Once more, I look to a past campaign for inspiration. This continues the story of Ashja Mateyus and the city of Port Freehaven. The following morning, Sister Egathra met them after breakfast. “Sounds like there was some excitement on the docks last evening,” she said. “Was there?” asked Rayus, looking around at her companions. “Aye. … Continue reading Ashja: The Temple of Vudan
Random Quote for February 28, 2026
“The service we render to others is really the rent we pay for our room on this earth. It is obvious that man is himself a traveler; that the purpose of this world is not ‘to have and to hold’ but ‘to give and serve’.”~Wilfred Grenfell British doctor Wilfred Grenfell was born on this day … Continue reading Random Quote for February 28, 2026
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The Scarlet Revenge
After reaching the temple, Sister Egathra left the party with a cheery “g’day.” “Now what?” Ashja asked her companions. “I didn’t want to alarm Sister Egathra,” said Rayus, “but I’ve heard rumors of Captain Gutmark.” Ivy perked up. “He’s an orc pirate,” the cleric continued. “His crew is rumored to be one of the most … Continue reading The Scarlet Revenge
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