[DnD 5e] Playthings in an Interplanar Dollhouse- A Path of the Planebreaker Adventure

[NontheistCleric]

Ulaam Construct AC: 18 HP: 33/43 THP: 5 PP: 16 PIv: 16 PIs: 13 Conditions: Mage Armor Concentration: Darkness Spells: 1

Sesog Familiar AC: 13 HP: 10/10 PP: 11 PIv: 10 PIs: 13 Conditions: Concentration:

"I could try Draconic," Ulaam offers while they're waiting for Hylusi to finish her ritual. "Sometimes lizardfolk speak that—not that these ones are giving any sign that they do. Spell's probably the better bet."

Sesog looks slightly sour at Ulaam's flaunting of her Draconic. Another thing lost in the demotion.

[Archmage1]

John Smith Human Eldritch Knight AC: 19 HP: 33/44 PP: 12 PIv: 12 PIs: 9 Conditions: Concentrating: Glad that Jason was back on his feet, and feeling better, John remained silent as Ulaam, Prince Doredan, and Bil continued their conversation, listening intently. He does his best to clean off some of the much of his armor as he walks along, following Jason on the route to the lizardmen camp. Reaching the camp, he remains quiet, clearly less than confident in his stealth skills, and without the communications magics that Hylusi boasted of.

[NontheistCleric]

Ulaam Construct AC: 18 HP: 33/43 THP: 5 PP: 16 PIv: 16 PIs: 13 Conditions: Mage Armor Concentration: Darkness Spells: 1

Sesog Familiar AC: 13 HP: 10/10 PP: 11 PIv: 10 PIs: 13 Conditions: Concentration:

"Here, let me," Ulaam says to John. With a few incantations she manages to purge his equipment of mud and blood, although at least his boots are just getting immediately dirty again anyway. "Jason, you want a clean too? You... might need it a bit more."

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A few castings of Prestidigitation to get all that dirt off,

[Archmage1]

John Smith Human Eldritch Knight AC: 19 HP: 334/44 PP: 12 PIv: 12 PIs: 9 Conditions: Concentrating: John nods in thanks as he feels Ulaam's magic removing the gunk. "Thank you. This goop is not pleasant, nor was the ichor." As the irritating distraction departs, John carefully looks over the lizard camp, looking for signs of trading. Spoiler: ooc Show (1d20+2)[4] Perception

[jscape2000]

Bil Twilight Cleric of Damh AC: 18 HP: 38 / 33 THP: 6 PP: 17 PIv: 11 PIs: 17 Conditions: Concentrating on: detect magic 5 / 5 d8 HD Spell Slots- 1st: 3/4, 2nd: 2/3, 3rd: 0/2; channel 3/3 As the walk, Bil shares the central tenets of Damh’s faith with Jason. While Hylusi casts the spell to comprehend languages, Bil offers up a prayer of his own tat will reveal an auras of enchantment nearby. Spoiler: ooc Show ritual cast detect magic

[purepolarpanzer]

Lizardfolk Village

The ritual casting of both spells goes off without a hitch. Hylusi finds herself able to translate, while Bil becomes capable of identifying subterfuge. John does not spot any signs of major trade, but this village is so small it may run on a barter system.

Another throaty roar goes up in the murk, joined by other lizard folk's voices in a chorus. Hylusi now understands the song. "All clear, all safe, praise the great healer, Zanasuresh!" As this cry is taken up by various folk around the swampy village, singing "Praise the great healer, Zanasuresh!", Hylusi realizes that it is not just a song, but a sentry's call. These people are on alert to danger.

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Unless other preparations are needed, who do you all approach? Some of the folk look unarmed, some are armed, and some are pretty massive. One building looks like a larger and more prestigious hut and may belong to a leader, but you can't reach it without encountering the other 'folk first.

[RandomWombat]

Prince Doredan Human Martial Bard 5 AC: 14+0 HP: 34/33+5 thp: 6 PP: 9 PIv: 11 PIs: 9 Conditions: Standing Reaction: Dodge Roll if critically hit or if hit while at 12 hit points or less (1/encounter) Pizza Power: Advantage on a Str or Con check until next long rest Savtuan Dream: 1/1 /LR, add Int, Wis or Cha to a physical check, attack or damage roll (before the roll is made) "With telepathy and your spell, you should now be able to communicate with them, yes?" stowing his dagger, the prince nods and looks ahead. "Then the lead is yours', Magus. Let us see if they are civil."

