Baldur's Gate : The Sword Coast Chronicles : NWN2 Persistent World

Posted: **Sun Oct 08, 2023 1:27 pm**

*The below flyer bears Candlekeep's symbols and is posted in the main settlements of the Western Heartlands*

Coastal Chronicles - Eleint 1359 DR Year of the Serpent

Amn: Flyer inciting rebellion against the "Amnian oppressor" signed with the alias Echo, appear in various corner of the Western Heartlands. Opposite opinions however are soon heard from a representative of the Church of Waukeen. [Player Led] and [Player Led]

Amn: New flyers of protest appear, this time signed by DED and "The Collaborator". [Player Led] and [Player Led]

Cloudpeaks: Despite the defeat at the hands of the amnian forces, it is rumored that the destroyed shrine is still being taken care of. [Player Led]

Tradeway South of Baldur's Gate: Several attack perpetrated by groups of orcs from the Woods of Sharpteeth take place at the expenses of trade wagons. The orcs are allegedly after an artifact named "The Eye" [DM Spartacus]

Sea of Swords: The sea traded Dolphin docks escorted by a ship of the anti pirate fleet in bad shape. The Doplhin was allegedly attacked by a pirate ship from Roaringshore. [DM Spartacus]

3rd Eleint, Baldur's Gate - The Selunite Maevyn Arkalis is arrested and detained at the Flaming Fist's garrison. [DM Unknown]

3rd Eleint, Soubar - An Hobgoblin attempts to steal the riches from the Malar's Tournament, but is suddenly and brutally stopped by a surge of eldricth magic from a nearby adventurer. [DM Unknown]

4th Eleint, North of Baldur's Gate - A wizard is attacked through what appears to be blood magic. The wizard survives after the intervention of her companions but does not recall the events. [Player Led]

Baldur's Gate: The trial of Maevyn Arkalis vs. Lord Denton takes place. Maevyn Arkalis is acquitted of all charges. Flaming Fist's garrison. [DM Unknown]

9th Eleint, North of Baldur's Gate - A camp of bandits killed through what appears to be blood magic. The identity of the perpetrator is still unknown. [Player Led]

10th Eleint, Friendly Arm Inn - The Lucky Star Raffle, organized by Lucky Artist Wares and Seven Stars S. a. S. takes place at the Friendly Arm Inn. [Player Led]

10th Eleint, Beregost - The goblins attack the settlement. Despite the efforts of the defenders, the bridge that leads to the village is destroyed. [DM Soulcatcher]

Beregost: The Church of the Morninglord starts its effort to rebuild the recently destroyed bridge. [Player Led]

Soubar: Two people are attacked in Soubar by what is described in rumors as a "shadow creature with rainbow gaze". One of them, a man named Rynn allegedly involved in the Amnian protests, is killed in the attack. [Unknown]

11th Eleint, Triel - House Marshall sends aid to Beregost in the aftermath of the attack, [Player Led]

12th Eleint, North of Baldur's Gate - A group of adventurers is killed through what appears to be blood magic. The identity of the perpetrator is still unknown. [Player Led]

13th Eleint, Nashkel - An obsidian stone with "[PROFANITY REDACTED] AMN" carved on it and the head of a werewolf are left near the house of the mayor. It is rumored that along the two items, the perpetrator started a fire fueled by the essence of Hell. [Player Led]

15th Eleint, Baldur's Gate - The alleged murder responsible of the death of selunite faithful is killed by the Flaming Fist in his house near the Wide. [DM Soulcatcher]

16th Eleint, Boareskyr Bridge - A group of triadic paladins interrupt a Cyricist celebration for the anniversary of Bhaal's death. After a cultist willingly sacrifices itself, an avatar of Cyric is summoned. The paladins face the avatar and are brutally killed in the process, while the officiant of the ceremony is declared Cyric's High Priest in the region. According to the rumors, some of those present express the intention of defiling the bodies of the fallen paladins, but through the divine intervention of a celestial hebdoman the fallen in the line of duty are spirited away and raised, but not before the Dreadlady, present at the celebration, took a sample of blood from the paladins for unknown purposes. [Player Led, Unknown DM] ((OOC: the source of this entry are both the post linked and word of mouth in game))

Western Heartlands: The temporary camp of the orcs that were raiding the Trade Way is destroyed by a group of adventurers, who defeated their Seer. [DM Spartacus]

South of Candlekeep: A researcher by the name of Corwell is reported missing after visiting Candlekeep. He was last seen south of the Library-fortress. [DM Spartacus]

20th Eleint, near the Friendly Arm - A priest of Helm is killed through what appears to be blood magic. The identity of the perpetrator is still unknown. [Player Led]

25th Eleint, Beregost - A memorial for the fallen in the battle against the goblins takes place in Beregost. [Player Led]

28th Eleint, Soubar - Rumor circulate about the mysterious disappearance of sick and poor people from the streets. Worthy of note is the involvement of a figure in black armor, whose eyes are described as "gleaming with an eerie, otherworldly light". [DM Blight]

Author's note: if anything is incorrect or missing, do not hesitate to contact me.

