but since you awoke the creature I will leave the decision up to you.” Said the High Father
“Well” said Darian “Since half our party has disappeared somewhere in the depths of the city, and I’ve yet to be able to contact them, I feel that perhaps it might be wisest to give the creature it’s possessions to return it to its rest. If we feel it is necessary and right to destroy the creature upon our return, to ensure the holy knight proper eternal rest, than we can do so as a party.”
“Very well, Darian.” Agreed Alya. “Will we await the creature here in the divine protection of the altar or shall we wait outside the city where no other innocent bystandards are at risk?”
“I would prefer” Interrupted the high father “If you waited for the creature outside the city. I would not like to see any more lives risked than was absolutely necessary.”
“Very well your grace” said Darian “Then we should make haste, the sun is already beginning its decent.”
“Alya” asked Filani “If I may have a word with you.”
“Of course.” Alya replied as the loremaster pulled her off to a quiet area of the temple,
“There has been a man asking for you at the Temple of Gond.” The loremaster started “An elf who was one of those attacked by the Agent of Chaos. After the attack something in his mind seemed to break, and he was given over to the priests of the Temple of Gond for care. Lately he has stared asking for you specifically.”
“How odd” replied Alya “I barely remember passing him in the fray, strange that he should know me specifically. Thank you for this information Filani, I’ll definitely have to check up on him before I leave the city.”
With that, Alya rejoined her companions and they set out at a brisk pace to be clear of the city by nightfall.
As Alya approached the temple she was met by Calrom carrying the revenant’s holy symbol and shield.
“That is THE RUDEST door,” He began “Just let it know who’s boss indeed. Anyway, the shield is a basic shield that provides extra defense. The holy symbol Maniwater however is provides both defense and resistance against certain kinds of attacks.”
“Interesting,” said Ayla “I would have thought your elven ingenuity would have been able to think of something.” Calrom blatantly ignored the remark “Still” Alya continued as she looked at the items “It’s a pity I don’t think we’re going to be able to keep them.”
The two of them stepped inside where they were shown to a conference room, with Darian, The High Father, Filani, and several other servants of Lathander Alya didn’t recognize. Kelrecent was even there, looking somewhat paler than before and having a nasty scar on his neck where his head had been reattached. They made their introductions (the names of which your humble author didn’t pay attention to) and proceeded to discuss business.
“I must still protest this course of action your grace” began one of the nuns “If we attempt to tamper with The Banes who knows what we could unleash upon the land.”
“It’s a moot point” said one of the brothers “We hardly know where to begin with opening them, from the descriptions we’ve received their sealed to all but the most powerful magics.”
“Yes” said Alya “According to the not we found a ring of three wishes was necessary for them to get in, and unless someone happens to have another one handy, I think it would require Lathander’s direct intervention in order to bypass the wards.”
“And no one here has that sort of connection to the Sun Lord,” Said Darian “I’m not sure even the high priest in Suzail has that sort of power”
“Oh, he could do it” said Alya “I know that much for certain, though it would certainly cost someone a pretty big hunk of gold.”
The table turned to look at her almost as one “And how do YOU know this?” Darian asked. Alya replied by giving Darian bard guild patented smile number 32, “The ‘I know something you don’t know.’ With a hint of mischievous grin number 14 thrown in for good measure.
“Anyway, even if we did get the high priest to acquiesce, that would still be several weeks to go to there, convince him of our cause, and bring him back to the Barrow Mounds.” Alya continued “And we don’t know how much of a head start they have on us already.”
“That’s the second time you’ve mentioned ‘them’. ” queried the other nun, “Who else has been searching through this place lately?”
“So far, we encountered the Zhentarim and the cult of Moander, as well as possibly some others we may not yet have found. Not to mention the place has been frequented by other adventuring parties lately and who knows what they may accidentally release.” Said Darian
“I have asked Lathander for a vision to aid us in this matter, and though he has sent me one, I’m unsure of it’s meaning” Interrupted the high father. “In my vision I saw three hands: a hand with an eye, a hand with a mouth, and a dead and withered mummified hand. The hand with the eye held the dead hand though it was not aware of it. The hand with the mouth sought the dead hand though it did not know where to look.”