[Awful]

Hylusi Quaternaros, Magus of Bleakpines Magework Necromancer Darkvision: 60ft AC: 15 HP: 32/32 THP: 6 PP: 14 PIv: 14 PIs: 11 Conditions: Pizza Power: Advantage on a Str or Con check until next long rest Savtuan Dream: 1/1 /LR, add Int, Wis or Cha to a physical check, attack or damage roll (before the roll is made) Concentrating on: 5/5 d6 HD Arcane recovery 1/1 Spell Slots- 4/4 1st, 2/3 2nd, 2/2 3rd Fingerbone staff 7/10 Alchemical treats: 3/7 granting 6THP Goreling count: 7 [COLOR=#696969]<Interesting. They are doing a call-response for danger - something must have them spooked, likely to do with the demons we encountered earlier. Even more interesting, they're calling upon a corpse - or something close to one, anyway. A dead lizard god named Zanasuresh, a deity of healing and water. Fell trying to stop some lizard apocalypse or some such.> She waited until a more ordinary lizard folk came close - messaging directly into the reptile's mind, simply standing, watching cautiously. [COLOR=#696969]<You, lizard! Hark! We are slayers of demons and travellers from far places. We seek both foes of ours and...> she glanced at the machine and the less-handsome human. <A companion we have reason to believe may have encountered your kind. We would speak to your leader on these matters.>

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[jscape2000]

Bil Twilight Cleric of Damh AC: 18 HP: 38 / 33 THP: 6 PP: 17 PIv: 11 PIs: 17 Conditions: Concentrating on: detect magic 5 / 5 d8 HD Spell Slots- 1st: 3/4, 2nd: 2/3, 3rd: 0/2; channel 3/3 His magic detection spell complete, Bil scans the village again. Spoiler: ooc Show perception 18 if that's necessary

[Archmage1]

John Smith Human Eldritch Knight AC: 19 HP: 33/44 PP: 12 PIv: 12 PIs: 9 Conditions: Concentrating: With his rescuers trying to be diplomatic, John remains silent, not wanting to ruin their efforts.

[purepolarpanzer]

Savtua Swamp Village

The reaction is slow, by comparison to most humanoids. First the head raises, followed by the tongue extending, and only then does the lizard folk turn to face Hylusi and the rest of the party. One of the smaller of the species, they still crest six feet.

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"Zanasuresh, outsiders have come. Shall we turn them away, Zanasuresh?"

The tongue samples the air again before turning to Jason.

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"You are wounded. They are scratched, but you are close to death."

The lizard turns towards the village and releases a bellowing grunt, which quickly was picked up by the other lizard folk.

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"Zanasuresh, we are bound to mend all who are broken, Zanasuresh!"

The lizardfolk turns back to all of you in a slow, swaying motion.

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"You will follow. We will heal. Perhaps trade. Then you will walk away on your special path. These are the ways of Zanasuresh."

Without waiting for a reply, the lizard folk turns and leads you all onward towards the center of the village. All the folk around the swampy village center turn to look at you all, then resolutely go back to their tasks, whispering to Zanasuresh in hushed voices. The folk you first met leads you to the largest building out on the water, where two massive specimens stand guard.

Their frills do not rise when you come, and they do not appear agitated, but still they converse in stern terms with your guide before pulling open the door to the hut and admitting you. Inside, you find a room with hanging herbs and grasses that smells of spice and fresh water. A hole in the center of the floor leads directly into the clear, cool waters of the swamp below. Squatting on the other side of the hole is a withered and aged looking folk carrying a staff, which he is currently using to fish. He doesn't look up when you arrive, but as your guide explains the situation the old healer glances up at Doredan.

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Your sister is gone. Lost to the mists. We told her not to go, not to wander the Maze of Mists. Have you come to find her? She is lost...

Then he speaks in an approximation of the trade language all of you speak, though he speaks slowly and with a lot of hissing. "Healing in the pool. Trade. Then you shall leave, Zanasuresh." He flicks his fishing pole staff upward, points at Jason, then points at the hole.

"Uh... should I... get in?" Whispers Jason, wary around these people he has never met before.

