Among the dubious umbrella term of "organized criminal" elements none are as widely spread across the continent of Partum as the Black Marbles. Commonly thought to exist only in the lands and realms surrounding the Forzarrean Sea, it is well known among authorities in these areas that the Black Marbles are more scattered, and perhaps … Continue reading The Black Marbles
Backstories
Infamous Villains: The Dread Admiral
Other than the Viceroy who had no set base of operations for much of his existence, there is no member of the foul Diosian Lodge more widely travelled than the Dread Admiral. This lich is a fearsome monster due to the fact that his location is never known for sure. Unlike many of his kind … Continue reading Infamous Villains: The Dread Admiral
Help Wanted
The captain of the three-masted sohar stepped carefully, almost methodically down the gangplank to the dock. His name was Divo Zucco, and he had named his ship "The Sea Hag" in recognition of the terror that his late mother-in-law had instilled in him. Captain Zucco took a few minutes to adjust to the solid ground … Continue reading Help Wanted
Opal-Palooza (Part 6)
There was ample time in between the exit of Master Scalici and the arrival of the next party to deal with Prince Bortimer to allow for the finishing of one plate of food and the ordering of more. This time it was a sugary, sticky mess of half-cooked dough that Slothjemians loved for morning meals. … Continue reading Opal-Palooza (Part 6)
Opal-Palooza (Part 4)
Prince Bortimer and Shr Grogdahl sat quietly eating. Bortimer was considered by some people to be a handsome fellow, perhaps a bit stocky and possessed of a magnificent head of thick black hair. His moustache was almost comically thick and luxurious, but he was otherwise clean shaven all of the time. His eyes betrayed his … Continue reading Opal-Palooza (Part 4)
Opal-Palooza (Part 3)
With a lull in the parade of evildoers coming to sell Bortimer their opals or to tell him they intended to, Shr Grogdahl the jorish huntsman had his warmed beer refreshed and had another platter of gravy covered potatoes brought to the table. As he picked at them, he glared at Bortimer who sat next … Continue reading Opal-Palooza (Part 3)
Opal-Palooza (Part 2)
Shr Augustin Shadefiend and his three personal guards walked purposefully yet warily to Bortimer and Grogdahl's table. Shr Augustin was not altogether comfortable with this kind of thing but when his grandfather had given him the task it wasn't phrased in the form of a suggestion. He nodded at Bortimer and cast a quick glance … Continue reading Opal-Palooza (Part 2)
The Clown Prince of Gluttony has a Deal for You
This was an uneasy gathering to say the least. The men and women that had been invited to attend this exclusive meeting had arrived on edge and their moods had only deteriorated. But their host had insisted upon this location and that everyone invited be here. There was a deal afoot. The host was none … Continue reading The Clown Prince of Gluttony has a Deal for You
A Scheme Develops
The encampment of the Red Guard along the western frontier of New Sikilia had become quite the formidable little city. Centered on a towering fortress that had once belonged to one of the more prominent minions of the Ash King, this was the center of military affairs for the Slothjemian Empire's interests in these conquered … Continue reading A Scheme Develops
Maiden to Fit
The little bell on the door of the jewelry maker's shop tinkled merrily as Bortimer walked in with a big smile upon his face. The keeper of the shop, Branislav Zoric, briefly looked up from his workbench to see who had entered, and then gave a knowing look to both of his young apprentices. They … Continue reading Maiden to Fit
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