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On the eve of Kyrhorn 26th, the Commander of the Bridgefort garrison gathered the various creatures under his command. He was uncharacteristically without his distinctive crested helmet, right hand clad in a dark gauntlet that rested on the pommel of his sword that was point down on the stone floor.

''Your employer, Amos, has fallen prisoner of men and women who would see you as nothing more than fodder to be cut down. They'll not tolerate your presence here, not now, not ever, you will be hunted and killed for what you are. Leave your post, return to Soubar, your contract is null and void, take what you can from the Fort and move it, tear it apart, loot to your heart's content!''

The last command is almost shouted, leaving the monstrous mercenaries to do what they wished. The Horrors posted at the Fort were dismissed, commanded to return back to Soubar. The Fort may have been left in a sorry state, with a large cock crudely painted on the tower. How, and who managed to reach there to paint it there was left unclear in the confusion.


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The Grand Knight of the Order of the Radiant Heart, along with Captain Vanira, Alyssia Leonhart, and Amos Thistle are seen leaving the Order of the Radiant Heart Keep, along with an escort of Radiant Heart guards. The company travelled via horseback along the River Chionthar, to Radiant Crossing. Making north east, they arrive at the Ex-Blackrose Fort. They are later joined by Lord Osric Vale, who while still sceptical of the whole ordeal, agrees to help Aaron with reviews of the financial books, along with Alyssia.

A full review is called of the forces at the Fort. The mercenaries hired by Amos while distraught over the loss of his children are immediately dismissed from service By Lord Lyonaler. Having already been paid in advance, they seemed happy to simply leave. The remaining soldiers of the Fort are given choices, most remaining in service. All banners of any evil organisation or church are taken down and destroyed. The declaration that they are now at war with the Zhentarim is made. The same declarations and actions are made for those stationed at the Bridge Fort outside of Soubar.

Once the soldiers are addressed, and those remaining in service are released back to guard duties, the talk moves to the Fort's trade. Certain elements are discussed and some cut off. Any soldiers or trade that has a hint of impropriety are gutted. Aaron, Vanira, and the Radiant Heart guard remain at the Fort for the night to help oversee and discuss the changes occurring there. Old banners are removed and a fire is lit to burn them. The now Ex-Blackrose will even have a new name soon.

The Orderly changes to the Fort and Bridge Fort have begun.


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A mithral-plated man with a giant sword and a smaller masked woman in dark garb could be seen emerging from an unoccupied tent in Soubar. Presumably having teleported them there, the woman cast a considerable amount of wards before venturing south.

Later that day, the armored figure would be seen carrying the woman back into the tent for healing. Both of them were covered in an alarming quantity of blood, and when she was later helped into the local inn, onlookers could see a wide, bloody gash across her back.

After escorting her upstairs to rest in one of the inn's towers, the armored man could eventually be seen heading back out of the village.
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(While the conversation still happened, it didn't escalate into a fight in the middle of Soubar.)
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The uneasy peace of the Soubar market was disturbed this morning by a series of strange events, culminating in a magical skirmish, with two drow women and a pale human warlock - answering to "Ilhara", "Mitheera", and "Shay", respectively - exchanging spells with an elusive halfling mage dressed in black, and referred to as one or both of the titles "Blood Matron" and "Blood Weaver" by the warlock.

Accounts of the conflict may vary, and interpretations thereof even more so. Those willing to be charitable to the drow would probably note that the halfling cast the first spell (and the most destructive follow-ups, such as a couple of acid storms), and may even concede - however grudgingly - that the drow and their friend made attempts (clumsy though they were) to defuse the conflict through what could only be described as a deeply confused blend of bribery, intimidation and diplomacy. Regardless, after the halfling collapsed, her opponents only lingered long enough to cast a healing spell and stabilize her, before hurriedly teleporting out to parts unknown.