[RandomWombat]

Prince Doredan Human Martial Bard 5 AC: 14+0 HP: 34/33+5 thp: 6 PP: 9 PIv: 11 PIs: 9 Conditions: Standing Reaction: Dodge Roll if critically hit or if hit while at 12 hit points or less (1/encounter) Pizza Power: Advantage on a Str or Con check until next long rest Savtuan Dream: 1/1 /LR, add Int, Wis or Cha to a physical check, attack or damage roll (before the roll is made) Stepping cautiously along behind the seemingly friendly lizardfolk, Doredan keeps his hands away from his weapons out of respect - though he remains tense. "They do not seem dangerous," he mutters to Bil. At the heart of the village, near the healing pool, Doredan nods his head respectfully at the apparent elder, fishing nearby. "You speak many tongues. I thank you for your information," still looking apprehensive, he asks, "What is the Maze of Mists? And - do you know of a group of criminals hiding in Savtua?" Finally, as the party members who have need are mending themselves, he offers, "You have given us aid. Are you in need of aid against the demonic creatures infesting this place?"

[jscape2000]

Bil Twilight Cleric of Damh AC: 18 HP: 38 / 33 THP: 6 PP: 17 PIv: 11 PIs: 17 Conditions: Concentrating on: detect magic 5 / 5 d8 HD Spell Slots- 1st: 3/4, 2nd: 2/3, 3rd: 0/2; channel 3/3 “Indeed my liege, we would do well to act graciously here.” Bil does his best to lead by example. Mastering the innate discomfort he feels around the lizard people, he smiles and bows when introduced to the elder. When Jason hesitates, Bil gives the man a reassuring pat on the shoulder- “I feel we can trust them. Why lead us to the heart of their village to betray us now?” Spoiler: ooc Show 19 insight to remain alert to any betrayal

[Archmage1]

John Smith Human Eldritch Knight AC: 19 HP: 33/44 PP: 12 PIv: 12 PIs: 9 Conditions: Concentrating: Following the lead of Prince Doredan, John walks up as well, but remains silent until the offer of healing comes along, and he looks to Jason. "Why wouldn't they be willing to help?"

[Awful]

Hylusi Quaternaros, Magus of Bleakpines Magework Necromancer Darkvision: 60ft AC: 15 HP: 32/32 THP: 6 PP: 14 PIv: 14 PIs: 11 Conditions: Pizza Power: Advantage on a Str or Con check until next long rest Savtuan Dream: 1/1 /LR, add Int, Wis or Cha to a physical check, attack or damage roll (before the roll is made) Concentrating on: 5/5 d6 HD Arcane recovery 1/1 Spell Slots- 4/4 1st, 2/3 2nd, 2/2 3rd Fingerbone staff 7/10 Alchemical treats: 3/7 granting 6THP Goreling count: 7 Translating as she went, the Magus couldn't help a thin smile at Bil's comment. Her next mind-whisper was for the party alone and not their scale-clad hosts, a sibilant thrum of amusement in it like a needle. <Why, that should be obvious, ser rabbit - it's harder for the prey to escape when it's been kind enough to step between the jaws, don't you think? Any host in a properly settled location and with two grams of brain to rub together has a slaughter-location for... those certain kinds of guests.> She made an airy gesture of dismissal. <They're invoking their merciful healing god a lot, however, so I suspect they're actually being genuine. Dip away, human. You'll come to no harm.> For her part she was entirely uninjured; she stood and watched, two hands folded into her sleeves and the three servitors motionless behind her.

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[purepolarpanzer]

Savtua Swamp

Jason lowers himself into the pool of clean water, and the leader of the folk raises their voice in a loud, echoing chant. Soon it is joined by the other members of the village, and then the pool begins to glow. The wounded warrior exclaims in surprise, then groans in relief as a thick layer of shed skin forms over his body, healing his wounds steadily as he slowly recovers. The elder, no longer needed to keep up the village's chant, speaks to Doredan.

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"The Maze of Mists is the emptiness beyond our village. You will find empty white in all directions, with nothing but the mind mists to keep you company or guide your path. It is easy to get lost- we do not go there, Zanasuresh. Your look alike said that pirates had a cache in the mists and she would find it. She is not the first to lose herself in the hunt for foolish treasure in the emptiness, Zanasuresh. There are faces, places, shadows of the past and future in the mist, but trying to read them is like trying to capture a reflection in the water with your fingers, Zanasuresh...

The elder looks as though they are considering something, then speaks again, this time with desperation showing through their voice.

