Session 47
General Summary
Porcelain Avenue Shenanigans
The Deep End awoke in the late morning on the 21st of Osh'Van. Rani immediately expressed concern about her brother's wellbeing as a voice in her dream claimed to know him. She's worried he may be in danger. After Rani described her Baba in excruciating detail, Moira cast sending, informing Rani's father to be on his guard regarding new faces in Lark'Hal. Moira then scried on Rani's mom. It seems the caravan she was hired to escort has been delayed at the border where dirt fades to sand. There appears to be a slight "sand seal shortage". As the vision faded, Four remarked that she might look into buying some for herself. Why not?
Strolling through Porcelain Avenue while trying to sort out who Newt's gonna try and pick a fight with next, most members of the party picked up on some gossip floating through the streets. Ghilani, however, seemed more interested in asking what color dragonborn the others would be.
"You know if I had a gold piece for every time I saw a black dragonborn – real official looking – going into the tunnel to the Old District... well, I'd have 2 gold pieces, but why are they even going there? Nothing but broken buildings out there." "Have you been past the Black Dragon Clan estate recently? Yeah... another body. Mutilated. I guess someone else got brave – er, stupid enough to try and pass off a mundane ring for Tetsuya's missing one. Though, I guess if I was down on my luck, I'd take that risk for 1,000 gold." "How do you think the Grand Admiral's new husband feels?? You know, in light of those allegations? I just want to know how he manages to sleep at night. She could snap his neck with her pinky." "Get this... the great Auriga Fel... MOVED. Even more than just a turn of the head or a blink. No, he just stood up and flew away with no warning! The last time he did that was when he almost died going after that swarm of sea serpents!"
A small crowd appears to have gathered in the Moon Guard complex, watching an armored white dragonborn take on 4 other armored dragonborn. Speaking to tourists and other dragonborn, the white dragonborn is Commander Visenya, a formidable warrior, second only to the General... or at least on this branch of the Moon Guard. It seems the party missed her sparing with the Grand Admiral. Sure enough, a cluster of dragonborn stand off to the side around a tall, lean bronze dragonborn in embellished Moon Guard armor.
After receiving a death ward, Newt courageously challenged Visenya to one-v-one. The commander hefted her greatsword while Newt drew a... bedazzled rapier? Visenya scoffed and laughed at the weapon choice as she charged forward, making two quick slashes with her sword. Although beaten and bloodied, Newt managed to hold his own against Visenya... for 30 seconds. Still, the white dragonborn seemed impressed, wiping the smallest bit of blood from her maw.
When asked about Sage, the Commander informed Newt that she's no longer in the estate. Nontheless, she still provided a writ with which the Deep End could gain entry to the White Dragon Estate. perhaps speaking with Jahdiel will be enlightening, if Newt is determined.
Moira loudly declared how STRONG Newt was, slapping him across the back and casting healing spells. Rani spread gossip about how strong Newt was for holding his own against the Commander (who of course is incredibly strong).
Hearing the sound of distant drums, everyone moved to Porcelain Avenue to see Tetsuya the Black and his retinue making their way up Porcelain Avenue to the Porcelain Tea House. Although the Black Dragon Clan leader barely moved, his roving eyes paused on Newt. Seeing her friend stiffen up, Moira zeroed in on Tetsuya, catching: "Fetch Shenzi, bring me the blue one."
Stealthily, the Deep End booked it to the Drunken Dragon to sip on some sake and fizzy grape juice. Hope has heard the name "Shenzi" on the wind and again, is VERY interested and invested in acquiring gossip on Parvathian the Gold. She reemphasized the location of the Gold Dragon Clan estate and pointed out the estate locations for White and Black.
After significant discussion and attempted talks with Ghilani, the Deep End decided to be ballsy and made their way to Porcelain Avenue... where they were greeted by a massive figure. Shenzi, an 8 foot tall black dragonborn, escorted them to the Porcelain Tea House, guiding them down a set of stairs in the back to an opulent basement where dragonborn were partaking in tea and food amidst plush alcoves. At the far end of the room in the must luxurious alcove, Tetsuya sat amidst multiple guards and Mencius, the black dragonborn with white lines covering his right arm.
Does Newt think he's strong? Ha. The scarred black dragonborn believes Newt to be just a petty, stupid boy. You stood in our temple and dared show disrespect. Would you like to see true strength, boy? Tetsuya was willing to issue plenty of threats: torture, enslavement... or worse, perhaps. Unless, the party is able to gain his forgiveness by finding his missing ring. Having exhausted his time dealing with scaleless, Shenzi showed them out, slightly upset that she wasn't able to enact some... "force".
