Seasons of Skyrend

This is the first chapter in our inaugural trilogy. In this chapter, we are introduced to Veil, the Changeling Rogue. These first three chapters serve as an introduction to our characters. They are best thought of as a supplemental to the main story which begins with chapter 4. In these first three chapters, each player answers some fairly basic questions regarding their character’s background. We set this up so that everyone could have a basic understanding of the characters before jumping into the action. As part of the survey, each player also describes a smaller quest they performed that involved another player before the start of our story. That is to say, they describe how they thought it went. Each character introduction ends with us playing out that impromptu quest to discover what really happened. Music: twitter.com/DarylBarnes_ Patreon: patreon.com/skyrendpodcast Discord: discord.gg/yEbuAVU

Welcome to The Glamour!  This interlude takes place between Books 1 & 2 and features a D&D-based minigame called "The Glamour" by Scott Blake, made specifically for our podcast.  Members of The Glamour make their moves in secret in order to benefit themselves with little care for what is generally considered right or legal.  Find out what happens as everyone steps away from our normal roles in this very special chapter.

Welcome to Book 2!  And thank you all for making this possible! With the success of the Bard's Rebellion behind them, Darvin, Arannis, and Veil turn their attention to keeping and strengthening what they've earned.  They can't do it alone, and not everyone is eager to help this fledgling government.  But if they want a lasting freedom from the crown in Karami, they must be willing to overcome new challenges.

Join us for a current state of the podcast announcement all about Book II, an upcoming Q&A, Book III, and substantial relocation effort.  All of the details are right here in less than 6 minutes.  Give it a listen, and then hit us with your questions! Patreon: patreon.com/skyrendpodcast Discord: discord.gg/yEbuAVU

Despite all his power, Tayne seems mostly to be left alone.  He just doesn't take kindly to those who would trespass, neither do his centinid friends.  With the very ground pulled from beneath their feet, and Veil robbed of their sight, can the party overcome this servant of Pathox before his power destroys them?

The party enters the demolished Bristol Shores to find it empty, with the exception of one elf dangling at the end of their rope. They dangle precariously over a group of skull crabs on the beach, devoutly hoping for help to come along. Veil, Arannis, and Darvin may be able to gain a new ally if they can save the elf in time as they begin their search for powerful artifact.

With the Chaos Mages defeated, it's time to recover and look ahead.  The Bard's Rebellion is no longer a movement, it's a government.  And the party is looking for ways to shift that responsibility.  They can rest peacefully knowing their deeds will live on in the new democracy, but there are just a few loose ends to tie up first.

Terrencia, The Glamour Island, has amenities to please the wealthiest of guests. For those not accustomed to such luxuries, it is still an excellent place to grow closer with their companions. While everyone catches their breath, Darvin and Arannis take advantage of the time to get to know their new friend, Iolana. Patreon: patreon.com/skyrendpodcast Discord: discord.gg/yEbuAVU

A feeling of betrayal and loss follows Veil as they turn their back on those they believed to be friends.  While a new and friendly face tries to lift their spirits, the rest of the party must decide what to do next.  Can they get what they want and win back the trust of their friend, or will they simply have to soldier on?  Sometimes a creative solution can require risking even more.

Arriving at Tayne's home, the party must decide just how they want to confront this chaos mage.  Between his unpredictable magic, the unknown rune, and whatever other surprises may be lying in wait, they have their work cut out for them.  Veil, Darvin, and Arannis will need to stay on their toes if they want to overpower Tayne and take his mask back to Patches for their reward.

The party enjoys a peaceful walk along the beach as they make their way to Tayne, a chaos mage who destroyed one of Patches' close friends.  Knowing that he has a connection to the chaos mages who attacked them in Karami, they fear the worst.  But, that doesn't mean there isn't time on the journey unwind a little.  They'll need it.

Returning to Kapras in search of the portal to the Grayscape, the party is shocked to find Veil attacking a winged tiger creature as the town is overrun with intruders. The safe return of their friend has been a priority ever since they were lost, and now it seems as if they are within reach...if not for the giant dragon claw now pinning them to the ground. Patreon: patreon.com/skyrendpodcast Discord: discord.gg/yEbuAVU

No matter what happens in the birthing pools, Darvin will need to make a hard choice once he returns to the village.  Dusty, along with Alana and Jerso, have strict orders to deliver Koram's peace to the grung of The Frost Swamps.  With his friends on one side and his god on the other, Darvin must find the right path for himself.

Entering into The Frost Swamps, the party is quickly confronted by a squad of adolescent grung.  They are tasked with protecting the village while the older generations do their best to fight their malignant condition and try to lead productive lives.  Arannis and Veil know that they need to find some solution if they are to save the grung from the peace that Koram's followers wish to bring.

Baron Misha, the citizen of Bristol Shores, wants nothing more than to find the last remaining bodies of their fallen subjects.  Once that task is complete, they would be more than happy to assist our adventurers.  The only problem is that they aren't sure exactly where the bodies are.  Maybe with a little help, they can lay them to rest and help Darvin, Veil, and Arannis get their hands on Brumble's Mantle.

Back in the city proper, the party meets a nice, old man named Hizerni. Arannis, Veil, and Darvin decide to help him out when they notice he's not having the best day. Let's just say, it gets away from them. Music: twitter.com/DarylBarnes_ Patreon: patreon.com/skyrendpodcast Discord: discord.gg/yEbuAVU

As creatures from The Grayscape invade Kapras, Ezzabith and the other forces in the city do what they can to stop these unknown creatures...including the returned Veil. Even Arannis' mother, Commander Boughfall, is joining in on the fight. But some dangers may take precedence over others, and some tasks may be more difficult than initially thought. Patreon: patreon.com/skyrendpodcast Discord: discord.gg/yEbuAVU

With the character introductions out of the way, we are ready to begin our adventure. In this chapter, Darvin, Veil, and Arannis head into the woods for some highbrow camping. However, their reasons for doing so do not necessarily align. Music: twitter.com/DarylBarnes_ Patreon: patreon.com/skyrendpodcast Discord: discord.gg/yEbuAVU

There is much to explore on The Moaning Islands as the party searches for treasure with XO Dipple.  No one knows exactly what's on the island, and they know even less about what's inside it.  As they search the inlets and caves for any sign of treasure or the lost ship, they are surprised to discover that they are not alone.

As the party seeks a way off The Moaning Islands, they must deal with the remaining dangers.  They find themselves in a precarious position as the sahuagin regroup in hopes of retaining Kervish for their dark purposes.  Find out if Arannis, Darvin, and Veil can overcome the natural (and unnatural) dangers before it's too late.