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The demons of the mist have always been with us, since the time when we walked with our god, Zanasuresh. But they have been becoming more active, more horrible, and more numerous in the last season. They seem to be concentrated to the east, in the same direction your sister look alike went. Direction loses all meaning when one passes into the Maze, but if you seek the treasure of the mists, know we will reward you if you can find the source that agitates the demons and end it, Zanasuresh. My warriors can handle the odd demon, but they seem to come in waves, and work together like warriors instead of mindless monsters. Please, if you follow her footsteps, you are bound in that direction anyway. Please, help our village, Zanasuresh..."

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The pool heals you each to full hit points over the course of five minutes, and is extremely soothing healing, though it does leave a layer of scratchy snake skin that has to be shed or rubbed away.

[RandomWombat]

Prince Doredan Human Martial Bard 5 AC: 14+0 HP: 34/33+5 thp: 6 PP: 9 PIv: 11 PIs: 9 Conditions: Standing Reaction: Dodge Roll if critically hit or if hit while at 12 hit points or less (1/encounter) Pizza Power: Advantage on a Str or Con check until next long rest Savtuan Dream: 1/1 /LR, add Int, Wis or Cha to a physical check, attack or damage roll (before the roll is made) Though grateful for their wounded to be treated by the mending pool, the prince does not venture into it himself for the scarce scratches he suffered. He would sooner avoid scrubbing scales from his skin, the thought alone making him shudder. Turning to the village elder, Doredan nods his head in understanding as the gears in his head turn, piecing together each fragment of information. "The only thing I know of that has changed in this place is the pirates. If this place conjures thoughts and memories," he looks out into the misty 'eastern' yonder. "Well, a fiend-led pirate crew sounds to me like a bad influence. I aim to end them - should that end your demon problem with it, all the happier shall we be."

[jscape2000]

Bil Twilight Cleric of Damh AC: 18 HP: 38 / 33 THP: 6 PP: 17 PIv: 11 PIs: 17 Conditions: Concentrating on: detect magic 5 / 5 d8 HD Spell Slots- 1st: 3/4, 2nd: 2/3, 3rd: 0/2; channel 3/3 While not able to project his thoughts into the minds of his companions, Bil hopes his exaggerated eyeroll communicates his feelings on Hylusi's deep paranoia. He's hardly an incautious fellow, but nothing of this villages speaks danger to him. Instead, he quotes the holy scripture: "We are here to help each other get through this thing, whatever it is.” Once someone translates he chieftain's words, Bil's leporine nose twitches at an impressive rate. "I pray to Damh for an enhancement to my sight, which would make the invisible visible, but that would not reveal the merely obscured. We should consider binding ourselves together with lengths of rope. To be separate in the swamp would have been dangerous. It sounds to me that being separated in the Maze could prove fatal." "Friend Ulaam, could you ask the elder - was Doriana attacked before she reached your village?" Bil struggles to construct the timeline between Doriana's departure from the village and the vision granted to the prince. "It could be, my liege, that your vision of your soul-sister was a premonition and a possible future, rather than an accounting of her present. If space is as mutable as our host suggests, perhaps the mists also blur the edges of time?" Spoiler: ooc Show

[Archmage1]

John Smith Human Eldritch Knight AC: 19 HP: 33/44 PP: 12 PIv: 12 PIs: 9 Conditions: Concentrating: Still standing to the side, listening, John looks confused as Hylusi translates the lizardfolk's explanation. "But if Doriana left from here, how did he hire Ulaam, Jason, and I? And she didn't say anything about treasure hunting?" Despite his confusion, his glances at Jason show relief as his companion slowly heals.

[purepolarpanzer]

Savtua Swamp Village

The elder explains that Doriana was found, brought to the village, and healed, all while her employees were running for their lives in the swamp. She was rescued, healed, and then she left again, pausing only to ask the elder to send out scouts to find John, Ulaam, and Jason. But the folk do not venture into the mists for just any outsiders.

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"The mists echo with the monsters of Oldhome, but they are becoming even more twisted and forsaken. The twinling most certainly marches toward her doom, Zanasuresh."

