01 - Arrival at the Isle
General Summary
The first ship to find the Isle of Veils is the Moonflower, helmed by Captain Snapdragon and his loyal crew. He tells Gem'ini, the eladrin passenger, that the mists surrounding the Isle are simply to deter the weak of heart - those confident in their skill continue straight ahead, braving the veil and rough waters. As expected, the oceans lurch and churn, but the captain is prepared, instructing his crew to take their positions. Gem'ini attempts to help secure the supply barrels but accidentally pushes two days' worth of supplies over the side. Dhumkk'd, a bugbear hire picked up at the Shallows, skillfully handles the loose masts and assists the ship to shore without a casualty. The Moonflower lowers the anchor and tells Gem she can go ahead and do her business, so long as she keeps up her end of the bargain. Dhumkk'd is instructed to accompany her and keep her safe, as Snapdragon doesn't want to spare one of his own crewmates. The pirates prepare to loot the shores and nearby forests as Gem and Dhumkk'd proceed into the treeline.
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Another ship within the mists is being tossed around by the violent waves, thunderous storms, and a vicious whirlpool. The captain barely manages to keep the ship on the straight path, as dictated by the arcane compass globe provided by the upper courts. Kalani, the Hopeful wishing to arrive on the Isle watches as the crewmates are thrown every which way. The ship careens towards a ridge of sharp rocks, capable of piercing the hull of the vessel. Kalani assists the captain in navigating away from the whirlpool, but unfortunately with Marlowe the deckhand's un-assistance, they slam into the sharp rocks, with everyone on board plummeting into the swirling depths.
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Meanwhile, in peaceful, relaxing waters only two hundred feet away from devastating storm clouds, a singular warforged floats along, following a map gifted to him in a ruddy rowboat. He calmly arrives at shore, spotting an individual washed up on the sands. The warforged lifts Kalani to his feet and introduces himself and Mender. The pair journey into the forests, realizing they search for the same thing.
Kalani and Mender arrive before a Giant Boar that impedes their path. After confronting it, Gem and Dhumkk'd also arrive on the scene to help. The party tactically disable the hog and bring it down just as a storm begins to kick up. Gem spots a lightly glowing rabbit in the bushes just ahead, sparkling with a starry light. It dashes out of sight, and Gem chooses not to pursue.
Dhumkk'd locates a cave within the mountain walls, and the party seek shelter. Upon finding two wolves residing within, Dhumkk'd leads combat and disposes of them. As the party rest up and wait for the storm to pass, the rabbit is seen once more at the cavern opening. When Gem goes to check, a crystalline pendant is left behind on the ground, glittering a soft twinkle.
Rewards Granted
Crystalline Pendant (Gem'ini)
Missions/Quests Completed
- Arrive on the Isle of Veils (Steps of the Hopeful 1/3)
Character(s) interacted with
New Characters: Gem'ini, Kalani, Mender, Dhumkk'd, Captain Snapdragon, Marlowe, Sanctums ship captain
Encounters:
- Party vs. Giant Boar
- Party vs. Wolf (x2)
Report Date
01 Nov 2020
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