Dawnsquire,

See the dwarf into a cloak of the Awakened. We'll see what becomes of it. Before I even consider allowing him into the order or be privy to our private affairs, I would need to be convinced of his commitment to our Order's vows, the light of the Dawn must shine within him for all to see, and great deeds in the name of Eveningstar and the Order must be done.

Sir Myrkyr

//Rank 1 approved. As discussed, rank 2 will not be a short term or simple process and therefore special circumstances outside the normal faction on boarding exist. Have fun!//

I hired a halfling named Drego to spread the news of the Duke's wicked ways and defame him around Arabel.

-Dawnlord Argun the Strong

Our meeting with the Barbarian King unfortunately was not successful. However, it wasn't all for naught! We have discovered this Barbarian King's weakness and seek to return to him once more. Utilizing this weakness, we should be able to bring him into submission to aid Eveningstar's efforts.

-Dawnlord Argun the Strong

Their heads will see justice done.

Their redemption shall be in the next life.

Sir Myrkyr

Dawnsquire Theron and Myself have been sent to join the Council of Twelve. He for the order of Aster and myself as an official member of the church.

-Dawnlord Argun the Strong

@o-louth In order to elaborate on the idea further.

The Knightly Order of "Whatever name suits his Lordship"
Entry requirements: Paladins of Lathander primarily. Layswords of Lathander a possibility.
Secondary paladins of faiths that supplement and accept the doctrines of Lathander. ​
((If Multiclassed, paladin must be the primary class, the same rule the old KoTMS had)).

The pillars of the order:

Life: To preserve and protect life in all its forms. The Order hunts down necromancers and undead, as well as unnatural forces such as demons and devils in equal measure. Even if it clashes with the self proclaimed authority of the Precepts. Justice: To bring justice and the rule of law to every corner of the land, especially the rural villages. Inside Arabel, they offer the role of impartial judgements, challenging the Greywatch in their vigilante methods. Outside, they act as judge and executioner when needed. Inspiration: Nobless oblige. They promote goodness, valor and self sacrifice. They walk the talk, seeking to inspire others to aspire to be better. They hunt down monsters, foul beasts and relics of the past, displaying them in Inn of Eveningstar for all to see. Mercy: They focus heavily on Lathanders redemption, going to great length to enforce criminals to change their ways, or pay the price.

Paladins of the order are granted a uniform, but are allowed to change the colors of this VERY distintive uniform, to show respect to the deity who grants them their powers. ((The old KoTMS did similar, which was cool, offering unity + diversity)).

The Order does not hold authority in Eveningstar, beyond the scope of their mandate, leaving the Church of Lathander full control of its settlement, but Knights have proven themselves trusted enough by the church to be given minimal lawenforcement priviledges.

Ranks:
Squire: (entry, similar to awakened)
Knight Errant: similar to Dawnsquire
Knight: (Dawnknight)
Knight, anointed: Noble priviledges.

They shall be based out of the Inn in Eveningstar, and use the place to display their collected trophies for all to see.
((They can use the prestige chest of Lathander, as that is where they collected their prestige. For ease of establishment, give them a key to a locked room in the Inn, and a small persistant chest, or just let them use the room in the temple. They can be allowed to use the prestige store of Lathander, but dye their uniforms in appropiate colors, if it must be done with MINIMAL dm involvement and changes))

-Dawnsquire Evelyn Stillwater

Bring her to me.

High Bishop Charisbonde

@o-louth

Dawnsquire,

The halfling council is a made up organization for halflings to protect one another, pay it no mind. It’s a support group at its best, and a reason to make trouble at its worst. Master Taymont does owe us a debt, his ritual to grow in height nearly cost us more than I could bare. He has proven trustworthy to your predecessors.

It is strange that the good Mayor has attained this much coin over such a short period of time, is it not? What did your audit uncover?

High Dawnknight Myrkyr Thaddoth

Jojen Taymont asked me to locate a druid, not one of the Talonites. She carries an infernal tablet, half of it, which is needed to stop the slaad curse. I have offered my assistance, despite being tied down with the war efforts. Yet the suns light is for all, and I shall not deny a good cause my sword, if I can. He said the druid travels with a ranger. Perhaps that would be Miel?

Evelyn

@swifty-willownall
Perhaps we should offer an alternative then? 30.000 gold pieces, to the person or people, who can keep the Murrain off the battlefield.

However they choose to handle it, is their business. But keeping them occupied, will suffice.

Evelyn

I've been on a few patrols with laysword Harcourt. He seems very dedicated to Lathander's path and is a fine swordsmen. His poses could use some work, but he has enthusiasm. He has my recommendation as well.

-Dawnpriest Argun the Strong

Theron Harcourt, a laysword of Lathander.
Seems a fine man. Argun and I will keep an eye on him. But I believe he may be something.

