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\u201cIf we\u2019re to make it in time: we must invoke the Rite,\u201d huffs [character:1099914|Captain Kindr], almost completely out of breath from the increasingly arduous trek. \u201cNo! We mustn't. Not yet. Not now. We can make it to them!\u201d protests [character:1099913|Major Karstr\u00f6m], spearheading the charge of the combined battalions. \u201c[character:1099591|Captain Waelund\u2019s] Light is strong, as is the Light of hir fellow knights,\u201d insists the superior officer, believing the suggested sacrament too excessive in the circumstances. \u201cWe can cross the [location:1099845] to get there sooner,\u201d she states, refusing to acknowledge the obvious peril brought on by this plan that would seem to be far too extreme to so many others.<\/p>
Traversing the wide wintry expanse is not generally painless or without danger, and to those daring to venture out a fate far worse than death is so often suffered, even for the best and most seasoned warriors, but in too many circumstances is it the only way to accomplish one's duties to the Gods. The route to [location:1099846] is not effortless, and to enjoy just a small degree of safety out in the wilds requires the use of the narrow and haphazardly dug trenches. It does not take long however for travel to become more troublesome as the elements maintain their endless whirling assault on the senses. Will the risk be worth it?...<\/p>
Without hesitation [character:1099878] waves her hand in front of the afore-mentioned enigmatic seal, then snaps her deft fingers, dispersing the ancient charm at last. \u201cWhat are you doing?!\u201d shouts [character:1099888], his low voice reverberating to the other side of the chasm. \u201cKeep it down,\u201d hisses [character:1099874], evidently unhappy by Vassan\u2019s outburst. \u201cWhat must be done,\u201d responds Tymir; [character:1099866] and Falks nodding in agreement. \u201cBut that was one of [character:1099662|Ien's] symbols! Do you wish to incur her wrath?!\u201d roars out Vassan, the large knight exhibiting an exorbitant amount of devout passion. \u201cThere\u2019s no reason that should be here, unless--\u201d Before Tymir can finish, the group look up as a multitude more marks suddenly reveal themselves down the length of the rift, and floods of fiends surge unexpectedly towards the wayward knights from ahead.<\/p>
Known as the Tideseekers, the [organisation:1099630] undertake some of the most critical yet threatening excursions into the deepest, darkest, long-forgotten places. Despite the lack of what traditionally links to their namesake, their main focus is on searching for the mythical [item:1100126|Tidestones]: artefacts of immense power said to have been left behind when the oceans were frozen over millennia ago. What phenomenal energies these relics of the past may contain remains a mystery, with only the Gods knowing those truths for certain. Flurries of abysmal abominations spew forth eclipsing the tight-knit crew\u2019s vision from their salvation, and the earth trembles once more from their tremendous determination. The risk must be worth it?...<\/p>
As Karstr\u00f6m\u2019s impetus keeps their forces moving forward, as fatal it may be, they will not falter for those in need. \u201c[character:1099672] damn it. I can\u2019t allow Karstr\u00f6m\u2019s stubbornness to be the death of hundreds. I accept the soul price.\u201d declares the tenacious captain to himself. Kindr holds back his lieutenant to do what he believes to be right, motioning to the top of the nearby ridge. Now darting to the head of the summit, Kindr\u2019s knights break off to assist during the sojourn. Once at its peak, Kindr immediately throws off his both of his gauntlets and pulls an ornate dagger from his waist. Etching a holy sign into his own right hand, he then motions before himself before thrusting it up into the air for no more than a few moments, blood dripping down under foot, and proceeds to clench his hand and shouts out, \u201cNovos yar Rae dom!\u201d In unison, all of Kindr\u2019s soldiers slam their fists into the frigid snow alongside their captain, shaking the glacier below. Radiant sun rays come searing across the stretch to Tarskholm, sanctifying the land, and blazing a trail for the Crescents to cross.<\/p>
