I agree. That's why I changed my plan to include it earlier.
Derp
[X] Goldfish
Age of Ice and Blood: A Pathfinder System Heroic Fantasy Quest
- Thread starter DragonParadox
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Derp
[X] Goldfish
- Location
- Russia
- Pronouns
- He/Him
She really is the fascimile for the tall dark and beautiful mysterious stranger who disappears the optimistic young in supernatural events
Turn vote will be up tomorrow.
Vote closed. I'm going to get this done if it's the last thing I do.
Arc 16 Post 1: Roots Growing Deep
Roots Growing Deep
Twelfth of Olweje-hamba (Olweje Descendent), 1349 A. L. (After Landfall)
As you look outside the still rough-hewn window of your solar at the courtyard of the keep below you wonder at how you got so far so fast, the sound of soldiers drilling mixed in with the bleating of goats that had been brought in for the feast and children yelling and chasing each other at play.
You wonder at the face of the little girl with the willow branch in place of a sword, you haven't seen it before not that you are surprised. As the changelings grow more used to the company of the otter-kin who take their duty seriously and yet fulfill it with joy the more they let one shape slip into another like leaves blowing on the breeze. That is not to say everyone is comfortable at the show of magic. Indeed of the villagers you saved from the Yayar about half decided to take their chances in Orinilu or with the shore-sworn when it became clear just how strange the company you keep is.
Not that you can really blame them Mog is... well he takes some getting used to in the more diplomatic words of Zaia or as Antonio's reply put it 'so does chewing nettles, doesn't mean I have to get in the habit'. True to his word the captain has been avoiding the odd few, staying mostly aboard the Marcella, but it is clear to everyone with a working pair of eyes, ears, and in the case of a particularly fragrant invention, nose that the fey smith needs his own laboratory apart from Zaia's, a place where he can be master of his domain. It would also be helpful to take the books, scrolls and maps out of general storage. Esha even suggested that between the various spell-tomes you have as well as the books on forging metallurgy and glass working you could probably charge a small fee to the local guilds to consult it.
But you also have other commitments, namely finding and taming some of the wild horses of the inland hills hopefully without falling afoul of any Yayar blood feuds over their dead chieftain. At the very least you had only killed him in what the reindeer riders hopefully saw as a fair duel. Last though certainly not least you still have some skulls in your possession and none with the skills to read them. Perhaps you can follow the lead to the living stone that can read dead minds.
Choose Three
[] Capture and tame wild horses as you promised Hengo Perys, hopefully the local Yayar clans do not think too ill of the killing of one of their chiefs
[] See to the care of the changeling children, a war camp in no place for children but this place need not be just a war camp, especially given the villagers you rescued
[] Seek out the 'stone mind' that can read the skulls still in your possession as the priest of Ikomi asked of you
[] Visit the market to buy, or to sell
-[] Write in (Armory and unassigned magical loot eligible for selling)
[] Visit your neighbors, though House Koire holds the lands immediately around your new keep even more distant lords would likely be interested, perhaps even wary of who is raising a keep on their doorstep
[] Look for Anisi and her fellow hunters, they would likely be most interested in what you had seen in the north and might put the knowledge to good use
[] Make improvements to the keep (up to three, cost variable)
[] Try to make peace once more with the Purple, the last thing you need is a conflict over a dead monster
OOC: The reason this took so long is that I tried to merge the keep improvement choices with the turn vote proper and that just unbalanced the whole thing. Suggestions for more actions are of course welcome.
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Goldfish
Friendly Spider-Fish Abomination
- Location
- Formerly of the Far Realm
These aren't necessarily the options I want to pursue, but what seems to.me to be the most pressing at the moment.
We've already obligated ourselves to helping with the horse breeding project, which has already been delayed significantly due to our prior obligations.
Mog isn't the most agreeable fellow to begin with, and the longer we delay setting up a lab for him the less congenial he'll likely end up being. DP also kinda hinted in the update that there could be an accident if we don't get Mog a space separate from Zaia's.
The Purple aren't going anywhere any time soon, but we likely will be, and that means leaving our keep and the people living it in more vulnerable while we're at sea. Not having the local mafia equivalent upset at us is something we should at least attempt to arrange. We already have an agreement on place to produce potions for them, so that's as good a place as any to start.
[X] Capture and tame wild horses as you promised Hengo Perys, hopefully the local Yayar clans do not think too ill of the killing of one of their chiefs
-[X] Invite along some of our partners in this endeavor. More specifically, some of their armsmen who are familiar with the area and the local tribes.
[X] Make improvements to the keep (up to three, cost variable)
-[X] Arrange construction of a dedicated outbuilding within the keep's walls where Mog can craft his wares and conduct experiments more safely.
-[X] Arrange to have one of the unused upstairs storage rooms in the keep converted into a proper repository for our maps, books, scrolls, and other miscellany.
[X] Try to make peace once more with the Purple, the last thing you need is a conflict over a dead monster
-[X] Attempt to arrange a meeting with their representative, both to clear the air about the incident at the keep while we were away and to determine which potions they want crafted.
We've already obligated ourselves to helping with the horse breeding project, which has already been delayed significantly due to our prior obligations.
Mog isn't the most agreeable fellow to begin with, and the longer we delay setting up a lab for him the less congenial he'll likely end up being. DP also kinda hinted in the update that there could be an accident if we don't get Mog a space separate from Zaia's.
The Purple aren't going anywhere any time soon, but we likely will be, and that means leaving our keep and the people living it in more vulnerable while we're at sea. Not having the local mafia equivalent upset at us is something we should at least attempt to arrange. We already have an agreement on place to produce potions for them, so that's as good a place as any to start.
[X] Capture and tame wild horses as you promised Hengo Perys, hopefully the local Yayar clans do not think too ill of the killing of one of their chiefs
-[X] Invite along some of our partners in this endeavor. More specifically, some of their armsmen who are familiar with the area and the local tribes.
[X] Make improvements to the keep (up to three, cost variable)
-[X] Arrange construction of a dedicated outbuilding within the keep's walls where Mog can craft his wares and conduct experiments more safely.
-[X] Arrange to have one of the unused upstairs storage rooms in the keep converted into a proper repository for our maps, books, scrolls, and other miscellany.
[X] Try to make peace once more with the Purple, the last thing you need is a conflict over a dead monster
-[X] Attempt to arrange a meeting with their representative, both to clear the air about the incident at the keep while we were away and to determine which potions they want crafted.
Travler66
Let her name echo in song!
- Location
- Beyond
[X] Capture and tame wild horses as you promised Hengo Perys, hopefully the local Yayar clans do not think too ill of the killing of one of their chiefs
-[X] Invite along some of our partners in this endeavor. More specifically, some of their armsmen who are familiar with the area and the local tribes.
[X] Make improvements to the keep (up to three, cost variable)
-[X] Arrange construction of a dedicated outbuilding within the keep's walls where Mog can craft his wares and conduct experiments more safely.
-[X] Arrange to have one of the unused upstairs storage rooms in the keep converted into a proper repository for our maps, books, scrolls, and other miscellany.
[X] Try to make peace once more with the Purple, the last thing you need is a conflict over a dead monster
-[X] Attempt to arrange a meeting with their representative, both to clear the air about the incident at the keep while we were away and to determine which potions they want crafted.
-[X] Invite along some of our partners in this endeavor. More specifically, some of their armsmen who are familiar with the area and the local tribes.
[X] Make improvements to the keep (up to three, cost variable)
-[X] Arrange construction of a dedicated outbuilding within the keep's walls where Mog can craft his wares and conduct experiments more safely.
-[X] Arrange to have one of the unused upstairs storage rooms in the keep converted into a proper repository for our maps, books, scrolls, and other miscellany.
[X] Try to make peace once more with the Purple, the last thing you need is a conflict over a dead monster
-[X] Attempt to arrange a meeting with their representative, both to clear the air about the incident at the keep while we were away and to determine which potions they want crafted.
[X] Capture and tame wild horses as you promised Hengo Perys, hopefully the local Yayar clans do not think too ill of the killing of one of their chiefs
-[X] Invite along some of our partners in this endeavor. More specifically, some of their armsmen who are familiar with the area and the local tribes.