“Interesting” said Filani “In my research of the Banewarrens, I came across some interesting information about the Danaar, the man who constructed them. Apparently all of the doors in the warrens were sealed to prevent entry, and each one had a large magical device place inside them to prevent others from tunneling around the doors. But it was said Danaar’s touch could open any door that he had sealed. Perhaps this dead hand is Danaar’s own?”
“Hmm, if that were the case,” said Darian “The hand with the mouth is the symbol for Moander, and if they seek to enter the Banewarrens, they would certainly be looking for this item, though apparently they don’t know where to find it yet. If the hand with the eye is the same one used as a holy symbol by the priests of Bane, then they may unknowingly possess the item.”
“Something isn’t right though” said Alya “If the priests of Bane had the hand we should have found it on the Zhentarim we captured in the Barrow Mounds. After all it would seem silly to have the item and not use it for the purpose it was made for.”
“Unless they aren’t aware that they have it.” Said Filani, “It sounds like it could easily be confused with a mage hand, like the kind I’ve seen in house Vladaam’s collection…come to think of it, maybe house Vladaam has it as part of their collection and doesn’t know it.”
A light went on in Alya’s eyes ‘The hand with the eye held the dead hand though it was not aware of it. Working with the priests of the Zhentarim. That’s treason, lady Vladaam, oh this could be fun.’ Alya thought to herself.
“Very well, so we have a lead we can at least follow for that problem.” Said Darian “Filani would you please let us know if you have any other ideas, or find any other information that may be of use?” Filani nodded her ascent. “Good, now I’m afraid we have more pressing matters. It’s almost sundown and the revenant will be back soon to reclaim it’s possessions. Have we found out anything more about it?”
“Oh quite a great deal actually Father Dawnguard.” Said the High Father “On its way to the temple it appeared to kill two beggars and when it left it headed toward the sewers beneath the city. My divinations have led me to believe that the sword it holds is not in fact the sword of truth, but merely the sword of a holy knight.”
“If that’s the case, then perhaps it would simply be best to return its possessions and left it return to the barrows to rest in peace.” Said Darian
“But doesn’t Lathander view the undead as an abomination?” asked Alya
“This is also true Master Dawngaurd, but since you awoke the creature I will leave the decision up to you.” Said the High Father
“Well” said Darian “Since half our party has disappeared somewhere in the depths of the city, and I’ve yet to be able to contact them, I feel that perhaps it might be wisest to give the creature it’s possessions to return it to its rest. If we feel it is necessary and right to destroy the creature upon our return, to ensure the holy knight proper eternal rest, than we can do so as a party.”
“Very well, Darian.” Agreed Alya. “Will we await the creature here in the divine protection of the altar or shall we wait outside the city where no other innocent bystandards are at risk?”
“I would prefer” Interrupted the high father “If you waited for the creature outside the city. I would not like to see any more lives risked than was absolutely necessary.”
“Very well your grace” said Darian “Then we should make haste, the sun is already beginning its decent.”
“Alya” asked Filani “If I may have a word with you.”
“Of course.” Alya replied as the loremaster pulled her off to a quiet area of the temple,
“There has been a man asking for you at the Temple of Gond.” The loremaster started “An elf who was one of those attacked by the Agent of Chaos. After the attack something in his mind seemed to break, and he was given over to the priests of the Temple of Gond for care. Lately he has stared asking for you specifically.”
“How odd” replied Alya “I barely remember passing him in the fray, strange that he should know me specifically. Thank you for this information Filani, I’ll definitely have to check up on him before I leave the city.”
With that, Alya rejoined her companions and they set out at a brisk pace to be clear of the city by nightfall.
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That Which was Forgotten
Ayla, Darian, and calrom rode swiftly out of town chased by the rays of the setting sun. As they passed the guard tower to the city, they told the guard that they were on a mission for the rose altar and to be ready to let them back in.
The stopped riding a mile outside of the city and set up camp. Calrom lit a fire and they each took turns watching for the revenant in the night. They all felt slightly put off and bewildered in the morning as nothing happened in the night.
"I don't understand this" said Darian "It SHOULD have come after its possessions. That's what revenants do. The only place it would have gone is here."
"Huh," said Calrom "Unless it still thought we were at..." The ranger's voice stopped each of the party members eyes suddenly grew wide with the shock of the realization of what they'd forgotten. Almost as one they jumped on their horses and rode with all speed back to the city, praying that The Windlord's Rest was still in one piece.
