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Paula Diena Josephina Francisca de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Ruiz y Goldenblade

OC

Race / Human

Twin Blade / Blademaster

Blade Dancer

Goldenblade was a bundle of energy wrapped up in a veil of cluelessness. She's not entierly up to speed, but she's much better than she used to be when the game started. There are still too many details to wrap her head around them all. If she'd been born here, she'd have grown up with them, but now, it's so hard to sort background noise from urgent things. She'd managed to set her race as human, by luck as much as anything else, and the two-swords fighting style looked pretty cool, so she selected that. She knows a tiny bit of kendo, but mostly from watching tournaments on TV when nothing better was on, back in the day when there were only a few channels. And her son took martial arts lessons, so she got to watch some of those and she's at least seen what it looks like. Now, she runs the Crescent Academy, intended as a place where players and Landers would both come to train, but instead sees a trickle of players who want to learn some of the skills she's developed. She's probably best known as the Eas Builder, having been a major part of the reconstruction and new work surrounding the site, including the modern roadway leading there from Takamatsu. She is also an exceptional weapon and armor smith, though those are not unique qualifications and tend not to get as much attention. Current cards that can be trained are listed on +bbread 9/19.

"Bang, zoom! Straight to the moon!" - Paula Diena Josephina Francisca de Paula Juan Nepomuceno María de los Remedios Cipriano de la Santísima Trinidad Ruiz y Goldenblade

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Additional Information

Alliance: Olympus Alliance
Kingdom: The Holy Empire Westelande
Skills: Hack-fu, Follow the Group, What Do I Do Next?


Scenes

Name Date Summary
Isekai Ryokan Grand Opening 2020 August 24th
A Night At The Pub 2020 August 25th
A small crowd of adventurers gather at Isekai Ryokan to shoot the breeze.
Valentine's Day Festivities 2020 August 26th
n the past, certain limited time events would usually be announced using bulletin boards or other out-of-game announcements. However, with the approach of Valentine's Day, many of the Root Towns are beginning to put up colorful decorations. Landers dialogue now seems to include mentions of the upcoming holiday. In Japan, it is customary for girls to give gifts to the men in thier lives for this particular holiday, leading to much whispering and gossip amongst the Landers.

While each of the Root Towns are hosting some manner of simple festivities, a more elaborate festival is being hosted within the Ninetails Dominion. Part in thanks for the aid of Adventurers who supported them during the recent Wave of Calamity, and in part to draw more business to the region. Setup has already begun in Dun Loireag for what promises to be a night of revelry.

(OOC: Social event to celebrate IC Valentine's Day. Shop owners/crafters may have booths to sell their wares. Cooks may have food stalls. Adventurers may host booths with games of chance. Socialize, exchange gifts, eat, drink, dance and be merry.)
Noob on the Loose 2020 August 26th
Goldenblade meets Atif in the Town of Beginnings
The Growling Dark 2020 August 27th
The Madra Feargach Caverns are one of the early 'dungeon' areas that people ran through in ETO before the Black Wave. It is known for being fairly simple and straightforward, with appropriate challenge ratings and dropping the usual newbie level dungeon loot.

But that was before the Black Wave. Someone has decided to check on the area now to confirm some theories.

It will be mysterious. And perhaps also dangerous.

Olympus oriented scene. Allies of Plant Duck may also attend.
Hunting Party 2020 August 27th
GB and friends go hunting
Duty Session 89: Goblin Scouts in the Field 2020 August 31st
A porcelain quest has been offered to the Hunters Guild. There's reports of Goblin Scouts in the Eastal Free League region, close to the ruins of a place called 'Shibuya'. The region is largely open fields, with a lot of tall weeds. But there's old roads in the region that still carry some people who go to that region to gather some special herbs that can't be found anywhere else. The request requires the disposal of these goblins.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Building the Guild Hall 2020 September 2nd
Members of Crescent Moon pitch in to start building a guild hall.
Aimless Soul 2020 September 3rd
Seliana has recently respawned in Dun Loiraeg after having died to hunger and thirst debuffs. She is aimless and unmotivated, but could probably use some assistance or guidance.
All In The Same Boat 2020 September 3rd
In which newbies discuss newbie things. Guest starring The Great Jazuhanzu!
Goldenblade and Jazuhanzu meet in Carmina Gadelica Marina 2020 September 4th
A night at the Isekai Ryoken 2020 September 5th
Where in people eat, drink, and and generally socialize.
Delivery at the Isekai Ryokan 2020 September 6th
Climb: The Floor 2 Boss 2020 September 6th
Adventurers are looking a lot more confident, having beaten the first floor boss. It'd been different, so they're prepared to send more people in this time. No doubt, this is going to be easier than the first time! So goes the theory.

The Scale Emblem Alliance once again leads the charge into another Boss Room, crossing the desert, expecting to battle Asterius the Taurus King; an enormous armored humanoid taurus.
Field Quest: Caravan Escort 2020 September 6th
There is a few Landers that need willing adventurers to aid them! They need escorts to walk alongside their caravans from Carmina Gadelica Marina to Alne, as they move supplies from one town to the other.

With the rumor of possible goblins, Gnolls, and bandits about, these landers don't want to take any chances.

Will to you be willing to aid in the escort question for a possible reward in the end, along with some silver?

((OOC Note: Cards required, not decks. No limit to participation, beyond need at least 4 to earn reward, as I will be focusing on DMing (aka Xander won't be there), but I can handle more than just 4. Any questions, please feel free to contact me in advance. ))
Meeting a Goldenblade 2020 September 8th
Down By The Bay 2020 September 12th
Just Another Day in Alne 2020 September 13th
Wave of Calamity: 2 2020 September 13th
The second Wave of Calamity has appeared upon the land of the Holy Empire Westelande. Well away from its main holdings, the army isn't mobilizing any significant force at this time - but they are paying Adventurers through the Hunters Guild to investigate what is going on - on the horizon.

The skies grow dark. The clouds churn. It's coming.
Tournament - Signup Open 2020 September 14th
+scene/schedule Sep 13 16:30/Tournament - Signup Open=The Scale Emblem Alliance is hosting a tournament that will take place in Breg Epona at the Dragon Palace Arena - The Grand Balancing of the Scales. The tournament will be open to everyone. The week long signup period has begun and can be done at Hunters Guildhalls in the Root Towns of every kingdom.

The SEA HQ in Alne is a busy place and another location that individuals can come to signup for the tournament. In addition to the signup, the distribution of posters and advertisements continues along with various members working out final details and plans for the upcoming tournament.

((OOC: This is also the OOC Signup to become an MC for the upcoming tournament! Want to have some fun commentating other people's matches for an audience? This is your chance!))

((OOC: You don't need to participate in this scene to sign up for the tournament. Check full tournament details with +bbread Public/Scene Announcements/3))
Duty Session 96: Escort Quest: Artificial Stupidity 2020 September 15th
A Lander stands just at the exit of town with a familiar quest marker being offered. Apparently, they need to travel to a nearby location which requires traversing through rough terrain, filled with monsters. So, they have reached out to brave Adventurers to help guide them on their way!

It's just a simple escort mission. What could go wrong?

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: None
Everyone Knows Less Covering is More Power 2020 September 15th
Dressed for Distress 2020 September 16th
IN WHICH Uta, having all-but-totalled her main uniform, finally gets herself a spare, thus discovering the insanity that Generic Starting Outfits are. Everyone else is smarter and asks for armor instead.
A Working Workout 2020 September 18th
Duty Session 99: Obligatory Rat Cellar 2020 September 19th
In each of the starting cities, there are at least a couple of poor merchant landers who have developed mysterious rat problems. This is clearly bad for business! A worried looking Lander stands outside their shop, rubbing their hands together, looking anxious, flagging down any passing Adventurer they can find to help.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: None
Match: Goldenblade vs Xander 2020 September 20th
Tournament: Goldenblade vs Xander 2020 September 21st
It's tournament time, as Goldenblade takes on Xander. Who will be victorious! Let's find out!!!
High In The Sky 2020 September 21st
Beach Things 2020 September 25th
Field Quest: Misty Ruins Finale: All Hail The King 2020 September 27th
The adventurers have come to this place once more. The princess is in a crystal and locked away. The king of the lands is fully twisted by the taint.

The kingdom is crumbling into oblivion.

This is the final battle to set these people free...

... And open a new chapter to the story.

Prepare for battle Adventurers, for on this day, you fight the Tainted King.

(( Cards required, not decks. Open to all who can make it. This will be a straight up boss fight with defense and attack rolls. I might just fully GM this one, so no Xander (possibly). When this is done, a new adventure will open up, but those details will be explained at the end! ))
Tower Shadow: Sabotage Near Tolbana 2020 October 2nd
Forces are starting to move within the tower that oppose the tower climbers. Will the adventurers of Tolbana be able to handle a sudden emergency?

OOC: This scene will take place primarily within Tolbana. It is planned for a max of 4 adventurers excluding myself. +scene/tag this scene to sign up, first come first serve.
Did Someone Say Burgr? 2020 October 7th
Social scene at the Crescent Burger
Combat: They Came From The Mist 2020 October 13th
Fishermen and Hunters, rest by the sea. No concern do they have, no concern should there be. Though from the mist, growls do they hear.

For soon the Fishermen and Hunters fear they will be no more.

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Calling Adventurers to arms! Come save some Landers from a dreaded horde of undead! Bring your axes, bows, swords, magics, and whatever else you can find.

There is some undead to crush!

    [REMINDER]
This scene will be a combat scene. It will be using concept rolls vs the undead horde. There will be an HP Bar present to track everyone's health, along with the horde.

Any questions, do feel free to ask.
Social at the Burger Joint 2020 October 15th
Duty Session 106: Still Water Bandits 2020 October 15th
With the increased trade between the various cities and kingdoms, the Lander traders have also been reporting an increase in Bandit activity. A group that calls themselves the 'Still Water Bandits' has begun raiding caravans and ships. This has caused a slowing of supply lines, as well as damage to the lives and livelihoods of the traders. They are seeking help from capable Adventurers to help clear out a number of bandit camps.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Increase in trade route efficiency
+Duty: Ezzo Rescue 2020 October 22nd
There is a last push to get the remaining refugees off of the Ezzo continent. The Landers are looking for Adventurers willing to help with the perilous sea voyage.

OOC: Max Party size 6 (GM Included)
Duty Session 110: Spinner's End 2020 October 22nd
The Landers in the Town of Beginnings seem to have a never ending string of trouble that comes their way. A few of the local Lander blacksmiths have complained that they are struggling to get the raw ore that they need. Apparently, the nearby mines have been overwhelmed with beasts and monsters, making it hard for the miners to continue their excavation efforts. It blips as an optional side-quest with a reward of improving the available resources in the Town of Beginnings.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Increases in mining efficiency in Town of Beginnings.
Peko Ranch Grand Opening 2020 October 23rd
The Quick-Feather Peko Ranch is having their grand opening. Tour the grounds, meet some of the pekos for sale, take a ride around the practice track, or simply mooch free food and drink that will be on offer.

Scene type: Casual/Social
+Duty: Spinner's End 2020 October 24th
A team is being organized to help clear Spinner's End. With players starting to reach high enough levels to unlock new content in the dungeon, it seems a good time to encourage others to get a dungeon clear.