In faith,
Guide Edelgarde Spades

((OOC Disclaimer: If you would like something added in future works feel free to send me a PM or poke me on discord. In order for me to avoid involuntarily metagaming I kindly ask that the request is delivered as follows:

- Either IC (missive or in game if you prefer)
- Or OOC with a link to the relevant rumor post in the forum

In order to facilitate follow ups from new or returning players, I have added the name of the DM involved or the tag player led for each rumor. The original post is also linked. Please let me know if any of those is incorrect.

Thank you for making the game alive with your stories))

Posted: **Sat Oct 14, 2023 10:27 am**

When mists came upon Hope's Landing, Ryke Lighthouse offered his prayers to Valkur, asking his divine fella to protect the passing ships and to disperse the mists. It be rumored that an umberlant cleric tried to commit a prayer to Umberlee at the same time, but she was driven away by the disapproving gathering ...

Posted: **Thu Oct 19, 2023 8:20 pm**

The mists south of Candlekeep seem to have attracted new dangers. Wildlife is found ripped apart, some partially eaten, others just...discarded.
There are hints of something large and menacing making its home in the mists.

After hours of hunting, the creature can be seen dragging the carcasses of numerous badgers back to a cave just off the sea. Haphazardly woven into its fur are some sort of flower, seen growing throughout the mist.

Posted: **Mon Oct 23, 2023 10:47 am**

A Sun Elf some will recognize as Lylan'Synor, would stay on the beach for close to 3 days and nights, following a meeting she and others had with the fabled Mist Dragon.

On the First day, suffused with a Light Spell making her shine with a bright white light the Elf stood vigil at the edge of Hope's Landing. Among the mists and the storms, she called over and over again for the Dragon to arrive. Curious onlookers were notified that she stood for the ships that needed the lighthouse from crashing along the jagged rocks separating the sea from the coastline. Its light is swallowed by the strange dense mists that persist in the area.
The Elf called towards the waves and dived to call under them- for a full day and night. Until her voice was gone.
Unable to speak, she persisted in dancing. Graceful ballet communicates the storms around her for hours, a vision surrounded by light and mists.
Persisting until she collapsed, and taken to the Warrior's Rest.

On the second day, she lined the coast with dozens of orbs of bright white light, spelling out the words "This Way". For the chance that ships might spot so much magical light.

It was dawning when it seemed like someone saw it. A small cadre of pirates in rowboats sped to the coast in their flight from pursuers in the Mists.
With the help of a brave woman named Camila who snuck past and warned their friends to arrive, Lylan and the heroes arriving at the scene, held the coastline against a Devilish wave of enemies.

After the battle was over, and won survivors secured, fallen buried and the coast was clear, the sun Elf and the rest of the Bladestone Foundation and their allies went back to the Warrior's Rest for free drinks courtesy of Headmaster Derik.

At night, and following to the Third day; Lylan will return and instead, light those dozens of light spells into a ten-foot square by the Lighthouse, watchful and hopeful, that so much concentrated light can be seen through the mists, to help guide the ships through the dangerous rocky and stormy seas.

Posted: **Wed Nov 01, 2023 5:43 pm**

*The below flyer bears Candlekeep's symbols and is posted in the main settlements of the Western Heartlands*

Coastal Chronicles - Marpenoth 1359 DR Year of the Serpent

Hope's Landing - In the wake of the mysterious mist that blanketed the area, unknown plants dubbed fogblooms quickly grow in the area. In the meantime, the Bladestone's foundation places concentrated light spells in the area to help the ships navigate. [DM Glittergold] and [Player Led]

Amn - More scrolls with messages from Amnian dissidents are distributed across the Heartlands. This causes the mage hunters to increase their activities and exacerbate punishments towards those who are judged guilty. In the meantime, Mayor Ghastkill's position as mediator between Nashkel's people and Amn's overlords seems to grow more tenuous by the day. Despite this, no reinforcements are sent to the mage hunters. DM Mimic] and [Player Led]

North of the Sword Coast - The Crimson Watch defeats a Shapeshifter capable of conjuring a construct. An enchanted stone, allegedly capable of achieving this, is recovered from the body. According to Chrom Whitmore of the Crimson Watch, they are currently looking for the activation word in order to study the construct in case more arrive in the future. [DM Mimic]