Ayla, Darian, and calrom rode swiftly out of town chased by the rays of the setting sun. As they passed the guard tower to the city, they told the guard that they were on a mission for the rose altar and to be ready to let them back in.
The stopped riding a mile outside of the city and set up camp. Calrom lit a fire and they each took turns watching for the revenant in the night. They all felt slightly put off and bewildered in the morning as nothing happened in the night.
"I don't understand this" said Darian "It SHOULD have come after its possessions. That's what revenants do. The only place it would have gone is here."
"Huh," said Calrom "Unless it still thought we were at..." The ranger's voice stopped each of the party members eyes suddenly grew wide with the shock of the realization of what they'd forgotten. Almost as one they jumped on their horses and rode with all speed back to the city, praying that The Windlord's Rest was still in one piece.
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As they rode through the east gate of the city they stopped at the guard tower to ask a quick question.
“Greetings again-“
“Hello” replied Alya quickly “Please tell me, have there been any reports of an attack or a fire in the city last night at The Windlord’s Rest”
“Well my lady” began the guard “It is on the southwest side of the city and we are all the way over here on the east gate so-“
“Right, thanks for that.” rushed Alya and the three of them immediately continued to ride hard through the city.
When they arrived at The Windlord’s Rest the situation they found was confusing at best. The building was still standing and there were no bodies lying in the street, but Grimwald’s Revenge next door had a slew of Purple Dragon guards outside.
“Oh no,” said Alya “wasn’t Fiddle staying there?”
The party rushed off to where a Purple Dragon was sending gawkers away from the scene.
“Please Sir” began Alya “Was there an attack here last night? We fear one of our friend’s may have been injured.”
“Okay ma’am what did this friend of yours look like.” Replied the guard.
“Well, he was a halfling.” Replied Alya “Small, got into trouble a lot.”
“Hmm, maybe you three had better come with me,” replied the guard
“As the entered the area one of the first things they noticed was the smell of the blood as it covered the ground. Then they saw a Fiddle sized hand, followed by a Fiddle sized leg. Alya knew that it could still be any other Halfling, but really, how many of them could there possibly be in the city, things didn’t look good. Soon they found the rest of the Fiddle sized arm, until with relief, they noticed a very un-Fiddle sized breast.
“Dammit,” said Alya looking at Darian “I can’t do this again. We can’t let this go on another night. If we’re wrong again and it kills someone else, it’ll be our fault.”
“You’re right” Said Darian “We’ll track it in the sewers today before nightfall. Hopefully with luck we’ll be able to find it and return its items before it goes out hunting for them again. Calrom do you think you can track it?”
“Certainly,” replied Calrom “Though how are we going to get into the sewers with all the purple guards watching?”
“We’ll just have to get permission.” said Darian.
“Greetings again-“
“Hello” replied Alya quickly “Please tell me, have there been any reports of an attack or a fire in the city last night at The Windlord’s Rest”
“Well my lady” began the guard “It is on the southwest side of the city and we are all the way over here on the east gate so-“
“Right, thanks for that.” rushed Alya and the three of them immediately continued to ride hard through the city.
When they arrived at The Windlord’s Rest the situation they found was confusing at best. The building was still standing and there were no bodies lying in the street, but Grimwald’s Revenge next door had a slew of Purple Dragon guards outside.
“Oh no,” said Alya “wasn’t Fiddle staying there?”
The party rushed off to where a Purple Dragon was sending gawkers away from the scene.
“Please Sir” began Alya “Was there an attack here last night? We fear one of our friend’s may have been injured.”
“Okay ma’am what did this friend of yours look like.” Replied the guard.
“Well, he was a halfling.” Replied Alya “Small, got into trouble a lot.”
“Hmm, maybe you three had better come with me,” replied the guard
“As the entered the area one of the first things they noticed was the smell of the blood as it covered the ground. Then they saw a Fiddle sized hand, followed by a Fiddle sized leg. Alya knew that it could still be any other Halfling, but really, how many of them could there possibly be in the city, things didn’t look good. Soon they found the rest of the Fiddle sized arm, until with relief, they noticed a very un-Fiddle sized breast.
“Dammit,” said Alya looking at Darian “I can’t do this again. We can’t let this go on another night. If we’re wrong again and it kills someone else, it’ll be our fault.”
