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The Journey through the Woods and Waves
The walk back to the underground cavern which held the port is rather uneventful. In the back of the group, as they walk, Sister Hilan notices Renalt and Denlo starting to whisper. The monastic sister dismisses it though. After all, they did so frequently. It’s likely a discussion of how to do something less than legal, she guesses about one of the odd miscellanea that the Elfi’ika picked up in that watchtower. She trusts that, if the discussion were to turn to any topics of
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6 days ago8 min read
From the Archipelago's Watchtower
The walk through this forest was not Renalt’s favorite time. Not due to any discomfort of walking several miles through the dirt, but rather because nothing happened for quite some time, but they were also trying to be quiet to avoid any potential dangerous, unwanted attention. Which means he hadn’t been able to practice or write but also hadn’t been gathering any new material. But now, they come upon a tower, in a clearing. Ren looks to the treetops around him, but no one i
J. Joseph
Dec 12, 20258 min read
Arrival in the Littoral Caves of the Archipelago
Below the decks, Den enjoys his breakfast while lying back on his hammock. He learned growing up in the kinslums that one should always catch sleep whenever they can, especially just ahead of a big job. And whether their boss was willing to admit it or not, this would be a big job. The last cube was a personal house of some dead guy, and it had several dangerous threats. Assuming the sites that survived to modern day are at least of roughly the same power, the chances of this
J. Joseph
Nov 14, 20258 min read
Felazo Guiding the Ekzokia to the Archipelago
Leaving port and heading heartward, Felazo is entirely unsurprised by the lack of disruption in the afternoon. While piracy can, at...
J. Joseph
Oct 10, 20258 min read
Alessari's Memories, Daydreams, and Duties
Alessari greets the monastic sister as she steps aboard her new, albeit temporary, home once more. “Sister Hilan,” she says with a hug,...
J. Joseph
Sep 12, 20258 min read
Renalt Selling the Spoils in Hetha
Renalt makes his way to their room. Heading over to a corner, he quickly draws up a note, signed with the seal of some local friends he...
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Jul 11, 20258 min read
Reuniting At The Docks
Leaving the inn after their meal, Denlo heads into the twilight on the street. From behind him, Sari complains. “You didn’t have to shoo...
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Jun 13, 20258 min read
Looking for Logbooks from an Old Friend
As he walks aimlessly through the streets of Hetha, Felazo begins looking through his journals. He’s certain that the Squall lives here,...
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May 9, 20258 min read
Establishment of a Plan of Action within Hetha
It feels interestingly nostalgic to be in a fine dress again, Alessari can’t help but think as the trio who managed to avoid the curses...
J. Joseph
Apr 11, 20258 min read
Visiting the Temple of the Cold Fist in Hetha
Ever since the crew of the Ekzokia fought and slayed the long-dead dwarfish pirate, Sister Hilan has felt off. Ill. The last day passed...
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Mar 14, 20258 min read
Renalt Readies to Return to Hetha
So, they were to be travelling to Hetha. Renalt absentmindedly drums his fingers on the deck as he thinks. It’s been some time since last...
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Feb 14, 20258 min read
Denlo Prepares to Visit Hetha
Denlo watches from the shore as they load the coffin onto the ship. And he watches as a cloudy, dark mirror of himself begins to row...
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Jan 10, 20258 min read
The Careful Looting of an Ancient Pirate's Tomb
As Renalt finishes the Kur-si’ika, Felazo smiles and steps forwards. The massive iron doors set into an engraved frame is revealed as the...
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Dec 13, 20248 min read
Hunting the Undead and Uncovering the Tomb
Alessari is sticking a few paces ahead of the others, to keep an eye out for anything dangerous. She makes note of a few tripwires and...
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Nov 8, 20248 min read
Sister Hilan's First Encounter with Hostile Undead
After finishing their meal, once again Sister Hilan aids in rowing their boat to shore. Denlo takes the boat to hide it among the rocks,...
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Oct 11, 20248 min read
Renalt Begins a Composition while Bathing
After generously gifting to his old traveling companion both his understanding of magic and his new set of clothing, Renalt returned to...
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Sep 13, 20248 min read
Thinking about Questions Den's Avoided Asking Himself
Denlo lies on the deck, waiting as everyone else finishes ferrying themselves across the water. It has been a rough day. He lies on the...
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Aug 9, 20248 min read
Returning with Loot to the Ekzokia to Rest
Felazo joins Renalt in examining the puddles. He was right to be curious, the alchemist thinks as he crouches down beside the strange,...
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Jul 12, 20248 min read
Clearing the Basement Laboratory
“One final door,” Sister Hilan reminds the others, shaking her head at Renalt’s comment and ignoring the musician carefully sliding...
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Jun 14, 20248 min read
Through the Doors of an Ancient Mage's House
Looking around, Renalt takes a moment to breathe as the pounding of that creature’s shout still echoes in his head. He can feel his...
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Apr 12, 20248 min read
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