Of Virtue and Vice

A Dungeons & Dragons 5e game In the world of Solacea
7/2/2023 | Full
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Supporting Cast
  • Surgeon Ailean Corthwick
    Middle Aged Surgeon in the town of Dunwell. A friend of Sato the Blacksmith and married to Aine.
  • Midwife Aine Corthwick
    A nurse and midwife. Married to Ailean, she cares for the sick and elderly in Dunwell and is well liked by most everyone
  • Falvus Verus
    Has economic ties in many areas of the world. Knows Alexander Pontius from his trade relations in Athelia. Exports mostly rare furs. A key business partner in the establishment of Stonewood.
  • Leona Eisenheart
    Leona exudes an alluring charm with her striking @[Eldonian](ethnicity:a43f7e7a-a47a-4b2e-af18-298a02bf858b) features—fair skin, flowing chestnut hair, and piercing green eyes. She carries herself with a delicate grace, wearing carefully chosen attire that balances elegance and sensuality. Her presence in The Midnight Orchid commands attention, and her genuine warmth and intelligence draw clients to her.
  • Livia Magnus
    In her late twenties, Livia Magnus, the wife of Governor Lucius Magnus, carries an air of quiet resilience amid the increasing brutality of her husband. Her once youthful features now bear the weight of premature worry, etched with lines that speak of experiences beyond her years. Strands of silver have woven through her red hair, serving as a stark reminder of the challenges she has faced. Behind her sapphire eyes, there is a flicker of both determination and weariness, a reflection of the burdens she carries in supporting her husband's ambitions. Livia's gentle smile, tinged with a touch of sadness, hides the depth of her sacrifices as she stands as a steadfast support and voice of reason within the confines of their world.
  • Govenor Lucius Magnus
    Governor of Dunwell. Experienced Navy officer. Eldonian but a member of a noble household of the Aeternus Imperium (adopted).
  • Master Sato
    A Zamoran blacksmith in the town of Dunwell. In his late 50's. Fit. Wise, generous and kind, with a philosophical bent. Sato's Eldonian wife is named Maeve, and they have two children named Finnian and Saoirse.
  • Captain Wahn
    Captain of the Wind's Blessing,
Timelines

Timelines

Sessions Archive

27th Oct 2024

Session 34: Episode 10 The Spire


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6th Oct 2024

Session 33: Episode 9 The Spire


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22nd Sep 2024

Session 32: Episode 08


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4th Aug 2024

Session 1 Reborn

16th Jul 2024

Session 31: The Rusty Flagon Drinking Club


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30th Jun 2024

Session 30: Aftermath

9th Jun 2024

Session 29: The Mystic Glenn


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4th Jun 2024

Session 28: Revenge of the Jarl


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30th May 2024

Session 27: Alderland


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19th May 2024

Session 26: Gwyndara


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16th May 2024

Session 25: Runesmith

After confronting and defeating the fallen brother of the Deathwardens, you have claimed the Codex of Corruption. Now you must get out of the Maze and return to Gwyndara with your new companion Bran The Runesmith.



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28th Apr 2024

Session 24: The Sheared Summit of Gwyndara

After hiring Kaeven, the Eifer Hunter, the Umbra Nex approaches the strange mountain of the Sheared Summit to find the Wanderer and potential Deathwarden brother carrying the Codex of Corruption.



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21st Apr 2024

Session 23: The Ranger Is Born

Now, with 2 ships where will the Umbra-Nex Go next?



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14th Apr 2024

Session 22: August Company

The Umba - Nex found The Warship called The August at Sea.



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7th Apr 2024

Session 21: The High Seas

Leaving the Town of Dunwell on the The Jabari the Heroes of the Nordring Rebellion, the Umbra Nex, seek out the rest of the towns garrison before they can reach Fort Solis and warn the Empire of the revolution.



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14th Jan 2024

Session 20: Back in Dunwell

10th Jan 2024

Session 18: A Bank Heist


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4th Jan 2024

Session 18: Bank Heist


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31st Dec 2023

Session 17: Set adrift in Stonewood

Following Livia Magnus to the company town, what will await you there?