[X] Make improvements to the keep (up to three, cost variable)
-[X] Arrange construction of a dedicated outbuilding within the keep's walls where Mog can craft his wares and conduct experiments more safely.
-[X] Arrange to have one of the unused upstairs storage rooms in the keep converted into a proper repository for our maps, books, scrolls, and other miscellany.
[X] Try to make peace once more with the Purple, the last thing you need is a conflict over a dead monster
-[X] Attempt to arrange a meeting with their representative, both to clear the air about the incident at the keep while we were away and to determine which potions they want crafted.
-[X] Invite along some of our partners in this endeavor. More specifically, some of their armsmen who are familiar with the area and the local tribes.
[X] Make improvements to the keep (up to three, cost variable)
-[X] Arrange construction of a dedicated outbuilding within the keep's walls where Mog can craft his wares and conduct experiments more safely.
-[X] Arrange to have one of the unused upstairs storage rooms in the keep converted into a proper repository for our maps, books, scrolls, and other miscellany.
[X] Try to make peace once more with the Purple, the last thing you need is a conflict over a dead monster
-[X] Attempt to arrange a meeting with their representative, both to clear the air about the incident at the keep while we were away and to determine which potions they want crafted.
- Location
- Russia
- Pronouns
- He/Him
@DragonParadox , what about my questions?
I generally agree with Goldfish' suggestions, but I am also very, very curious about our skull collections. Probably we can linger in Orinilu a little longer? Or do that on the way back?
I generally agree with Goldfish' suggestions, but I am also very, very curious about our skull collections. Probably we can linger in Orinilu a little longer? Or do that on the way back?
Ah right you did not get rid of the specter, just scared it off, one moment.
- Location
- Russia
- Pronouns
- He/Him
As for possible actions... Oh, I have so, so many suggestions.
1) Go shopping with Inge! We planned this a long time ago.
2) Look for local (and regional) news and gossips. What is happening in Orinilu and western part of Blue Sea? What happened with Ibanora post on the Mouth of the World?
3) Talk with Megin. I hoped it happened during journey, but alas. She remains the most latent of our assosiate. We know nothing about her agenda.
4) Probably talk with Neios? Or wait untill he talks with us? He probably wants return to Nokuma. Or we can return and try to reclaim his family treasure?
5) Ask in city (among temples/hunters/other magical facilities) about awakening the Ripper. Chances are slim, but if we do not try, we'll not succeed.
6) Ask about Ibanora assasins in particular and Ibanora in general. The trace is cold, and it's unlukely we reclaim dragon's bones, but I still want to go to Ibanora and try. And also want to see new place.
7) Try to contact with Tinker Fey court? I do not think this is urgent, so far it was happening on background.
8) What is happening with Eriran? Also not very important, we could not get involved in every side quest. I mention it only because we theoretically can do it.
1) Go shopping with Inge! We planned this a long time ago.
2) Look for local (and regional) news and gossips. What is happening in Orinilu and western part of Blue Sea? What happened with Ibanora post on the Mouth of the World?
3) Talk with Megin. I hoped it happened during journey, but alas. She remains the most latent of our assosiate. We know nothing about her agenda.
4) Probably talk with Neios? Or wait untill he talks with us? He probably wants return to Nokuma. Or we can return and try to reclaim his family treasure?
5) Ask in city (among temples/hunters/other magical facilities) about awakening the Ripper. Chances are slim, but if we do not try, we'll not succeed.
6) Ask about Ibanora assasins in particular and Ibanora in general. The trace is cold, and it's unlukely we reclaim dragon's bones, but I still want to go to Ibanora and try. And also want to see new place.
7) Try to contact with Tinker Fey court? I do not think this is urgent, so far it was happening on background.
8) What is happening with Eriran? Also not very important, we could not get involved in every side quest. I mention it only because we theoretically can do it.
Goldfish
Friendly Spider-Fish Abomination
- Location
- Formerly of the Far Realm
1) We can definitely go shopping with Inge sometime soon, I'm assuming. It just isn't an immediate priority that needs to be taken care of ASAP like some other stuff.As for possible actions... Oh, I have so, so many suggestions.
1) Go shopping with Inge! We planned this a long time ago.
2) Look for local (and regional) news and gossips. What is happening in Orinilu and western part of Blue Sea? What happened with Ibanora post on the Mouth of the World?
3) Talk with Megin. I hoped it happened during journey, but alas. She remains the most latent of our assosiate. We know nothing about her agenda.
4) Probably talk with Neios? Or wait untill he talks with us? He probably wants return to Nokuma. Or we can return and try to reclaim his family treasure?
5) Ask in city (among temples/hunters/other magical facilities) about awakening the Ripper. Chances are slim, but if we do not try, we'll not succeed.
6) Ask about Ibanora assasins in particular and Ibanora in general. The trace is cold, and it's unlukely we reclaim dragon's bones, but I still want to go to Ibanora and try. And also want to see new place.
7) Try to contact with Tinker Fey court? I do not think this is urgent, so far it was happening on background.
8) What is happening with Eriran? Also not very important, we could not get involved in every side quest. I mention it only because we theoretically can do it.
2) Yeah, we need more news and gossip, both about local happenings and those further abroad. This could be an interlude or something that doesn't need much character involvement if DP doesn't want to distract us from main events.
3) Agreed. A conversation with Megin would be neat and it can happen fairly easily at just about any time. Maybe while we're out looking for wild horses?
4) Yeah, we need to speak with Neiros soon. I assume he hasn't broached the subject with us since our return because he's not in a huge hurry, or is getting himself psyched up for the trip. After all, he's had a comfortable and even somewhat exciting life since we rescued him, but going back to his home is going to be fraught with peril and hardship.
5) I'm interested in this, too, but it's not a priority, IMO.
6) The same as #2, we need to know more, but it doesn't necessarily need to be something we vote on and send characters out looking for. Maybe a Zaia interlude, @DragonParadox?
7) I would also like to do this before we depart Orinilu again, if it's possible. I don't think we ever got confirmation whether or not they had representatives anywhere nearby?
8) Also not a priority, but still an interesting question that feels important, or at least like a possible side quest of some significance.
- Location
- Russia
- Pronouns
- He/Him
I suppose they have. At least Tinker fey visited as in Respite.
- Location
- Russia
- Pronouns
- He/Him
I've noticed that it gets tricky to find one specific update somewhere from the middle of the quest, and it'll probably get worse. I also noticed that "Embers in the Dusk" have very convinient table of content. I've decided to make something similar. @DragonParadox , I do not know if it'll be any use to you, but IMO it's mor convinient.
Names of the arcs are my one creative, feel free to changee it as your like.
Names of the arcs are my one creative, feel free to changee it as your like.
- Arc 0. Into the Storm
- Arc 1. Isla de Muerta
- Arc 2. On the Far Shores
- Arc 3. Turning of Season, Turning of Fate
- Arc 4. As the Summer Grows
- Arc 5. Civilization and its Perils
- Arc 6. Crossroad
- Arc 7. What Sleeps over the Hill
- Arc 8. Malice in the White Lands
- Arc 9. Return from the North
- Arc 10. Burden of Past Deeds
- Arc 11. Wayfarer's Respite
- Arc 12. Into the Redman's War
- Arc 13. Dangers of Victory
- Arc 14. From the Depths
- Arc 15. Sinuous Returning to Orinilu
- Arc 16.
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Goldfish
Friendly Spider-Fish Abomination
- Location
- Formerly of the Far Realm
Wow, this is great, dude.
- Location
- Russia
- Pronouns
- He/Him
[X] Capture and tame wild horses as you promised Hengo Perys, hopefully the local Yayar clans do not think too ill of the killing of one of their chiefs
-[X] Invite along some of our partners in this endeavor. More specifically, some of their armsmen who are familiar with the area and the local tribes.
[X] Make improvements to the keep (up to three, cost variable)
-[X] Arrange construction of a dedicated outbuilding within the keep's walls where Mog can craft his wares and conduct experiments more safely.
-[X] Arrange to have one of the unused upstairs storage rooms in the keep converted into a proper repository for our maps, books, scrolls, and other miscellany.