3rd Marpenoth, Soubar - Skeletal figures commanded by two individuals are seen unloading crates and building materials at the Black Abbey. Shortly after sounds of construction are heard. [Player Led] and [Player Led]

9th Marpenoth, Baldur's Gate - Before the Church of Tyr can start an investigation on Lord Denton, his manor is set on fire. The lord is nowhere to be found and in his absence all his assets fall into the custody of one Emilia Denton, a bastard daughter to the aged lord who was only recently legitimized as his heir. [DM Mimic]

12th Marpenoth, Friendly Arm Inn - A game of chance takes place. Among the prizes are an abyssal stone and a sealed scroll. [DM Glittergold]

13th Marpenoth, Beach South of Candlekeep - A priest of Valkur attempts a blessing to protect the passing ships from the dangers of the mist. An umberlite priestess attempts the same, but her attempt is not appreciated by those present. [Player Led]

19th Marpenoth, East of Wyrm's Crossing - A large fire, likely caused by magic, devastates the local forest. Adventurers and local organization lend their efforts to tame the flames. According to a witness, the fire was started by unknown tieflings. DM Glittergold]

19th Marpenoth, Beach South of Candlekeep - Likely taking advantage of the mist, an unknown creature starts hunting wildlife in the area. [Player Led]

21st Marpenoth, South of Nashkel - The bodies of three brutally murdered mage hunters are found along the path. Copies of the scroll distributes by the dissidents are found on the bodies. The dissidents however deny responsibility and accuse the Aurilites. [Player Led] and [Player Led]

22nd Marpenoth, Beach South of Candlekeep - Attracted by the lights on the beach, a group of pirates pursued by monsters lands. Their pursuers are defeated by a group of adventurers. [Unknown]

22nd Marpenoth, Soubar - Zerros, the leader of the Crimson Watch goes missing during a mission to find the abducted town members. Of the group that accompanied him only a man with his face covered and Nalissa Colds come back, albeit seriously wounded. [DM Blight]

25th Marpenoth, Soubar - The leader of the Crimson Watch, Zerros, is seen coming out of a portal severely injured and accompanied by two women. DM Blight]

25th Marpenoth, Friendly Arm Inn - A known dwarven "bard" barricates himself on the rooftop of the Inn while inhebriated and loudly sings before falling from the rooftop. It is rumored he survives unscathed. [Player Led]

26th Marpenoth, Soubar - After the Crimson Watch returns from the attempt to save one of their own and the people abducted, people start questioning their effectiveness. [DM Blight]

28th Marpenoth, Warrior's Rest - The Harvest Revelry takes place, hosted by the Bladestone Foundation. [Player Led]

Author's note: if anything is incorrect or missing, do not hesitate to contact me.

In faith,
Guide Edelgarde Spades

((OOC Disclaimer: If you would like something added in future works feel free to send me a PM or poke me on discord. In order for me to avoid involuntarily metagaming I kindly ask that the request is delivered as follows:

- Either IC (missive or in game if you prefer)
- Or OOC with a link to the relevant rumor post in the forum

In order to facilitate follow ups from new or returning players, I have added the name of the DM involved or the tag player led for each rumor. The original post is also linked. Please let me know if any of those is incorrect.

Thank you for making the game alive with your stories))

Posted: **Sat Nov 04, 2023 1:38 pm**

Word begins to spread through the leaves and plants, and then passed along by word of mouth. The Green Enclave will be holding their feast of the Winter Solstice in less than two moons. No one yet knows the location, and the time seems uncertain as well. But one thing for sure, it's going to happen.

((The Green Enclave will be hosting a Winter Solstice feast near the RL Winter Solstice. The date is tentatively set for 23 December, 2023; but we realize that might not work out for many people. We are gathering ideas for what might be a better time to host it. Also, the place it will be held is not yet decided. We wanted to get word out asap so that people were aware of it.))

Posted: **Mon Nov 06, 2023 5:18 pm**

Another volume of series of Cyricist pamphlets called "The Dysangelion" started to appear here and there in the West

The Dysangelion

Volume III

The Dark Destiny

From mortal man, a divine was made. But not a mere god like ones that preceded him. No, for He is so much more. Already four crowns lay in his possession, two of them claimed by His own blade, other two by His Dark Will. Will that enabled him to claim the essence of the slain. But it is merely the beginning. Our New Lord of Murder will not stop there. His heart and hand is craving for next kill, lying in wait for the next victim. And He shall not falter. Which deity will be next to fall by his hand? It is yet not revealed. But the bodies of fallen gods will pile up under his feet, until only He remains, the One and Only, Dark Sun bathing all of the land and sea with His unholy radiance. It is inevitable. It has been written aeons ago to be fulfilled when the time will come, and the time comes now. This is the One True Way.