Some other points of interest that might have been noticed by some of the witnesses:
  • Before she spotted Mitheera and started talking to her, Ilhara appears to have intended to check whether there had been any interest in her wares. She would easily be identified as the "masked figure" that was selling a powerful sling and some other items.
  • Ilhara and Mitheera seem to have been close enough that the latter nearly tackled the former in an enthusiastic hug upon recognizing her.
  • Ilhara alleged Mitheera had joined Bregan D'aerthe, provoking a fervent denial of her claims. The young sorceress did not seem to press the matter any further after the initial denial.
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The Master of the Abbey is seen this morning nailing a announcement to the public bulletin board in Soubar reading:

"Mercenaries, Ebon Blade, displaced Blackrose Militia. Soubar has been marginalized and cut off, it's populations are facing genocide and home being raised to the ground by the forces of hypocrisy lead by the despised Radiant Heart and their allied flunkies. The Southern pretenders have gone too far already with negligence in patrols and incompetence in occupying the Bridgefort and will not be tolerated to infect their failings any further. If you do not wish to have your pillaged belongings going to support the Radiant Heart after you have been tossed into a mass grave join the Soubar Militia. We will be offering bonus pay for experience, and quarterly stipends and land for those who are more career minded in their approach."
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Even by Soubar's standards, last night may have been remarkably interesting at the market. Initially accompanied by a towering, haphazardly armored giant of a mountain orc, a pair of unmasked drowbloods could have been seen entering the village from Boareskyr. For the rest of the day, they would seem to be a potent attractor of attention, either participating in or even being the focus of numerous conversations with orcs, humans, elves, halflings, and other visiting adventurers before finally retiring to the inn.

The male, a pureblooded drow conjurer garbed exclusively in red robes, was clear and upfront about his purpose, making numerous inquiries about surface nobility: Apparently he had come across a magically warded book during his travels, and now required the help of a fellow scholar in unlocking its mysteries. He seemed deeply interested in the matter, going as far as to endure the rising sun to continue his conversations, and offering to share his findings with whomever was finally able to unlock the dusty old tome. It does not seem he will be returning to his homeland until his studies are completed.

The female by his side, however, was more confusing. A well-armed, badly scarred girl clad in orange leafweave and a flexible wood-like breastplate, she might almost have seemed drow to the untrained eye, yet her own eyes, only subtly pointed ears, and stockier build hinted at a human heritage. Although comforted and overjoyed at what little healthy surface nature had been found on her journey so far, she seemed terrified of the humans and elves she encountered, only calming down at the sight of orcs, hobgoblins, and other monsters that might normally have been loathed in more civilized lands.

Her speech and mannerisms seemed replete with contradictions: Friendly and almost childishly naive, yet anxious and hardened by battle and torment alike; allegedly human-raised, yet by her own admission more at home in Sshamath than any surface settlement; almost resentful of drow as she told her story, yet more comforted by their presence than that of the humans her actions and accent most naturally emulated. It is no surprise, then, that her motives remain just as obscure, with a variety of different stories circulating through the village by the time she went to bed:
  • Looking for a way home, supposedly to an unspecified village in the Dalelands
  • Looking for a way back to Sshamath
  • Trying to find out if her mother is still alive
  • Simply enjoying a visit to the surface
Regardless, the half-drow huntress is unlikely to return to the Underdark any faster than the mage she accompanies...
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Within Soubar, the Winding Way tavern, a topic of discussion on the prevalence of Cyricists and the effect of them strongarming local business' is making rounds, among the rounds of ale drunk today.
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After about half a month loitering around Soubar, the half-drow and her mage friend could be seen teleporting away, presumably back whence they came.
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The residents of Soubar are surprised to see none other than a retinue made of several Thayan Knights, apprentices, and three Red Wizard envoys with several full wagons in tow. Lagging a bit behind, even, two Ruby War Golems for extra protection against the dangers of the road.

The Thayans and their guard it seems have brought provisions for the people for Soubar. A benefactor had reached out and the Thayans have responded in full manner. Food, water, supplies are handed out to the commonfolk. A surprising savior in their time of need. Several of the Red Wizards also seem to be inspecting and taking samples of the nearby river flow and the water before eventually turning their small group back to travel toward Baldurs Gate, having left the provisions behind, they vowed to return again once more have been raised, and perhaps next time, they will think of leaving some of their folk behind to help stabilize the issue of banditry and disruption to commerce. A promise made, is a promise kept, it was said. The Thayans have taken a commercial interest.

