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Calaethis Dragonsbane · 02-07-2005, 05:36 PM

OOC: As with part II - "Because the last thread is getting to large, please continue from where we left off here."
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A Summary of Events

The Adventure began with the group meeting within a tavern and embarking upon a quest to regain their lost memories and as to why they, and everyone else of them in known radius were stripped of them.

After travelling first to the local temple and meeting a mysterious robed figure who pointed them in the direction of an enchanted forest, the group made their way to a grove, where within, an ancient, sentient tree dwelt. Seeking answers, but finding only more questions, they were pointed in the direction of a mountain, where supposedly, the caster of the spell dwelt. Leaving with gifts from the great tree, Aln'aeor bid them farewell, and the party continued.

Reaching a clearing, they met their latest companion after battling first shadow wolves, and then shocker lizards. They were to be only the first of a series of fierce battles and as they reached the foot of the mountain and began to ascend, they were met by an onslaught of enemies, ranging from goblins to giant mountain rocs. During the last such encounter, Aeriah and Fai became separated from the rest of the group, and the pass they were in, collapsed.

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Having fallen an immeasurable distance, the pair landed within a cave, relatively unharmed, at least outwardly, whilst, outside, the others fled; Drusalia and Verrion towards the forest, and Able and Artlem, towards the cliffs. Momentarily, they all escaped their assailants.

However, despite this, Aeriah was wounded – having suffered a chance strike to the skull, he, in an ironic twist of fate, lost his memories of the past three weeks/month and a bit, and suffered a form of ‘reverse amnesia’, regaining his former memories and personality – the being known as “Aeriah” lying dormant within him, lost, seemingly forever. The being that arose – Galein – by name, turned out to be an elven prince in exile; the true last heir to the throne. Visited with what had occurred, Galein confirmed Aeriah’s suspicions; that it was, indeed, he, who had ordered the spell cast in a last desperate attempt to save his people from slaughtering one another. It was also revealed, that Galein had a darker side within him; a taint that ran deep within his family.

Journeying to reach their fellow adventurers, Galein and Fai set off – and came upon a statue buried deep within one of the caves. As they entered the room, the statue came to life, revealing certain knowledges to the pair, though abet cryptically. Gifting them with a quarterstaff and the fabled robes of Galein’s ancestors respectively, the pair set off again, and came upon their companions.

In an outburst, upon seeing them safe, Jena declared her love for Aeriah, and embraced him, throwing her arms around him. Galein’s resolve to keep his identify hidden crumbled, and he drew Jena away, leading her to a secluded spot, where upon, he revealed all to her. Almost all. Heartbroken about losing the man she loved, Jena wished to be alone, and Galein, feeling the weight of her sorrow, burdened with guilt and grief-stricken that this should come to pass, set off, once more, into the darkness alone…

…And thus, the adventure continues…

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OOC:
To quote the footer of part II; “Again, a note on posting styles:
Please don't use any ghastly or bright font colours - as for my own style, I post text in silver, thoughts in italics, and Aeriah's speech/text in green. Other characters get other colours for speech. Kyr's speech is in this for example. Varying colours may include gold
Also, please try not to use too dark a colour either, as black is quite hard to read, especially against brown. Avoiding conflicting colours is also good. Oh finally, please don't use colours other characters use for speech - it makes life easier.”

02-07-2005, 05:36 PM	#1
Calaethis Dragonsbane Legion Symbol Join Date: May 29, 2002 Location: Somewhere in between Age: 40 Posts: 7,029	OOC: As with part II - "Because the last thread is getting to large, please continue from where we left off here." --- A Summary of Events The Adventure began with the group meeting within a tavern and embarking upon a quest to regain their lost memories and as to why they, and everyone else of them in known radius were stripped of them. After travelling first to the local temple and meeting a mysterious robed figure who pointed them in the direction of an enchanted forest, the group made their way to a grove, where within, an ancient, sentient tree dwelt. Seeking answers, but finding only more questions, they were pointed in the direction of a mountain, where supposedly, the caster of the spell dwelt. Leaving with gifts from the great tree, Aln'aeor bid them farewell, and the party continued. Reaching a clearing, they met their latest companion after battling first shadow wolves, and then shocker lizards. They were to be only the first of a series of fierce battles and as they reached the foot of the mountain and began to ascend, they were met by an onslaught of enemies, ranging from goblins to giant mountain rocs. During the last such encounter, Aeriah and Fai became separated from the rest of the group, and the pass they were in, collapsed. ~~~ Having fallen an immeasurable distance, the pair landed within a cave, relatively unharmed, at least outwardly, whilst, outside, the others fled; Drusalia and Verrion towards the forest, and Able and Artlem, towards the cliffs. Momentarily, they all escaped their assailants. However, despite this, Aeriah was wounded – having suffered a chance strike to the skull, he, in an ironic twist of fate, lost his memories of the past three weeks/month and a bit, and suffered a form of ‘reverse amnesia’, regaining his former memories and personality – the being known as “Aeriah” lying dormant within him, lost, seemingly forever. The being that arose – Galein – by name, turned out to be an elven prince in exile; the true last heir to the throne. Visited with what had occurred, Galein confirmed Aeriah’s suspicions; that it was, indeed, he, who had ordered the spell cast in a last desperate attempt to save his people from slaughtering one another. It was also revealed, that Galein had a darker side within him; a taint that ran deep within his family. Journeying to reach their fellow adventurers, Galein and Fai set off – and came upon a statue buried deep within one of the caves. As they entered the room, the statue came to life, revealing certain knowledges to the pair, though abet cryptically. Gifting them with a quarterstaff and the fabled robes of Galein’s ancestors respectively, the pair set off again, and came upon their companions. In an outburst, upon seeing them safe, Jena declared her love for Aeriah, and embraced him, throwing her arms around him. Galein’s resolve to keep his identify hidden crumbled, and he drew Jena away, leading her to a secluded spot, where upon, he revealed all to her. Almost all. Heartbroken about losing the man she loved, Jena wished to be alone, and Galein, feeling the weight of her sorrow, burdened with guilt and grief-stricken that this should come to pass, set off, once more, into the darkness alone… …And thus, the adventure continues… --- OOC: To quote the footer of part II; “Again, a note on posting styles: Please don't use any ghastly or bright font colours - as for my own style, I post text in silver, thoughts in italics, and Aeriah's speech/text in green. Other characters get other colours for speech. Kyr's speech is in this for example. Varying colours may include gold Also, please try not to use too dark a colour either, as black is quite hard to read, especially against brown. Avoiding conflicting colours is also good. Oh finally, please don't use colours other characters use for speech - it makes life easier.”