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10th Dec 2023

Session 15: Aftermath


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3rd Dec 2023

Session 15: The Fall

The Battle won, the WSB follow Morgana.



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26th Nov 2023

S14: The Battle for Dunwell

Returning to the Deathwarden camp, we found a scene of devastation. Nearly all the Deathwardens were dead, with Captain Wahn barely clinging to life. Eira and her daughter, hidden in a tree hollow, revealed a harrowing tale: the monstrous creature that had ravaged the camp was none other than a transformed Falvus Verus, who had abducted the young Eifer girl they had rescued. It turned out it was the Eifer girl who had snuck into Vass' tent and stolen the Nergalesh, then snuck into Falvus' tent to deliver the creature, into his ear.   Amidst the ruin and loss, Isadora was missing, and Leona was discovered, brutally decapitated. We, weary and burdened with new revelations, face the daunting task of piecing together our next move.



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19th Nov 2023

Session 13: Reyes

You awake him and face the storm. Be Prepared.



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12th Nov 2023

Session 12: A Rebellion of Ash and Iron

Ash Escaped the government HQ but not without the death of their friend Gaius. It is now the evening of the 27 of Embermonth, the rebellion is set on the 29th at Noon. His allies some half hour walk away at the Death Wardens Camp.



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5th Nov 2023

Session 11: Viva La Revolution

As dawn's light begins to filter through the streets of Dunwell, the party is dispersed, each group intent on their respective tasks. Having just delivered a letter to Falvus Verus's housekeeper while cleverly disguised as a messenger boy, Lavinia regroups with Ash outside the residence, the two of them keeping a watchful eye for any movement. A short distance away, within the hallowed walls of the chapel, Gaius and Marcus find themselves deep in conversation with the priest, pressing him for answers. Meanwhile, below the chapel's floor, Vass and Allesandra navigate the eerie silence of the mausoleum, below the chapel.



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4th Nov 2023

Session 10: Garrison Escape

In the encampment of The Deathwarden Brotherhood, a poignant reunion took place as Eira Gunnarsdottir was reunited with her daughter, a moment of tenderness amidst brewing chaos. Here, Warden Lucian Argentius unveiled his findings about the Codex of Corruption, identifying it as a sinister artifact linked to The Abyssal Shadow, a clandestine cult. He warned of the need for caution, especially with the return of Morgana Delphine, an associate of Valvus and the Governor, and the presence of three mysterious strangers guarding the mansion.   The party's next move led them to the Midnight Orchid. A dangerous confrontation ensued, during which Vass narrowly escaped death. However, with Marcus's aid, they managed to capture Isadora, who shockingly revealed her true nature as a vampire. With Leona Eisenhart accompanying them, they transported the captured vampire to the Deathwarden camp, where Lucian secured her within a protective ward.   Simultaneously, Ash, Lavinia, and Allesandra ventured to the Sable, meeting with William Milligan. Recognizing the need for a morale boost, they convinced William to instigate a riot near the docks that evening, aiming to divert the garrison's attention. Ash took it upon himself to discreetly tail Lieutenant Oglund during his patrols, gathering crucial intelligence.   As night blanketed Dunwell, the party launched their assault on the unsuspecting garrison. While Allesandra, Marcus, and Lavinia heroically rescued Wahn and the Lead Man at Arms from the sinking ship, The Wind's Blessing, Vass, Ash, and Gaius embarked on a covert mission. They assassinated Lieutenant Oglund in his chambers, though not without causing a commotion that alerted the garrison.   The session drew to a close with the assassination group stealthily exiting the barracks' second floor and the rescue group emerging from the mess hall onto the catwalk. Both groups found themselves confronted by more guards, in the courtyard with a battle to escape with your freed allies.


