Shifting Winds

by Revered Father Darcell Durros

The uneasy accord with Thaddeus and Lysander lingered in the air as they departed, seemingly triumphant. Their demeanor betrayed a sense of victory, likely anticipating a boost in their standing within the intricate political landscape of Amn. After a shared meal, the topic of payment arose. Darcell, in his usual straightforward manner, requested diamonds, leading to a curious offer of 600 gold pieces and a question regarding the diamonds' purpose.

As the exchange unfolded, Lysander attempted to leave the room via a dimension door, but Ellis, quick on his feet, countered the spell. Lysander, displaying a hint of amusement, walked away, leaving the party to be escorted to their ship. The lake, under the illusion's guise, appeared normal.

Haldir, contemplating the powerful spell that concealed the lake, began to question the traditional belief that only elves possessed the ability to wield such high magic. This revelation hinted at a broader spectrum of magic-users with potent capabilities.

Upon reaching the ship, the crew welcomed the party, sharing details of Lysander's interrogation. Mention of an idol and an unusual reaction from Lysander caught their attention. Ellis, Mezo, and Mavros, suspicious of Shane, initiated a conversation. Detecting an inconsistency in Shane's behavior, Mavros discovered a sending stone in the crow's nest, connecting to Lysandra. Confronted, Shane was subdued, revealing his true nature as a shape-shifting creature. Bound and contained, he was stowed away in a bag of holding.

Examining the idol, Darcell recognized its origin – a representation of Sekolah, a lawful evil deity residing in the fifth layer of the Nine Hells. Haldir, driven by an inexplicable desire, sought to attune to the idol. Transported to another realm, he found himself engaged in a relentless battle. A mysterious voice urged him to fight, and as he embraced the struggle, he realized he was facing a shark. Haldir, breaking free from the trance by dispatching the shark, abruptly jumped and dove into the water, assuming a shark-like form. Darcell's subsequent attempt to dispel the magic proved futile, leaving the party grappling with the mystifying influence of the idol.

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