After resting and taking precautionary measures, the party made their way to the Old District. Following Moira through the narrow streets, Yue welcomed all of them with open arms and invited them to join the Ladies of the Stars of a meal. When asked about how the Ladies are doing, Yue assured them that they were fine... but there's a slight wince that appears before its covered by her calm, gentle smile.
Speaking in the kitchen after the twins set up a prank that covered Yue in glitter, the green dragonborn seemed particularly disturbed that The Deep End had gotten involved - in a poor manner - with Tetsuya and the Black Dragon Clan. Of all the clans, they are the second worst to cross. She pushed the group to try and seek out an alternative to the ring situation. Even if you find the ring, you will most certainly bring down an unimaginable hell to whoever knows something about or has the ring in their possession. Yue has sworn to protect the downtrodden fugitives that have found their way here and thus, if the group pursues it, Yue will not assist. However, Moira is an adult now... she will also not hinder them.
Walking through the Ladies of the Stars' ground, they spoke of what to do regarding the Black Dragon Clan. Widow and Newt believe they should pursue the ring. Certainly, they could protect whoever has the ring or has information on the ring? Moira, however, is unwilling to risk it. Newt, feeling that the Deep End's situation is entirely his fault, prayed to Caliban.
Ghilani asked Yue why everyone is so racist here. Long ago, the dragons arrived in Caliban after fleeing from tragedy. In light of their plight, the dragons set aside their differences and banded together. When faced with nothing and a desperate desire to rebuild, lesser minds and looser morals prevailed... The Dragon Clans were empowered to steal and exploit on behalf of the dragons they served. After so many years, the dragonborn began to develop notions of superiority and this was reinforced by the support of their "benefactors". If you want to experience Caliban free of the "scaleless nonsense", the Copper and Silver are lovely and have worked very carefully to correct any stain on their mindset towards non-dragonborn. Newt then asked about the worst Dragon Clan... Yue departed to prepare their rooms.
Rani helped some of the Ladies with their swordplay. Meanwhile, Moira found Yue and spoke to her about what occurred with the Oracle. She's not surprised that Xanthe has not heard from Caliban. She believes - although she has no proof - that the recent Oracles have been "shitting fortunes out of their ass". However, if anyone would know what really happened and whether or not Xanthe's claims are true... it would be Caliban.
Rani had another dream where she was transported to a parlor filled with incense. After denying the voice's request twice more, she felt a cold, pressing presence. Managing to shake off the chill that settled into her bones – the feeling of inspiration radiating from her forehead – she woke up feeling cold, empty, and hallow.
Ghilani found himself on a golden platform and was greeted by... Ismera. Oh, is this form not appealing to you? Then perhaps Azhi? Azhi in a skimpy dress? Oh... or perhaps Parvathian... in the nude? It seems Ghilani has unlocked the ultimate cheat code! Therarask attempted – with minimal effort – to educate Ghilani and give him the talk. However, when Ghilani seemed to not pick up on anything, Therarask dismissed the boy... watching him plummet before Ghilani woke up. It's truly not worth wasting your time on god studies, Ghilani.
After seeing the briefest flash of Yue with a beard, an older Kalashtar man - almost average looking - appeared before her. Caliban? You're here? I'm here! Moira asked if Caliban could be persuaded to be more involved with his people again. Do you know what mortals are good for? Caliban thought... for a moment that he had heard her voice... But no. Mortals are only good for giving false hope.
The diary was stashed away and no longer on Rani's person. The voice said she would send another messenger after them... and the journal's safety should be ensured. Rani only told Widow about feeling hallow and cold when she woke up.
At breakfast, Yue did mention that there is a black dragonborn at the General Store. He was disgraced from his clan and found a place here. The store is run by Hinata, a half-elf who escaped slavery by the Black Dragon Clan and was, for a few years, part of the Ladies of the Stars.
Arriving at the General Store, Moira and Ghilani spoke to Hinata. Moira could tell she was lying when the ring came up, but she didn't seem willing to budge or to bring in Arulo. What do you want with him anyway? Once alone in the store, Widow mind linked with Hinata and told her he would pay her the gold she'd need to leave Caliban, assuming she gave him information. Even if she had information, does he really think she'd just trust him? She doesn't know him. She's got people and she'll stick with them, thank you very much.
The party travelled to Two's Spire. Speaking with Caliban will certainly be the easiest when the moon is full, but if Moira has spoken to him, perhaps he can be persuaded. The voice in Rani's dream is not the weaver Two spoke of... and doesn't appear to be in Caliban, but there are traces of strong divination abilities.
When Dysis was mentioned... Two seemed to recall fuzzy memories. Dysis was once a powerful diviner and High Oracle. They used to drink tea and sake together while Caliban rode the Lunar Queen across the sky. Do you know what happened to her in Judas? If you do not know the answer and it is heartbreak that Caliban suffers from... perhaps the god of the Moon is lost.
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15 Jul 2022
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