[X] Seek out the 'stone mind' that can read the skulls still in your possession as the priest of Ikomi asked of you
-[X] Invite along some of our partners in this endeavor. More specifically, some of their armsmen who are familiar with the area and the local tribes.
[X] Make improvements to the keep (up to three, cost variable)
-[X] Arrange construction of a dedicated outbuilding within the keep's walls where Mog can craft his wares and conduct experiments more safely.
-[X] Arrange to have one of the unused upstairs storage rooms in the keep converted into a proper repository for our maps, books, scrolls, and other miscellany.
[X] Seek out the 'stone mind' that can read the skulls still in your possession as the priest of Ikomi asked of you
- Location
- Russia
- Pronouns
- He/Him
@DragonParadox , I noticed that current version of "Locations and characters of interest" is significantly out-of-date. Instead of nudging you to update it I decided to update it myself. This is example of what I managed (definetly not a final version). Changes are done with yellow color so you can easy notice where to correct mistakes. Also I added some links to Zaia' notes and parts of the quest. Should I continue, or you'll do it yourself in some time?
Note: Locations will be presented in the order they have been encountered in quest, either in person or as a concept. Generally only those of which significant amount is known IC will be presented.
The Blue Sea [The Mediterranean]
Dotted with small mercantile city states the sea provides a vital link in trade with the steppes and even the colder lands of the White Isles. Climate is relatively temperate with forests of evergreens and even broad-leaf trees being present north and south of the Sea
The Spear Islands [Columbretes Islands]
Small islands in the western Blue Sea which are counted sacred to Ikomi, due to the lack of reliable fresh water only a small settlement can dwell year round on the islands, using a reservoir to collect rain water, they are nominally under the authority of Orinilu the Fair. This is where the Marcella first made landfall in the new world and where it discovered the aftermath of a battle between Anwari sailors lead by Ilfa and the locals winch ended first in the death of the invaders, save only Inge, then in their rise as undead who destroyed the settlement and killed the priests.
Orinilu [Located in what would be Valencia]
Merchant city at the mouth of the river Kine grown rich off trade with the nomads to the north who bring goods from far and wide the city is well known for its glass-making and pottery as well as some of the best blue ships the Anwari know of. They are lead by a conclave of merchants and landholders which selects a 'Regency Council' of five members. The line of kings for which they are supposed to be regents was banished from the city three generations ago, but they kept the name, ruling in the came of the people and not the king. Rivals of Ibanora.
Zaia' notes.
Ibanora [Located in the same area as the presumed city of Tartesos]
One of the major exporters of Tin in the western Blue Sea, the city is militaristic, lead by a Triad of Kings, one of Stone, one of Blood and one of Sea. They are the head of the Tin league, the most populous league of city states on the peninsula, though not the richest. Rivals of Orinilu.
The Mouth of the World [The Straights of Gibraltar]
The passage between the Blue Sea and the Sunset Sea, what the Anwari call the True Sea, the seaway is contested between the armies of the Tin League, particularly the phalanxes of Ibanora and the Stout Folk who had called the area home since time out of mind. Attempts have been made in the past by the city states to hold the straights and tax the trade that passes through them, but that is mostly in the form of Anwari Longships, who do not take kindly to attempts at pinching their hard earned, or hard-looted goods.
Sunset Sea/True Sea (Atlantic Ocean)
Colder and far more perilous sea than the Blue Sea, it is also called Ikomi's Sea because souls are thought to follow the sea to the west and because it is thought to stretch out endlessly westward
The Sunset Islands (Islands of the Anwa) [The Canary Islands]
A collection of eight major and many more minor islands in the Sunset Ocean, they are host to a people of skilled and far traveling mariners, traders and when the chance presents itself raiders. While the islands are rich in good timber and fine soils thy lack both tin and copper, needing to import both from far off lands. Though most of the Anwa are farmers as in other lands a significant numbers are fishers, some of which even dare to hunt the great leviathans of the deep as part of the rites of anointing new kings. These are by most accounts a people quarrelsome as they are bold with the head of every household partaking in a local assembly to which the minor lords must give account even as they can call the kings to account.
Island of Lirman [Fuerteventura]
Easternmost of the Sunset Islands and the one the Marcella made landfall upon after passing the Mouth of the world, it is flat with only a few modest peaks in the south of the islands, where it is not farmed the land is covered in forests of Laurel and other ever greens. The locals fish, farm and and brew strange red beer. There are wizards practicing their arts openly in the king's court
City of Apuku
Counting perhaps 25.000 souls the city would be called a town in other lands, but it is the largest settlement on the island. All the halls of the local clans are built around the Hearth Trees, to which they give much honor, almost as minor gods of the home. The king of the siland dwells here and he has given a princely welcome to the Marcella and her passengers.
Farport
Poor port with clans Oran and Fadaka
Island of Korman [Gran Canaria]
More fertile and more geographically central of the Sunset Islands Korman's tribes are richer, their ships larger and more venturesome and its ports more accustomed to traders from far off places. Mead brewed in Korman is famed throughout the islands and beyond
City of Noromo
Build not around hearth trees but the imposing pale walls of the Thousand Caves Noromo is far more of a fortress city and on its darkened alleys free sails walk untroubled, brigands in all but name looking for a master unwise enough to open their purses to them. Worship of Olweje is common during the summer and raucous when it does take place. One is more likely to find better deals on all manner of precious and valuable goods in its capital
Island of Aram [La Palma]
One of Sunset Islands from which ship with Esha sailed.
Island of Surman [El Hierro]
Westernmost of the Sunset Islands worth the name, a poor and rocky place that drives its people to sea more than any of the others.
The Northlands
Beyond the forests of birch and oak that girdle the coast of the inner sea there can be found a great grassy steppe that stretches to the west until the shores of the ocean and to the east is lost in the haze of tall tales beyond the ken of any map that can be found in the markets of Apuku. Though there are hills and mountains, lakes and rivers along which one can find forests of cold pine no nation rules those lands, only tribes of the Knikut and the hosts of the Horned Riders know their paths. The former keep to the forests and the hills whereas the riders hunt the herds of wild cattle, horses, mammoth and other strange beasts on the plains. Cold is the wind from the north and swift to steal the breath of any man caught in the open when winter lays upon the land. Should one care to listen there are legends abroad of frost fiends drawn to the traveler's fire and savage beasts with fangs sharper than any dagger.
Foothills of the Greyspine [The Alps]
Willowbrook Hall
Cave near the cost of Suset Sea, probably on the territory of would-be France. Home of otterkin, although cave itself was not made by them.
Virokaia
Cro-Magnon tribe which dwells on the cost somewhere south from the Willowbrook. They drive away strangers from Wormhalls wich is known among them as a place of bad omen.
Father of Rivers
Some kind of river between Orinilu and White Lands. Tribe of Tsusax dwells on its banks.
Yarduk
Tribe which by cunning craft held the pass through the mountains that held off the frozen breath of the east wind.
The Great Lands
Inaurna Empire [Somewhere in Sub-Saharan West Africa]
One of the oldest and richest realms known to the Anwa, given the name 'Great Land' by its own folk and travelers alike it is and empire rules it is said by divine mandate from one descended of the God Elnu himself. The God Kings it is said can witness all in heir land and much beyond and they are quick to bring war and misfortune upon those who displease or defy them. Yet for all the gold in their treasury and all the tomes of lore in their great libraries the Anwa count this a decadent realm, where men bow and scrape to scribbles on clay and blood grown thin through the ages. Having heard this sort of talk before one might suspect more than a bit of Fox and Grapes in the matter
Oromo of the Hundred Towers
Capital of the Inaruna Empire, famed in song and tale as a center of commerce art and architecture as well as a city which has never fallen to a foreign invader, though not for lack of trying. Rich in both gold and silver which shine upon the tops of its many towers it is nonetheless just as notable for the repositories of knowledge from all across the world for that it is said the God Kings value above all other treasures.
Humbai
City of traders and sailors, though of a far less rough breed than the Anwa, their wide flat ships are made not to cut the currents and dare the storm, but to carry the works of the city to far off realms. In this city Ziku and Moru were born.
The Candleblight Caverns and the Deeps of Durik
Dark and perilious places, yet promising a bounty of precious things that have never seen the light of the sun to any bold enough to enter and fortunate enough to return
Region of Blue Sea
Atun [Morocco]
Pirates' den.
