Session 20230622 Cloud Over Winter's Moon

General Summary

Bertrum's Journal

Of Twisted Memories and the Regent's Designs In the realm of recollections, where the tapestry of the mind weaves its intricate patterns, I delved into the memories of "Cloud Over Winter's Moon," the lady who claimed Illalim's leadership. With each fragment scrutinised, a revelation unfolded—the memories of her toil in the tannery were authentic, while those of other towns had been surreptitiously implanted. Like a garden plagued by invasive tendrils, these false recollections had taken root during the Regent's visit, their insidious growth spanning weeks, confined to matters of town governance and the noble pursuit of reconstruction. Curiosity, ever the impetus for discovery, kindled our desire to unravel the Regent's intentions. Thus, the time had come to engage him in discourse. His path, leading to the doorstep of Blank Ford, where enchantments would be woven to annex the town, compelled me to dispatch Spring's First Kill to summon Blood on the Snow from Gavirat. With the magical vessel poised to bear us upon its ethereal waves, the stage was set for our rendezvous with destiny. In the interlude, while we awaited our gathering, inspiration seized me, and I resolved to craft a gift befitting Lyris's virtuosity. A musical instrument, an opus of ingenuity, was conceived in my mind's eye—a marvel to rival the heavens. Steel strings, taut and resonant, embraced a body of ivory hewn from the noble tusk of an elephant. Thus, the "Elephorn" emerged, a masterpiece forged of artistry and enchantment. As Lyris's nimble fingers danced across its strings, melodies spilled forth, captivating the hearts of those fortunate enough to listen.
Within the embrace of the local inn, we revelled in Lyris's enchanting performance, the sweet strains of the Elephorn caressing the air. A symphony of laughter and camaraderie intertwined, knitting together the bonds forged with our newfound companions—Ziggy, Zipf, and the enigmatic Mufasa. Amidst the mirth, time's swift current carried us closer to the arrival of Blood on the Snow, heralded by the dawn's gentle touch. Disguised, like a chameleon within nature's tapestry, Blood on the Snow emerged on the morrow. Brief discourse ensued, plans unfurled, and upon the vessel of magic, helmed by the capable Itoco Blood Spitter, we embarked, setting sail for Blank Ford—a destination cloaked in whispers of unrest and uncertainty. The journey upon the mystical currents bore no storms or tempests, tranquility our companion amid uneventful passages. Yet, as the ship neared Blank Ford's shores, an unsettling air enshrouded us, palpable and tinged with foreboding. The signs of recent strife etched upon the town's visage, like scars upon the face of innocence, lent credence to our unease. Something, beyond the realm of perception, resonated—a dissonance that challenged the harmony we sought.
With cautious steps, we disembarked upon the cobbled streets, vigilant eyes scanning for truths obscured. The time had come to confront the shadows that danced upon the stage of Blank Ford, to decipher the Regent's machinations, and to inscribe our own indelible mark upon the pages of this unfolding saga. What secrets lie concealed within the heart of the town? What spectres await their fateful unveiling? Answers, elusive yet within our grasp, lingered in the ethereal veil, awaiting their moment of revelation.

Report Date

22 Jun 2023

Secondary Location

Ardeleth

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