“You’re right” Said Darian “We’ll track it in the sewers today before nightfall. Hopefully with luck we’ll be able to find it and return its items before it goes out hunting for them again. Calrom do you think you can track it?”
“Certainly,” replied Calrom “Though how are we going to get into the sewers with all the purple guards watching?”
“We’ll just have to get permission.” said Darian.
In the Dragons Now
Darian approached the nearest guard at the scene.
"Excuse me, can we speak to your commanding officer, we have some information about this crime that he might find most...useful." said Darian.
"What is this information sir and how did you come across it may I ask?" replied the guard.
"That would really be better discussed with the head of the investigation, some of the details are of a rather delicate nature." Said Darian.
The guard raised an eyebrow in curiosity but did not pry "Very well." he said. "If you'll wait a couple of minute I'll take you to him."
Several minutes later they were escorted to the headquarters of the Purple Dragons and introduced to guard in charge of the investigation.
"Alright" the large man in the purple tabard said gruffly "You've got your audience, this better be important, what do you have to tell me."
"We believe we know what's caused last night's attack, where to find it, and we're willing to stop it for you, so more innocent lives don't get risked," said Darian
"Well that's certainly...welcome, but would you mind elaborating a bit before I agree to let you help us." said the guard with no small amount of suspicion in his voice.
"Alright" said Darian "It's simple enough, the creature that caused the attack last night was a revenant, a form of undead. It's the same creature that attacked the Church of Lathander the night before. You probably found tracks leading into the sewers from the scene of the crime. We know how to stop this thing so that there won't be anymore attacks, but we have to act before sunset of it will attack again."
"Well we did find tracks leading into the sewers, that much is true...IF I were to allow you to do this, what would you need from me?" said the guard.
"We'd need permission to enter the sewers and investigate. A map of the sewers would also be useful if you have one." Said Darian
"And a writ allowing our friend to use his weapons throughout the course of his investigate would also be nice" interjected Alya pointing at Calrom.
"Very well" said the guard He scribbled something on a piece of paper and stamped it. "With this your friend is hereby authorized to carry is weapons and use them. Also show this to the guard on the scene and he will let you into the sewers. I assume you can follow the tracks?"
"We can" said Darian "Our friend is quite accomplished at that."
"Excellent" said the sergeant going over to a closet and pulling out three purple tabards "Wear these at all times during your investigation, You're working for the purple dragons now.
Darian approached the nearest guard at the scene.
"Excuse me, can we speak to your commanding officer, we have some information about this crime that he might find most...useful." said Darian.
"What is this information sir and how did you come across it may I ask?" replied the guard.
"That would really be better discussed with the head of the investigation, some of the details are of a rather delicate nature." Said Darian.
The guard raised an eyebrow in curiosity but did not pry "Very well." he said. "If you'll wait a couple of minute I'll take you to him."
Several minutes later they were escorted to the headquarters of the Purple Dragons and introduced to guard in charge of the investigation.
"Alright" the large man in the purple tabard said gruffly "You've got your audience, this better be important, what do you have to tell me."
"We believe we know what's caused last night's attack, where to find it, and we're willing to stop it for you, so more innocent lives don't get risked," said Darian
"Well that's certainly...welcome, but would you mind elaborating a bit before I agree to let you help us." said the guard with no small amount of suspicion in his voice.
"Alright" said Darian "It's simple enough, the creature that caused the attack last night was a revenant, a form of undead. It's the same creature that attacked the Church of Lathander the night before. You probably found tracks leading into the sewers from the scene of the crime. We know how to stop this thing so that there won't be anymore attacks, but we have to act before sunset of it will attack again."
"Well we did find tracks leading into the sewers, that much is true...IF I were to allow you to do this, what would you need from me?" said the guard.
"We'd need permission to enter the sewers and investigate. A map of the sewers would also be useful if you have one." Said Darian
"And a writ allowing our friend to use his weapons throughout the course of his investigate would also be nice" interjected Alya pointing at Calrom.
"Very well" said the guard He scribbled something on a piece of paper and stamped it. "With this your friend is hereby authorized to carry is weapons and use them. Also show this to the guard on the scene and he will let you into the sewers. I assume you can follow the tracks?"
"We can" said Darian "Our friend is quite accomplished at that."
"Excellent" said the sergeant going over to a closet and pulling out three purple tabards "Wear these at all times during your investigation, You're working for the purple dragons now.