Sealkin Islands [Balearic Islands]
City Isangu (on the Eastern Sealkin Island) was founded by Agberi mystics, the Brotherhood of Nu, seeking shelter from persecution more than two centuries ago.
City Luaru (on the the Western Sealkin Island) is a heavy fortified city founded roughly at the same time as Orinilu.
Zaia' notes.
Agber [Land roughly assosiated with Sahara]
Zaia' notes (mostly about vetala)
Has some kind of impressive building named White Arch.
Nokuma [Greece]
Land of star worshipers and skilled miners of silver, so of that silver they make bells to symbolize their gods and they hang them in their temples as tinkling curtains, an echo of the celestial dance. Thousand Gods are worshipped there. One of the cities is Ilium.
Locations and Characters of Interest
Note: Locations will be presented in the order they have been encountered in quest, either in person or as a concept. Generally only those of which significant amount is known IC will be presented.
The Blue Sea [The Mediterranean]
Dotted with small mercantile city states the sea provides a vital link in trade with the steppes and even the colder lands of the White Isles. Climate is relatively temperate with forests of evergreens and even broad-leaf trees being present north and south of the Sea
The Spear Islands [Columbretes Islands]
Small islands in the western Blue Sea which are counted sacred to Ikomi, due to the lack of reliable fresh water only a small settlement can dwell year round on the islands, using a reservoir to collect rain water, they are nominally under the authority of Orinilu the Fair. This is where the Marcella first made landfall in the new world and where it discovered the aftermath of a battle between Anwari sailors lead by Ilfa and the locals winch ended first in the death of the invaders, save only Inge, then in their rise as undead who destroyed the settlement and killed the priests.
Orinilu [Located in what would be Valencia]
Merchant city at the mouth of the river Kine grown rich off trade with the nomads to the north who bring goods from far and wide the city is well known for its glass-making and pottery as well as some of the best blue ships the Anwari know of. They are lead by a conclave of merchants and landholders which selects a 'Regency Council' of five members. The line of kings for which they are supposed to be regents was banished from the city three generations ago, but they kept the name, ruling in the came of the people and not the king. Rivals of Ibanora.
Zaia' notes.
Eriran the Seer
An Oracle more timid than bold and more mired in debt that he would like to admit, he has nonetheless proven skillful in the art of divination, if costly to make use of. The price of his aid was first the translation of a forbidden tome and then quite a hefty sum of silver. He seems to always be swinging between not wishing to be troubled with 'trifles' and not wishing to be involved in dangerous affairs.
Anisi, Anar and Eki
Hunters given the grim task of hunting down those who transgressed against Elnu and Ikomi, the gods of Fate and Death. By your understanding this includes fiends like the Anjo-Oru, malicious fey and wizards who work their arts in defiance of the law of the city and its environs. Hunters were more common in the days of the kings for now the temple of Elnu is no longer held in high esteem. Though your initial meeting with the three was balanced on the edge of a blade you eventually came to an understanding and earned the liking if not the trust of Anisi in your deeds in the city
Captain Ukuju
One supposes that a man chosen by the League of Captains to negotiate with Antonio, or perhaps one with enough sway to push though a foreigner just come to port into their ranks, is wealthy or powerful. Alas all you can recall of him is the odd wig. You wonder if all the nobles of the city wear such a thing.
An Oracle more timid than bold and more mired in debt that he would like to admit, he has nonetheless proven skillful in the art of divination, if costly to make use of. The price of his aid was first the translation of a forbidden tome and then quite a hefty sum of silver. He seems to always be swinging between not wishing to be troubled with 'trifles' and not wishing to be involved in dangerous affairs.
Anisi, Anar and Eki
Hunters given the grim task of hunting down those who transgressed against Elnu and Ikomi, the gods of Fate and Death. By your understanding this includes fiends like the Anjo-Oru, malicious fey and wizards who work their arts in defiance of the law of the city and its environs. Hunters were more common in the days of the kings for now the temple of Elnu is no longer held in high esteem. Though your initial meeting with the three was balanced on the edge of a blade you eventually came to an understanding and earned the liking if not the trust of Anisi in your deeds in the city
Captain Ukuju
One supposes that a man chosen by the League of Captains to negotiate with Antonio, or perhaps one with enough sway to push though a foreigner just come to port into their ranks, is wealthy or powerful. Alas all you can recall of him is the odd wig. You wonder if all the nobles of the city wear such a thing.
One of the major exporters of Tin in the western Blue Sea, the city is militaristic, lead by a Triad of Kings, one of Stone, one of Blood and one of Sea. They are the head of the Tin league, the most populous league of city states on the peninsula, though not the richest. Rivals of Orinilu.
The Mouth of the World [The Straights of Gibraltar]
The passage between the Blue Sea and the Sunset Sea, what the Anwari call the True Sea, the seaway is contested between the armies of the Tin League, particularly the phalanxes of Ibanora and the Stout Folk who had called the area home since time out of mind. Attempts have been made in the past by the city states to hold the straights and tax the trade that passes through them, but that is mostly in the form of Anwari Longships, who do not take kindly to attempts at pinching their hard earned, or hard-looted goods.
Sunset Sea/True Sea (Atlantic Ocean)
Colder and far more perilous sea than the Blue Sea, it is also called Ikomi's Sea because souls are thought to follow the sea to the west and because it is thought to stretch out endlessly westward
The Sunset Islands (Islands of the Anwa) [The Canary Islands]
A collection of eight major and many more minor islands in the Sunset Ocean, they are host to a people of skilled and far traveling mariners, traders and when the chance presents itself raiders. While the islands are rich in good timber and fine soils thy lack both tin and copper, needing to import both from far off lands. Though most of the Anwa are farmers as in other lands a significant numbers are fishers, some of which even dare to hunt the great leviathans of the deep as part of the rites of anointing new kings. These are by most accounts a people quarrelsome as they are bold with the head of every household partaking in a local assembly to which the minor lords must give account even as they can call the kings to account.
Island of Lirman [Fuerteventura]
Easternmost of the Sunset Islands and the one the Marcella made landfall upon after passing the Mouth of the world, it is flat with only a few modest peaks in the south of the islands, where it is not farmed the land is covered in forests of Laurel and other ever greens. The locals fish, farm and and brew strange red beer. There are wizards practicing their arts openly in the king's court
City of Apuku
Counting perhaps 25.000 souls the city would be called a town in other lands, but it is the largest settlement on the island. All the halls of the local clans are built around the Hearth Trees, to which they give much honor, almost as minor gods of the home. The king of the siland dwells here and he has given a princely welcome to the Marcella and her passengers.
Ohun Greenbelt
Aged and presumably learned sorcerer. He is by his own account a councilor and you have found a former regent to the young King Ansefu of Lirman, vouched for your passage onto the island and your oaths by a God not of the Anwa. Careful with his words and subtle of mind the old man is nonetheless not wholly opposed to taking risks as he did offer an important task to strangers on their first day ashore.You have agreed to make a trek on his behalf and see to the 'standing stones' he seems concerned for.
King Ansefu of Lirman
A young lord new-come to power and yet unused to its ways. For all that you have found him courteous and open to tales of distant lands. He rules it seems by the consent of the clans as much as by blood and the proclamation of the priests. He might have been born a bastard, if you understood the tale of his family aright, but that does not seem to carry any special stigma among the Anwa, or perhaps they would rather have a bastard than a woman ruling them. Son of king Ensefu.
Lina Osane
Elder sister of the King of Lirman, by somewhere between five and ten years, she was born to a foreigner and the mark of it is still upon her, in the brilliant green of her eyes. She has taken your side at court, seemingly out of a generous impulse and a unwillingness to bear fools silently. Still there is something more it it you are suspect. She was too quick to brush off her own aid for one who is used to the games of courtly power. Has been shown to be the daughter of a sea nymph and in some manner summoned home by the fey as the pride of their aid. So far she has refused the call.
Eki Teranoa
A bear of a man at first sight and truly his voice has something of a growl to it, one who is defending his lair perhaps. Apparently the reason he and all his clan have cause to quarrel with him is a promise Antonio made with his clan's rivals, though he seemed quick indeed to belittle you and yours and that you shall not forget, no matter the cause.