Evelyn

@o-louth

Fang Therene,
I've mounted several expeditions into the area, and all I can confirm from stories I've heard is that something evil lurks within. We've no knowledge on the magic raising the dead, nor any leads on who caused it.
However, here is a list of what we do know:
An society of vampires did live within the Mausoleum. We've no sign of them during my time in Arabel, however.
There are extensive traps and powerful undead within the Mausoleum
There are several sites within the Mausoleum and outside it that seem to be ritualistic alters
In the past, an enemy of the city took refuge here, however it was thought he was a pawn of some greater evil
A goblin tribe attempted to dwell within the maw of Deadwell, however they were destroyed by Arabels adventurers
the Mausoleum requires several spells and skilled lock smiths to bypass the locked doors
A Skull Rose is necessary to enter the deeper section of the Mausoleum

We will share what is known of Deadwell.
First. We must warn them. Deadwell is not simply an undead and vampire infested cemetery. It is cursed land. It is dangerous land. To fall within a crypt may bring them certain doom, or seem them tainted by undeath.
What is known of Deadwell, is that a coven of Vampires resides in its depth. And they are no simple vampires. They are cultists. Of the Cult of Slaughter. Of the dead god Bhaal. But they are not all vampires. Some are manlings. Fanatics of Slaughter. We met one once, within a crypt. From his death, we have seen a vision. A vision of one of them that caused much trouble for a den of Arabel, many moons ago. A Pale Man. Orosthor, he was called. We saw manlings kneeling before him. They spoke of slaughter and retaking a den of Arabel. But we knew there was another, more powerful presence they knelt before. A Master of Deadwell. A female vampire. We did not see this one. Only heard her voice.
For a time, as we battled a vampire's hordes of undead, people started to find black gems. Foul creations of the Pale Man, that controlled their mind and allowed them to bring forth undead with its necromantic powers.
Magelings of the Tower were working with a foul vampire but, in the end, stabbed him in the back. Still, they worked with the foul creature for their own gain for a long time. We still wonder what would have happened if they had not betray the vampire.
What is most strange, is that another coven of vampires that may be hiding within a den of Arabel aided to see the Pale Man ended. The Vampire Rhul showed the way to those that came to end the Pale Man. The Vampire of Slaughter was eventually slain, at great cost and hard battle. But not for good. A woman Rhul said a coffin was a decoy. That a Pale Man could return in a month or a year. It was uncertain.
Some time after this, a Lady of Coin entered a crypt and made it to its very bottom. There it is she used sun gems, and light battled the darkness for a moment, until a Lady collapsed. We are uncertain of the effect his had. Perhaps it slowed down the cultists in their foul attempts to take a den of Arabel.
This is what is known of Deadwell.
The Redwoods

The expedition was a success and undead beyond counting were put to the sword.
A mage from the scarlets believes destroying the altars within the Mausoleum may weaken the curse but would attract the attention of the crypts masters.
Personally I believe the land is beyond repair and besides hunting necromancers and dangerous cultists who sometimes lair there little can truly be done.
Bryce

Councillor Bryce, Clark of the Greywatch, Dextar, Councillor Soppi and the tormite Torpher entered the cemetary to investigate further. A true dungeon crawl. We fought our way past the guardians, going further and further below ground. Solved puzzles, outwitted our enemies, until we came to what we believe to be the very bottom of the complex.
Here, we tested our luck, and fought against the hordes, yet we were ill prepared, and Dextar and the tormite were quickly cut down.
We fled through the tunnels, until we fought temporary shelter. As Clark of the Greywatch said it was impossible to retrieve our fallen adventurers, I thougth to hell with it, and charged the enemy head on. Bryce and Soppi soon followed. We took the undead by suprise, and were able to pick up the two dead bodies.
Then the real challenge began, and we fought our way back through too many numerous undead to count. Bryce valiantly carried the Tormite, Soppi carried Dextar, and Clark and I fought back and forth to ensure they could return to Bospir alive.
We learned that we indeed can fight our way to the end, but we must prepare better, if we are to succeed. We shall return in force and see what we can discover of the facility.
Of note, bring elemental magic, something which can cast negative energy, and weapons which target the undead.
Oh, we found a huge mummy by the end of the place. We shall return to discover new secrets, and test our boldness against this challenge of Tymora’s enemies.
C.C.C

I have collected two promises of Wayward Farmer's, one in person and one gifted by Miel.

I shall see these turned into the House of the Morning.

Dawnsquire Arton Blackwood

Dawnsquire,

We shall speak as soon as you are able.

-High Dawnknight Myrkyr

//ping me if you want to set up a time, or any other dm should be able to help!//

Brothers and sisters of the Dawn,
I am humbled and awe struck to be included amongst the most pious and devoted of the Dawnlords servants. Thank you for allowing me to contribute to the good deeds you have already begun.

I have only travelled the southern lands for a tenday, yet I already see many wrongs that much be put right. The presence of the Tilverton Ravens, the open acceptance of the doctrines of the Black Chalice, lay like storm clounds on my mind.

I looked through the files, yet could find little information that could illuminate our path forward. You undoubtedly know far more than I, of the activities in the region. So before I reach conclusions based on ignorance, I shall make an effort to see you, and listen to the wisdom you can share.

Did the House Meeting set forth a path for us all to gather around? What shall we do, to fight back the tides of darkness, that spread with haste in the region? Will we take a more active role in the trials ahead in the region, or focus entirely upon the well being of our own village?

Alethra

General Information

Current Council of Twelve Members

Council of Twelve

Institution Seats

Greywatch Seat- Open House of Morning Seat- Dawnsquire Arton Blackwood Precept Seat- Bloodhound Ydira Tilverton Seat - Raven Arn Targon Wildwalkers Seat- Bodvar

Merit Seats

Merit Seat- Diviner Aurora Merit Seat- Luckbringer Grete Moonsilver Merit Seat- James Underhill Merit Seat- Sasha Xisdrith Merit Seat- William Thatcher Merit Seat- Julien Toussaint Merit Seat- Open