Episode 15 - "Liquid Courage" - 9.18.22
Once the guards have Gias unconcious and in custody, Rowan and Talik attempt to warn the guards of Gias' slippery nature; however, their attempts are blocked by Escobert. Before the party leaves, Furret is asked to sign a contract acknowledging the terms and timeline of his sentencing. The group splits-up to do errands with Drift returning to the tavern to retrieve the Nighthill document hidden in the bathroom, Dorugul saying goodbye to Falconmoon at the Temple of Chauntea, Riggie purchasing potions, Talik and Rowan speaking to Madam Ortho about the Gossiper's Book and the glass jar of chromatic lights. They regroup in the southwest part of town hoping to pick-up the trail of the cultists; however, due to the heavy rains, the footprints go stale. Returning to the tavern for rest, Rowan suggests that Furret put on a performance to raise money for his legal debts. Dorugul stays glued to Furret's side as he preps for a performance, keeping watch on any mischievous behavior. Meanwhile Drift aids Rowan in learning the Poison Needle spell, and Talik spends five hours studying and brewing a fusion potion. Riggie offers to play pan flute for Furret but spends his evening working on his current invention. Rowan completes his letter to his sister and speaks again to Meera, the half-orc blacksmith for information on postal service. He invites her to see Furret's performance later that evening, offering to buy her a drink. To aid in Furret's inspiration, Talik buys him and himself drinks. Both adventurers immediately become intoxicated; however, Furret passes out for a brief time after consuming additional drinks. Dorugul takes Furret to bed, but the Halfling manages to slip back downstairs unnoticed to give a rousing performance on recent political conspiracies while standing on top of an occupied table. He receives applause but forgets to set out any means to collect money. Once Meera leaves for the evening, the rest of the group heads to bed. Dorugul, sensing that Furret might attempt to sneak back downstairs, sets up and alarm between him and the door using string. In the morning, the Rowan performs the Poison Needle fusion ritual using the fusion potion and asks for the magic to point them to the "remains of Dharva Scatterheart." The party purchases two horses, named Clip Clop and Saria, and a wagon to expedite travel. After about 8 hours on the road, the group arrives at the entrance of the Forest of Sharp Teeth… |