The Circle discovers that the Hallian villagers trail leads to a small Shadowland nearby. This Shadowland, Ravens Jetty, turns out to be ruled by the Deathlord Ebony Wave's Kiss, who invites them to it's keep in the heart of the grey swamp to speak with it on matters of mutual interest.
Start Date: 10 Resplendent Air
The Circle accepts the invitation, since the Deathlord sent an envoy to seal an oath of hospitality. Although the Circle is very uncomfortable and leery of the Deathlord, it treats them well and seems to be behaving itself. Information is exchanged over a banquet. The Circle discovers more about the function of the Ties that Bind and the goals of Tears of the Bloodflower, and the danger that lies ahead of them. An informal agreement is made, but the Circle refuses to make an oath.
End Date: 10 Resplendent Air
I was pleased with this session. I got to play more with the Deathlords and the Shadowlands, and the news about Tears being tied to the Primordial Umbra (and his goal) seemed to have an impact on Randy's Lunar character in particular (and the others, as well), and I KNEW the news about Jiulan would affect Ourna. It was an entirely social session, as well.
Converted from old log.