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Woody
post Jan 20 2022, 07:52 PM
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Nobles of Illuminar,

I was contacted discretely by a middleman, a Gold Drave of ramrod straight bearing, and, as far as I could tell, without any trace of deceit in his body. He said that he likes to be known only as “Valet”.

It seems House Illuminar's pro-Elven sentiments have been noticed, and he was keen to negotiate a meeting for me with his lord: Prince Valisaeus.

To this end, I allowed myself to be persuaded of the Drave’s earnest good intentions. And he seemed prepared to ensure my time was well rewarded, offering me a few thoughtful gifts of Elven breads and mead. It culminated in an appointment two days later, and I travelled (at his expense) in a lavish carriage to meet the Prince.

Intrigued and with a little time at hand, I discretely researched where I could.

The Prince is not a high profile figure in wider society. And the Silver Elf Mage I spoke with confirms that his communications suggest the man is to be trusted. But he is reluctant to share any detailed communication findings with me – perhaps there are none, or perhaps discretion is the greater part of valour after all.

I did find an obscure reference to the Prince in a curious old tome of quotes. Though the book is ancient and the quote is presumably older still.

It read:

"To create is to live. Elven craft is superior. Our creations are superior. And as we make pains to be the best artisans, so it follows that our lives should also be elevated by our craft". Or, put simply: “Elven creations are superior, just as Elven lives should be”
-The words of Prince Valisaeus the first Dragon Elf'


So I attended the appointment to find a curiously quiet market square at dawn filled only with a beautiful Elven-crafted carriage, two white horses at the front, and Valet was at the reins. He ushered me into the carriage, and ensured the curtains were drawn tight.

He promptly stated “We shall be perhaps an hour in the carriage sir. Please make yourself comfortable”

As we set off, the smooth rocking motion sent me swiftly to sleep. The next thing I was aware of was Valet clearing his throat at the door and indicating that I should wake and climb down. The place I was in was unusual. It was a forest glade of magnificent beauty. Visible was a fortified mansion of beautiful proportion and clearly Elven design. A tall and armoured Elf of unknown type stood to receive me – his skin was slightly scaly like a dragon, and with a shifting range of colours visible (somewhat like oil on water, but with a poetry to the pattern and a harmony to the changes).

I was formally introduced to the Prince, who suggested that we take a stroll together. He told a tale over the next hour, and made clear that he is a ‘patriot’ for the Elves and is keen to see ‘our people’ elevated back to and beyond the greatness that they once enjoyed.

I deduced:

- He is wealthy and willing to back House Illuminar
- He does not enjoy vitae himself
- He is extremely old, and in his life he has become a ‘dragon elf’, bound with all the draconic powers. (He is cagey about “all” but I surmised the obvious – elemental, metallic, and less obvious (a long list of magical dragons exists). He clearly also enjoys the benefit of Jade but not Onyx patronage)
- He appears very well informed
- His view is that Elven mercenaries (those with vitae) have the possibility to exert incredible influence through performing rites and rituals, especially at a Final Dawn. (this is ‘obvious’ of course. But there hasn’t been a concerted pro-Elven effort at any Dawn in memory, save specific single dragon actions, such as that which elevated the Silver Drake to Dragon & others since)
- He would like to see you work for his cause, the Elves, by gathering a large number of draconic artefacts – Dragon’s Eyes – and thus equip yourself / your band to perform rites at a future Dawn.
- Such rites should focus on empowering the elves, NOT attacking others. For he does not want to act to cause war or counter-rite, but out of a sense of empowering his peoples. (Draconic elves are his main concern, though he is supportive of other elves and magical fey – seasonal elves, winter elves, faerie, and to a lesser extent the Drowe due to their evil)

Dragon’s Eyes
The Dragon’s Eyes vary widely in potency and sometimes in form. Often manifest as a gemstone, all are created by the shedding of some power by their associated patron (typically dragon). And it is this direct link to the patron that is suggestive of ritual power.

For instance, a ruby created from a tear of the red dragon might have modest or mighty power… this could be the ability to shock once per day, or perhaps powers of greater magical fire & destruction. The artefacts capabilities might be shaped by the dragon’s emotion at the time of shedding it. But!! Somewhat like in the victim’s hair or a possession, the direct link to the red dragon creates a powerful potential for ritual.


He asked me if I would accept his aide and undertake this ‘quest', and I accepted on behalf of our noble house. He explained that his form and his estates are protected by a rite, and cannot easily be communed about. While I was with him, he asked if there are any communications I would like to perform, for instance to check the veracity of his request and background… he can allow these whilst present, but the ‘veil’ would return when we parted company.

I also noticed: he was well dressed and well armoured, carrying a sword at his hip. He was otherwise not heavily adorned. Although there was a glowing ring on his left hand, which he (when he saw me notice it) explained was a gift from the Lady of the Stars many years ago.

So my question is, who will accompany me on the Prince's Quest to seek out the 'Dragon's Eyes'?

May Elrun Illuminar guide us to perfection and prosperity

Na'eth Tar Valar
Lord Dragon of House Illuminar
Protector of the High Elven People


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Ben ‘Woody’ Wood

Nä’eth Tar Valar - High Twilight Elf Titan Warrior - Lord Dragon of House Illuminar
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Alasdair
post Jan 20 2022, 08:02 PM
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OOC: comms are possible, by PM, but won’t be plentiful in responses at this point.

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SiDeards
post Jan 20 2022, 09:40 PM
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Na'eth Tar Valar,

I will journey with you, for perhaps it is there I learn the truth of our heritage, as you say the prince is ancient, even by our terms, so surely he must know more of our ancestry than remains on pages.

These Dragon Eyes you speak of also intrigue me, as they are likely to hold raw power which may be potentially used to further our bonds with the Dragons from whom they were shed.

When do we meet to travel forth? I have a few things to attend to before I leave, but I am happy to put these aside if we need to leave in haste.

May the light of the Stars be upon you

Gast
Lord Griffon of House Illuminar
Chromatic invoker of the Eldar


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post Jan 20 2022, 10:19 PM
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Na'eth Tar Valar,

I too will journey with you, it is time that I rise from my ashes and walk this world anew.

The eyes that you are seeking are of concern to me, I would ask that any that are linked to Drakkon Furious or of the great Phoenix are guarded by my lineage until such time they are needed to bind a rite to the betterment of our peoples or to strengthen the Dragons themselves.

Links such as these could very well be used to drain power or cause harm to such patrons.

May the embers of your soul spark anew.

Delafin
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Woody
post Jan 29 2022, 11:01 PM
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We require a Mantic Healer for this quest, will any mercenary answer the call? I will pay them 3,000 grulls for the courtesy.

May Elrun Illuminar guide us to perfection and prosperity

Na'eth Tar Valar
Lord Dragon of House Illuminar
Protector of the High Elven People



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Ben ‘Woody’ Wood

Nä’eth Tar Valar - High Twilight Elf Titan Warrior - Lord Dragon of House Illuminar
Siegfried Ichabod Hönigberg - Human Goodly Pure Priest of Shaehan
Samael - Dark Elf Black Warlock
Tornado - Air Elf Blue Wizard
Brodie - Human Pathfinder
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