Oh $#!+
When they returned to Grimwald's Revenge the guard wearing an identical purple tabard allowed them to pass. The blood soaked prints leading into the sewers were easy enough to find on the outside, but inside it got slightly more difficult. After a few feet the tracks washed away.
"Well" said Darian, "Now what? Do we hunt around in here until we chance across it?"
"Thinking logically" said Alya "If the creature fears the sun, wouldn't it try to get as far away from it as possible? If we follow the sewage downstream, we might find it at the deepest point. "
"Sounds reasonable." said Calrom and off the party went slogging through the...well, let's just call it detritus. As they followed the path down Calrom noticed the tracks of a large snake several times.
Eventually they passed an anomaly in the sewers, a closed wooden door set into the wall. The bottom had begun to rot off and Calrom noticed through one of the holes what looked like a thin cord tied to a nail on the door. Bending down he say the cord connected to a large crossbow, still loaded aimed at the door. Calrom told everyone to back away and then untied the cord. Sure enough the bolt crashed through the rotted wood and was stuck there. A quick search of the room revealed a small pouch with some gold and a load of rubbish.
The party continued following the tracks further down until they reached a large pool surrounded by snake trails and what looked to be a green light coming through a hole in the wall. Alya quickly cleared a trail in the much with magic and let Calrom sneak up to the enterance. As he approached, they saw the ranger's shoulder's sag.
"Check it out." Called out Calrom " I REALLY don't think he's here."
As Alya and Darian approached they immediately saw why. The green light was from the sun shining though some leaves covering the door. The doorway led to a hole in the hillside some ways outside the city.
"So much for that idea" said Calrom "Unless we missed a passage somewhere?"
"No" said Darian "They pretty much all lead to this pool and I don't think the snake could have eaten him."
"So back to the top again I guess" said Alya
The party slowly trudged its way back up to the entrance and began to look for tracks again. Knowing what lay to the south, they followed the northern exit and after a while of slogging once again found some footprints, several of them however, they found some children's footprints next to the tracks left by the revenant. fearing the worst they began to slog through the waste as fast as they could. Oddly however the children's prints ended at a bricked up wall while the revenant's prints moved on to the north.
When they returned to Grimwald's Revenge the guard wearing an identical purple tabard allowed them to pass. The blood soaked prints leading into the sewers were easy enough to find on the outside, but inside it got slightly more difficult. After a few feet the tracks washed away.
"Well" said Darian, "Now what? Do we hunt around in here until we chance across it?"
"Thinking logically" said Alya "If the creature fears the sun, wouldn't it try to get as far away from it as possible? If we follow the sewage downstream, we might find it at the deepest point. "
"Sounds reasonable." said Calrom and off the party went slogging through the...well, let's just call it detritus. As they followed the path down Calrom noticed the tracks of a large snake several times.
Eventually they passed an anomaly in the sewers, a closed wooden door set into the wall. The bottom had begun to rot off and Calrom noticed through one of the holes what looked like a thin cord tied to a nail on the door. Bending down he say the cord connected to a large crossbow, still loaded aimed at the door. Calrom told everyone to back away and then untied the cord. Sure enough the bolt crashed through the rotted wood and was stuck there. A quick search of the room revealed a small pouch with some gold and a load of rubbish.
The party continued following the tracks further down until they reached a large pool surrounded by snake trails and what looked to be a green light coming through a hole in the wall. Alya quickly cleared a trail in the much with magic and let Calrom sneak up to the enterance. As he approached, they saw the ranger's shoulder's sag.
"Check it out." Called out Calrom " I REALLY don't think he's here."
As Alya and Darian approached they immediately saw why. The green light was from the sun shining though some leaves covering the door. The doorway led to a hole in the hillside some ways outside the city.
"So much for that idea" said Calrom "Unless we missed a passage somewhere?"
"No" said Darian "They pretty much all lead to this pool and I don't think the snake could have eaten him."
"So back to the top again I guess" said Alya
The party slowly trudged its way back up to the entrance and began to look for tracks again. Knowing what lay to the south, they followed the northern exit and after a while of slogging once again found some footprints, several of them however, they found some children's footprints next to the tracks left by the revenant. fearing the worst they began to slog through the waste as fast as they could. Oddly however the children's prints ended at a bricked up wall while the revenant's prints moved on to the north.
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