The Black Dawn is Nigh

Mortals die. Gods die. The world is a place of constant change, fueled by the unquenchable flames of Chaos. And the very pace of the change is chaotic, as well. There are decades when nothing happens. And then, there are weeks when decades do happen. We live in times when the latter is closer to the truth. Whether that is a blessing or a curse depends only on one thing – on one’s ability and will to clench the opportunity and ride the dark winds of strife in struggle for power. In these times of upheaval, the chaff will be separated from the grain. The deserving elevated above the unworthy. New Masters will rise on the bent backs of the human cattle who in turn will be thrown into slavery most wretched. The shadows will grow darker and unspeakable horrors will transpire heralding the coming of the One. The Black Sun is dawning. Looming above the horizon, already bathing the world in His black radiance. Yet it is still not quite what it will become, for the power of the Dark Prince will only grow, and woe to the world when He reaches his Zenith. Power once dispersed among myriad squabbling deities, now united unto One dark Will. Serving One purpose. One vision. A vision of darkness, a vision power, a vision of death to all that is unworthy of life. We live in an autumn of times. Dying breaths of the old world, already stricken by putrefaction. Prepare yourself for its death. Prepare yourself for the birth of the new. For in the new world, there will be nothing but woe for those who chose to stand on the wrong side of history. Nothing but woe to the conquered. This is the One True Way.

The Grand Declaration of War

What can we, the chosen few, the pupils of great darkness, the students of the Threefold Path, feel towards the old world that is passing? Nothing but contempt and loathing. Its gods are weak. Its people even worse. While we have discovered the way, millions are crawling with no purpose. Their faces blank, their eyes blinded by attachments, pity, remorse – all the despicable illnesses that the powers of good bestow upon a soul, rendering it pathetic and wretched. Faceless masses filled like gravestones, the old world is a tomb. On that we can declare nothing short of war. A total war. Not just in a military sense – indeed perhaps this aspect should be invoked only in the absolute necessity for it empowers some of the false divines – but on all fronts. Spiritual, cultural, economic. All values must be crushed. All bonds broken. All must be subjected only to pure, unadulterated Will of a ruthless hand, bent of crushing all before it. Those who hasten the hour of Black Sun’s zenith will be greatly rewarded when it inevitably comes. This is the One True Way.

His Kingdom Come

Whilst inevitable, in the grand scheme of things, Black Sun’s ascendancy should suffer no needless delay. This is our role, as his vanguard upon the face of Toril – to expedite coming of His Kingdom, fuel His dark heart with our worship, sacrifices and acts furthering His agendas. For those who will answer the call early, great will be the spoils when the New Aeon will come in full force. Those shall inherit the land and those will upon death become one with the Dark Sun. Those, however who will not heed the call of the Black Dawn before the dice are cast, will be struck down, and either perish or be bound in eternity of wretched slavery. Those yet, who will heed the call but fail the One, whether through heresy and false doctrines, or through common incompetence, will be punished, their souls consumed by the Unholy Flames. For the Black Sun rewards those who serve Him well, yet has little patience for failure. This is the One True Way.

The Thirteen Black Candles

I. The Dark Prince is the lord of Strife. Strive towards his glory and your place in his incoming kingdom.
II. The Dark Prince is the lord of Murder and Death. Deal death to all of his enemies.
III. The Dark Prince is the lord of Hatred. Spread Hatred and turn brothers into bitter foes.
IV. The Dark Prince is the lord of Fear. Make others tremble in dread before his name.
V. The Dark Prince is lord of the Dead. Fuel his kingdom with new penitents.
VI. The Dark Prince is lord of Tyranny. Suffer no dissent to his name.
VII. The Dark Prince is the lord of Intrigue, Deception and Lies. Let deceit be both your shield and the blade.
VIII. The Dark Prince is the lord of Illusion. Let his enemies be failed by their senses.
IX. The Dark Prince is the lord of Corruption. Let no heart be safe from turning black.
X. The Dark Prince is lord of Ritual Death. Let his altars never be dry.
XI. The Dark Prince is the lord of Old Age and Exhaustion. Let those stuck in the old ways know their bitter taste.
XII. The Dark Prince is the lord of Decay, Wasting and Parasites. Let the old world wither in advent of his coming.
XIII. The Dark Prince is the lord of Autumn and Dusk. Let it be mark for old world’s imminent end.

Posted: **Thu Nov 16, 2023 9:27 pm**

A young woman sits on the beach south of the Lion's Way. A small campfire keeps her warm in the Uktar chills through day and night. Though she keeps her distance from the harbour of the Bladestone Foundation, she offers a kind smile and patience beyond her age to any who might approach her, and welcomes anyone to join her by the fire.

