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Being that their grove has had a outbreak of fungus and became overrun by large mushrooms. Erato doesn't die when the forest is infected. they get changed. instead of a pretty female nymph like normal. they are a large buff man. also since their forest is now funky, no one really trespasses anymore, so they start adventuring instead of acting as the forest guardian

Dm Questions Part 1

Long term goal- Investigation into and if possible removal of the negative energy taking hold of the corrupted isles

Short term goal- Solve Omisha's madness, or at the very least, avenge her.

My fear- The complete destruction of my grove, causing me to cease to exist

Strongest attribute- My beauty, even contaminated and changed, Erato still maintain confident if their looks. part of their infallible pride

Biggest weakness- Technology. they are inexperienced with most human technologies, even simple ones like a bow and arrow is something they don't understand at this moment. Trick's gun would be quite the cause of insecurity

Favorite memory- The flowers that use to grow in Erato's grove, as the protector they must accept the new nature of their grove and the plants that grow in it, but still maintain fond memories of when it was more ..normal

The Story

After being hired on by Guild of the Blade temp leader Calani it was arranged that he and others would look into a "Shadowy Figure" in exchange for a favor. He and the others were going to be subjected to a trial to test their collaboration and strengths. Trick and Calani fought the group without any weapons and succeeded in the trial. He and Umbra began to put on a performance to act natural within the park before a lead was found. The group followed a trail of blood where they came across a beggar in an alley. After talking with him, the beggar guided them to an alleyway where he found a body. He picked up the body and disappeared before the group was ambushed. After the fight and going through a secret passage into a building, the beggar returned and warned them. He warned that what they were doing was dangerous. 

Jo'han had come across a small Tabaxi child that was hiding in the alley crying that he got separated from his mom and dad. Erato was able to calm the child before being handed off to the authorities. After the group had found some Crest of the Star pins on two of the bodies, they decided to head to Frecia Academy of Magic. Once at the academy they approached the headmaster to inform her of what they had found. The academy was placed under a lockdown including them.

The students were all listed as accounted for and they were free to roam around the campus. This is when he, Chef, and Jo'Han Dough went to the Star district. Within the district was a theater where there were students already practicing and performing. Erato gladly took the stage and grabbed the attention of everyone in the room. Many joined in enhancing the performance and captivating select members of the crowd, the Chef included. Those who were wrapped in under his spell were pulled aside where he would ask them questions. He was able to learn that there were students who were consistently leaving the campus under the direction of Cecil. Some signed out other didn't but everyone came back safe and sound. 

The following day, he and the others proceeded to the mess hall and then to the library. Within the library he was able to meet Malady Visus. Reading over her shoulder he was able to read through the recipes she was creating of various herbs and plants he was familiar with. These were rare plants and some were sourced from his homeland. He clipped off a piece of his hair as an offering to her. She accepted and was immediately infatuated with him and agreed to help him with something he was working on. 

He and the group left the library with Luna Eventide and Domino Wittenmyer with them. Out in the courtyard they saw Cecil alongside two familiar faces. The faces of the students who were supposed to be dead. A fight broke out with a mysterious student joining in on the fun with weapons in hand. Cecil was revealed to be Comedina and the student was revealed to be Copper. Copper informed them that now was the time to make a decision as to what side they were on. He informed them that if they wanted help on the decision then to go to Kather's Mystics and Wares.

To get the Varla they needed to take a train. Here is where Erato was able to persuade the train yard to let them through, claiming that the group were part of the royal court. They were allowed entry and hopped onto the train to their destination. During the travels the train was attacked by a group of bandits looking to steal the food that was being transported. During the battle, Erato was able to successfully communicate with a dog and a dire wolf. They eventually followed Erato into Varla where they stayed at the camp for the night. However, the following morning, the dire wolf was no where to be found. 

Erato and the other camped on the outskirts of Kather's property. In the morning he and the others examined a crater that was several feet away from her shop. Within the crater he was able to identify a black rose known to be used in necrotic based magic. He wanted to take a sample of the roses but was told to wait just in case things with Kather would go south. He head the warning of his friends and proceeded to enter the shop after Jo'han had picked the lock. 

They were welcomed into a cluttered shop where they eventually found themselves in a combat with a chest and cabinet. This was after an orange gel was creating a bit of a ruckus and darted behind the chest. Mocking the spruce wood mimic, the battle came to an end and the group was able to meet Kather. After a small discussion with her, she lead them into the back cavern. This was the hideout for the Shooting Star Pirates. She informed them of the identity of the "Shadow Figure" they had been after and offered them to stick around for a bit. 

Erato encouraged Jo'han to talk to "Bazooka Cat" aka Trick and inform him of everything that was going on. He insisted that Trick would be the one to call as he was the one he trusted the most. After calling Trick he sounded nervous which lead them all to believe that he knew more than what was let on.

The following morning after spending the night in Kather's little hideaway he and Chef took on one of the few jobs that Kather had available in exchange for a place to stay. Chef was reluctant at first but the two followed a treasure map. They made their way to the X mark of the map which was a large tree. Erato noted the growth pattern of the plants that were in the area. They both climbed up the tree and then down the large gapping hole. Within the hole they were able to see a blue light that guided them into an open room filled with various items. A skeleton sat in the room with a set of keys. These were the keys that would unlock the large door that was in the room. However, when Chef had grabbed a hold of the key ring he was met with a warning as an arrow came from no where towards him. The two worked together to solve the puzzle of the room and eventually figure out which key was to be placed into the correct lock. 

Once the door was open they were welcomed into a large room with a drop. Down below were several large tiles that Chef jumped down to move. He created a picture using the tiles which solved the second part of the puzzle. A blinding light filled the room before revealing the treasure in the middle. A small pile of coins, a breastplate and the Cosmic starknife. The two bantered back and forth before making their way back to the shop for the night. Chef showed Kather what they had found and they all eventually struck a deal together. 

They were confronted by some individuals who were set out on attacking Kather. During the encounter they received back up by a familiar face Trick alongside Dria Voxville. After the fight, Dria explained about the corruption happening within the world and how she plans on handling the situation. She shared that she would be taking care of the political sides of things if they were able to handle the abrupt monsters that were being released by her father's commands. The group agreed and decided to head to the monster in Yeezla.

Trick had pulled Erato aside to share the information he had kept away from him. He informed Erato that the illness affecting the pirates was the same one affecting Omisha. Trick had reasons to believe that the book that Shiloh now has may have the answers to help break the illness. 

The following morning Erato and the other set off to the bullet train to make their way to the nearest port city. While on the train, they were able to converse with their fellow companions a little more and learn about each other a bit better after traveling together for more than a week. While on the train at a stop, they all came across a familiar face. Vix, the young girl from the academy expressed her mission given to her and asked to partake in their journey for assistance. 

After reaching the port city fortress, Erato proclaimed that they would need to gather seamen to sail the boat that was given to them by Kather. They had gone into the city to find some locals who would partake in the journey. After a drunken night, the men that were gathered declined the job thwarting Erato's plans. However, it was learned that the ship provided to them was alive and sentient. The newly named Delilah ship agreed to take them to where they needed to go.

Trivia

  • Erato doesn't wear clothes but only a loin cloth
  • He thinks he is the most beautiful man in the world.