Author: Matt

Catch Up! Episode 6 The History of Darkrock Cavern Nestled deep in the northern Plains of Shalannan, Darkrock Cavern has long been one of Otian’s most prosperous mines. The dwarves of Otian first broke ground over three centuries ago, drawn by rich veins of gold, silver, and a rare mineral known as glowstone, which emits…

Catch Up! Episode 5 Day 1: Departure from Volland The morning sun shimmered upon the floating city of Volland, casting golden ripples across the vast waters of Lake Vollous. The scent of damp wood and fresh lake air filled the streets as the Roving Adventurers stirred from their slumber. The previous day’s victories—besting the Deep…

Catch Up! Episode 4 Into the Darkness The raft rocked gently on the dark waters of Lake Vollous, the city of Volland a distant silhouette against the morning sky. Around them, the water stretched endlessly, still and silent save for the occasional ripple beneath the surface. Faylen, peering over the edge, tightened her grip on…

Catch Up! Episode 3 The Floating City of Volland The floating city of Volland was unlike anything the Roving Adventurers had encountered before. Built entirely atop Lake Vollous, it consisted of wooden platforms and buildings lashed together with thick ropes, bobbing gently on the waves. Wooden bridges spanned the channels between clusters of houses and…

Catch Up! Episode 2 The Watch Wood and Volland The sun had only just begun its westward descent when The Roving Adventurers departed Shalannan. The road leading westward toward Lake Vollous stretched before them, a well-worn route known to merchants, wanderers, and those seeking fortune in the lake-riding city of Volland. Beyond the farmlands that…

Catch Up! Episode 1 Basement Bailout The Roving Adventurers found themselves standing before a modest townhouse nestled in the heart of Shalannan. Their task had been given by Magistrate Kennwall, a foppish and flamboyant official who had taken a keen interest in the strange occurrences plaguing the city. “There have been complaints of disturbances in…

The Port of Shalannan The journey across the sea to Hyebrenia, and the port of Shalannan, had been long but largely uneventful. With the salty breeze at their backs, the Roving Adventurers watched as their ship cut through the final waves and entered the great bay of Shalannan. The towering lighthouse of Point Torun stood…

Nayzungit, a towering half-orc of imposing physique, presents a stark contrast to the rest of the party. His muscular frame, accentuated by his 6’4″ height, speaks of a life of physical hardship and constant struggle. Green skin, a testament to his orcish heritage, is stretched taut over his broad shoulders and thick neck. His black…

Faylen Naemenor, a tall and slender elf, presents a striking figure. Her pale skin and long, braided blonde hair are typical of her kind, but her piercing blue eyes often seem to be focused on something just beyond the immediate surroundings. Standing at 5’10”, she towers over both Makhulim and Marcho, yet her demeanor is…

Marcho Longbottom, a halfling rogue of surprising build, contrasts sharply with his dwarven companion. Standing a mere 3’9″ tall, Marcho is well-built for a halfling, his tanned skin and shock of red hair hinting at a life spent under the sun, a stark contrast to Makhulim’s subterranean pallor. His brown eyes, constantly darting and assessing,…