Those who do approach her will quickly see her skin is covered in delicate light bronze scales, glinting as if truly polished metal reflecting the sunlight, moonlight or indeed the flames of the campfire. Rarely, a tiny arc of electricity can be seen sparking randomly across some of her scales. Also her emerald green eyes shine in the dark, as those of a nocturnal creature adapted to see in the dimness of night, but these eyes are full of emotion and warmth to those who arrive in a friendly manner.

There she waits, patiently, as she observes the sea rise and fall with the tide. Waits, indeed, for the ocean mist.

Posted: **Wed Nov 22, 2023 9:14 pm**

((OOC Disclaimer, Do not Metagame the Post))

Transgressions Against the Wrong Pirate

"I've always been fascinated,
with what motivates people's transgressions,
and the scandalous journey into infamy."

Messages sometimes need to be sent, diplomacy is often the first approach. But sometimes, sometimes you just have to bloody your blade. Many people have an interest in something. Sometimes, that interest is worth killing for. And killing, well to some people its as normal as taking a morning bath.

Pirates are pirates. Thieves of the Sea. They are merely out there trying to survive in life like any other man or woman. They are no nobles, nor had the luxury of growing up in wealthy educated families. And at the end of the day, they still need to eat. Sometimes in certain places a pirate has a chance to become more. A leadership figure. Able to pass decisions that can care for their people. Such pirates are respected. Respected for their belief's if one knows of it. Or Respectful by their brutality in upholding their belief's.

So when word reaches ears of such a pirate that was under attack, people dont know if such a pirate is an interest to people. And to anyone that has an interest threated, well they can become very angry.

Velen was a port city on the Tethyrian peninsula overlooking the Sea of Swords. The coastal city served as the capital of duchy of Cape Velen. And in such a place, there was someone that had some answering to do. Someone that attacked the wrong man, someone that attacked the wrong ship. He was a pirate with his own cause and means. But thought to bring harm to someone of interest to me. A transgression on my interest is a transgression to me. And I never tolerate such a thing.

I've considered myself a changed man with a past life one could debate if it was a proud one or not. I've done things unsavory much like any other man. But like many things in life, old habits are not easy to separate yourself with.

Some times...

people need to learn the hardway...

After all, you never know what kind of life a person had in the past. A person might just be willing to go through days of sea voyages on the Sea of Swords, listen to dock workers, sulk around a whole town, kill a dog, kill a whole crew, evade authorities, just to kill you. For the simple fact...

You attacked the wrong pirate.

DM Spartacus

Posted: **Sat Dec 02, 2023 10:29 am**

*The below flyer bears Candlekeep's symbols and is posted in the main settlements of the Western Heartlands*

Coastal Chronicles - Uktar 1359 DR Year of the Serpent

Coastal Plains - The Bladestone Foundation increases its patrols in order to escort the Amnian refugees to safety. [Player Led]

Baldur's Gate - The Whitemask Theater is seeking new members. [Player Led]

Baldur's Gate - The Harpers direct their attention to the situation in Amn. [Player Led]

Greenest - The Rocky Creek Company is looking for skilled foragers and scouts. [Player Led]

Western Heartlands - New pamphlets from a mysterious cyricist continue appearing in the area. [Player Led]

Beregost - The Phoenix Company and the Church of Lathander take interest in helping the amnian refugees. [Player Led] and [Player Led]

South of Nashkel - Attacks against the mage hunters are perpetrated by an unknown third party. [Player Led]

Boareskyr Bridge - The tree jammed on the river still holds in place and is apparently growing in size. Some fey are seen in the surprisingly thriving echosystem of the northern bank. [DM Spartacus]

Triel - Two nobles vanish. A well ordered assassination is suspected. [DM Spartacus]

Wood of Sharpteeth - A local cave is cleared up of its undead and cultists by local adventurers. Further east there are sightings of a devil and rumours of a contract. [DM Spartacus]

Baldur's Gate - An impostor posing as the adventurer known as Ryke infiltrates Everwinter Estate. [DM Spartacus]

Baldur's Gate - After the Tyrhang Reavers were sunk in a battle off Candlekeep and the Evenwood Crew left, [DM Spartacus]

Roaringshore - he trade house known as the Deck of Cards find themselves at a slight loss after investing in arms. The Five High Captain recruitment continues with the The Blackstonefront Crew holding in harbour and recruiting more members. [DM Spartacus]

2nd Uktar, Baldur's Gate - The body of a murder victim is found near the temple of Ilmater. [Player Led]

3rd Uktar, Atkatla - The Everwatch guided by Watcher Wai Li meets with the Council of Six about the current situation in Amn. [Player Led]

5th Uktar, Nashkel - An anonymous message threatens retribution against the mage hunters for the death of the dissident known as Echo. [Player Led]