Onogu Iranea
Old is he and blind as a traveler in deepest whitest blizzard and white the color of his eyes, though according to Antonio any man who thinks that he has lost his wits with his sight is likely to be swiftly dissuaded of the notion, if he is lucky with words, if he is not with sharpened bronze in the back. An ally of convenience made with the promise of offering a chain shirt for study of the clan's smiths. Alas what might have been a hopeful cooperation was cut short by a chance meeting with one of his House practicing Blood magic upon hapless Boar Folk.
Almun Iranea
Bard from House Iranea who practiced Blood magic upon hapless Boar Folk. His face is pale and not in that natural manner than might show merely an aversion to the sun, but yellowing like old parchment and somehow... thin, as though there was something beneath waiting to burst forth.
Darun 'Half-hand' Torag
He deserves his name honestly enough to judge from the stump of his right hand, though he is no stranger with the use of his left.
House of Atuko
The only one House represented by a woman, still dark haired and straight backed she could be any age between forty and sixty with that particular poise that comes from having ruled long and shrewdly.
Aged and presumably learned sorcerer. He is by his own account a councilor and you have found a former regent to the young King Ansefu of Lirman, vouched for your passage onto the island and your oaths by a God not of the Anwa. Careful with his words and subtle of mind the old man is nonetheless not wholly opposed to taking risks as he did offer an important task to strangers on their first day ashore.You have agreed to make a trek on his behalf and see to the 'standing stones' he seems concerned for.
King Ansefu of Lirman
A young lord new-come to power and yet unused to its ways. For all that you have found him courteous and open to tales of distant lands. He rules it seems by the consent of the clans as much as by blood and the proclamation of the priests. He might have been born a bastard, if you understood the tale of his family aright, but that does not seem to carry any special stigma among the Anwa, or perhaps they would rather have a bastard than a woman ruling them. Son of king Ensefu.
Lina Osane
Elder sister of the King of Lirman, by somewhere between five and ten years, she was born to a foreigner and the mark of it is still upon her, in the brilliant green of her eyes. She has taken your side at court, seemingly out of a generous impulse and a unwillingness to bear fools silently. Still there is something more it it you are suspect. She was too quick to brush off her own aid for one who is used to the games of courtly power. Has been shown to be the daughter of a sea nymph and in some manner summoned home by the fey as the pride of their aid. So far she has refused the call.
Eki Teranoa
A bear of a man at first sight and truly his voice has something of a growl to it, one who is defending his lair perhaps. Apparently the reason he and all his clan have cause to quarrel with him is a promise Antonio made with his clan's rivals, though he seemed quick indeed to belittle you and yours and that you shall not forget, no matter the cause.
Onogu Iranea
Old is he and blind as a traveler in deepest whitest blizzard and white the color of his eyes, though according to Antonio any man who thinks that he has lost his wits with his sight is likely to be swiftly dissuaded of the notion, if he is lucky with words, if he is not with sharpened bronze in the back. An ally of convenience made with the promise of offering a chain shirt for study of the clan's smiths. Alas what might have been a hopeful cooperation was cut short by a chance meeting with one of his House practicing Blood magic upon hapless Boar Folk.
During Light's Passing head of true Onogu Iranea was found. Later it was revealed that he was killed and replaced by one of the Formless.
Almun Iranea
Bard from House Iranea who practiced Blood magic upon hapless Boar Folk. His face is pale and not in that natural manner than might show merely an aversion to the sun, but yellowing like old parchment and somehow... thin, as though there was something beneath waiting to burst forth.
Darun 'Half-hand' Torag
He deserves his name honestly enough to judge from the stump of his right hand, though he is no stranger with the use of his left.
House of Atuko
The only one House represented by a woman, still dark haired and straight backed she could be any age between forty and sixty with that particular poise that comes from having ruled long and shrewdly.
Poor port with clans Oran and Fadaka
Island of Korman [Gran Canaria]
More fertile and more geographically central of the Sunset Islands Korman's tribes are richer, their ships larger and more venturesome and its ports more accustomed to traders from far off places. Mead brewed in Korman is famed throughout the islands and beyond
City of Noromo
Build not around hearth trees but the imposing pale walls of the Thousand Caves Noromo is far more of a fortress city and on its darkened alleys free sails walk untroubled, brigands in all but name looking for a master unwise enough to open their purses to them. Worship of Olweje is common during the summer and raucous when it does take place. One is more likely to find better deals on all manner of precious and valuable goods in its capital
Fioke of the Teeth
The commander of a company of free sails and raiders, though more clever and willing to negotiate than most of his ilk Fioke is a fel fighter though less for the strength of his arm or even the skill of his dagger as for the cunning with which he commands his men. You would not to meet him and his folk in a proper battle with no priests to adjudicate the trial.
Adetayo and Obari of Korman
Twin princes of the island who were involved in the slaying of their father and their great-grandmother Luaza at the behest of the shadow-kin, the anjo oru. They appear to be possessed by the creatures or utterly subservient to them. They have shown dark gifts from their pact, or enslavement, though not enough to judge what the source of the magic might be
Aina of Korman
Princess of the island and the only one left among the royal clan who still resists the evil which has infected their home. She has shown herself skillful in dealing with the fey, though whether by ancient pact or sorcerous powers of her own Roland does not know for certain. Her pride is unbent, though her means are limited, dependent as she is upon the favor of a foreign king.
The commander of a company of free sails and raiders, though more clever and willing to negotiate than most of his ilk Fioke is a fel fighter though less for the strength of his arm or even the skill of his dagger as for the cunning with which he commands his men. You would not to meet him and his folk in a proper battle with no priests to adjudicate the trial.
Adetayo and Obari of Korman
Twin princes of the island who were involved in the slaying of their father and their great-grandmother Luaza at the behest of the shadow-kin, the anjo oru. They appear to be possessed by the creatures or utterly subservient to them. They have shown dark gifts from their pact, or enslavement, though not enough to judge what the source of the magic might be
Aina of Korman
Princess of the island and the only one left among the royal clan who still resists the evil which has infected their home. She has shown herself skillful in dealing with the fey, though whether by ancient pact or sorcerous powers of her own Roland does not know for certain. Her pride is unbent, though her means are limited, dependent as she is upon the favor of a foreign king.
Island of Aram [La Palma]
One of Sunset Islands from which ship with Esha sailed.
Island of Surman [El Hierro]
Westernmost of the Sunset Islands worth the name, a poor and rocky place that drives its people to sea more than any of the others.
Okunrin "the Red" Okomo
Anwari raider and drummer who tried to attack "Pride of Koire"
Isele Okomo
Quite a vengeful brother of Okunrin Okomo.
Anwari raider and drummer who tried to attack "Pride of Koire"
Isele Okomo
Quite a vengeful brother of Okunrin Okomo.
The Northlands
Beyond the forests of birch and oak that girdle the coast of the inner sea there can be found a great grassy steppe that stretches to the west until the shores of the ocean and to the east is lost in the haze of tall tales beyond the ken of any map that can be found in the markets of Apuku. Though there are hills and mountains, lakes and rivers along which one can find forests of cold pine no nation rules those lands, only tribes of the Knikut and the hosts of the Horned Riders know their paths. The former keep to the forests and the hills whereas the riders hunt the herds of wild cattle, horses, mammoth and other strange beasts on the plains. Cold is the wind from the north and swift to steal the breath of any man caught in the open when winter lays upon the land. Should one care to listen there are legends abroad of frost fiends drawn to the traveler's fire and savage beasts with fangs sharper than any dagger.
Foothills of the Greyspine [The Alps]
Watches in Darkness
The most senior, or perhaps simply the most skilled of the warriors you met in the trials of Ikomi on Korman. He is proof that just as a fine manner and a silver tongue may hide a wicked heart so too might a savage mien be the garb of a warrior honorable as he is strong
Tender
Though not truly her name of the the owl masked shaman this is what she is called so long as he has not yet chosen her guiding spirit. What this means you understand only a little, but you can respect anyone who would set off on so dangerous a journey in search of his gods and even more so one who is willing to heal a former foe moments after being defeated in a duel.