OOC: Max party size: 6 (GM Included)
Climb: The Floor 3 Boss 2020 October 25th
Departing from Zumfit with advice from the Elders, Scale Emblem continues on their coarse to get out of this world and try to get home. With their people well over the level of the 3rd floor by now, they intend to push straight through and bum-rush the boss with extra forces, holding the information they need to take down Nerius the Evil Treant.
A Debt Owed 2020 October 25th
Goldenblade, and Gwen. Meet up with Kaydon to settle some debts.
Bun-Bun Race 2020 October 27th
From around Yamato, Adventurers and Landers have gathered together their best and brightest racing bun-buns. Adorable and cute, they will be sent through an obstacle course, with the winner gaining fame and renown.

OOC: If you attended the peko race, this will be very similar. You pick a special concept for your bun-bun to be 'good' at, choos two cards to aid your bun-bun, then roll to encourage and guide your bun-bun throughout the race!

Concepts: Handle Animal, Tracking, Evasion, Searching, Song
Goldenblade meets the Baroness 2020 October 28th
Invasion of the Bun-Buns 2020 October 29th
The farmers of Yamato only just finished planting their crops, and now there is an abundance of hungry bun-buns who could all but decimate their efforts. Adventurers have been hired to help protect the fields, but will they be able to ward off so many ravenous little balls of fluff?

OOC: Card+Concept rolled event.
Caerbannog Hunt 2020 October 30th
It's the Bun Bun festival, and how can a WereFang Caerbannog not get involved? However it is Wisteria and she's still hunting for odd things and rare drops to help get everyone home. Critters are dropping eggs durring the Bun Bun festival and so she's off to hunt her progenetor monster. It's a Caerbannog hunt! She has an idea where to find one, she'll need brave adventurers to help her get these eggs, the Caerbannog isn't known to go down easy after all.

    OOC: Join me for a dangerous mission to fight the Caerbannog. Who doesn't want to meet the bun that spawned a Wisteria?
Duty Session 118: Bun-Bun Festival 2020 October 31st
Once a year, the Bun-Bun Festival brings with it a sense of cheer to the peoples of Yamato. The Landers prepare for a huge banquet, asking Adventurers to aid them in the task. It's bound to be a hopping good time. Right?

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Climb: The Floor 4 Boss 2020 November 1st
Shortly in the wake of the Third Floor boss, the Scale Emblem Alliance pushes through to the Fourth Floor boss! Their levels are still well ahead of what they need to be for the fourth boss, and they are feeling quite confident thanks to the last battle!

Usual Boss Battle rules! Minor Memories are at risk for people who stay past their HP danger zone.

OOC: If you are at this event, you can not attend Scene 407.
Ranch Work 2020 November 2nd
Fields Ablaze 2020 November 3rd
    Fires are burning on the hills,
    lives are running all full of fear.
    Three figures stand to observe their work,
    To watch with glee,
    To watch with glee.

    Run little lives run.
    Do not turn back,
    Do not turn back.

    For they come closer ever so closer.

    Do not turn back,
    Do not look back.

    Or they will have your soul for dinner.

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    The people of the land need assistance of the Adventurers once more! With the open field being set on fire, landers and animals alike are forced to run for their lives.

They will not only need to deal with the burning blaze that might set as an arena floor, but also three enemies that want their blood!

(( Prepare for a battle, as the HP Bar will be present. ))
Along A Copper Path 2020 November 6th
The Copperpath Mines located near the city of Alne is one of the few copper-bearing mines in the region, and thus both contested as a matter of course and, due to the terrible state of local infrastructure, filled with monsters and bandits and suchlike.

That's never stopped any Adventurer once in their life.

Come for the bosses that are actually just elaborate plunger pressing minigames, stay for the friends we made along the way. Aimed towards Olympus Alliance adjacent people, but all Friends of Plant Duck are welcome. May be capped if hell freezes over/mood explodes.
+duty: Spinner's End 2020 November 8th
Last minute run of Spinner's End before this +duty is retired. If you're still missing rewards from this, come on by for this GMed version of the +duty. Would prefer to keep this scene to no larger than 7 players.
Rise For Your Master 2020 November 9th
Duty Session 125: Obligatory Rat Cellar 2020 November 9th
In each of the starting cities, there are at least a couple of poor merchant landers who have developed mysterious rat problems. This is clearly bad for business! A worried looking Lander stands outside their shop, rubbing their hands together, looking anxious, flagging down any passing Adventurer they can find to help.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: None
For Your Eyes Only 2020 November 11th
Bibilan Dungeon 2020 November 12th ), it will be a very exploration/combat-heavy scene with minimal traps as complications. If I get enough players to join, there will be possible card rewards as well!
Duty Session 126: Totally Typical Tomb 2020 November 13th
Landers don't leave bodies to bury, but graveyards are still created as a place for them to mourn the departed. For some reason these places are randomly becoming infested with undead. The Hunter's Guild has an open quest available for clearing these infestations.
Lunchtime at Wake's 2020 November 13th
Goldenblade is invited to Baroness Wake's home to discuss the plans and requirements for Goldenblade's school.
Lunch and Learning 2020 November 14th
Kita and Goldenblade share a lunch, and a conversation about themselves and their lives.
One Saturday in Crescent Burger 2020 November 15th
Outside Crescent Burger 2020 November 15th
Later that day
Duty Session 130: Spinner's Deep 2020 November 17th
After the efforts of many Adventurers to finally clear out the creatures from within the mines on the Isle of Beginnings, the Landers are finally able to return to their work. However, the first miners have reported an unusual room within the first levels of the mine.

The room seems to be the source of the previous infestation, but now shows a strange glowing arcane circle that refuses to allow them to pass. The Landers have reached out to the Hunter's Guild, seeking capable Adventurers to find out what lies beyond this strange device.

What is certain, is that the spiders in the mines now known as Spinner's End, had to have come from somewhere. Danger lies on the unknown path ahead. Are you brave enough to face it?

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: None
Meeting Strawberry 2020 November 17th
Duty Session 131: Totally Typical Tomb 2020 November 18th
Landers don't leave bodies to bury, but graveyards are still created as a place for them to mourn the departed. For some reason these places are randomly becoming infested with undead. The Hunter's Guild has an open quest available for clearing these infestations.
Duty Session 133: Goblins in the Rotting Forest 2020 November 18th
A request goes up on the Hunters Guild board, paid for by the Eastal Free League's Council of Four. A region close to Fort Ouph, near where the Third and Fourth combined Wave was, Goblins have shown up - and they are not sure where they are actually coming from. Adventurers are being sent to investigate their origin, and to stop the Goblins from doing any further harm to the forest..

Difficulty:    High
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Success protects the Eastal Free League forest from dying off to a mysterious illness.
Duty Session 134: Gnoll it All 2020 November 19th
A powerful Gnoll has been reported as creating havoc within one one of the low-level Forest zones. The Berserker and his allies have been making things difficult for both Adventurers and Landers. This encounter seems to only appear at night. The Hunter?s Guild has posted an Obsidian-level Bounty for any brave Adventurers who can defeat Haggar the Gnoll Barbarian.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
+Duty: Spinner's Deep 2020 November 20th
The Hunter's Guild is reaching out to Adventurers, seeking those who are willing to brave the next level of the dungeon beneath the mines in Alne. Come for spiders, mines, and adventure!

OOC: Scheduled +duty run of Spinner's Deep. Max Party size: 8
Preparing for an Attack 2020 November 21st
Adventurers look to prepare supplies for the journey to an outlying village under threat from the undead army.
+Duty: Undead Defense Force 2020 November 21st
Ninetails Dominion is seeking the aid of Adventurers to protect their villages against the undead who seem to be pushing forward with their bold attacks.

OOC: Scheduled +duty run of Undead Defense Force. Max Party size: 8
By a lake in Ninetails 2020 November 22nd
Random encounter
Obsidian: Rock Eater 2020 November 24th
A young warrior and his party has requested aid in escorting a woman by the name of Akumeiji into a series of caves within the Eastal Free League region, but they are worried that their party is not up to snuff to deal with the Rock Eater monster that is said to roam the cave, and they've requested some additional aid from the Hunters Guild.
Some background 2020 November 24th
Goldenblade tries to understand
It Begins with Some Scouts 2020 November 25th
Some of the smaller salamander tribes in the Holy Empire of Westlande have begun to report occasional issues with giant ants coming and raiding their camps at night, stealing food, resources, and the most alarmingly, even making off with tents -- regardless of if there are people inside of them or not.

     Adventurers have been recruited to begin investigating this matter, and figure out why the ants are suddenly beginning to act so peculiarly. At present, the reports on if the ants are aggressive or not is being rather conflicting. Some say they just take food and leave, others have said that they've been attacked with little provocation, so the hired adventurers should likely be ready for a fight!
Duty Session 140: Escort Quest: Artificial Stupidity 2020 November 26th
A Lander stands just at the exit of town with a familiar quest marker being offered. Apparently, they need to travel to a nearby location which requires traversing through rough terrain, filled with monsters. So, they have reached out to brave Adventurers to help guide them on their way!

It's just a simple escort mission. What could go wrong?

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 141: Spinner's Deep 2020 November 27th
After the efforts of many Adventurers to finally clear out the creatures from within the mines on the Isle of Beginnings, the Landers are finally able to return to their work. However, the first miners have reported an unusual room within the first levels of the mine.

The room seems to be the source of the previous infestation, but now shows a strange glowing arcane circle that refuses to allow them to pass. The Landers have reached out to the Hunter's Guild, seeking capable Adventurers to find out what lies beyond this strange device.

What is certain, is that the spiders in the mines now known as Spinner's End, had to have come from somewhere. Danger lies on the unknown path ahead. Are you brave enough to face it?

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: None
Wiskey & Wine... But Probably Sake 2020 November 29th
Duty Session 144: The Vanishing Forest 2020 November 29th
A strange location seems to open up only once a year during the Living Green Festival. No one seems certain if it is a result of the abundance of plant growth that creates the strange forest within the Eastal Free League, or if the location actually moves, shifting somewhere unreachable during the rest of the year.

The Hunters Guild has asked for brave adventurers who would be willing to explore and report back what they find within the Vanishing Forest. They are bidding Adventurers to try to gather anything unusual that they might find so it can be studied.

OOC: This dungeon is only available during The Living Green Festival. This dungeon is exploration-based and focuses on the 'Gather' and 'Discover' concepts with only minor 'Combat'.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Three Alliances Meet 2020 November 30th

    After meeting with the Undead Queen, Giganpor has chosen to share the information with the other Alliances besides just the New World Alliance. Among this is also the chance for all three Alliances to share information if they so wish besides just the Undead Army threat. Since it is a large group of people, Giganpor has secured Isekai Ryokan for the purpose of it.

    OOC: Social scene. Tentative date. Since it is after IRL Thanksgiving if people can not make it and want to be there, @mail Giganpor and he can reschedule. Time is earlier to allow people time and such due to IRL work. Can be even earlier if people want. Have at thee!
Hunting Hammers 2020 December 2nd
Where in Wisteria reaches out to another blacksmith type to try and get armor built so she can stuff it with all the curses.
Festival: Jungle of Whispers 2020 December 3rd
Living Green Festival: A patch of jungle near Shibuya has become overgrown by plantlife. Rumors tell that mysterious voices seem to be coming from within the dense undergrowth. A team of adventurers has been sent out to explore the jungle and find the source of the strange happenings.

