Session Twenty Six 9/3/24
General Summary
Characters Present: Finkelstein (Tim D), Kasari (Lou), Darfin (Tim M), Roland (Zack), Zavania (Alyssa).
The Syndicate of Belial Investigation Begins
The session kicked off with the party diving deeper into their quest to stop the Syndicate of Belial. As they explored Neverwinter, they split into smaller groups to gather information and prepare for the challenges ahead.Kasari & Zavania Visit the House of Knowledge
Kasari and Zavania headed to the House of Knowledge, a grand temple-library dedicated to Oghma, where they sought information about the Syndicate. They met with Lore Master Keldor Stone, the high priest of the House. While Keldor was aware of the Syndicate's presence, he shared limited useful details. He mentioned strange interactions and disturbances occurring north along the High Road, though little more could be uncovered from his vague reports.Darfin, Finkelstein & Roland at the Moonstone Mask
Meanwhile, Darfin and Finkelstein made their way to the Moonstone Mask, one of the finest inns in Neverwinter, where they planned to meet with the rest of the group. Roland joined them shortly after. Inside the Mask, they encountered the enigmatic owner, Ophala Cheldarstorn, a powerful figure known to deal with both noble patrons and those of a more secretive nature. The party members enjoyed the atmosphere of the Mask, with Kasari and Zavania sharing a bubbly drink that brought them a rare moment of pure happiness. During their time there, Darfin received a cryptic card reading from an elderly diviner. The reading warned him to remain true to himself and to be cautious of the dangers that awaited in the north, hinting that their journey would soon take them into dangerous territory.The Call to Action: A Mysterious Letter
The party spent the night at the Moonstone Mask. The next morning, a courier arrived, delivering a letter sealed with an ominous mark. The letter read:"To the brave souls who dare oppose the Syndicate of Belial, Our paths are destined to cross once more. Make haste to the Watchtower of Thornhold in the Sword Mountains. The Syndicate's plan must be stopped, or the land will plunge further into darkness."R.P.
Choosing the Path North
With the letter in hand, the party now faced two paths: pursue the mysterious sender's advice and head toward Thornhold or continue on Dagult Neverember’s quest to investigate cult activities along the High Road. After deliberation, the party chose to follow Dagult’s mission and journey northward along the High Road in search of signs of the Syndicate.Exploring a Graveyard Home
The group traveled north, eventually coming across an off-road path that led them into a dense forest. Following this trail, Zavania transformed into one of her animal forms, using her abilities to track suspicious activities. Their search brought them to a ruined graveyard home, seemingly abandoned but filled with eerie signs of foul magic. Inside, they found magical artifacts used in spellcasting and a cage stained with old blood, evidence of dark rituals performed in the home. Their investigation continued deeper into the structure, where they uncovered a staircase leading to an underground dungeon.Battling the Wraith
In the depths of the dungeon, the party encountered a wraith guarding an acid pool. A fierce battle ensued, with the party ultimately defeating the malevolent spirit, though not without difficulty, as the wraith’s ethereal nature and the treacherous environment of the acid pool complicated the fight.The Blood Pool Ritual
Further exploration led the party into a grand, ominous chamber. At its center, a large blood pool sat surrounded by four statues. Dark energies radiated from the area, and three skeletal figures, dressed in robes, were chanting around the pool, seemingly conducting a ritual of dark magic. With the dark ritual ongoing, the party prepared themselves for what would come next, knowing that they had stumbled into a critical moment in their quest.Session End
The session ended as the party prepared to confront the robed skeletons, understanding that they were likely on the verge of disrupting another one of the Syndicate's dark plans.
Report Date
14 Oct 2024
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