5th Uktar, Amn - A convoy transporting convicted arcanists to Atkatla is assaulted and the prisoners freed. Although four of the arcanists are recaptured, two remain at large: the necromancer Harzevin Blake and Kazaiev Dovrik, arcanist known for murdering exclusively women. [DM Abyss]

5th Uktar, Baldur's Gate - A Cormyrean noble named Terence Haelwing arrives in Baldur's Gate to take the leadership of the local cell of the Iron Throne. [DM Honk]

8th Uktar, Nashkel - A Waukeenite cleric known as Natalia Fernanda expresses her support to Amn against the practitioners of the arcane. [Player Led]

9th Uktar, Baldur's Gate - The renovation works of the Iron Throne begin. [DM Honk]

Darkhold - Darkhold manifests its interest in taking in the arcanist refugees from Amn. [Player Led]

14th Uktar, Nashkel - The Amnian inquisition tightens its grip, taking away more power from Mayor Ghastkill. Meanwhile increased traffic of refugees can be noticed on the Tradeway [DM Mimic]

16th Uktar, South of Nashkel - As more and more refugees leave, the Inquisition closes in around the Cloudpeaks, keeping an eye on the local villages. [DM Abyss]

18th Uktar, Baldur's Gate - Saer Haelwing makes his first appearance among the Courtiers of Baldur's Gate, accompanied by his dutiful maid servant Victoria and impressing most of the nobility. House Sashenstar, however, seems to show a certain distrust towards the lord. The new overseer of the Iron Throne announces he will be hosting a Grand Ball in the future. [DM Honk]

19th Uktar, Nashkel - The daughter of local farmers, Isabella Lulio, disappears. The Inquisition takes the matter in its own hands. [DM Abyss]

19th Uktar, East of Wyrm's Crossing - Several faction intervene to aid in the recovery of the charred area. Among them a group of Aurilites, the Order of the Radiant Heart and a lone fire genasi druid. [DM Glittergold]

20th Uktar, Roaringshore - The Blackstonefront Crew returnes to the dock severely damaged, some of the crew members injured. [DM Spartacus]

20th Uktar, Amn- Skirmishes between the mage hunters and arcanist continue. Meanwhile, in Atkatla, the order of the Radiant Heart speaks against the persecution. [DM Honk]

23rd Uktar, South of Nashkel - Rumors circulate of a gelatinous cube attacking other creatures, but not humanoids. [Player Led]

25th Uktar, Nashkel - A man appears in front of the House of the Guardian carrying a severely injured woman. They both survive. [DM Ghost]

26th Uktar, Nashkel - The mage sympathizers emerge in two fronts: one guided by Dragonfly which advocates a more moderate approach, and the other guided by Tyrelius the Thrice Judged determined in violently deposing the Inquisition. The latter are known to attack with little to no regard for casualties. [DM Mimic]

27th Uktar, Baldur's Gate - The City Watch starts an investigation about the mysterious and brutal murders perpetrated in the city. It is rumored that the perpetrator might be a Bhaalist or a Cyricist. The bodies have yet to be identified. [DM Honk]

27th Uktar, Nashkel - The Everwatch knights increase their patrol against the Arcane Liberation Front. [Player Led]

27th Uktar, Velen - Captain Wild Gil Sikkok dies in a duel after docking to repair his ship. The ship was damaged in a battle against another pirate ship while both were disguised as traders. [DM Spartacus]

28th Uktar, Roaringshore - The announcement on the local board claiming the continued existance of the Lord of Bones is found defaced by the symbol of the Mad God. [Player Led]

Author's note: if anything is incorrect or missing, do not hesitate to contact me.

In faith,
Guide Edelgarde Spades

((OOC Disclaimer: If you would like something added in future works feel free to send me a PM or poke me on discord. In order for me to avoid involuntarily metagaming I kindly ask that the request is delivered as follows:

- Either IC (missive or in game if you prefer)
- Or OOC with a link to the relevant rumor post in the forum

In order to facilitate follow ups from new or returning players, I have added the name of the DM involved or the tag player led for each rumor. The original post is also linked. Please let me know if any of those is incorrect.