(OOC: Exploration-based event. Card+Concept for rolls. Max party size: 10)
Just Another Day 2020 December 4th
Duty Session 152: The Vanishing Forest 2020 December 6th
A strange location seems to open up only once a year during the Living Green Festival. No one seems certain if it is a result of the abundance of plant growth that creates the strange forest within the Eastal Free League, or if the location actually moves, shifting somewhere unreachable during the rest of the year.

The Hunters Guild has asked for brave adventurers who would be willing to explore and report back what they find within the Vanishing Forest. They are bidding Adventurers to try to gather anything unusual that they might find so it can be studied.

OOC: This dungeon is only available during The Living Green Festival. This dungeon is exploration-based and focuses on the 'Gather' and 'Discover' concepts with only minor 'Combat'.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Finding Castle Eas 2020 December 7th
Baroness Wake has received a definitive lead for Castle Eas and is gathering a strike force of adventurers to break past Orc scouting parties and other assorted challenges as they ascend the mountains to the southwest of Tokushima. Those who were not involved in the Castle Eas project are welcome!

(This event will include some card+concept rolls, but the HP-Bar will not be used for combat. Max party size: 6)
Academy Planning 2020 December 8th
Over The Water 2020 December 9th
Festival: The Plant that Ate Dirty Smocks 2020 December 9th
Living Green Festival: Clothing has started to go missing in the villages of Eastal! One day, things are hanging on the line to dry, the next they are gone, leaving behind only strange markings. Clearly, something nefarious must be at play! Come, hunt down the wayward vegetable that is leaving the Landers in nothing but their skivvies.

(OOC: Combat-based event. Card+Concept for rolls. HP-Bar will be present. Max party size: 10-12)
The Howl Of War 2020 December 9th
The alliances have worked up a possible network to alarm larger groups of undead activity. One such activity comes up through the chimlinks. There is an attack happening on a small fishing village.

Only thing is, the ghouls and bones attack are NOT human, but rather that of Werefangs and wolfhounds.. and the group that reported the attack, well, they had to fall back.

It will be up to new party to charge in and save the day!
Obsidian: Cave 2020 December 10th
An Adventurer has approached the Hunters Guild, asking them to help with a Quest 'before it is too late', requesting a team to enter into the caves close to Fort Ouph with her to help out with a matter of great importance.
Duty Session 158: Convoy Escort Quest I 2020 December 13th
Escort quests, the bane of any experienced gamer. Assisting people who are unable to defend themselves as they trudge slowly through dangerous environments on a preset path. When implemented well, they're a chore - when implemented poorly, they're a nightmare.

The merchant guilds and the People of the Land will pay handsomely to see this convoy deliver its goods - and its people - to the destination, and your group is needing to head that way anyway for your own reasons, so it's time to hitch up and hit the road. It can't be all that bad of a quest, right? Two days of travel will fly right on by.

(Note: This Duty takes several IC days to complete.)

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 159: Still Water Bandits 2020 December 14th
With the increased trade between the various cities and kingdoms, the Lander traders have also been reporting an increase in Bandit activity. A group that calls themselves the 'Still Water Bandits' has begun raiding caravans and ships. This has caused a slowing of supply lines, as well as damage to the lives and livelihoods of the traders. They are seeking help from capable Adventurers to help clear out a number of bandit camps.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Increase in trade route efficiency
Duty Session 162: Undead Defense Force 2020 December 16th
New World Alliance along with local people of the Ninetails Dominion are attempting to protect the homes from the undead hordes that are trying to take over! Help defend their villages and push back the undead by successfully keeping the horde at bay.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Success slowly decreases undead presence in Ninetails Dominion.
Slime Labs: Moderately Sized Opening 2020 December 19th
The Royal Society for the Appreciation and Study of Gelatinous Creatures would like to cordially invite you to the Moderately Sized Opening of our newest (and also first) location. There is going to be food, drinks, and, of course, slimes. Uta might even give a tour of the laboratory, if you are lucky!

Mainly meant as a social scene, there might be some optional dice rolling involved (if Uta's applicant manages to think of something by the time the scene starts.

Uta is finally going to have her slimarium, and it's gonna be glorious!
Breaking The Line 2020 December 20th
With the numbers seeming to be dwindling thanks to the Adventurers' efforts, it is time to break the far-reaching southern line.

The Merchant Blades, along with the Peko Army are setting up a march and assault on that line and are calling out to the adventurers to give aid.

Time to drive the undead back to wince they came and free up the southern corridor!

(( As a note, Undead Defense Force will be ending Sunday morning before or shortly after the scene. Something new will eventually be created to replace it. Hope to see you all there! ))
Duty Session 166: Totally Typical Tomb 2020 December 22nd
Landers don't leave bodies to bury, but graveyards are still created as a place for them to mourn the departed. For some reason these places are randomly becoming infested with undead. The Hunter's Guild has an open quest available for clearing these infestations.
Duelist League: Setsuna vs Uta 2020 December 27th
Two people are going to beat each other up. Will this violence ever end? Fans of the Duelist League hope not.
Duty Session 172: Goblin Scouts in the Field 2020 December 28th
A porcelain quest has been offered to the Hunters Guild. There's reports of Goblin Scouts in the Eastal Free League region, close to the ruins of a place called 'Shibuya'. The region is largely open fields, with a lot of tall weeds. But there's old roads in the region that still carry some people who go to that region to gather some special herbs that can't be found anywhere else. The request requires the disposal of these goblins.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 173: Is It Wrong to Pick Up Slimes in a Dungeon? 2020 December 29th
There are plenty of places in Alne that seem to have been left abandoned up until recently. The influx of Adventurers and Landers have caused empty areas of the city to become occupied in quick order. As the city is surrounded by water, it is also particularly prone to infestations of slimes. Landers are reporting that they are having trouble getting water into some areas of the city. They are asking for Adventurers who might be brave enough to face the sewers and waterways beneath the city to clear out some of the slimes in order to help get the water flowing again.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Increases in clean water availability in Alne.
Duelist League: Vertina vs Goldenblade 2021 January 2nd
Duelist League: Goldenblade vs Xander 2021 January 3rd
Forgotten Family Story 2021 January 4th
The Merchant Blades have heard some rumors of the Undead's commander who rides on a horse heading into the wood's with actual 'food'. While they dare not follow him, they have placed out a request to adventurers willing to look into the matter.

To find where Auther is taking the food and why? After all, undead don't need to eat actual food -- do they? Nor does a vampire-- right? So why?

That is what you will all be finding out...

-- This scene will operate like a duty. There will be challenges, possible failure paths, and only three cards will allowed to be used. --
Duty Session 176: The Tides of Summer 2021 January 4th
During the Summer Beach Festival, it is common for Landers and Adventurers alike to make use of the beaches around Yamato. It is rare to see monsters during this time of year, but it does still happen. Enough so that some people are stationed at the shoreline, ready to spot anything that might come from the sea. It is one of these calls to arms that has brought Adventurers to the shoreline, ready to fight.

OOC: This dungeon is only available during The Summer Beach Festival. This is largely a combat-based Duty.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Festival: Trials of Honor 2021 January 7th
In the lands of the Holy Empire Westelande, it is a summer tradition to test the skills of their young warriors as a right of passage. This year, Adventurers have been invited to join the trials.
The Cream of the Crop 2021 January 7th
How can one avoid sunburns in this new world? It's easy! Just pretend you're salad!
Duty Session 178: The Tides of Summer 2021 January 8th
During the Summer Beach Festival, it is common for Landers and Adventurers alike to make use of the beaches around Yamato. It is rare to see monsters during this time of year, but it does still happen. Enough so that some people are stationed at the shoreline, ready to spot anything that might come from the sea. It is one of these calls to arms that has brought Adventurers to the shoreline, ready to fight.

OOC: This dungeon is only available during The Summer Beach Festival. This is largely a combat-based Duty.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Goldenblade's Mission 2021 January 9th
Deus Ex Machina: Schachmatt 2021 January 10th
A team of intrepid explorers, led by Jazuhanzu, Kita, Uta and Shiruba, travel back to the mysterious north-western island in order to meet with Spatjahr, now that the troublesome weather conditions around the island have settled, and the Machina they seek to meet has recharged a bit.

Take note of the time!
One Day in the Town of Beginnings 2021 January 10th
Duty Session 182: For Whom the Bell Gnolls 2021 January 13th
Recently, there has been a shift in the behavior of the gnolls who dwell within the forests close to the newbie leveling areas. They had always been a threat, but it seems as if they have started to change their tactics as a result of Adventurer activity in the area. They no longer strike only at night, meaning that the forests are now a dangerous place, even during the daylight hours. With a number of both Lander and Adventurer deaths attributed to the gnolls, the Hunters Guild has put out a call to thin out their numbers, in the hopes it might return gnoll activity back to normal levels.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce gnoll activity in new player leveling areas.
Merek and the talking of things 2021 January 13th
Duty Session 183: Grunty Drive 2021 January 14th
A porcelain quest has been offered to the Hunters Guild. A small consortium of Lander ranchers would like adventurers to drive their Grunties to market. The party will have to cover a fair distance, involving camping outdoors, warding off predators, and negotiating the sale of the grunties at the end destination. The request requires the delivery of the majority of the herd to the market town and their successful sale.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 184: Still Coast Pirates 2021 January 15th
After many raids by capable Adventurers, the Bandit camps along the shoreline around the Isle of Beginnings have all but been wiped out. However, the source of the Bandits still remains. A pirate ship has often been spotted along the waterways, taking advantage of the increased trade between the Kingdoms following the Apocalypse. The Hunter's Guild has put out a call to Adventurers to once again step in against these ruffians, seeking a way of eliminating the new Pirate threat.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Improve efficiency of trade by waterways.
Duty Session 185: Clearing Castle Eas 2021 January 15th
With the discovery of the Castle Eas, Baroness Wake has called upon her fellow adventurers, seeking aid in clearing out the orcs that currently occupy it. The Castle lies in the mountains of the Fourland Dukedom, set upon a waterfall.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: The clearing of the castle will allow for it to be repaired and used for the benefit of People of the Land and Adventurers.
Climb: The Floor 5 Boss 2021 January 17th
A good amount of time has passed, but the Fifth Floor has so far gone undefeated. It appears the Floor Boss escaped to battle room and is wandering the massive ruined city of Karluin - occupied by massive roving groups of Goblins. Luckily, thanks to Prophylaxis' negotiation tactics, the Scale Emblem Alliance has a new ally in their search to continue their climb.

And their new ally has a particular dislike for Goblins.
Goldenblade seeks some help 2021 January 18th
Duty Session 193: Goblins in Mac Anu 2021 January 20th
The sightings of Goblins have raised significantly within Mac Anu. Nobody has figured out the source of the Goblins yet, but the Hunters Guild is sending teams down into its sewers to lower its monster numbers and get an idea where the movements are coming from.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Reduce Goblin Presence in Mac Anu and unlock a plot project.
Goldenblade asks tactical questions 2021 January 21st
Duty Session 196: For Whom the Bell Gnolls 2021 January 22nd
Recently, there has been a shift in the behavior of the gnolls who dwell within the forests close to the newbie leveling areas. They had always been a threat, but it seems as if they have started to change their tactics as a result of Adventurer activity in the area. They no longer strike only at night, meaning that the forests are now a dangerous place, even during the daylight hours. With a number of both Lander and Adventurer deaths attributed to the gnolls, the Hunters Guild has put out a call to thin out their numbers, in the hopes it might return gnoll activity back to normal levels.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce gnoll activity in new player leveling areas.
Goldenblade meets with Setsuna 2021 January 22nd
The Caves Of Despair 2021 January 23rd
They're just regular caves, but with Jazuhanzu in them.
The Secret of CHIM 2021 January 23rd
With information in hand, a team of Adventurers dives into an old Gnome stronghold within the depths of one of the outer Ezzo Empire caves, just on the edge outside of the Dome. They search for an Elemental Machine that reportedly is being maintained by Chim Chims. Though their goal isn't the Elemental Machine... it's the Chims.