The most senior, or perhaps simply the most skilled of the warriors you met in the trials of Ikomi on Korman. He is proof that just as a fine manner and a silver tongue may hide a wicked heart so too might a savage mien be the garb of a warrior honorable as he is strong
Tender
Though not truly her name of the the owl masked shaman this is what she is called so long as he has not yet chosen her guiding spirit. What this means you understand only a little, but you can respect anyone who would set off on so dangerous a journey in search of his gods and even more so one who is willing to heal a former foe moments after being defeated in a duel.
Willowbrook Hall
Cave near the cost of Suset Sea, probably on the territory of would-be France. Home of otterkin, although cave itself was not made by them.
Great Voice
Elderly otter-kin, about 12 years old. Lider of Willowbrook tribe.
Listens-to-the-Wind
Pup sharp of mind but swallow of wisdom, who released dragon dozenz of years ago.
Heavy Tail
Brother of Swift Pebble. Like his sister he too had seen the wonders that the southerners had brought with them and he too had desired them for himself and for his kin, but unlike his sister he had thought long and hard of how they might bring them to all of the people. It came to him that you could still make tools of the simpler stuff sch as copper.
Elderly otter-kin, about 12 years old. Lider of Willowbrook tribe.
Listens-to-the-Wind
Pup sharp of mind but swallow of wisdom, who released dragon dozenz of years ago.
Heavy Tail
Brother of Swift Pebble. Like his sister he too had seen the wonders that the southerners had brought with them and he too had desired them for himself and for his kin, but unlike his sister he had thought long and hard of how they might bring them to all of the people. It came to him that you could still make tools of the simpler stuff sch as copper.
Virokaia
Cro-Magnon tribe which dwells on the cost somewhere south from the Willowbrook. They drive away strangers from Wormhalls wich is known among them as a place of bad omen.
Father of Rivers
Some kind of river between Orinilu and White Lands. Tribe of Tsusax dwells on its banks.
Yarduk
Tribe which by cunning craft held the pass through the mountains that held off the frozen breath of the east wind.
The Great Lands
Inaurna Empire [Somewhere in Sub-Saharan West Africa]
One of the oldest and richest realms known to the Anwa, given the name 'Great Land' by its own folk and travelers alike it is and empire rules it is said by divine mandate from one descended of the God Elnu himself. The God Kings it is said can witness all in heir land and much beyond and they are quick to bring war and misfortune upon those who displease or defy them. Yet for all the gold in their treasury and all the tomes of lore in their great libraries the Anwa count this a decadent realm, where men bow and scrape to scribbles on clay and blood grown thin through the ages. Having heard this sort of talk before one might suspect more than a bit of Fox and Grapes in the matter
Oromo of the Hundred Towers
Capital of the Inaruna Empire, famed in song and tale as a center of commerce art and architecture as well as a city which has never fallen to a foreign invader, though not for lack of trying. Rich in both gold and silver which shine upon the tops of its many towers it is nonetheless just as notable for the repositories of knowledge from all across the world for that it is said the God Kings value above all other treasures.
Humbai
City of traders and sailors, though of a far less rough breed than the Anwa, their wide flat ships are made not to cut the currents and dare the storm, but to carry the works of the city to far off realms. In this city Ziku and Moru were born.
The Candleblight Caverns and the Deeps of Durik
Dark and perilious places, yet promising a bounty of precious things that have never seen the light of the sun to any bold enough to enter and fortunate enough to return
Region of Blue Sea
Atun [Morocco]
Pirates' den.
Sealkin Islands [Balearic Islands]
City Isangu (on the Eastern Sealkin Island) was founded by Agberi mystics, the Brotherhood of Nu, seeking shelter from persecution more than two centuries ago.
City Luaru (on the the Western Sealkin Island) is a heavy fortified city founded roughly at the same time as Orinilu.
Zaia' notes.
Agber [Land roughly assosiated with Sahara]
Zaia' notes (mostly about vetala)
Has some kind of impressive building named White Arch.
Nokuma [Greece]
Land of star worshipers and skilled miners of silver, so of that silver they make bells to symbolize their gods and they hang them in their temples as tinkling curtains, an echo of the celestial dance. Thousand Gods are worshipped there. One of the cities is Ilium.
Neios
Young man from the family of keepers of Sea Gate. Organized expedition to Wormhalls in a desperate attempt to retrieve some kind of grandfather's treasure.
Young man from the family of keepers of Sea Gate. Organized expedition to Wormhalls in a desperate attempt to retrieve some kind of grandfather's treasure.
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Locations and Characters of Interest
Note: Locations will be presented in the order they have been encountered in quest, either in person or as a concept. Generally only those of which significant amount is known IC will be presented.
The Blue Sea [The Mediterranean]
Dotted with small mercantile city states the sea provides a vital link in trade with the steppes and even the colder lands of the White Isles. Climate is relatively temperate with forests of evergreens and even broad-leaf trees being present north and south of the Sea
The Spear Islands [Columbretes Islands]
Small islands in the western Blue Sea which are counted sacred to Ikomi, due to the lack of reliable fresh water only a small settlement can dwell year round on the islands, using a reservoir to collect rain water, they are nominally under the authority of Orinilu the Fair. This is where the Marcella first made landfall in the new world and where it discovered the aftermath of a battle between Anwari sailors lead by Ilfa and the locals winch ended first in the death of the invaders, save only Inge, then in their rise as undead who destroyed the settlement and killed the priests.
Orinilu [Located in what would be Valencia]
Merchant city at the mouth of the river Kine grown rich off trade with the nomads to the north who bring goods from far and wide the city is well known for its glass-making and pottery as well as some of the best blue ships the Anwari know of. They are lead by a conclave of merchants and landholders which selects a 'Regency Council' of five members. The line of kings for which they are supposed to be regents was banished from the city three generations ago, but they kept the name, ruling in the came of the people and not the king. Rivals of Ibanora.
Zaia' notes.
Eriran the Seer
An Oracle more timid than bold and more mired in debt that he would like to admit, he has nonetheless proven skillful in the art of divination, if costly to make use of. The price of his aid was first the translation of a forbidden tome and then quite a hefty sum of silver. He seems to always be swinging between not wishing to be troubled with 'trifles' and not wishing to be involved in dangerous affairs.
Anisi, Anar and Eki
Hunters given the grim task of hunting down those who transgressed against Elnu and Ikomi, the gods of Fate and Death. By your understanding this includes fiends like the Anjo-Oru, malicious fey and wizards who work their arts in defiance of the law of the city and its environs. Hunters were more common in the days of the kings for now the temple of Elnu is no longer held in high esteem. Though your initial meeting with the three was balanced on the edge of a blade you eventually came to an understanding and earned the liking if not the trust of Anisi in your deeds in the city
Captain Ukuju
One supposes that a man chosen by the League of Captains to negotiate with Antonio, or perhaps one with enough sway to push though a foreigner just come to port into their ranks, is wealthy or powerful. Alas all you can recall of him is the odd wig. You wonder if all the nobles of the city wear such a thing.
An Oracle more timid than bold and more mired in debt that he would like to admit, he has nonetheless proven skillful in the art of divination, if costly to make use of. The price of his aid was first the translation of a forbidden tome and then quite a hefty sum of silver. He seems to always be swinging between not wishing to be troubled with 'trifles' and not wishing to be involved in dangerous affairs.
Anisi, Anar and Eki
Hunters given the grim task of hunting down those who transgressed against Elnu and Ikomi, the gods of Fate and Death. By your understanding this includes fiends like the Anjo-Oru, malicious fey and wizards who work their arts in defiance of the law of the city and its environs. Hunters were more common in the days of the kings for now the temple of Elnu is no longer held in high esteem. Though your initial meeting with the three was balanced on the edge of a blade you eventually came to an understanding and earned the liking if not the trust of Anisi in your deeds in the city
Captain Ukuju
One supposes that a man chosen by the League of Captains to negotiate with Antonio, or perhaps one with enough sway to push though a foreigner just come to port into their ranks, is wealthy or powerful. Alas all you can recall of him is the odd wig. You wonder if all the nobles of the city wear such a thing.
