The Wandering Isles: Session 36
The group found a moment of respite within the halls of Wulver’s home, a place steeped in history and adorned with relics of the past. Dash took this opportunity to explore, stumbling into a trophy room that left him awestruck. Among its treasures were enormous antlers from a creature so vast it could have stood 30 feet tall. It was a moment of reflection and reverence, one that underscored the legacy of the Lunar Kin and their connection to the land.
As the group gathered, they discovered something surprising about Dash: he didn’t have a vault to store his belongings. This revelation sparked both shock and playful disbelief, leading to a long and humorous debate over where, exactly, he kept all his things.
Meanwhile, Slate turned his attention to studying the remains of the strange creature they had defeated. The act triggered an unsettling transformation. His body warped, his eyes and ears disappeared, and his senses became hyper-attuned. He could see through sound—the rhythmic beat of Dash’s heart, the crunch of Eos’s footsteps, and the faint movements of Amaedrianna. But the experience overwhelmed him, the sheer intensity of it driving him to scream until Dash stepped in, pulling him back with a steady, protective embrace. They soon realized that Eldric Shadowclaw, one of Wulver’s trusted allies, had witnessed Slate’s transformation. Though Eldric expressed his concerns to Wulver, the group assured him that Slate’s condition would not pose a threat.
Eos, ever in search of answers, approached Wulver with the question that had been haunting her: who was she? What was she? Wulver answered, though the weight of his response lingered unspoken for the rest of the group to ponder. Elsewhere, Hatsu took it upon himself to help Slate find peace, guiding him through meditation and offering a path to balance amidst the chaos of his inner turmoil.
Together, the group worked to honor the kills from the hunt, harvesting every part of the animals. Eos found the process difficult, a stark contrast to Hatsu, who embraced the practice as a way to show respect for nature. For him, nothing was wasted; every piece was used with purpose. Amid these tasks, Dash reflected on the harsh disparities of The King’s Jubilee in Palperroth, comparing it to the unity and harmony he observed among the Lunar Kin. Their way of life resonated deeply with him, a stark reminder of what he sought to build and protect.
Slate, always thinking ahead, gave Wulver a card to establish a potential alliance with the Frosthand Syndicate in Brautarðir. It was a gesture aimed at strengthening Hartwell and ensuring its future as a thriving, safe haven. Meanwhile, Amaedrianna had a private conversation with Wulver about her path forward. His words were simple but profound: before she could face her future, she would have to confront herself.
As the group prepared for their next move, Dash called them together to discuss their options. They debated whether to use a teleportation stone to return to the Arcanum, revisit Orla Voltheim to investigate the fiery creature they had encountered, or wait in Hartwell for further guidance. Ultimately, they decided to contact Remington Maleficum, who directed them to Dagtorp to meet with Evius Continuance and further investigate the flaming creature before returning home.
The session ended with Dash, Lysa, and Amaedrianna huddling in secret. They whispered of a plan, something for the future, leaving the question hanging: would they share it with the rest of the group? Or would this secret remain theirs to keep?