OOC: Take note of the time for this one! This one caters towards the European timezone.
A Night At The Carnival II 2021 January 26th
The carnival will soon come to a close. A few adventurers have already discovered the sinister nature of such a fun place. The question remains, what will they do about it and can anyone be saved this eve before other lives are taken for Forgotten Army.

(( This scene is open to all. Your choices impact how things unfold, including if combat takes place. It will be open for people to walk in at any time until about three hours after scene start, there I may have to close the doors for walk ins. Any questions, please feel free to @mail or contact me on Discord as I am also Xander ))
The Elephant In The Plaza 2021 January 27th
The recent Wave of Calamity put a huge hole in the middle of Alne Plaza. But a man wearing an Elephant Mask has appeared in the Plaza, lifting rocks four times his size, working on repairing the damage and rebuilding the home that once stood over it.
Taming The Beast 2021 January 31st
Date Pending, as I need to make sure I have sunday off (not trusting my job atm). Should things go right, the general gist is Xander is gonna be breaking the Dread Branch and capturing a new mount. He also might be trying to show Uta a thing or two on monster handling & capture /while/ doing this.

I'll write up a better desc once I know what RL is doing.
Festival: Gift of the Divine 2021 February 4th
A huge storm has formed along the coastline of the Eastal Free League. Unlike the usual weather this time of year, it has not moved on given the passage of time. Now, Adventurers are sought to bring a 'gift' into the storm, perhaps to appease whatever might be at the heart of it.
Duty Session 210: A Dark and Stormy Night 2021 February 4th
During the Storm Festival, it is common for Adventurers to gather indoors at a local inn or tavern. Any place to get away from the heavy rains and piercing wind. However, on one such Dark and Stormy Night, a Lander has come inside from the storm, bringing with them an unusual quest. They are tasked to brave the storm and face wind elementals in order to gather some strange alchemical ingredient.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Storm Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based, with some minor uses of other concept types.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 195: Clearing Castle Eas 2021 February 4th
With the discovery of the Castle Eas, Baroness Wake has called upon her fellow adventurers, seeking aid in clearing out the orcs that currently occupy it. The Castle lies in the mountains of the Fourland Dukedom, set upon a waterfall.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: The clearing of the castle will allow for it to be repaired and used for the benefit of People of the Land and Adventurers.
A Job Offer 2021 February 6th
Duelist League: Goldenblade vs Setsuna 2021 February 9th
MMORPG Avatars: The Last Teabenders. 2021 February 10th
Not your grandma's tea party. Unless your grandma wuxia's her way around while blasting elemental magic. In that case, I stand corrected.
Morning Sun 2021 February 12th
It starts with the rising sun and ends with a possible friendship... Or possibly plotting.
Family Lineage 2021 February 14th
Gabriella Drake sits on a stump just outside of the city. Her gaze looking at an arrow in her hand. Her thumb gently runs over the sharp tip. "Do you think," She asks the merchant in front of her. "One shot could kill a vampire?"

"I would imagine one good shot to the head could fail any beast, my lady." The Merchant replies. "Though are you sure you want to go after an undead alone? You don't look--"

Gabriella eyes dart up quickly at the Merchant, "I am the grand-daughter of a noble knight. Heir to a line of heroes and monster slayers. This war is taking a toll on these people. On this nation. I will not continue to sit idly by and do NOTHING." She stands up quickly to her feet. "I also did not ask for your opinion, good sir. Now give me your finest armor, bow, and arrows."

Her eyes narrow dangerously, "I have a monster to slay who dares to disgrace the Drake family line."

The merchant gathers the items, but raises a brow, "What did you say your name was, my dear lady?"

Yet the merchant never got the woman's name, all her could do was watch as she left. At first he didn't want to say anything, after all, it was not his business if a woman went on a suicide mission and yet--

                                 -----------                                  

    A job gets posted on the Hunter boards and to any job listing locations with a sketch that looks a bit like Gabriella's face on them:

To all parties interested, an unknown woman has gone off into the wilds of the Ninetails Dominion on a possible suicide mission to hunt down some vampire and help try to 'end' the war.

While payment may not be provided. This is a request of any brave souls, with kindness in their hearts to stop this mad woman before she gets herself killed; If she has not already. She was last seen heading west from the city, toward the forest, and the place where the mist always walks.

(( Boss Fight with an NPC assist. The outcome of this side story is dependant on you, the adventurers. You also may feel free to try and track her down /before/ this scene to also alter outcomes. Description will adjust/be added to should this be the case. ))
Queen of the Road 2021 February 19th
Duelist League: Xander vs Uta 2021 February 19th
First of all, let us set things straight: he's not her dad, and she's not his daughter. Despite him taking this weak defenseless thing under his wing, her complaining about the smell and suggesting deodorant, him teaching her to fight and enduring the harsh reality of this world with all its mortal dangers, first among them the lack of deodorant, and her getting toughened up, going from being a squishy newbie likely to be killed by the first bottom-level monster she encountered to being a squishy newbie who can contribute to boss fights yet actively seeks and pokes the bottom-level monsters she's just as likely to be killed by.

It's a complicated relationship, okay?

Come witness this majestic spectacle of nature, where gratitude and mutual caring is exchanged in the form of unleashing wanton violence on each other!

Because that's the shounen way.

WARNING: due to the participants' unpredictable Real Life schedule, the scene might be move about, even (and especially!) at the last minute.
Duty Session 221: Karluin Reclamation - Town 2021 February 20th
Even with the defeat of the fifth floor boss, Karluin is still a monster-infested ruin filled with precarious traps, ancient dangers and just plain old fashioned half-collapsed architecture. Though dilapidated, the goblin settlement in the area is deeply rooted and will need a good deal of effort from intrepid Adventurers to clear out... But it'll all be worth it. Once reclaimed, the fortress of Karluin will be a second or third home for Adventurers making their way up the tower. It's not like they have much choice; the way up is right smack dab in the middle of the old fort, and leaving it to rot will just make getting to the sixth floor that much more difficult.

The long task begins with exterminating monsters still lurking in the castle-town surrounding Karluin's mysterious central keep. Only then can the walls be secured and progress can begin on securing the fortress' heart.

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Free Karluin's Ground Level
Setsuna and Goldenblade Face The Music 2021 February 26th
The Musical Kung-Fu Nurse might have made a remarkable discovery, and is going to put her theory to the test.

But first, she'll need a guinea pig (or two) in a Strange Mood...
Duty Session 230: Still Coast Pirates 2021 March 3rd
After many raids by capable Adventurers, the Bandit camps along the shoreline around the Isle of Beginnings have all but been wiped out. However, the source of the Bandits still remains. A pirate ship has often been spotted along the waterways, taking advantage of the increased trade between the Kingdoms following the Apocalypse.

After a recent plunder of intoxicating beverages, the pirates are in high spirits. It is the perfect time for Adventurers to sneak onboard and investigate the source of the pirate threat. The Hunter's Guild is offering a reward for such intel.

Note: This is a lighthearted investigation and swashbuckling adventure.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Improve efficiency of trade by waterways
Duty Session 232: The Mountain Memorial 2021 March 8th
During the time of the Firefly Festival, it is common for people to seek out old memorials in order to pay tribute to those who have passed. However, not all remembrance sights are easy to reach and some have been overrun by monsters over the years. A group of travelers have reached out to the Hunter's Guild, looking for aid from Adventurers in order to trek to a memorial stone seated high in the mountains. It will be a dangerous journey, but they seem willing to brave it in order to honor their ancestors.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Firefly Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Festival: Light of Memory 2021 March 12th
Along the shoreline in Yamato, one of the most common ceremonies held during the Firefly Festival is a Lantern Lighting. Paper lanterns are lit and placed out onto the still water, hoping to bring the thoughts and prayers of their family and friends to those lost souls.

It is a time for Landers and Adventurers alike, to remember those who were most important to them and light a flame in their memory.

(Open social scene with only a GM scene-set.)
Training at the Crescent Academy 2021 March 12th
Duty Session 236: The Mountain Memorial 2021 March 13th
During the time of the Firefly Festival, it is common for people to seek out old memorials in order to pay tribute to those who have passed. However, not all remembrance sights are easy to reach and some have been overrun by monsters over the years. A group of travelers have reached out to the Hunter's Guild, looking for aid from Adventurers in order to trek to a memorial stone seated high in the mountains. It will be a dangerous journey, but they seem willing to brave it in order to honor their ancestors.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Firefly Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
A mounting expedition 2021 March 14th
Duty Session 240: Still Coast Pirates 2021 March 19th
After many raids by capable Adventurers, the Bandit camps along the shoreline around the Isle of Beginnings have all but been wiped out. However, the source of the Bandits still remains. A pirate ship has often been spotted along the waterways, taking advantage of the increased trade between the Kingdoms following the Apocalypse.

After a recent plunder of intoxicating beverages, the pirates are in high spirits. It is the perfect time for Adventurers to sneak onboard and investigate the source of the pirate threat. The Hunter's Guild is offering a reward for such intel.

Note: This is a lighthearted investigation and swashbuckling adventure.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Improve efficiency of trade by waterways
Duty Session 245: Karluin Reclamation - Town 2021 March 25th
Even with the defeat of the fifth floor boss, Karluin is still a monster-infested ruin filled with precarious traps, ancient dangers and just plain old fashioned half-collapsed architecture. Though dilapidated, the goblin settlement in the area is deeply rooted and will need a good deal of effort from intrepid Adventurers to clear out... But it'll all be worth it. Once reclaimed, the fortress of Karluin will be a second or third home for Adventurers making their way up the tower. It's not like they have much choice; the way up is right smack dab in the middle of the old fort, and leaving it to rot will just make getting to the sixth floor that much more difficult.

The long task begins with exterminating monsters still lurking in the castle-town surrounding Karluin's mysterious central keep. Only then can the walls be secured and progress can begin on securing the fortress' heart.

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Free Karluin's Ground Level
Castle Eas: The Final Battle 2021 March 26th
As the teams continue to clear out Castle Eas of its Orc plague, the team has finally managed to create a path towards its highest floors where their true foe stands. An Orc Lord with his shaman aides has been preparing ever since the assault began. If they want to clear the castle, he will need to fall. But it will not be easy.
Duty Session 247: Karluin Reclamation - Town 2021 March 28th
Even with the defeat of the fifth floor boss, Karluin is still a monster-infested ruin filled with precarious traps, ancient dangers and just plain old fashioned half-collapsed architecture. Though dilapidated, the goblin settlement in the area is deeply rooted and will need a good deal of effort from intrepid Adventurers to clear out... But it'll all be worth it. Once reclaimed, the fortress of Karluin will be a second or third home for Adventurers making their way up the tower. It's not like they have much choice; the way up is right smack dab in the middle of the old fort, and leaving it to rot will just make getting to the sixth floor that much more difficult.

The long task begins with exterminating monsters still lurking in the castle-town surrounding Karluin's mysterious central keep. Only then can the walls be secured and progress can begin on securing the fortress' heart.

