James Abandons the Mission

Gathering / Conference

James departs from the group in order to unlock the secrets of the books in addition to solving the mystery of his past. Kell (the aarakocra barbarian) is exiled from Allak's cult around the same time and defects to the party. He vows to stop Allak and slay the cult's Chained God. The new party (now Shin, Mex, and Kell) makes their way through Feyreach, only stopping to inform Artirro of new developments, then finally arrives at Grozu. It turns out the stronghold had been overrun by bandits.

The bandits initially think the party was sent as reinforcements due to Shin's new demonic appearance. They're currently being led by a demon made by Salethar himself, and they have orders to raise an alchemical undead army large enough to take Ulford. With the help of Thorolund, whom they met just prior, they stop this plan from ever coming to fruition. Everyone rests in Esterwood before starting their travel to Feron.