“Nice to see you too,” said Fenn. “You’re welcome.” Grak dropped to one knee. “Princess Amaryllis, I am honored to make your acquaintance.” “We need to go,” I said. “No telling how long until he gets back.” I turned to Fenn. “I’m a fan of glove-out-the-window.” “My things are in his vault,” said Amaryllis. “It’s […]
Worth the Candle, Ch 32: Be Still My Heart
We went into Trifles Tower through the service entrance two days later, with only minor deterioration to my condition, after Grak spent ten tense minutes with his wand against the wards, subverting or changing them somehow. We’d watched the outside for long enough to get a sense of what people wore; the bottom two thirds […]
Worth the Candle, Ch 31: The Loyal Elf
Grakhuil Leadbraids was at the Impish Inn before us, and when we arrived he led us into a back room with a nod to the barkeep and a grimace at the caged imp that served as the tavern mascot. “I sold my profession for this room,” said Grak with a sniff as he sat down […]
Worth the Candle, Ch 30: Plot Relevant
Skill Unlocked: Art! Skill Increased: Art lvl 6! (Skill capped at triple the value of primary stat CHA.) Skill Increased: Skin Magic lvl 10! New Virtue: Shifting Skin! Skill Increased: Skin Magic lvl 12! (Skill capped at triple the value of primary stat KNO.) Icy Devil: Wreaths your hand in ice, imbuing it with the […]