[jscape2000]

Bil Twilight Cleric of Damh AC: 18 HP: 38 / 33 THP: 6 PP: 17 PIv: 11 PIs: 17 Conditions: Concentrating on: detect magic 5 / 5 d8 HD Spell Slots- 1st: 3/4, 2nd: 2/3, 3rd: 0/2; channel 3/3 “We will search for our lost fellow-traveler,” Bil offers to the elder. “Thank you for the warm welcome you have given us and our absent friend. You do us much honor and I will pray to Damh to remember you to Zanasuresh.” Turning to Jason, the priest offers. “Your sword would be welcome where we go. On the other hand, some here to watch for Doriana might be valuable, if you feel not up to the journey.” Spoiler: ooc Show

[RandomWombat]

Prince Doredan Human Martial Bard 5 AC: 14+0 HP: 34/33+5 thp: 6 PP: 9 PIv: 11 PIs: 9 Conditions: Standing Reaction: Dodge Roll if critically hit or if hit while at 12 hit points or less (1/encounter) Pizza Power: Advantage on a Str or Con check until next long rest Savtuan Dream: 1/1 /LR, add Int, Wis or Cha to a physical check, attack or damage roll (before the roll is made) "The 'demons' we faced fell well enough," Doredan proclaims to the party, in an attempt to raise their morale after the lizard's defeatist remarks. He glances at Jason. "Once they no longer had the element of surprise, that is." Drawing his mask with a sweep of his hand, he sets it on his face to see if anything is coming through from the other side. If not, he motions for Bil to take the lead. The priest's senses are keen, after all. "Let us procure rope to tie ourselves together, and set out."

[Archmage1]

John Smith Human Eldritch Knight AC: 19 HP: 33/44 PP: 12 PIv: 12 PIs: 9 Conditions: Concentrating: John falls silent as the sequence of events is explained to him, before he nods after Doredan finishes speaking. "I think that working together to find Dorianna is definitely the best move. If we're lucky, we might even be able to avoid the demons, or take them by surprise." Then, he turns to Jason. "I also think that leaving someone here to get her to stay here is a good idea. I don't think the lizardfolk are likely to hurt you, although they might expect you to fight to protect the village, if attacked? But I don't think we have a way out of here without her help." Spoiler: OOC Show

[Awful]

Hylusi Quaternaros, Magus of Bleakpines Magework Necromancer Darkvision: 60ft AC: 15 HP: 32/32 THP: 6 PP: 14 PIv: 14 PIs: 11 Conditions: Pizza Power: Advantage on a Str or Con check until next long rest Savtuan Dream: 1/1 /LR, add Int, Wis or Cha to a physical check, attack or damage roll (before the roll is made) Concentrating on: 5/5 d6 HD Arcane recovery 1/1 Spell Slots- 4/4 1st, 2/3 2nd, 2/2 3rd Fingerbone staff 7/10 Alchemical treats: 3/7 granting 6THP Goreling count: 7 She raised a slender black eyebrow - not that it could really be seen in the shadows of her hat <Why split our forces? If we're going to battle, even the human might be useful. If our wayward wanderer manages to return, have the lizards bid her wait.> The soul sister was, after all, an object of curiosity - but hardly essential to why they had come here.

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[purepolarpanzer]

Savtua Swamp Village

Jason looks from Hylusi to John, then back to the elder. "If you'd have me, elder, I would stay here and help guard your people." He turns back towards the party and explains "Someone should hold a position here. It's all too easy to get lost in this misty mystery going on, and at the very least if I stay here there will be someone to shout and guide you in when you get close." He reaches into his pack and removes a coil of rope. "But I can give this to all of you. If you cinch it round your waists, you should be able to avoid being turned around in the mists."

[Awful]

Hylusi Quaternaros, Magus of Bleakpines Magework Necromancer Darkvision: 60ft AC: 15 HP: 32/32 THP: 6 PP: 14 PIv: 14 PIs: 11 Conditions: Pizza Power: Advantage on a Str or Con check until next long rest Savtuan Dream: 1/1 /LR, add Int, Wis or Cha to a physical check, attack or damage roll (before the roll is made) Concentrating on: 5/5 d6 HD Arcane recovery 1/1 Spell Slots- 4/4 1st, 2/3 2nd, 2/2 3rd Fingerbone staff 7/10 Alchemical treats: 3/7 granting 6THP Goreling count: 7 The Magus sighed. What a waste of diamond dust the human's resurrection had been, especially since she could used the spare parts. <Of course.> her mental voice hissed snippily. If someone must be left behind while trying to find someone in a misbegotten swamp, let it be the tracker, so he can guard a hundred lizardfolk from the demon hordes.>

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[RandomWombat]