One of the major exporters of Tin in the western Blue Sea, the city is militaristic, lead by a Triad of Kings, one of Stone, one of Blood and one of Sea. They are the head of the Tin league, the most populous league of city states on the peninsula, though not the richest. Rivals of Orinilu.
The Mouth of the World [The Straights of Gibraltar]
The passage between the Blue Sea and the Sunset Sea, what the Anwari call the True Sea, the seaway is contested between the armies of the Tin League, particularly the phalanxes of Ibanora and the Stout Folk who had called the area home since time out of mind. Attempts have been made in the past by the city states to hold the straights and tax the trade that passes through them, but that is mostly in the form of Anwari Longships, who do not take kindly to attempts at pinching their hard earned, or hard-looted goods.
Sunset Sea/True Sea (Atlantic Ocean)
Colder and far more perilous sea than the Blue Sea, it is also called Ikomi's Sea because souls are thought to follow the sea to the west and because it is thought to stretch out endlessly westward
The Sunset Islands (Islands of the Anwa) [The Canary Islands]
A collection of eight major and many more minor islands in the Sunset Ocean, they are host to a people of skilled and far traveling mariners, traders and when the chance presents itself raiders. While the islands are rich in good timber and fine soils thy lack both tin and copper, needing to import both from far off lands. Though most of the Anwa are farmers as in other lands a significant numbers are fishers, some of which even dare to hunt the great leviathans of the deep as part of the rites of anointing new kings. These are by most accounts a people quarrelsome as they are bold with the head of every household partaking in a local assembly to which the minor lords must give account even as they can call the kings to account.
Island of Lirman [Fuerteventura]
Easternmost of the Sunset Islands and the one the Marcella made landfall upon after passing the Mouth of the world, it is flat with only a few modest peaks in the south of the islands, where it is not farmed the land is covered in forests of Laurel and other ever greens. The locals fish, farm and and brew strange red beer. There are wizards practicing their arts openly in the king's court
City of Apuku
Counting perhaps 25.000 souls the city would be called a town in other lands, but it is the largest settlement on the island. All the halls of the local clans are built around the Hearth Trees, to which they give much honor, almost as minor gods of the home. The king of the siland dwells here and he has given a princely welcome to the Marcella and her passengers.
Ohun Greenbelt
Aged and presumably learned sorcerer. He is by his own account a councilor and you have found a former regent to the young King Ansefu of Lirman, vouched for your passage onto the island and your oaths by a God not of the Anwa. Careful with his words and subtle of mind the old man is nonetheless not wholly opposed to taking risks as he did offer an important task to strangers on their first day ashore.You have agreed to make a trek on his behalf and see to the 'standing stones' he seems concerned for.
King Ansefu of Lirman
A young lord new-come to power and yet unused to its ways. For all that you have found him courteous and open to tales of distant lands. He rules it seems by the consent of the clans as much as by blood and the proclamation of the priests. He might have been born a bastard, if you understood the tale of his family aright, but that does not seem to carry any special stigma among the Anwa, or perhaps they would rather have a bastard than a woman ruling them. Son of king Ensefu.
Lina Osane
Elder sister of the King of Lirman, by somewhere between five and ten years, she was born to a foreigner and the mark of it is still upon her, in the brilliant green of her eyes. She has taken your side at court, seemingly out of a generous impulse and a unwillingness to bear fools silently. Still there is something more it it you are suspect. She was too quick to brush off her own aid for one who is used to the games of courtly power. Has been shown to be the daughter of a sea nymph and in some manner summoned home by the fey as the pride of their aid. So far she has refused the call.
Eki Teranoa
A bear of a man at first sight and truly his voice has something of a growl to it, one who is defending his lair perhaps. Apparently the reason he and all his clan have cause to quarrel with him is a promise Antonio made with his clan's rivals, though he seemed quick indeed to belittle you and yours and that you shall not forget, no matter the cause.
Onogu Iranea
Old is he and blind as a traveler in deepest whitest blizzard and white the color of his eyes, though according to Antonio any man who thinks that he has lost his wits with his sight is likely to be swiftly dissuaded of the notion, if he is lucky with words, if he is not with sharpened bronze in the back. An ally of convenience made with the promise of offering a chain shirt for study of the clan's smiths. Alas what might have been a hopeful cooperation was cut short by a chance meeting with one of his House practicing Blood magic upon hapless Boar Folk.
Almun Iranea
Bard from House Iranea who practiced Blood magic upon hapless Boar Folk. His face is pale and not in that natural manner than might show merely an aversion to the sun, but yellowing like old parchment and somehow... thin, as though there was something beneath waiting to burst forth.
Darun 'Half-hand' Torag
He deserves his name honestly enough to judge from the stump of his right hand, though he is no stranger with the use of his left.
House of Atuko
The only one House represented by a woman, still dark haired and straight backed she could be any age between forty and sixty with that particular poise that comes from having ruled long and shrewdly.
Aged and presumably learned sorcerer. He is by his own account a councilor and you have found a former regent to the young King Ansefu of Lirman, vouched for your passage onto the island and your oaths by a God not of the Anwa. Careful with his words and subtle of mind the old man is nonetheless not wholly opposed to taking risks as he did offer an important task to strangers on their first day ashore.You have agreed to make a trek on his behalf and see to the 'standing stones' he seems concerned for.
King Ansefu of Lirman
A young lord new-come to power and yet unused to its ways. For all that you have found him courteous and open to tales of distant lands. He rules it seems by the consent of the clans as much as by blood and the proclamation of the priests. He might have been born a bastard, if you understood the tale of his family aright, but that does not seem to carry any special stigma among the Anwa, or perhaps they would rather have a bastard than a woman ruling them. Son of king Ensefu.
Lina Osane
Elder sister of the King of Lirman, by somewhere between five and ten years, she was born to a foreigner and the mark of it is still upon her, in the brilliant green of her eyes. She has taken your side at court, seemingly out of a generous impulse and a unwillingness to bear fools silently. Still there is something more it it you are suspect. She was too quick to brush off her own aid for one who is used to the games of courtly power. Has been shown to be the daughter of a sea nymph and in some manner summoned home by the fey as the pride of their aid. So far she has refused the call.
Eki Teranoa
A bear of a man at first sight and truly his voice has something of a growl to it, one who is defending his lair perhaps. Apparently the reason he and all his clan have cause to quarrel with him is a promise Antonio made with his clan's rivals, though he seemed quick indeed to belittle you and yours and that you shall not forget, no matter the cause.
Onogu Iranea
Old is he and blind as a traveler in deepest whitest blizzard and white the color of his eyes, though according to Antonio any man who thinks that he has lost his wits with his sight is likely to be swiftly dissuaded of the notion, if he is lucky with words, if he is not with sharpened bronze in the back. An ally of convenience made with the promise of offering a chain shirt for study of the clan's smiths. Alas what might have been a hopeful cooperation was cut short by a chance meeting with one of his House practicing Blood magic upon hapless Boar Folk.
During Light's Passing head of true Onogu Iranea was found. Later it was revealed that he was killed and replaced by one of the Formless.
Almun Iranea
Bard from House Iranea who practiced Blood magic upon hapless Boar Folk. His face is pale and not in that natural manner than might show merely an aversion to the sun, but yellowing like old parchment and somehow... thin, as though there was something beneath waiting to burst forth.
Darun 'Half-hand' Torag
He deserves his name honestly enough to judge from the stump of his right hand, though he is no stranger with the use of his left.
House of Atuko
The only one House represented by a woman, still dark haired and straight backed she could be any age between forty and sixty with that particular poise that comes from having ruled long and shrewdly.
Poor port with clans Oran and Fadaka
Island of Korman [Gran Canaria]
More fertile and more geographically central of the Sunset Islands Korman's tribes are richer, their ships larger and more venturesome and its ports more accustomed to traders from far off places. Mead brewed in Korman is famed throughout the islands and beyond
City of Noromo
Build not around hearth trees but the imposing pale walls of the Thousand Caves Noromo is far more of a fortress city and on its darkened alleys free sails walk untroubled, brigands in all but name looking for a master unwise enough to open their purses to them. Worship of Olweje is common during the summer and raucous when it does take place. One is more likely to find better deals on all manner of precious and valuable goods in its capital
Fioke of the Teeth
The commander of a company of free sails and raiders, though more clever and willing to negotiate than most of his ilk Fioke is a fel fighter though less for the strength of his arm or even the skill of his dagger as for the cunning with which he commands his men. You would not to meet him and his folk in a proper battle with no priests to adjudicate the trial.