Thank you for making the game alive with your stories))

Posted: **Tue Jan 02, 2024 3:05 pm**

*The below flyer bears Candlekeep's symbols and is posted in Candlekeep, Baldur's Gate, Greenest and Beregost, but would likely find its way to the other settlements in time.*

Coastal Chronicles - Nightal 1359 DR Year of the Serpent

Roaringshore - Admiral Revar Doon is now the new Fifth Captain of the Five, with the special duty of guarding against devilish interference in the workings of Roaringshore. Captain Dante Evenwood is appointed First Mate of smuggling. [DM Spartacus]

Baldur's Gate - A cheap substance called the "Crimson Spice" is spreading among the workers in Baldur's Gate. It is said that this drug makes the workers perform better, without any side effects, aside from being eager to acquire more. [DM Honk]

Roaringshore - A mysterious woman is spotted regularly watching the sea. Rumors circulate about her being allegedly a "witch". [DM Abyss]

Amn - The Amnian Inquisition and the Arcane Liberation Front engage each other in earnest on multiple fronts. Although Tyrelius' forces win decisive victories in the Cloud Peaks and west of Nashkel, similar efforts to ambush Mage Hunters are repelled and defeated near Athkatla, Crimmor, and east of Nashkel. In Nashkel, a magical attempt to assassinate High Inquisitor Giovann Vakkar is easily dispatched by the High Inquisitor himself, aided by the efforts of several heroes, including members from the Myradon Vindicators and Everwatch.[DM Mimic]

Amn - The flux of refugees from Amn slows down, while the refugees receive great help outside of the Amnian borders. Meanwhile, the Inquisition warns against any accusation the refugees may spread and publishes the names of Tyrelius "the Thrice Judged", Cirwen Thendil, Kazaiev Dovrik, Draccus Althis and Shaya Crytrapper as still wanted by the Inquisition. [DM Abyss]

9th Nightal, Beregost - The bridge north of Beregost has been repaired, thanks to the efforts of the Azure Arcanists mages and the adventurers who protected them while they magically manipulated the stone. [DM Goat]

10th Nightal, Radiant Heart Crossing - A group of gnomish siege engineers demonstrate their superior catapults on stone targets. [DM Ghost]

11th Nightal, Baldur's Gate and Friendly Arm Inn - Poetry verses are spreaded by the Harpers, hinting potentially at their intention of recruiting. [Player Led]

12th Nightal, Nashkel - The Everwatch Knights make an attempt to rescue Isabella, the girl kidnapped by a rogue mage in Amn. It is rumored that Watcher Wai Li returned from the mission with a grim expression and this might have not gone as expected. [DM Abyss]

17th Nightal, Nashkel - Deputy Mayor Garroth Salvor has disappeared. In response, the Inquisition orchestrate a public execution of captured seditionist magi: the Witch Tessara, the Warlock Harvath Khal and the collaborator Jaime Rios. However, a group of Arcane Liberation Front magi attempt to orchestrate a rescue, but ultimately fail due to the antimagic field emanating from the one known as Castus the Fallen, former paladin of Mystra. [DM Mimic]

18th Nightal, Greenest - A large amount of pelts has been donated by Archon Yuri Lichelina to the Amnian refugees. The assistance of other adventurers has also been witnessed. [DM Goat] and [Player Led]

21st Nightal, Roaringshore - A group of adventurers covered in blood is seen by pirates taking a small boat towards the Pirate ship called the Sparrowhawk. [DM Abyss]

24th Nightal, Friendly Arm Inn - An aurilite delivered a sermon claiming that the sun will consume all and that salvation can allegedly only be found with the Frost Maiden. [Player Led]

28th Nightal, Soubar - A profane aura is felt from the Keep and whirling red lights and levitating droplets of blood engulfing its top are observed in the area. Some time earlier the priest of Cyric who led the ceremony at the Boareskyr Bridge months prior was seen bringing a slave in the building. [Player Led]

Author's note: if anything is incorrect or missing, do not hesitate to contact me.

In faith,
Guide Edelgarde Spades

((OOC Disclaimer: If you would like something added in future works feel free to send me a PM or poke me on discord. In order for me to avoid involuntarily metagaming I kindly ask that the request is delivered as follows:

- Either IC (missive or in game if you prefer)
- Or OOC with a link to the relevant rumor post in the forum

In order to facilitate follow ups from new or returning players, I have added the name of the DM involved or the tag player led for each rumor. The original post is also linked. Please let me know if any of those is incorrect.

Thank you for making the game alive with your stories))

Posted: **Fri Feb 02, 2024 1:04 pm**

*The below flyer bears Candlekeep's symbols and is posted in Candlekeep, Baldur's Gate, Greenest and Beregost, but would likely find its way to the other settlements in time.*

Coastal Chronicles - Hammer 1360 DR Year of the Turret

Northern Amn - The presence of Castus, the fallen half-celestial, and his antimagic field are hindering the efforts of the Arcane Liberation Front. [DM Mimic]

Baldur's Gate - An increase in the number of vagrants and homeless is registered in the more secluded and dark alleys of the city, brought to the street in their attempt to acquire more Crimson Spice. At the same time, due to the increase in criminal activity, the City Watch intensifies their patrols. [DM Honk]