It seems a few of the knights also took interest, asking around about the former mercenaries hired by the Blackrose that were now out of work. "The Red Sparrows" it was said, is a mercenary company looking for good men and women.
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Within the veil of the night, torches are raised high in the air as a duel lineup of acolytes baring the symbol of Myrkul upon their cloaks marched in tandem with the small pitter-patter of a small halfling who took up stride in the middle of their footwork display. The tiny halfling adorned in a gown of skulls, a crown of pure bone, and a necklace of a magically infused gemstone cluster would take up the center of the march leading the group seen outside the Soubar gates from the north. Banners are held high in the sky showcasing a symbol of an -Overwatching Eye Upon a Praying Man-. The group would appear at the entrance of the northern gate of Soubar marching quietly along the inner roads until they reached the doorway of the Ebon Blade Keep. Very soon after, the doorway would be held open for the halfling within their ranks as she steps inside along with her followers. It was not very long after the group had entered the Ebon Blade keep that a banner of the -Overwatching Eye- would be placed on the highest tower of the keep allowing the winds to touch upon it and showcase its symbol to the rest of the town.

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Two long parchments lie unrolled towards the grass hung on either side of the entrance.
Let it be known upon this day that the withering hand of the High Priestess Batibat Kok-Lir Kasdeya and followers of the dogma of the All-Seeing Eye has taken upon Soubar in accordance with the recent events set upon Soubar and its citizens. The Ebon Blade keep shall now act as a reminder of the old faiths and a reminder that faith is the one true protectorate of Soubar as it has been for many years under the vision of the gods of the Black Abbey, The prideful hunters of Malar, and thee indoctrinate of the founders of the Northern Barony. Upon this time the All-Seeing Eyes shall be devoted to the protection of Soubar, its lands, its people, and most importantly its faith. In time shall we cleanse these fearful hearts and restore your trust in the old faith and its protection of Soubarian walls. See what we see, for through our eyes your lives hold meaning.
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In the middle of the night a jet black stallion rides into the sleepy little hamlet with a large heavily armored cloaked rider. The rider dismounts infront of the imposing fortress of the Ebon Blade Mercenaries making their way inward. The following morning Soubar is greeted with three blasts of the trumpet and the Mercenaries preforming perimeter checks and readyness drills. Among then would be the previous nights rider adorned in his black with gold armor leading his men in combat drills.

Greil Nightgale has returned to the sword coast.
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A pale man, rather pretty in the face but carrying a very nervous disposition, visits each inhabitant in Soubar - be they in a tent or in one of the few buildings and bungalows within the dank town's walls. A few might recognize this man as Ruby, an enigmatic, if subservient mage; one who has made himself available for several northern hunting expeditions.

To each, he offers two gold pieces with the promise of more after he obtains the information he needs.

"N-name. I-inhabitants of your home. O-occupations of yourself and inhabitants." He stammers out the words, steeling himself with each reply. When each inhabitants gives an answer, he bestows three more gold pieces upon each of them.

He notes the replies, as well as descriptions of each inhabitant in a little note-book.

If he is questioned, he would nervously state his business on behalf of the Emelia, the new Magistrate of Soubar.

He continues along his way, methodically going to each Soubar 'household' and gathering the information - before depositing his notes with the Black Abbey.
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The merchant known to the locals as Kali, has been seen over the past tenday within the walls of Soubar, having given away a sum of money during the recent and impromptu arena bout that garnered quite the crowd within the small village. The next day she went about speaking to each merchant within Soubar village explaining to them the benefits of joining together to create a merchant's consortium. She would go on to say to each merchant "We cannot wait for an outside power to come and solve the problems that the village is facing, from security to food, or housing these things can be solved and for the benefit of each person within the walls of Soubar. It is possible for everyone to do these things and create an independent place for all of us misfits to prosper together."

Once that was complete she would make sure to make herself known to the newcomers that have just arrived in Soubar as well as offering jobs to the children and unemployed of Soubar with simple and minor tasks such as keeping the village clean.
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Within the morning hours the shadowed silhouette of a halfling would cast a tiny shadow over the grounds near the Ebon Balde keep. A-top the keep’s highest tower the halfling would give off an imposing stance. Her gaze locked in the western direction towards the challenge that lies ahead.
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