22nd Oct 2023

Session 9: The Abyssal Shadow


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15th Oct 2023

S8: Of Blazes and Butchery

In the shadowed depths of the Aelesian ruins, our heroes stand at the precipice of discovery and danger. As they delve deeper into the ancient corridors, what secrets will they unearth? And as they seek a path back to the world above, what awaits them in the streets of Dunwell? Every choice, every step, draws them further into a web of intrigue and power. Join us next time, as destinies intertwine and the legacy of the past challenges the hope of the future. The adventure is far from over, and the next chapter promises to be the most thrilling yet.



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1st Oct 2023

S7: What Lies Beneath

Beneath the town of Dunwell, in the chilling darkness of the dried-up well, the heroes uncover a secret. As they delve deeper into the mystery, they'll find that the past is not easily forgotten, and some legends refuse to die.



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27th Sep 2023

S6: Dunwell Developments

In the mystic town of Dunwell, Ash and Lavinia's trade mission took a diabolical twist. Alongside Marcus, Vass, and Allesandra, they unearthed a sinister influence from Hell itself. While bridging relations with the north's tribes and delving into the politics of the Eifer, trust grew amongst the group. But Dunwell's secrets were far from over.   Conversations revealed haunting truths: An orphan's demise, a devil's manipulations, and cosmic revelations that hinted at the vast expanse of Alderland's knowledge. As Vas seeks clarity from his guardians, Lavinia's intentions move political gears. Enter Gaius, the noble garrison soldier, whose path intertwines with a deepening mystery of missing children and a town blacksmith's involvement.   But beneath the church's shadow, a profound revelation awaits. The local Warden is more than he appears, aligning with a clandestine brotherhood and hinting at dark ruins beneath Dunwell. As the session unfolds, an impending solar eclipse looms, suggesting that Hell itself might soon touch the material realm. The clock ticks, and the heroes find themselves in a race against celestial time.



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13th Sep 2023

Back in Dunwell


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27th Aug 2023

The Eldreth Part 2


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30th Jul 2023

The Eldreth


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2nd Jul 2023

World's Apart Fall Into Dunwell

As the sun dips below the horizon, a foreboding darkness blankets the land, shrouding it in an eerie stillness. In the heart of a backwater land, your paths converge, drawn together by fate. The air crackles with an unknown energy, sending shivers down your spine. The whispers of ancient secrets linger in the wind, urging you forward into the unknown. As you cautiously navigate the labyrinthine paths, a sense of trepidation intertwines with curiosity. You are about to face a series of harrowing trials, where shadows hold dark secrets and the line between reality and nightmares blurs. Brace yourselves, for the meeting of destinies is at hand, and the true test of your strength, resolve, and unity awaits.



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Journals
In a world shrouded in darkness, where ancient powers clash and shadows linger, a grimdark campaign unfolds. Set in a realm plagued by horrors and steeped in philosophical mysteries, this campaign delves into the depths of darkness and explores the fragile nature of existence. As the players navigate through treacherous landscapes, they encounter nightmarish creatures, unravel twisted conspiracies, and confront their own inner demons. With each step, they face harrowing challenges that test their morality, forcing them to make difficult choices that shape their destinies. Blending elements of horror, dark fantasy, and profound introspection, this campaign offers a thrilling and thought-provoking journey into the depths of the human psyche.

This story is told by

The Protagonists

Vassalis

Neutral Good Human (using most Elf-Drow stats) (Noble)
Sorcerer 5
23 / 23 HP
STR
10
DEX
13
CON
15
INT
10
WIS
10
CHA
16

Ash

Chaotic Neutral Human (Pirate)
Rogue 5
42 / 42 HP
STR
12
DEX
18
CON
16
INT
8
WIS
10
CHA
14

Marcellus Valerius

Human (Aetern)
Barbarian 1
Fighter 4
60 / 60 HP
STR
16
DEX
16
CON
18
INT
8
WIS
8
CHA
8

Lyra Silverwald

()
Claric 5
40 / 40 HP
STR
6
DEX
12
CON
16
INT
9
WIS
20
CHA
8

Lavinia Pontius

Human (Aetern)
Bard 5
47 / 47 HP
STR
8
DEX
10
CON
14
INT
12
WIS
13
CHA
20