Shadows deep

I chose to continue my progression among the members of Nightshade, intent on uncovering the core of the corruption. It took some time for them to trust me, of course, but 'twas simple to match the zeal of the members. Following the lines of who they paid tribute to, I came across the records used, identifying one of the cabal leaders by the name of Tudur. I aim to avoid too many questions. I know that in this group, their secrets are well protected, so I must find a way to gain Tudur's confidence so I can strike at the heart of this order that rots our people even as the Light threatens us.
 
I've come to learn that Tudur is a survivor of the Laxan Civil War, a child of one of the followers of the Shadowkeeper who continue to keep that power that caused the elves to fall in the days of glory. He instructs other members of Nightshade on the rituals of binding the wargs, the beastmen who raid and pillage freely in Lakeland forests. By using them in our operations, there is a belief that Nightshade will gain a more significant advantage against the Crystarium Guard that has so far put a consistent stop to the organization's efforts to establish strongholds closer to the Guard's military camps.
 
Once I am approved to learn these methods, I will meet this remnant of our people's greatest err, and I shall be able to prepare my chance to attack. The abilities to glamour the self will prove useful, as they've begun already to teach me the methods of concealment to waylay travelers on the road. Illusive forms will give me a chance to cover my tracks as I make an effort to return home and warn.
 
I'm considering sending a message to Lowri. I've little means to do it, and returning home amid our preparations for the attack might be viewed as a weakness that will cost my ability to become closer to Tudur's inner circle of confidants. But if I can inform her that I understand why she was so upset and that I could use her help in my goals to aid my people even now in Nightshade, I might gain her trust once more.
 
She trusts the Crystarium; perhaps I can employ that to harry the followers while I go after Tudur in the wake of the chaos.