Dinner Party - Nym's Story

When her turn came, Nym smiled down at her wine, swirling it gently as she began, "Since we last were together here, my life has been quite quiet... which is how I've liked it." She looked up at the group, and continued, "I was burned quite badly in Llewellyn, so I went home to heal..." "In more ways than one," she finished in her mind. 

Her eyes glazed slightly as she stared into the middle distance remembering her life over the past three years. A soft smile spread across her face as she continued, "I've been able to rekindle friendships from my childhood, and... other times." She blushed slightly, thinking if Illuvaen and how their relationship had deepened and intensified in the last few months. Her hand absently went to her necklace, a simple silver chain decorated with a small moonstone, which had been a gift from Illuvaen shortly before she left for Baldur's Gate.

"Do you remember when we were sucked into the Dream Plane?" Nym asked, looking at Darvin and Talathel. "We were attacked by that monologuing purple worm? ...I am sad to say the entire plane collapsed roughly two years ago. Luckily, many of our friends escaped before its destruction. By happy chance, Illuvaen found me in Silverymoon just this last fall." She blushed a deeper shade of red and tucked her messy, long hair behind her ear. 

"Apparently, when we returned here, Illuvaen's mother took control and ruled the land as ruthlessly as the shadowcasters." Nym frowned, feeling guilty that they hadn't been able to destroy the crystal. "Along with Illuvaen, about 100 members of the resistance survived the collapse and now live throughout the Silver Marches. Dohn Aeskmi, the ex-monk, lives in Silverymoon, as does Miss Stake." Nym looked thoughtful for a moment, adding, "You know, they have very strange names. I never thought about it before..." She shook her head, laughing, and added, "I even received a letter over winter from Druuv, the arctic goblin who helped us, telling me she and some of her people had escaped the collapse. They're living north of the Marches in the Spine of the World mountains near Mithral Hall." Nym's brow furrowed, and she added, "I'm not sure what happened to the shadowcasters or the half elf queen, though... They could be in Faerun as well."

Nym was quiet for a moment before adding, "I've been happy. Truly happy." She smiled, thinking of Illuvaen, her father, her friends, and the forest all waiting for her in the Silver Marches. Pipper scratched on Nym's leg, stretching and yawning to get her attention. She picked up the fox and set him on her lap, rubbing her fingers through his soft, white fur.

Trials and Tribulations

Ok, to speed this up I am just going to let you know Dohn told you:


He can train Talathel so that he can pretend to be a monk and sneak inside. He also has the proper robes that won't cause any suspicion.


The dream gate is near the top, and is only a few floors above the crystal that both the elves and him have requested you destroy.

Be extremely careful and keep your wits about you. The tower is essentially a training ground for illusions so it is easy to lose your head. 

He drew up a general map (that is forthcoming) with the routes that are most likely the safest. Of course, his information is a tad old so he apologizes for that.


Try to avoid combat with the shadowcasters - they have mostly been sending out novices to attack you in the last few incidents. 


He has no idea who brought you to this world or why. Maybe that will be answered in the tower? (he then ate a donut).


There is no quick route to get there - it will take about a week overland (I shall skip over most of the boring events for you whenever you are ready.


Do let me know if there is any other information he could possibly provide.


It will take several days for Dohn to give all the training and information neccessary as well as to procure the proper forms and clothing and as such you are forced to enjoy the lovely city. On the second day a messenger arrived from the elven kingdom and told Illuvaen that someone has snatched the queen away. Illuvaen looked at his old friend in a dark and somber mood.
"It looks like the work of the Shadowcasters." Faelith said.
"Well, certainly odd that we are planning on going to their lair anyway." he looked thoughtful for a moment. "Almost too suspicious."
"The council is demanding that you return and take over leadership of the village." Faelith said urgently.
"No, I must see this task finished first. Tell them I hope to return with my mother." Faelith bowed and dashed out of the room.
"It is eerie how everything is coming to a head and all seemingly pointing to this tower." He paused "Where is that goblin anyway? In any case I suspect she will turn up when most needed. I am going to go out for a bit... I need to clear my head." He nodded politely to Darvin and Nym, as well as Pipper and Guybrush before stepping out of the door.

Dohn's Apartment

Dohn led them to his apartment and refused to answer any questions until the morning.

"The night is their realm, we will be somewhat safer in the morning." He led them to a guest bedroom where Darvin managed to snag the bed and leave Talathel on the small cot.

In the morning Darvin and Talathel woke to the smell of bacon, sausage and eggs drifting through the door. As they left their room they saw Dohn wearing a large apron and cooking up a variety of meat products. Seeing them he smiled.
"Fat, salt, and meat are the essential elements of anyones diet! There are also some fresh pastries if you like." He said pointing at a large pile of various pastries. "There is also some fresh juice if you want to make mimosas (he used another word but I will translate it as a mimosa)."