Miraculously no longer dashing through the snow, it will not be long before Major Ryln Karstr\u00f6m and Captain Kil Kindr\u2019s knights reach Waelund\u2019s to join them in glorious battle against the encroaching [organisation:1099704]. Some so-called righteous acts are much less than accepted compared to others, and those that call upon the use of a person\u2019s blood and soul remain in very high contention amongst the different sects of the [organisation:1099612]. Many worship strictly spiritually, praying and hoping for guidance from the Gods. Many make use of the boons they have been granted to aid them in a wide range of pursuits. Many others go above and beyond though, by giving their own bodies and essence to show their eternal dedication. Calling upon the Sun to purify the wastes, cleansing the taint from the earth to support the knights\u2019 campaign is certainly no small feat, and despite the controversy surrounding that sort of magick it allows them to be on their way significantly faster and close the gap ever so quick. The risk will be worth it!..<\/p>
\u201cYou forget yourself Kindr! You may not report to me, but [character:1099623|Major Buenor] will hear of your insubordination!\u201d avows Karstr\u00f6m, outraged by what she sees to be a vast amount of disrespect from Kindr, for both his authority and the tenets she holds. \u201cShe would\u2019ve done the same, and I wouldn\u2019t hesitate to do it again,\u201d counters the young captain, justifying their own actions, \u201cSave the pride for later. We fight as we always do for the living, and we\u2019re needed now especially!\u201d further returns Kindr, issuing the regrouped knights to go with absolute urgency, encouraging their momentum. Anger fills Karstr\u00f6m\u2019s face, but she knows Kindr\u2019s words to be true. Absorbing sunlight from around them, the major\u2019s polearm empowers itself from the [item:1099830|sun-soaked shard] contained within, enhancing the power that will be necessary in the coming conflict. Nearly there, running together as fast as they can, the Crescents ready their arms as they prepare to enter the fray.<\/p>
Diving right into the pandemonium, a handful of knights propel themselves into the action with boosted force, breaking apart a mass of the ruthless scourge, and scorching an opening for the rest to enter Tarskholm. Past the diminishing fires at last, the defenders of K\u00e4lran give knowing nods to each other as they are united in purpose, however the time for pleasantries comes later as for now they need to preserve the Light. Erupting back to life, the fiery embers outside of the gates grow ever stronger, waxing as per their sustainer's namesake. The attackers start to wane inside as they are despatched promptly by the respective knights. Pushing them back, the entrance is finally barricaded, and the now-refugees have extra time to reach [location:1099841]. The risk was worth it!..<\/p>
\u201cIt\u2019s blessed you could make it,\u201d sighs [character:1099603|Llin] feeling gratitude and facing a small reprieve at last, sweat dripping from her brow, and her armour now more battered from bloody battle than weakened by the windy weather, \u201cRae\u2019s warmth kept up our morale, I just wish that--\u201d Llin is cut off by Karstr\u00f6m\u2019s questioning before she can finish. \u201cWhere\u2019s Captain Waelund? Ze--\u201d Interrupting in return, the lieutenant points back towards the barracks, \u201cZe\u2019s dying.\u201d she professes, looking down as a tear fills her eye, and letting out a hefty breath then continues, \u201cWhen they broke through the gate one of the [race:1100125] followed soon after, and--\u201d Yet another interjection comes, this time from Kindr. \u201cAn Isk?! Nobody has seen one for almost 25 years!\u201d Solemn and stout, Llin simply acknowledges this, \u201cI know.\u201d<\/p>","entry_parsed":"