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Free Karluin's Ground Level
The Balance of Understanding 2021 April 2nd
Duty Session 251: Is It Wrong to Pick Up Slimes in a Dungeon? 2021 April 4th
There are plenty of places in Alne that seem to have been left abandoned up until recently. The influx of Adventurers and Landers have caused empty areas of the city to become occupied in quick order. As the city is surrounded by water, it is also particularly prone to infestations of slimes. Landers are reporting that they are having trouble getting water into some areas of the city. They are asking for Adventurers who might be brave enough to face the sewers and waterways beneath the city to clear out some of the slimes in order to help get the water flowing again.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Increases in clean water availability in Alne.
Performance Bonus 2021 April 7th
We don't offer stock options. Try some place that makes broth.
Obsidian: The Goblins of Mac Anu 2021 April 8th
With the Mac Anu treasure map completed, the Adventurers have finally gotten enough of an idea about where the Goblins under Mac Anu are coming from, and start approaching on their position. This is a two-part sequence of battles and will be prelude the last Obsidian scene.
Obsidian: Mirror Mirror 2021 April 9th
With the Mac Anu treasure map completed, the Adventurers have finally gotten enough of an idea about where the Goblins under Mac Anu are coming from, and have managed to get to the target location. This is a two-part sequence, and follows directly from 'Obsidian: The Goblins of Mac Anu'.
Duty Session 254: Grunty Drive 2021 April 11th
A porcelain quest has been offered to the Hunters Guild. A small consortium of Lander ranchers would like adventurers to drive their Grunties to market. The party will have to cover a fair distance, involving camping outdoors, warding off predators, and negotiating the sale of the grunties at the end destination. The request requires the delivery of the majority of the herd to the market town and their successful sale.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Festival: Fall Peko Race 2021 April 13th
With falling leaves and cooling temperatures, it seems the perfect time for the racers of Yamato to get together for another race. However, by now, everyone is well aware that these races are hardly simple. New, life-threatening challenges await the riders and their mounts.

(OOC: This will use standard Peko-racing event process. You may choose a Peko with a special ability and two cards to help you. Rolls will be card+concept. Concepts for this race are: Handle Animal, Farming, Fire, Evasion, Cartography)
Duty Session 257: Karluin Reclamation - Keep 2021 April 14th
With the goblin forces largely cleared out of the bulk of Karluin Castle Town, and without any means of penetrating the fortress' mysterious underground yet, the reclamation effort has now moved towards taking back the main keep at the city's easternmost side. But with the goblins backed into a corner, and their new leader surely commanding the keep's defenses personally, reclaiming the citadel will by no means be a small task. Still, the quest to clear Karluin at the Hunters Guild remains open, with a new list of terms promising salvage rights of the valuable loot hidden away within the castle's ancient coffers.

Difficulty:    Hard
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Progress on freeing Karluin
Festival: Convoy from Afar 2021 April 16th
As shipments of harvested foods have begun to move throughout Yamato, the Hunter's Guild has commissioned Adventurers to escort the supplies coming from one of the furthest away farms, deep into Ninetails Dominion Lands. However, there are rumors that a powerful beast has been stalking the area. A creature that may have been pushed out of its own territory in recent months.

(OOC: Combat scene featuring HP Bar.)
Duty Session 262: Threat to the Harvest 2021 April 18th
During the Harvest Festival, there are many who take to the fields to bring in the summer crops. However, there are also those who would like to claim those bountiful harvests for themselves. The Hunter's Guild has hired Adventurers to protect those Landers who have been tasked with working the fields. It sounds like a boring, simple task, but they wouldn't spend the money hiring defenders if there weren't real dangers looming.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Harvest Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 264: Karluin Reclamation - Keep 2021 April 20th
With the goblin forces largely cleared out of the bulk of Karluin Castle Town, and without any means of penetrating the fortress' mysterious underground yet, the reclamation effort has now moved towards taking back the main keep at the city's easternmost side. But with the goblins backed into a corner, and their new leader surely commanding the keep's defenses personally, reclaiming the citadel will by no means be a small task. Still, the quest to clear Karluin at the Hunters Guild remains open, with a new list of terms promising salvage rights of the valuable loot hidden away within the castle's ancient coffers.

Difficulty:    Hard
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Progress on freeing Karluin
The Gladiator's Camp: Maidensong Isle 2021 April 23rd
Fukasa Yuri puts together a party to establish a camp on the small island of Maidensong Isle, nearby the larger phantom atoll that houses the colliseum that Fukasa intends to 'liberate' from its current owners. The island will work as a staging point for forays and exploration of the phantom atoll. Due to the fog that tends to hang around the Phantom Atoll and Maidensong isle, she specifically requests someone with cartography skills to help navigate through the foggy reefs surrounding the area.
Duty Session 205: A Dark and Stormy Night 2021 April 29th
During the Storm Festival, it is common for Adventurers to gather indoors at a local inn or tavern. Any place to get away from the heavy rains and piercing wind. However, on one such Dark and Stormy Night, a Lander has come inside from the storm, bringing with them an unusual quest. They are tasked to brave the storm and face wind elementals in order to gather some strange alchemical ingredient.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Storm Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based, with some minor uses of other concept types.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Climb: The Floor 7 Boss 2021 April 30th
Adventurers reach further up. Passing through the town of 'Monster Arena' into the depths of Wyvern Infested Lands, seeking out the dangerous twin Wyverns that are rumored to serve as the Floor Boss of the region, and blocking their move to the 8th floor.

Prepare your Switch-Axe, grab your Dual Blades, and leave the Insect Glaive at home because it's still not a viable weapon... it's time to slay some Wyverns!
Duty Session 276: Spooky Scary Skeletons 2021 May 5th
During the Shadow Festival, the number of dark element monsters and undead seems to increase across the lands of Yamato. In the desert landscape of the Holy Empire Westelande, this is a particular problem, as the harsh desert seems to yield even more of these monsters. The Hunter's Guild has reached out to Adventurers, hoping to quell the numbers of undead before they become a threat to Breg Epona.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Shadow Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 281: Spooky Scary Skeletons 2021 May 9th
During the Shadow Festival, the number of dark element monsters and undead seems to increase across the lands of Yamato. In the desert landscape of the Holy Empire Westelande, this is a particular problem, as the harsh desert seems to yield even more of these monsters. The Hunter's Guild has reached out to Adventurers, hoping to quell the numbers of undead before they become a threat to Breg Epona.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Shadow Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Combat consultation 2021 May 9th
Sprites pops in for tactics advice.
Duty Session 282: Obligatory Rat Cellar 2021 May 10th
In each of the starting cities, there are at least a couple of poor merchant landers who have developed mysterious rat problems. This is clearly bad for business! A worried looking Lander stands outside their shop, rubbing their hands together, looking anxious, flagging down any passing Adventurer they can find to help.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 288: Is It Wrong to Pick Up Slimes in a Dungeon? 2021 May 15th
There are plenty of places in Alne that seem to have been left abandoned up until recently. The influx of Adventurers and Landers have caused empty areas of the city to become occupied in quick order. As the city is surrounded by water, it is also particularly prone to infestations of slimes. Landers are reporting that they are having trouble getting water into some areas of the city. They are asking for Adventurers who might be brave enough to face the sewers and waterways beneath the city to clear out some of the slimes in order to help get the water flowing again.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Increases in clean water availability in Alne.
Duty Session 294: Still Coast Pirates 2021 May 21st
After many raids by capable Adventurers, the Bandit camps along the shoreline around the Isle of Beginnings have all but been wiped out. However, the source of the Bandits still remains. A pirate ship has often been spotted along the waterways, taking advantage of the increased trade between the Kingdoms following the Apocalypse.

After a recent plunder of intoxicating beverages, the pirates are in high spirits. It is the perfect time for the Adventurers to sneak onboard and investigate the source of the pirate threat. The Hunter's Guild is offering a reward for such intel.

Note: This is a lighthearted investigation duty.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Improve efficiency of trade by waterways.
Dragon Head: Coal Mines 2021 May 22nd
After a significant amount of mining, the inevitable has happened. Following the sounds of a quake, Olympus' coal mines have had a collapse, trapping some of the Lander and Adventurer coal miners. A team is being sent in to save them.
Duty Session 295: Karluin Reclamation - Keep 2021 May 23rd
With the goblin forces largely cleared out of the bulk of Karluin Castle Town, and without any means of penetrating the fortress' mysterious underground yet, the reclamation effort has now moved towards taking back the main keep at the city's easternmost side. But with the goblins backed into a corner, and their new leader surely commanding the keep's defenses personally, reclaiming the citadel will by no means be a small task. Still, the quest to clear Karluin at the Hunters Guild remains open, with a new list of terms promising salvage rights of the valuable loot hidden away within the castle's ancient coffers.

Difficulty:    Hard
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Progress on freeing Karluin
Ofuda, Tobacco, and broken furniture 2021 May 25th
In which June has issues trying to crack the barrier to new magic.
Duty Session 303: Travel with Triffids 2021 May 30th
The Mage's Tower has put out a request through the Hunter's Guild. There is a rare monster migration, a rare subspecies of ambulatory water dwelling Triffids are traveling to their ancestral breeding grounds. These carnivorous plants have become very hard to gather given the Leviathans, their rare components are much in demand. Where they come ashore and where they're traveling to are both known, but the route they take wanders so there may be some trouble locating them in transit.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Safer routes near Ninetails Dominion.
Strange Attractors 2021 June 1st
Julia's set. Chaos ensues.
May contain traces of almond bread.
Festival: Trek the Mountain 2021 June 3rd
An old man has put in a request through the Hunters Guild to 'go to the top of the mountain, and show him the gems in the hot springs above', speaking of seeing this 'amazing sight' during his younger days, but no longer having the energy to climb up the mountain himself.
Duty Session 308: Abandoned Springs 2021 June 4th
During the Hot Springs Festival, there are often times that new springs find themselves bubbling to the surface. Sometimes, old, abandoned locations can find themselves flowing with fresh, clean water once more. The Hunter's Guild has reached out to Adventurers about one such location, which seems to have attracted some unusual activity around it. They are looking for people to clear out any monster activity around the site.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Hot Springs Festival. This quest is exploration and combat-based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Goldenblade asks for some advice 2021 June 10th
Duty Session 314: Is It Wrong to Pick Up Slimes in a Dungeon? 2021 June 12th
There are plenty of places in Alne that seem to have been left abandoned up until recently. The influx of Adventurers and Landers have caused empty areas of the city to become occupied in quick order. As the city is surrounded by water, it is also particularly prone to infestations of slimes. Landers are reporting that they are having trouble getting water into some areas of the city. They are asking for Adventurers who might be brave enough to face the sewers and waterways beneath the city to clear out some of the slimes in order to help get the water flowing again.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Increases in clean water availability in Alne.
Meet the Landers: Mizufa Trude 2021 June 18th
Goldenblade meets up with Mizufa Trude herself to speak on the matter of joining the Holy Empire Westelande's very Military.
Making Mount Olympus Out of a Mole Hill 2021 June 18th
Duty Session 321: Travel with Triffids 2021 June 22nd
The Mage's Tower has put out a request through the Hunter's Guild. There is a rare monster migration, a rare subspecies of ambulatory water dwelling Triffids are traveling to their ancestral breeding grounds. These carnivorous plants have become very hard to gather given the Leviathans, their rare components are much in demand. Where they come ashore and where they're traveling to are both known, but the route they take wanders so there may be some trouble locating them in transit.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Safer routes near Ninetails Dominion.
Carnival Nights 2021 June 25th
The Carnival of the Night is back again, but this time it seems they are not putting up as large of a festive. No, it seems there are only a few. Some music, some food, and one lone tent.