8th Hammer, Baldur's Gate - The Gala of the Iron Throne takes place at their newly renovated quarters. [DM Honk]

10th Hammer, Greenest - An arcanist wanted by the local authorities is captured. [Unknown]

Baldur's Gate - A new substance called Golden Augury, rumored to give beautiful visions, spreads among the high society of Baldur's Gate. [DM Honk]

13th Hammer, Baldur's Gate - A Ducal Court session takes place. Among the discussed themes are the Crimson Spice, the Bandits of the Tunlands, the Tuigan Horde and the situation in Amn. [DM Event]

15th Hammer, Nashkel - Farmer Lulio, whose daughter Isabella was kidnapped by the fugitive blood mage Kazaiev Dovrik, committs suicide. [DM Abyss]

20th Hammer, Baldur's Gate - In order to fight the spread of the Crimson Spice, Duke Eltan announces the institution of a taskforce to handle the crisis. This will be directed by General Moruene, assisted by Houses Vale, Caldwell and Sashenstar, the Order of the Radiant Heart, the Churches of Tyr and Ilmater. [DM Honk]

20th Hammer, Amn - During a routine inspection, a jailbreak takes place in an Inquisition prison, caused by unknown infiltrators. Many arcanists flee or die, with many losses among the Inquisition. The chaos is stopped by the arrival of Castus. [DM Mimic]

21st Hammer, Uldoon Trail - The two missing members of the Myradon Vindicators are found: one is unconscious and the other deceased. [Unknown]

Northern Amn - The efforts of the Everwatch Knights to destroy the remaining aurilite shrines and stop the Arcane Liberation Movement continue. [Player Led]

27th Hammer, Nashkel - The mines south of Nashkel are reclaimed by Amn. [DM Ghost]

27th Hammer, Baldur's Gate - General Moruene announces that the Crimson Spice is now illegal. [DM Honk]

29th Hammer, Nashkel - The blood mage murdered Kazaiev Dovrik is apprehended by the Inquisition. [DM Abyss]

29th Hammer, Darkhold - It is rumored that an attempt to the life of the Dreadlady was made. [Player Led]

Baldur's Gate - The Halls of Inner Light offer their help in fighting the spread of the Crimson Spice and helping those affected by it. [DM Honk]

Author's note: if anything is incorrect or missing, do not hesitate to contact me.

In faith,
Guide Edelgarde Spades

((OOC Disclaimer: If you would like something added in future works feel free to send me a PM or poke me on discord. In order for me to avoid involuntarily metagaming I kindly ask that the request is delivered as follows:

- Either IC (missive or in game if you prefer)
- Or OOC with a link to the relevant rumor post in the forum

In order to facilitate follow ups from new or returning players, I have added the name of the DM involved or the tag player led for each rumor. The original post is also linked. Please let me know if any of those is incorrect.

Thank you for making the game alive with your stories))

Posted: **Sun Feb 25, 2024 12:41 pm**

Flyers began to appear pinned to noticeboards in various areas of the Sword Coast, including Nashkel, Friendly Arms Inn, and seedier districts of Baldur's Gate:

Cutthorats, thugs, scoundrels and others whom the so called "polite society" considers "unsavoury", of all persuasions and walks of life!

Seeking a place where your predisposition can flourish, and indeed, allow you to carve a place for yourself? The settlement of Soubar can offer you one.

We are the Crimson Watch. We are the force that wards all kinds of business from moralist interferences. Join us, and make a name for yourself.

We are offering modest pay, lodging and meals, but first and foremost - an opportunity. Opportunity to rise and gain power and influence over the trade passing through northeastern reaches of the Fields of the Dead.

Come, and realize your potential.

Posted: **Sun Feb 25, 2024 10:58 pm**

Upon hearing of the dryad in the Vindicator's care, Emmanuel heads to the Tranquil Pools of Eldath. There, he meets with the dryad guardians of the sacred place, and with their help tries to attempt something he has not before. Knowing that there is only a limited time before a dryad will die without being close to their tree, he moves with an urgency.

He performs a ritual over an acorn, attempting to be able to use it to become the wounded dryad's acorn, giving her enough strength strength to be able to return to her tree. A long night ensues of prayer and ritual. Once it is complete, Emmanuel waits to find out if the ritual worked, so that he can head to the wounded dryad.

((PM sent to the DMs to find out if this worked.))

Posted: **Thu Feb 29, 2024 6:28 pm**

A strong patrol was launched from Greenest headed by some local heroes some recently returned from Amn and thrown directly into an effort to respond to reports of Lloth cultists and spiders deep underground. They put paid to the gathering of spiders before they could gain a foothold on the Uldoon trail where farming and the trade route were both under threat.

It is rumoured some rare lore was found after trawling the cultist library.

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