Adetayo and Obari of Korman
Twin princes of the island who were involved in the slaying of their father and their great-grandmother Luaza at the behest of the shadow-kin, the anjo oru. They appear to be possessed by the creatures or utterly subservient to them. They have shown dark gifts from their pact, or enslavement, though not enough to judge what the source of the magic might be
Aina of Korman
Princess of the island and the only one left among the royal clan who still resists the evil which has infected their home. She has shown herself skillful in dealing with the fey, though whether by ancient pact or sorcerous powers of her own Roland does not know for certain. Her pride is unbent, though her means are limited, dependent as she is upon the favor of a foreign king.
The commander of a company of free sails and raiders, though more clever and willing to negotiate than most of his ilk Fioke is a fel fighter though less for the strength of his arm or even the skill of his dagger as for the cunning with which he commands his men. You would not to meet him and his folk in a proper battle with no priests to adjudicate the trial.
Adetayo and Obari of Korman
Twin princes of the island who were involved in the slaying of their father and their great-grandmother Luaza at the behest of the shadow-kin, the anjo oru. They appear to be possessed by the creatures or utterly subservient to them. They have shown dark gifts from their pact, or enslavement, though not enough to judge what the source of the magic might be
Aina of Korman
Princess of the island and the only one left among the royal clan who still resists the evil which has infected their home. She has shown herself skillful in dealing with the fey, though whether by ancient pact or sorcerous powers of her own Roland does not know for certain. Her pride is unbent, though her means are limited, dependent as she is upon the favor of a foreign king.
Island of Aram [La Palma]
One of Sunset Islands from which ship with Esha sailed.
Island of Surman [El Hierro]
Westernmost of the Sunset Islands worth the name, a poor and rocky place that drives its people to sea more than any of the others.
Okunrin "the Red" Okomo
Anwari raider and drummer who tried to attack "Pride of Koire"
Isele Okomo
Quite a vengeful brother of Okunrin Okomo.
Anwari raider and drummer who tried to attack "Pride of Koire"
Isele Okomo
Quite a vengeful brother of Okunrin Okomo.
The Northlands
Beyond the forests of birch and oak that girdle the coast of the inner sea there can be found a great grassy steppe that stretches to the west until the shores of the ocean and to the east is lost in the haze of tall tales beyond the ken of any map that can be found in the markets of Apuku. Though there are hills and mountains, lakes and rivers along which one can find forests of cold pine no nation rules those lands, only tribes of the Knikut and the hosts of the Horned Riders know their paths. The former keep to the forests and the hills whereas the riders hunt the herds of wild cattle, horses, mammoth and other strange beasts on the plains. Cold is the wind from the north and swift to steal the breath of any man caught in the open when winter lays upon the land. Should one care to listen there are legends abroad of frost fiends drawn to the traveler's fire and savage beasts with fangs sharper than any dagger.
Foothills of the Greyspine [The Alps]
Watches in Darkness
The most senior, or perhaps simply the most skilled of the warriors you met in the trials of Ikomi on Korman. He is proof that just as a fine manner and a silver tongue may hide a wicked heart so too might a savage mien be the garb of a warrior honorable as he is strong
Tender
Though not truly her name of the the owl masked shaman this is what she is called so long as he has not yet chosen her guiding spirit. What this means you understand only a little, but you can respect anyone who would set off on so dangerous a journey in search of his gods and even more so one who is willing to heal a former foe moments after being defeated in a duel.
The most senior, or perhaps simply the most skilled of the warriors you met in the trials of Ikomi on Korman. He is proof that just as a fine manner and a silver tongue may hide a wicked heart so too might a savage mien be the garb of a warrior honorable as he is strong
Tender
Though not truly her name of the the owl masked shaman this is what she is called so long as he has not yet chosen her guiding spirit. What this means you understand only a little, but you can respect anyone who would set off on so dangerous a journey in search of his gods and even more so one who is willing to heal a former foe moments after being defeated in a duel.
Willowbrook Hall
Cave near the cost of Suset Sea, probably on the territory of would-be France. Home of otterkin, although cave itself was not made by them.
Great Voice
Elderly otter-kin, about 12 years old. Lider of Willowbrook tribe.
Listens-to-the-Wind
Pup sharp of mind but swallow of wisdom, who released dragon dozenz of years ago.
Heavy Tail
Brother of Swift Pebble. Like his sister he too had seen the wonders that the southerners had brought with them and he too had desired them for himself and for his kin, but unlike his sister he had thought long and hard of how they might bring them to all of the people. It came to him that you could still make tools of the simpler stuff sch as copper.
Elderly otter-kin, about 12 years old. Lider of Willowbrook tribe.
Listens-to-the-Wind
Pup sharp of mind but swallow of wisdom, who released dragon dozenz of years ago.
Heavy Tail
Brother of Swift Pebble. Like his sister he too had seen the wonders that the southerners had brought with them and he too had desired them for himself and for his kin, but unlike his sister he had thought long and hard of how they might bring them to all of the people. It came to him that you could still make tools of the simpler stuff sch as copper.
Virokaia
Cro-Magnon tribe which dwells on the cost somewhere south from the Willowbrook. They drive away strangers from Wormhalls wich is known among them as a place of bad omen.
Father of Rivers
Some kind of river between Orinilu and White Lands. Tribe of Tsusax dwells on its banks.
Yarduk
Tribe which by cunning craft held the pass through the mountains that held off the frozen breath of the east wind.
The Great Lands
Inaurna Empire [Somewhere in Sub-Saharan West Africa]
One of the oldest and richest realms known to the Anwa, given the name 'Great Land' by its own folk and travelers alike it is and empire rules it is said by divine mandate from one descended of the God Elnu himself. The God Kings it is said can witness all in heir land and much beyond and they are quick to bring war and misfortune upon those who displease or defy them. Yet for all the gold in their treasury and all the tomes of lore in their great libraries the Anwa count this a decadent realm, where men bow and scrape to scribbles on clay and blood grown thin through the ages. Having heard this sort of talk before one might suspect more than a bit of Fox and Grapes in the matter
Oromo of the Hundred Towers
Capital of the Inaruna Empire, famed in song and tale as a center of commerce art and architecture as well as a city which has never fallen to a foreign invader, though not for lack of trying. Rich in both gold and silver which shine upon the tops of its many towers it is nonetheless just as notable for the repositories of knowledge from all across the world for that it is said the God Kings value above all other treasures.
Humbai
City of traders and sailors, though of a far less rough breed than the Anwa, their wide flat ships are made not to cut the currents and dare the storm, but to carry the works of the city to far off realms. In this city Ziku and Moru were born.
The Candleblight Caverns and the Deeps of Durik
Dark and perilious places, yet promising a bounty of precious things that have never seen the light of the sun to any bold enough to enter and fortunate enough to return
Region of Blue Sea
Atun [Morocco]
Pirates' den.
Sealkin Islands [Balearic Islands]
City Isangu (on the Eastern Sealkin Island) was founded by Agberi mystics, the Brotherhood of Nu, seeking shelter from persecution more than two centuries ago.
City Luaru (on the the Western Sealkin Island) is a heavy fortified city founded roughly at the same time as Orinilu.
Zaia' notes.
Agber [Land roughly assosiated with Sahara]
Zaia' notes (mostly about vetala)
Has some kind of impressive building named White Arch.
Nokuma [Greece]
Land of star worshipers and skilled miners of silver, so of that silver they make bells to symbolize their gods and they hang them in their temples as tinkling curtains, an echo of the celestial dance. Thousand Gods are worshipped there. One of the cities is Ilium.
Neios
Young man from the family of keepers of Sea Gate. Organized expedition to Wormhalls in a desperate attempt to retrieve some kind of grandfather's treasure.
Young man from the family of keepers of Sea Gate. Organized expedition to Wormhalls in a desperate attempt to retrieve some kind of grandfather's treasure.
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Thanks, will look over in the morning.