The tent belong to a woman who can see your possible future by the roll of the dice. Do you care to have your fortune told? Or would you rather see if you can learn more about what this devious crew may be up too?

Come and make your path with the Carnival of the Nighht!

    OOC NOTE:
Going to try to wrap this up before the bigger scene in the evening, so no one feels like they have to make a choice. I also plan to keep this more on the social low-key, while combat 'could' happen, that is not my goal.
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I'd like to ease back into things and see about getting players involved who haven't had a chance yet to fully interact with anything regarding Helena & The Forgotten.

Hope to see you all there!
One Day at the Crescent Academy 2021 June 29th
Duty Session 323: Karluin Reclamation - Keep 2021 July 1st
With the goblin forces largely cleared out of the bulk of Karluin Castle Town, and without any means of penetrating the fortress' mysterious underground yet, the reclamation effort has now moved towards taking back the main keep at the city's easternmost side. But with the goblins backed into a corner, and their new leader surely commanding the keep's defenses personally, reclaiming the citadel will by no means be a small task. Still, the quest to clear Karluin at the Hunters Guild remains open, with a new list of terms promising salvage rights of the valuable loot hidden away within the castle's ancient coffers.

Difficulty:    Hard
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Progress on freeing Karluin
Packing Up 2021 July 10th
In which GB packs up her stuff and prepares to go.
A New Year - Alne 2021 July 12th
A new year begins for the Adventurers, bringing new stories, and new adventures. Various Alliances have come together to create a party atmosphere within all of Alne. There's people assigned for firework like spells, and various groups are catering massive amounts of food, helped by various Lander organizations.
Duty Session 326: Reclaim the Peko Fort 2021 July 13th
Through the Hunter's guild the Peko Knights have put in a request for help. It appears that a small but key outpost of the Peko Knight's has fallen to Helena's undead forces. They are seeking a brave band of adventurers to help clear the problem, in exchange the Peko Knight is willing to loan out the outpost to the alliances, once it is clear.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Reduced danger from Helena's undead forces.
Goldenblade comes to talk to Rylen 2021 July 16th
Duty Session 331: Obligatory Rat Maze 2021 July 19th
It has been a year of Adventurers delving into the underground of various cities across Yamato, seeking to eliminate the rat infestation that has caused so many shopkeepers trouble. After all this time, something finally seems to have changed. The shopkeeper's dialogue has changed, explaining that while repairing their cellars, they found a passageway into a deeper part of the underground. Since then, rats have been finding their way up through the previously sealed passage.

Now, they are seeking brave Adventurers who are willing to, once again, explore the tunnels beneath the city, in order to seek out this new source of rats.



Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 336: Totally Typical Tomb 2021 July 30th
Landers don't leave bodies to bury, but graveyards are still created as a place for them to mourn the departed. For some reason these places are randomly becoming infested with undead. The Hunter's Guild has an open quest available for clearing these infestations.
Duty Session 340: A Distant Voyage 2021 August 7th
A new year has begun, and the way has been opened. Only the bravest of souls seems willing to risk the long journey that may bring them to other lands, beyond.

Stormy seas beacon. Leviathans lurk in the depths. The unknown expanses of the ocean call to those with an adventurous heart. But will they survive to find out what lies beyond the edge of Yamato?

OOC: This +duty requires a minimum of a week of travel. Please plan accordingly around time-sensitive events.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Access to the 'Land of Dragons'.
Duty Session 341: Obligatory Rat Maze 2021 August 10th
It has been a year of Adventurers delving into the underground of various cities across Yamato, seeking to eliminate the rat infestation that has caused so many shopkeepers trouble. After all this time, something finally seems to have changed. The shopkeeper's dialogue has changed, explaining that while repairing their cellars, they found a passageway into a deeper part of the underground. Since then, rats have been finding their way up through the previously sealed passage.

Now, they are seeking brave Adventurers who are willing to, once again, explore the tunnels beneath the city, in order to seek out this new source of rats.



Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 344: Slime Machine 2021 August 12th
A steel quest has been offered at the Hunter's Guild, to locate a dungeon of slimes along the northeast of Eastal, and to clear it of monsters. There are rumors that the place was the location of an old elemental machine.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Lowered slime presence in Eastal
Wolf On The Range 2021 August 13th
Shiruba working on her animal handling training at the Quick-Feather Ranch
General Knowledge 2021 August 17th
Goldenblade shares some interesting information about the army of Westelande.
Duty Session 346: The Phantom Colosseum 2021 August 20th
In the effort to clear out the colosseum on the phantom atoll, a party is formed and sets out to explore and fight on the island to try to help clear out the monsters there. Due to several monster nests on the island, it is likely to be a difficult fight ahead.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Victories bring the colosseum one step closer to being cleared of its Sahuagin 'owners' and towards falling into Adventurer hands.
Duty Session 347: Karluin Reclamation - Labyrinth 2021 August 21st
The goblin stronghold in Karluin Keep has finally been weakened enough to send teams into the underground labyrinth through recently discovered entryways in pursuit of the Goblin King. Unfortunately, the vast maze of tunnels under the fortress-town has proved all but impenetrable to average reconnaissance teams. Elite explorers have been called upon to penetrate the dangerous depths, eliminate threats found within, and track down the source of the goblin infestation once and for all. Unfortunately, it's easier said than done; the depths are home not only to the local goblins, but a number of elemental machines, deadly traps and other hitherto unknown dangers waiting to befall unprepared adventuring parties.

Difficulty:    Hard
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: A chance at the Karluin Dungeon Heart.
Duty Session 349: Travel with Triffids 2021 August 28th
The Mage's Tower has put out a request through the Hunter's Guild. There is a rare monster migration, a rare subspecies of ambulatory water dwelling Triffids are traveling to their ancestral breeding grounds. These carnivorous plants have become very hard to gather given the Leviathans, their rare components are much in demand. Where they come ashore and where they're traveling to are both known, but the route they take wanders so there may be some trouble locating them in transit.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Safer routes near Ninetails Dominion.
Duty Session 350: Obligatory Rat Maze 2021 August 29th
It has been a year of Adventurers delving into the underground of various cities across Yamato, seeking to eliminate the rat infestation that has caused so many shopkeepers trouble. After all this time, something finally seems to have changed. The shopkeeper's dialogue has changed, explaining that while repairing their cellars, they found a passageway into a deeper part of the underground. Since then, rats have been finding their way up through the previously sealed passage.

Now, they are seeking brave Adventurers who are willing to, once again, explore the tunnels beneath the city, in order to seek out this new source of rats.



Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: None
Festival: Sweet Tidings Fair 2021 September 10th
During the Bonded Heart Festival, there is often a fair which offers up delicious food, unusual sweets from around Yamato, and the chance to try your luck at a number of small games. It is a time to spend with friends, enjoying each other's company, exchanging gifts, or challenging each other in various tests of skill. (OOC: Non-GMed social scene with a number of small skill test booths for earning prizes.)
Duty Session 357: Shrine of the Dragon King 2021 September 12th
Far from any Root Town, nestled deep in the misty ravines in the southern reaches of the Palace Lands, there is rumored to sleep an ancient altar sacred to the divine spirit, Longwang. Unfortunately, without any local adventurers to cull their numbers, the shrine has been all but overrun by monstrous apes. Now running rampant, the mad monkeys need to be put down to restore some semblance of holiness to the shrine. Perhaps Longwang will award a blessing to those who fight to cleanse this sacred space? But even if he does not, the high-level monsters in the area are sure to drop some pretty substantial loot!

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec Party:     3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce the danger near Seeker's Landing.
No Time to Duel 2021 September 18th
Duty Session 362: For Whom the Bell Gnolls 2021 September 19th
Recently, there has been a shift in the behavior of the gnolls who dwell within the forests close to the newbie leveling areas. They had always been a threat, but it seems as if they have started to change their tactics as a result of Adventurer activity in the area. They no longer strike only at night, meaning that the forests are now a dangerous place, even during the daylight hours. With a number of both Lander and Adventurer deaths attributed to the gnolls, the Hunters Guild has put out a call to thin out their numbers, in the hopes it might return gnoll activity back to normal levels.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce gnoll activity in new player leveling areas.
Duty Session 365: Totally Typical Tomb 2021 September 28th
Landers don't leave bodies to bury, but graveyards are still created as a place for them to mourn the departed. For some reason these places are randomly becoming infested with undead. The Hunter's Guild has an open quest available for clearing these infestations.
Goodbye to You (and I) 2021 September 29th
Duty Session 368: Still Tide Pirate Lair 2021 October 2nd
Through the efforts of many Adventurers, the home base of the infamous pirates that have plagued the waters around Yamato has finally been tracked down. Initial scouting reports tell that the Pirate Lair is largely run by humanoid monsters of all sorts, relishing in the spoils of their plunder.

As a known Monster Nest, the Hunters Guild is looking for brave souls who would be willing to help clear out some of the monsters in hopes that it will start to diminish some of the pirate activity that comes from the location.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduction in pirate activity in Yamato.
Duty Session 370: The Deadly Caves Of Toxic Death! 2021 October 3rd
The discovery: a long-forgotten system of caves packed with venomous monsters. The mission: the Hunters' Guild rewards killing or capturing the deadly creatures which lurk within. The rumor: it is said that the place is home to unusual monsters, and where there are unusual monsters, there are unusual drops?

Difficulty:    Easy/Moderate (depending on branch)
Rec Party:     3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce venomous monster activity in Westelande.
One Day at the Crescent Academy 2021 October 8th
Meeting the Adventurers: Eas 2021 October 16th
Some of the members of the Palace Lands come to visit the Yamato region. They've heard of a place named Eas where Landers intermingle with Adventurers in a newly budding region, and have come to understand how this is possible.
Safety First 2021 October 19th
The Explosive Counterslimers go seek advice in the most unlikely of places- actually, no. It's a pretty likely place, to be fair.
Palace Lands: Explosive Counterslimers 2021 October 23rd
Uta and friends head up the mountains in the Palace Lands in order to find the difficult-to-find 'Explosive Slimes'.
Boom-Boom Festival 2021 October 25th
Unsupervised Spriggans shouldn't be trusted with exploding slimes.
Duty Session 376: A Clucking Disaster 2021 October 26th
Things have gone very wrong on one of the local farms. With the start of the Bun-Bun Festival, the Clucks have also started to act out. They are causing trouble all around the farm. The owners are looking for capable adventurers who might be able to help them with their big Clucking problem.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Bun-Bun Festival. This quest is a mix of combat and non-combat concepts.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Festival: The Bun-Bun Trail 2021 October 28th
A winding trail follows into the hills of the Fourland Dukedom. The usual monsters seem to have pulled back, this time of year, replaced by an unusual spawn of Bun-Buns and Clucks. Adventurers have been sent to help collect eggs from this mysterious trail for the artisans of Yamato. But what else will they find along the trail?
Drawing Our Moments 2021 October 31st
Duelist's League - Uta vs Kauchemar 2021 November 5th
Uta continues her tradition of challenging the Tournament rankers, starting with the Semifinalist Nightmare Bard.
Gwen Out and about 2021 November 6th
Gwen's out on a few Errands and runs into Goldenblade.
Bleeding Heart Graffiti 2021 November 15th
The Steel We Carry 2021 November 20th
Bye 2021 November 27th
Duty Session 388: Sher Kar Challenge 2021 November 28th
The Holy Empire Westelande has a proud tradition, the Trial of Honor, where young people go into a nest, and those that come out have proven themselves to be stout-hearted and valorous. But recently, something has happened. It seems that somehow, giant ants have colonized Sher Kar - The Sher Kar nesting areas underground, and they are a threat to both Sher Kar - The Sher Kar and the Westelanders as well. So, a hunt has been organized through the Guild to cull these ants, so the ceremony can be held in its accustomed gravity. This is an obsidian-level quest for three or more offered through the Guild, Completion will make the site of Sher Kar - The Sher Kar ritual less dangerous to the Landers who have used it for their coming of age tradition for many years.


Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Westeland's gratitude.
Duty Session 389: Sher Kar Challenge 2021 November 30th
The Holy Empire Westelande has a proud tradition, the Trial of Honor, where young people go into a nest, and those that come out have proven themselves to be stout-hearted and valorous. But recently, something has happened. It seems that somehow, giant ants have colonized Sher Kar - The Sher Kar nesting areas underground, and they are a threat to both Sher Kar - The Sher Kar and the Westelanders as well. So, a hunt has been organized through the Guild to cull these ants, so the ceremony can be held in its accustomed gravity. This is an obsidian-level quest for three or more offered through the Guild, Completion will make the site of Sher Kar - The Sher Kar ritual less dangerous to the Landers who have used it for their coming of age tradition for many years.


Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Westeland's gratitude.
We Feel the Evil Coming 2021 December 4th
Duty Session 392: Isle of the Terraformers 2021 December 4th
Strange dark creatures have been reported by various members of the Hunter's Guild. These creatures seem to be drawn to the power of the Elements. However, these are no friendly creatures. They have been seen actively trying to do harm to Divine Beasts or other natural sources of Elemental Energy. The Were Fang, Mikage Yurei, has discovered the location which seems to spawn these creatures into the world and brought that information to the Hunter's Guild. Now, the Guild seeks Adventurers willing to delve into unknown Gnomish ruins to reduce the threat of these 'Terraformers'.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce 'Terraformer' activity. Increase capabilities of the Divine Beasts of Yamato.
War Prep in the Crescent Academy 2021 December 6th
Festival: Lights Against the Night 2021 December 12th
The usual revalry that comes along with the Summer Beach Festival seems a little subdued this year. There are no fireworks planned, with most kingdom-aligned mages reserving their mana for more important matters. However, that doesn't stop some people from trying to celebrate. Join them for a twilight evening, watching the sun set over the water and enjoying swimming, food, and comraderie in the brief lull before the storm.

(OOC: Open social scene. Bring your swim clothes. Have some food. Talk and share your worries and plans. Only Light/Limited GM interaction.)
Festival: Battle for the Beaches 2021 December 14th
The Palace Land navy shows up at the beaches of 'Aincrad Island', disrupting some ongoing festivities and forcing an evacuation of a small tent town.
And Shadows All Around 2021 December 17th
Duty Session 398: Karluin Reclamation - Keep 2021 December 23rd
With the goblin forces largely cleared out of the bulk of Karluin Castle Town, and without any means of penetrating the fortress' mysterious underground yet, the reclamation effort has now moved towards taking back the main keep at the city's easternmost side. But with the goblins backed into a corner, and their new leader surely commanding the keep's defenses personally, reclaiming the citadel will by no means be a small task. Still, the quest to clear Karluin at the Hunters Guild remains open, with a new list of terms promising salvage rights of the valuable loot hidden away within the castle's ancient coffers.

Difficulty:    Hard
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Progress on freeing Karluin
Duty Session 399: Karluin Reclamation - Town 2021 December 23rd
Even with the defeat of the fifth floor boss, Karluin is still a monster-infested ruin filled with precarious traps, ancient dangers and just plain old fashioned half-collapsed architecture. Though dilapidated, the goblin settlement in the area is deeply rooted and will need a good deal of effort from intrepid Adventurers to clear out... But it'll all be worth it. Once reclaimed, the fortress of Karluin will be a second or third home for Adventurers making their way up the tower. It's not like they have much choice; the way up is right smack dab in the middle of the old fort, and leaving it to rot will just make getting to the sixth floor that much more difficult.

The long task begins with exterminating monsters still lurking in the castle-town surrounding Karluin's mysterious central keep. Only then can the walls be secured and progress can begin on securing the fortress' heart.

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Free Karluin's Ground Level
Mobile Adventurer Super Healer 2021 December 24th
The Mysterious Watcher 2021 December 25th
An unusual individual appears in Alne, seemingly watching Adventurers...
Duty Session 403: Zombie Jamboree 2021 December 28th
While those who had controlled the undead hordes of Ninetails are now sealed, at least temporarily, there are still many that roam the lands, creating a menace to the people of the Kingdom. Rylen Corvus of Crescent Moon has worked with the Merchant Blades and the Peko Army to commission a Hunter's Guild quest to help thin some of these numbers.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce the number of roving undead in the Ninetails Dominion.
Duty Session 408: Sher Kar Challenge 2022 January 4th
The Holy Empire Westelande has a proud tradition, the Trial of Honor, where young people go into a nest, and those that come out have proven themselves to be stout-hearted and valorous. But recently, something has happened. It seems that somehow, giant ants have colonized Sher Kar - The Sher Kar nesting areas underground, and they are a threat to both Sher Kar - The Sher Kar and the Westelanders as well. So, a hunt has been organized through the Guild to cull these ants, so the ceremony can be held in its accustomed gravity. This is an obsidian-level quest for three or more offered through the Guild, Completion will make the site of Sher Kar - The Sher Kar ritual less dangerous to the Landers who have used it for their coming of age tradition for many years.


Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Westeland's gratitude.
Duty Session 410: Still Tide Pirate Lair 2022 January 7th
Through the efforts of many Adventurers, the home base of the infamous pirates that have plagued the waters around Yamato has finally been tracked down. Initial scouting reports tell that the Pirate Lair is largely run by humanoid monsters of all sorts, relishing in the spoils of their plunder.

As a known Monster Nest, the Hunters Guild is looking for brave souls who would be willing to help clear out some of the monsters in hopes that it will start to diminish some of the pirate activity that comes from the location.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduction in pirate activity in Yamato.
A Study in Landers 2022 January 7th
Tian and their companions will soon head out to explore more of Yamato, but for now, they have taken to studying the Landers and Adventurers. This may draw attention.
Duty Session 414: A Dark and Stormy Night 2022 January 12th
During the Storm Festival, it is common for Adventurers to gather indoors at a local inn or tavern. Any place to get away from the heavy rains and piercing wind. However, on one such Dark and Stormy Night, a Lander has come inside from the storm, bringing with them an unusual quest. They are tasked to brave the storm and face wind elementals in order to gather some strange alchemical ingredient.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Storm Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based, with some minor uses of other concept types.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 418: A Dark and Stormy Night 2022 January 15th
During the Storm Festival, it is common for Adventurers to gather indoors at a local inn or tavern. Any place to get away from the heavy rains and piercing wind. However, on one such Dark and Stormy Night, a Lander has come inside from the storm, bringing with them an unusual quest. They are tasked to brave the storm and face wind elementals in order to gather some strange alchemical ingredient.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Storm Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based, with some minor uses of other concept types.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Meet the Landers: Mizufa Trude 2022 January 16th
Goldenblade meets up with Mizufa Trude in order to report on the clearing they've been doing so that there won't be a repeat of last year around the Sher Kar ceremony.
Goldenblade seeks out a teacher 2022 January 17th
A day in the smithy 2022 January 19th
Duty Session 425: Investigating Payon Cave 2022 January 25th
This quest has been placed with the Hunters' Guild on behalf of the New World Alliance. This Obsidian quest begins in rural Ninetails, in areas under threat by the undead who have been plaguing the region. If they can be dealt with quickly, they will not become a complicating factor in the war with the Palace Lands.

Difficulty: Easy
Rec. Party: 2+
Rewards:    1
World Rewards: Multiple successful runs may reduce undead influence in Ninetails.
Magic Is In The Air 2022 February 1st
And in the Earth, and in the Fire, and in the Water...
Duty Session 432: Tome Raider 2022 February 9th
Nestled in the mountains of the Fourth Floor of the Tower is a library built within an old tower. What wonders and dangers does this mysterious place hold? The only way for the story to unfold is to explore the ruins!

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Clear out a mysterious Tower to improve relations with the Rovians.
Duty Session 433: Totally Typical Tomb 2022 February 10th
Landers don't leave bodies to bury, but graveyards are still created as a place for them to mourn the departed. For some reason these places are randomly becoming infested with undead. The Hunter's Guild has an open quest available for clearing these infestations.
Duty Session 435: Spinner's Deep 2022 February 13th
After the efforts of many Adventurers to finally clear out the creatures from within the mines on the Isle of Beginnings, the Landers are finally able to return to their work. However, the first miners have reported an unusual room within the first levels of the mine.

The room seems to be the source of the previous infestation, but now shows a strange glowing arcane circle that refuses to allow them to pass. The Landers have reached out to the Hunter's Guild, seeking capable Adventurers to find out what lies beyond this strange device.

What is certain, is that the spiders in the mines now known as Spinner's End, had to have come from somewhere. Danger lies on the unknown path ahead. Are you brave enough to face it?

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: None
Meeet the Landers: Chuunen Shounin 2022 February 18th
Goldenblade meets up with Chuunen Shounin in order to get an idea of what it means to follow in the footsteps of those before them.
Duty Session 440: Reclaim the Peko Fort 2022 February 22nd
Through the Hunter's guild the Peko Knights have put in a request for help. It appears that a small but key outpost of the Peko Knight's has fallen to Helena's undead forces. They are seeking a brave band of adventurers to help clear the problem, in exchange the Peko Knight is willing to loan out the outpost to the alliances, once it is clear.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Reduced danger from Helena's undead forces.
Duty Session 441: The Deadly Caves Of Toxic Death! 2022 March 5th
The discovery: a long-forgotten system of caves packed with venomous monsters. The mission: the Hunters' Guild rewards killing or capturing the deadly creatures which lurk within. The rumor: it is said that the place is home to unusual monsters, and where there are unusual monsters, there are unusual drops?

Difficulty:    Easy/Moderate (depending on branch)
Rec Party:     3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce venomous monster activity in Westelande.
Duty Session 444: The Phantom Colosseum 2022 March 5th
In the effort to clear out the colosseum on the phantom atoll, a party is formed and sets out to explore and fight on the island to try to help clear out the monsters there. Due to several monster nests on the island, it is likely to be a difficult fight ahead.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Victories bring the colosseum one step closer to being cleared of its Sahuagin 'owners' and towards falling into Adventurer hands.
Maid on the Run 2022 March 10th
Oh no! A cute and inncoent maid is being chased by a horrible monster! (Totally not her fault. really) Will any brave heroes come and save her? Or just anyone that want to beat up a monster. Might have some loot! Mabye. (She had nothing to with it appearing. Really. That the truth. I mean it.)
Morning in Alne 2022 March 15th
Duty Session 451: The Phantom Colosseum 2022 March 21st
In the effort to clear out the colosseum on the phantom atoll, a party is formed and sets out to explore and fight on the island to try to help clear out the monsters there. Due to several monster nests on the island, it is likely to be a difficult fight ahead.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Victories bring the colosseum one step closer to being cleared of its Sahuagin 'owners' and towards falling into Adventurer hands.
A day at the Crescent Academy 2022 March 21st
Deep Breaths 2022 March 25th
Duty Session 454: The Phantom Colosseum 2022 March 27th
In the effort to clear out the colosseum on the phantom atoll, a party is formed and sets out to explore and fight on the island to try to help clear out the monsters there. Due to several monster nests on the island, it is likely to be a difficult fight ahead.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Victories bring the colosseum one step closer to being cleared of its Sahuagin 'owners' and towards falling into Adventurer hands.
Duty Session 455: The Deadly Caves Of Toxic Death! 2022 April 2nd
The discovery: a long-forgotten system of caves packed with venomous monsters. The mission: the Hunters' Guild rewards killing or capturing the deadly creatures which lurk within. The rumor: it is said that the place is home to unusual monsters, and where there are unusual monsters, there are unusual drops?

