Session 22: Krod's Diary - THe Mayor and the Priestess
General Summary
...Resting in an actual bed after months in the wild is such a welcome gift. I see that Killian has a certain spring in his step. After a hearty breakfast too we're ready to start a new day rested and refreshed.
Note- I shall leave Matilda within the grounds of the inn. I see no need to have her with us within a town such as this. Defense and resource harvesting is useful when in the wild. However some jobs we've seen on the notice board could definitely benefit from her skills so to speak. I will check back on her at the end of the day for another batch of repairs.
[Krod attunes to the helm of telepathy and the wand of animate dead]
We all decide to go straight to the mayor to report in, as we feel we don't want to step on any toes if it isn't our place to claim our inherited deed to the Thunderfall Hidaway.
The house or mansion i should say is a beautiful large minimalist solid structure, the doors are quite clearly made of the wood from the infernal forest.
Note- Surveying the town I can see that a majority of the buildings seem to use the Ironwood, greatly beneficial if the town was to ever come under siege.
Mayor Thomlin actually answers the door. Strange considering his position ? The man looks to be in his 70's and immensely tired almost as if not fully aware of his own actions... We firstly apologize for the early disturbance as Ximena did inform us that he was travelling. Killian reals off our exploits with his natural embellishment and I explain how we were blessed with the deeds. His response concerns me, he doesn't seem to be all there. I am fully aware of how old age can effect the mind but this man is supposed to be running the town.
While Killian and our new companion Lairion speak with the old man he mentions a Priestess of a holy order by the name of Jalena. Trust is in short supply and i want to know if there is any other influence at work...[Krod uses the the helm of telepathy to read the surface thoughts of Mayor Thomlin]
It's a mess in there. Images and flashes in no decernable order would suggest that the man is inflicted by dementia. This priestess still intrigues me though. I'm going the probe further...
[Krod casts the detect thoughts spell through the helm of telepathy to read the thoughts of Mayor Thomlin]
I don't feel any malicious influence, again everything is jumbled. The priestess comes into the mans thoughts a lot more, I think we should pay her a visit...
Ah ! My companions are finished with him. I let them know what I've found and we decide a trip to the church is in order. Killian also wants to increase our reputation within Rel by fulfilling some of these jobs and the church wants a crypt clearing out.
On our way to the church we look for this missing cat called mittens, another one of the notices that we're looking into. I decide it's a good idea to stock up on resources if we are to continue in our en devours especially our new companion Lairion. Killian and I have no idea of his skill set or capabilities. The experiences we've had on this journey leave no place for the ill-prepared.
The Silverpine Outfitters seems like a good start. The owner appears to be a Half-Orc... What the !? Ah yes of course... Killians emotional scars appears to have got the better of him. I am grateful he just walked out, experiences like that can make us do unpredictable and regrettable things.
There are a couple of interesting items that I'll inquire about...
[Krod trades his scale mail for an Enchanted Compass that allows the user to never lose their way]
Note- The enchanted compass doesn't sound like the most useful tool in the world but the moment we become lost its magical properties will be invaluable. There is also a magical lantern that never runs out of oil that also intrigues me. It has 3 magical enchantments that can be bought along side the lantern.
Eternal Flame (Standard)
- The lantern’s light never dims, and it doesn’t require refueling or replacement of oil. Perfect for long journeys or exploration in dark places.
- Upgrade When activated, the lantern reveals hidden messages or symbols written in ancient languages. Great for deciphering cryptic inscriptions.
- The lantern’s light changes color based on the time of day. Blue for dawn, golden for noon, and crimson for dusk. Helps you keep track of time.
Report Date
15 Jul 2024
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