\u201cIf we\u2019re to make it in time: we must invoke the Rite,\u201d huffs Captain Kindr<\/a>, almost completely out of breath from the increasingly arduous trek. \u201cNo! We mustn't. Not yet. Not now. We can make it to them!\u201d protests Major Karstr\u00f6m<\/a>, spearheading the charge of the combined battalions. \u201cCaptain Waelund\u2019s<\/a> Light is strong, as is the Light of hir fellow knights,\u201d insists the superior officer, believing the suggested sacrament too excessive in the circumstances. \u201cWe can cross the Londajkul<\/a> to get there sooner,\u201d she states, refusing to acknowledge the obvious peril brought on by this plan that would seem to be far too extreme to so many others.<\/p> Traversing the wide wintry expanse is not generally painless or without danger, and to those daring to venture out a fate far worse than death is so often suffered, even for the best and most seasoned warriors, but in too many circumstances is it the only way to accomplish one's duties to the Gods. The route to Tarskholm<\/a> is not effortless, and to enjoy just a small degree of safety out in the wilds requires the use of the narrow and haphazardly dug trenches. It does not take long however for travel to become more troublesome as the elements maintain their endless whirling assault on the senses. Will the risk be worth it?...<\/p> Without hesitation Tymir<\/a> waves her hand in front of the afore-mentioned enigmatic seal, then snaps her deft fingers, dispersing the ancient charm at last. \u201cWhat are you doing?!\u201d shouts Vassan<\/a>, his low voice reverberating to the other side of the chasm. \u201cKeep it down,\u201d hisses Falks<\/a>, evidently unhappy by Vassan\u2019s outburst. \u201cWhat must be done,\u201d responds Tymir; Nocten<\/a> and Falks nodding in agreement. \u201cBut that was one of Ien's<\/a> symbols! Do you wish to incur her wrath?!\u201d roars out Vassan, the large knight exhibiting an exorbitant amount of devout passion. \u201cThere\u2019s no reason that should be here, unless--\u201d Before Tymir can finish, the group look up as a multitude more marks suddenly reveal themselves down the length of the rift, and floods of fiends surge unexpectedly towards the wayward knights from ahead.<\/p> Known as the Tideseekers, the Lunar Eclipse Pyreteam<\/a> undertake some of the most critical yet threatening excursions into the deepest, darkest, long-forgotten places. Despite the lack of what traditionally links to their namesake, their main focus is on searching for the mythical Tidestones<\/a>: artefacts of immense power said to have been left behind when the oceans were frozen over millennia ago. What phenomenal energies these relics of the past may contain remains a mystery, with only the Gods knowing those truths for certain. Flurries of abysmal abominations spew forth eclipsing the tight-knit crew\u2019s vision from their salvation, and the earth trembles once more from their tremendous determination. The risk must be worth it?...<\/p> As Karstr\u00f6m\u2019s impetus keeps their forces moving forward, as fatal it may be, they will not falter for those in need. \u201cRae<\/a> damn it. I can\u2019t allow Karstr\u00f6m\u2019s stubbornness to be the death of hundreds. I accept the soul price.\u201d declares the tenacious captain to himself. Kindr holds back his lieutenant to do what he believes to be right, motioning to the top of the nearby ridge. Now darting to the head of the summit, Kindr\u2019s knights break off to assist during the sojourn. Once at its peak, Kindr immediately throws off his both of his gauntlets and pulls an ornate dagger from his waist. Etching a holy sign into his own right hand, he then motions before himself before thrusting it up into the air for no more than a few moments, blood dripping down under foot, and proceeds to clench his hand and shouts out, \u201cNovos yar Rae dom!\u201d In unison, all of Kindr\u2019s soldiers slam their fists into the frigid snow alongside their captain, shaking the glacier below. Radiant sun rays come searing across the stretch to Tarskholm, sanctifying the land, and blazing a trail for the Crescents to cross.