Personnal - Echoes of Twilight

Anarvis is given a vision by The Margrave, directing him to a forsaken temple of LORD TWILIGHT. Here, he must gather ancient scriptures that detail the process of demon ascension. However, he's not the only one searching—other warlocks serve rival entities and seek to prevent the Margrave's rise. Foreshadowing: One of the scriptures describes the Dark One's ability to bridge realms, hinting at a pivotal role it might play in the events of Book 3.

Plot points/Scenes

Dreams of Obscurity

Anarvis is pulled into a vivid dream. The Margrave, in all its terrifying glory, communicates the urgency and importance of the mission. Anarvis witnesses shadowy figures - rival warlocks and their patrons - converging towards the forsaken temple.

The Journey to the Temple

The party journeys to the temple's location, battling natural obstacles and possibly ambushes from rival factions. The temple's entrance is hidden, requiring problem-solving or the use of Anarvis's pact powers to uncover.

Echoes in the Halls

Inside the temple, the party encounters not just physical traps but illusions and memories of the past, possibly revealing events from the Dark One's history or even glimpses of The Margrave's past.

Rival Confrontation

As the party delves deeper, they clash with one or more of the rival Warlock factions. This could be a physical confrontation or a battle of wits, as both groups try to decipher the temple's secrets.

The Ascension Ritual

Upon locating the scripture room, Anarvis discovers the precise rites for the ascension. However, they're complex, requiring the entire party's cooperation. As they begin the ritual, they must fend off waves of ethereal challenges and interferences from rival patrons.

Roleplay: The demands of the ritual might cause strain in the group, especially if they weren't initially privy to the ritual's true purpose. Anarvis might need to persuade or bargain with them to continue.

The Margrave's Ascension

With the ritual complete, The Margrave begins its transformation into a demon under the DARK ONE's domain. As it ascends, it bestows upon Anarvis a mark or token of gratitude. The Margrave will pluck Anarvis eyes, making him blind and immune to gaze attacks.

Foreshadowing the Future

As the temple starts to crumble post-ritual, the party must escape. During this retreat, Anarvis gets a fleeting vision of the DARK ONE's mighty servant, a figure bathed in pure darkness, hinting at the role it will play in their future challenges.

Structure

Exposition

In Anarvis's dreams, The Margrave speaks of an ancient temple, forgotten by many but known to him, dedicated to LORD TWILIGHT. Within the temple are the scriptures detailing the rites for a demon's ascension. But The Margrave warns Anarvis that he's not the only one with this knowledge; other entities seek to halt or control this ascension.

Plot type

Personnal Chapter

Parent Plot

Campaign: The fallen prince

Related Characters

• Anarvis Eshom
• Margrave

Related Locations

• Svimohzia