Prince Doredan Human Martial Bard 5 AC: 14+0 HP: 34/33+5 thp: 6 PP: 9 PIv: 11 PIs: 9 Conditions: Standing Reaction: Dodge Roll if critically hit or if hit while at 12 hit points or less (1/encounter) Pizza Power: Advantage on a Str or Con check until next long rest Savtuan Dream: 1/1 /LR, add Int, Wis or Cha to a physical check, attack or damage roll (before the roll is made) It is all too clear to Doredan that the man had swiftly leapt upon an excuse to avoid further confrontations with the demons. With what had happened, could the prince blame him? Seeing as Hylusi's grim hiss serves well enough as chastisement, Doredan comments no further. The man's choices are his own; it is not as though any terms had been laid out for his resurrection. Instead, he takes the rope. "So be it, then," and with the tool in hand, he sets about binding them together into a marching order.

[Archmage1]

John Smith Human Eldritch Knight AC: 19 HP: 33/44 PP: 12 PIv: 12 PIs: 9 Conditions: Concentrating: Seeing Jason take on the hardest part of the adventure, John gives him a nod, and clasps his arm. "Good luck. We'll be back again. Maybe you can find a present for your child here, and tell her the story?" Unlike both Hylusi and Doredan, John doesn't seem to be put out by the absence in the least, clearly understanding the decision. Approaching Doredan, John accepts the tying of the rope, and verifies that it was loose enough for him to move freely without getting too separated.

[jscape2000]

Bil Twilight Cleric of Damh AC: 18 HP: 38 / 33 THP: 6 PP: 17 PIv: 11 PIs: 17 Conditions: Concentrating on: detect magic 5 / 5 d8 HD Spell Slots- 1st: 3/4, 2nd: 2/3, 3rd: 0/2; channel 3/3 Bil extends a paw, patting Jason on the shoulder. "I look forward to seeing you soon enough," he offers. Damh charges his followers to seek out new experiences; having tasted death, who could blame the man for not chancing a second draught so soon? Turning to his adventuring companions, the haregon gives his shield a resolute thunk! "This rope will be most helpful. Allow me, your highness," he says. The armored priest takes his point at the head of the party with pride, knowing they would be depending on his keen senses to serve as their scout in the mists.

[purepolarpanzer]

Savtua Swamp

The party lashes themselves together, leaving enough room for some maneuverability without being held back by bonds. Following this, one of the large lizard folk, easily twice the height and heft to most of you, leads you to the eastern edge of the village. When you pass the last of the small huts and fishing supply depots, the giant 'folk points towards the east and grunts "Danger. Bring safety with you..." and he gestures towards your arms and armor. Then he waits for you all to pass out of sight before returning to his work in the village.

You travel for several hours, and it isn't long before there is no sign of the village behind you. It's been atleast a half hour since you heard the bellowing cries of alert worship by the 'Folk. The spongey, wet ground still smells fresh and clean, but the moss and the mud seems to be... greyer out here. And as you pass even further, it becomes clear that something paranormal is amiss. You reach a boundary, not a precise one, but a loose one, where the swampy terrain just... ends. And it doesn't transition into some other type of terrain, it simply gives over to a flat, empty plane of grey. Grey sky, grey horizon, grey, unremarkable earth beneath your feat. The only landmark within sight is humped shadow about the size of the largest of the 'Folk that looks like an immobile boulder shrouded by mist.

The mist itself is also mysterious. It dances before your eyes, seems to gather in your hands, and occasionally seems to have far more... substance, than any mist has any right to. If particularly vivid memories play in your minds, pulses of color and vague imagery pass through the mist like a gentle spray of color, hanging vibrantly around the issuer like a following pet for a few moments before dissipating into the ether. Whatever the true nature of this mist is, you are all having some sort of effect on it. Or is it having an effect on you? Only time will tell...

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If people want to proceed to the next set piece landmark they may indicate that they want to do so. Anyone who wants to try to interact or influence the mist may roll either a intelligence, wisdom, or charisma flat check. The results are listed below, and you may roleplay them as appropriate.

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Nothing seems to happen. The mist does take on some weak color, but it may just be a trick of the mind.

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An image from your mind is hazily projected onto the mist, and, while fuzzy and indistinct, it appears so real that you could reach out and touch it!

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You manage to manifest a window into a memory of your life, and more over on instinct you reach into this memory and withdraw some mundane object from it like a dagger from a sheath. What do you manifest? What significance does it have to you? It appears to be as solid and real as any object you've ever known, but you know it is naught but memory, mist, and some form of psychic power.