<\/p> Miraculously no longer dashing through the snow, it will not be long before Major Ryln Karstr\u00f6m and Captain Kil Kindr\u2019s knights reach Waelund\u2019s to join them in glorious battle against the encroaching Kluuvachni Horde<\/a>. Some so-called righteous acts are much less than accepted compared to others, and those that call upon the use of a person\u2019s blood and soul remain in very high contention amongst the different sects of the Glacial Knights<\/a>. Many worship strictly spiritually, praying and hoping for guidance from the Gods. Many make use of the boons they have been granted to aid them in a wide range of pursuits. Many others go above and beyond though, by giving their own bodies and essence to show their eternal dedication. Calling upon the Sun to purify the wastes, cleansing the taint from the earth to support the knights\u2019 campaign is certainly no small feat, and despite the controversy surrounding that sort of magick it allows them to be on their way significantly faster and close the gap ever so quick. The risk will be worth it!..<\/p> \u201cYou forget yourself Kindr! You may not report to me, but Major Buenor<\/a> will hear of your insubordination!\u201d avows Karstr\u00f6m, outraged by what she sees to be a vast amount of disrespect from Kindr, for both his authority and the tenets she holds. \u201cShe would\u2019ve done the same, and I wouldn\u2019t hesitate to do it again,\u201d counters the young captain, justifying their own actions, \u201cSave the pride for later. We fight as we always do for the living, and we\u2019re needed now especially!\u201d further returns Kindr, issuing the regrouped knights to go with absolute urgency, encouraging their momentum. Anger fills Karstr\u00f6m\u2019s face, but she knows Kindr\u2019s words to be true. Absorbing sunlight from around them, the major\u2019s polearm empowers itself from the sun-soaked shard<\/a> contained within, enhancing the power that will be necessary in the coming conflict. Nearly there, running together as fast as they can, the Crescents ready their arms as they prepare to enter the fray.<\/p> Diving right into the pandemonium, a handful of knights propel themselves into the action with boosted force, breaking apart a mass of the ruthless scourge, and scorching an opening for the rest to enter Tarskholm. Past the diminishing fires at last, the defenders of K\u00e4lran give knowing nods to each other as they are united in purpose, however the time for pleasantries comes later as for now they need to preserve the Light. Erupting back to life, the fiery embers outside of the gates grow ever stronger, waxing as per their sustainer's namesake. The attackers start to wane inside as they are despatched promptly by the respective knights. Pushing them back, the entrance is finally barricaded, and the now-refugees have extra time to reach Astos<\/a>. The risk was worth it!..<\/p> \u201cIt\u2019s blessed you could make it,\u201d sighs Llin<\/a> feeling gratitude and facing a small reprieve at last, sweat dripping from her brow, and her armour now more battered from bloody battle than weakened by the windy weather, \u201cRae\u2019s warmth kept up our morale, I just wish that--\u201d Llin is cut off by Karstr\u00f6m\u2019s questioning before she can finish. \u201cWhere\u2019s Captain Waelund? Ze--\u201d Interrupting in return, the lieutenant points back towards the barracks, \u201cZe\u2019s dying.\u201d she professes, looking down as a tear fills her eye, and letting out a hefty breath then continues, \u201cWhen they broke through the gate one of the Isk<\/a> followed soon after, and--\u201d Yet another interjection comes, this time from Kindr. \u201cAn Isk?! Nobody has seen one for almost 25 years!\u201d Solemn and stout, Llin simply acknowledges this, \u201cI know.\u201d<\/p>","tooltip":null,"image":null,"focus_x":null,"focus_y":null,"image_full":"","image_thumb":"https:\/\/d3a4xjr8r2ldhu.cloudfront.net\/images\/defaults\/notes_thumb.jpg","has_custom_image":false,"image_uuid":null,"header_full":"","header_uuid":null,"has_custom_header":false,"is_private":false,"is_template":false,"is_attributes_private":false,"entity_id":1099718,"tags":[83840,253148,253151],"created_at":"2023-04-17T21:58:08.000000Z","created_by":49007,"updated_at":"2023-11-03T13:01:54.000000Z","updated_by":49007,"urls":{"view":"https:\/\/app.kanka.io\/w\/wayfarers\/entities\/1099718","api":"https:\/\/app.kanka.io\/api\/1.0\/campaigns\/42150\/notes\/204969"},"attributes":[],"posts":[],"entity_events":[],"relations":[],"inventory":[],"entity_abilities":[],"entity_assets":[],"parents":[],"children":[],"type":"Story","note_id":null}}