Difficulty:    Easy/Moderate (depending on branch)
Rec Party:     3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce venomous monster activity in Westelande.
Duty Session 458: Tome Raider 2022 April 3rd
Nestled in the mountains of the Fourth Floor of the Tower is a library built within an old tower. What wonders and dangers does this mysterious place hold? The only way for the story to unfold is to explore the ruins!

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Clear out a mysterious Tower to improve relations with the Rovians.
Duty Session 462: For Whom the Bell Gnolls 2022 April 7th
Recently, there has been a shift in the behavior of the gnolls who dwell within the forests close to the newbie leveling areas. They had always been a threat, but it seems as if they have started to change their tactics as a result of Adventurer activity in the area. They no longer strike only at night, meaning that the forests are now a dangerous place, even during the daylight hours. With a number of both Lander and Adventurer deaths attributed to the gnolls, the Hunters Guild has put out a call to thin out their numbers, in the hopes it might return gnoll activity back to normal levels.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce gnoll activity in new player leveling areas.
War of Dragons: Breg Epona 2022 April 8th
The various Adventurers enter into the depths of Breg Epona, guided by one of the Landers, in an attempt to try and find the 'Old Man' of Breg Epona. A rather arduous task that has taken many days to arrange so far due to the sensitive nature of what lies in the underbelly of a Root Town.

This is aimed mainly at Olympus Alliance, as they are investigating this Root Town, but there's open spots for people who can't make the other events.
A gathering in Carmina Gadelica 2022 April 10th
Aggressive Recruitment 2022 April 12th
Curtain Call 2022 April 13th
Rocks are falling! 2022 April 17th
Viviene often has very strange and odd habits for the sake 'of training', and today is no different, and sometimes, it draws attention to her.
Been Caught Steeling 2022 April 18th
Refugee Rescue 2022 April 22nd
News has come to Baroness Wake of a group of Adventurer and Lander refugees trapped to the east of Mac Anu. She is organizing an urgent rescue mission to reach them, provide emergency healing, and evacuate them to temporary shelter at Eas.
Heart of Light 2022 April 27th
Sneaky Hiding 2022 April 27th
Hide and go Sneak technique finalization/tutelage.
Nailing Down the Primum Mobile 2022 April 29th
Art will have to do until someone invents duct tape as part of a Construction strange mood.
Duty Session 477: Haunted House On Ninetail Hill 2022 May 4th
An Obsidian level quest has been posted at the Hunters Guild in the Ninetails Dominion. A rather eccentric Monster Handler Lander named Rionnag Taisbeanadh, the owner of a rather sizable mansion a few miles out from Dun Loireag, was attempting to create a haunted house. But the problem is that it has gotten a 'bit too haunted' for his liking, and he has requested Adventurers to please go through his house to minimize the amount of monsters in his house without making a mess of the place.

Difficulty:    Average
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       1
World Impact: A safe Haunted House!
A Flash in the Bath 2022 May 11th
Duty Session 484: Escort Quest: Artificial Stupidity 2022 May 13th
A Lander stands just at the exit of town with a familiar quest marker being offered. Apparently, they need to travel to a nearby location which requires traversing through rough terrain, filled with monsters. So, they have reached out to brave Adventurers to help guide them on their way!

It's just a simple escort mission. What could go wrong?

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 488: No Game Gnoll Life 2022 May 15th
The Gnolls of the Isle of Beginnings have become increasingly hostile since the Apocalypse. At last, through the investigations of intrepid Adventurers, the source of this change in the monstrous creatures has been discovered. The Gnolls appear to be trying to summon a demon entity known as Yeenagi. The Adventurers must face off against the strongest of the Gnoll Generals to secure the place of the summoning and stop the Gnolls from unleashing this terror upon the world.

Difficulty:    High
Rec. Party:    5+
Notes: Failing this +duty has non-death character consequences.
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Gain items needed to unlock the final boss battle against Yeenagi the Demon Gnoll.
Showdown at the Mac Anu gallows 2022 May 23rd
Rumor has it that those who did not escape Mac Anu are going to start being executed, a gallow has even been setup outside the Mac Anu wall. Perhaps a rescue could be in order, or does this just scream trap to much.
Duty Session 493: Totally Typical Tomb 2022 May 25th
Landers don't leave bodies to bury, but graveyards are still created as a place for them to mourn the departed. For some reason these places are randomly becoming infested with undead. The Hunter's Guild has an open quest available for clearing these infestations.
The Gardener 2: The Golem Garden 2022 June 2nd
Now that they've had time to begin preparing for the proper battle, it's time to go back and revisit the Gnome Garden. Having managed to get clippings of the Wineberry Brambles, a party is built to go back on the search for the Withering Rose, the beautiful base for the Witherless Rose.
One Day in Takamatsu 2022 June 8th
Duty Session 498: Fireball Solves Everything 2022 June 10th
Scattered throughout the forests of Eastal, a number of structures which are believed to have been used for religious rituals in honor to The Burning Goddess lie abandoned. It is said that some of them still contain Igneous Stones, specially crafted rocks used to stabilize and control flames. The secret of their manufacture has been lost to time, and scholars all over Yamato are willing to pay well for some samples to study in the hope to re-discover how they were made. As usual, the encountered challenges will require a variety of skills and ability to be overcome, but due to the special attunement of these structures with the element of Fire, the cooldown time for flame-related Artes is reduced dramatically, thus making this mission a favorite of people who specialize in this style of combat.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Prove once and forever that Fire is superior.
Duty Session 499: Obligatory Rat Maze 2022 June 12th
It has been a year of Adventurers delving into the underground of various cities across Yamato, seeking to eliminate the rat infestation that has caused so many shopkeepers trouble. After all this time, something finally seems to have changed. The shopkeeper's dialogue has changed, explaining that while repairing their cellars, they found a passageway into a deeper part of the underground. Since then, rats have been finding their way up through the previously sealed passage.

Now, they are seeking brave Adventurers who are willing to, once again, explore the tunnels beneath the city, in order to seek out this new source of rats.



Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: None
Goldenblade needs a new pair of shoes 2022 June 25th
Duty Session 502: Convoy Escort Quest I 2022 June 26th
Escort quests, the bane of any experienced gamer. Assisting people who are unable to defend themselves as they trudge slowly through dangerous environments on a preset path. When implemented well, they're a chore - when implemented poorly, they're a nightmare.

The merchant guilds and the People of the Land will pay handsomely to see this convoy deliver its goods - and its people - to the destination, and your group is needing to head that way anyway for your own reasons, so it's time to hitch up and hit the road. It can't be all that bad of a quest, right? Two days of travel will fly right on by.

(Note: This Duty takes several IC days to complete.)

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Found: Carbon Deposits 2022 June 28th
Duty Session 504: Slime Machine 2022 July 2nd
A steel quest has been offered at the Hunter's Guild, to locate a dungeon of slimes along the northeast of Eastal, and to clear it of monsters. There are rumors that the place was the location of an old elemental machine.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Lowered slime presence in Eastal
Souji Santa Seta 2022 July 7th
Who has two thumbs and likes Christmas? This guy. Specifically Souji. Open social as Souji gives out hot tea to warm in the festivities in Eas and help deliver presents, good cheer, and bad singing.
Duty Session 505: Karluin Reclamation - Labyrinth 2022 July 10th
The goblin stronghold in Karluin Keep has finally been weakened enough to send teams into the underground labyrinth through recently discovered entryways in pursuit of the Goblin King. Unfortunately, the vast maze of tunnels under the fortress-town has proved all but impenetrable to average reconnaissance teams. Elite explorers have been called upon to penetrate the dangerous depths, eliminate threats found within, and track down the source of the goblin infestation once and for all. Unfortunately, it's easier said than done; the depths are home not only to the local goblins, but a number of elemental machines, deadly traps and other hitherto unknown dangers waiting to befall unprepared adventuring parties.

Difficulty:    Hard
Rec. Party:    5+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: A chance at the Karluin Dungeon Heart.
A New Year II - Alne 2022 July 11th
With the war looming over the Yamato region, people still collect together within Alne in order to celebrate the New Year. A celebration considered almost bittersweet, as it does not just celebrate the coming of a new year, but also the two years since the Adventurers were trapped into the world of Alne. With the first, came the Cursed Wave. With the second, came the release of the 'Quarantine' that brought them to the Palace Lands. What could a third New Year hold for them? Has the New Year become naught but a bad omen?
Carnage Beneath Breg Epona 2022 July 20th
Having lost their hold on Shibuya, the Palace Landers have begun looking for 'weak links' in the defenses of the Yamato Adventurers. The protections placed upon Breg Epona by members of Olympus Alliance seemed to be more of a 'calling card' than diversion, pointing the way towards the hiding place of the Kingdom's Kunie.

The Olympus defenses in the underground beneath Breg Epona have gone silent. The clock is ticking. The Holy Empire is under attack.
A Pound of Redemption 2022 July 22nd
We've Been Trying To Reach You About Your Grunty's Extended Warranty 2022 July 26th
Uta, Goldenblade, and Gwen discuss the aftermath of the Karluin battle. Uta's grunty is mentioned.

Nothing about extended warranties, tho'. That was just to get your attention.
War of Dragons - Mac Anu II - Wave 11 2022 July 31st
The operation starts! The Wave has hit Mac Anu, and the Adventurers rush to try and use this moment to get beneath the city and free the Kunie from their hold. But assuredly, they will not so easily prevail.
War of Dragons - Mac Anu III - Retreat 2022 August 3rd
As Mac Anu is returned to its rightful owners amidst the chaos of the 11th Wave of Calamity, the Guardians turn to aid the Yamatoans. The Palace Landers retreat. But a trap awaits them on the waters, designed to ensure that the Palace Land army will be weakened even further!
You're going to suplex what? 2022 August 8th
Syx has been given the location of a very angry, very fast sandworm, and is determined to suplex it or die trying.
A Taste of Home: A night at the Isekai Ryoken 2022 August 13th
Where in Tanaka, Goldenblade and perhaps some others get food and drink at the IR and Hifumi does the cooking and playing host.
Swarm Get Some 2022 August 14th
There's a shadow swarm monster lurking in the Eastal forests. Kauchemar might be able to fend off its voracious attacks but she's going to need help taking it down.
Desert Samurai 2022 August 19th
Following the advice of a respected mentor, Soujiro heads to the second floor of Aincrad to look for a named mob. What will be found in these sandy lands?

Open Social Scene
Goldenblade's Training 2022 August 19th
Up, up, and ... c'mon, you can do it! 2022 August 22nd
Where there's a will, there's an up up and away
Going (ele)mental! 2022 September 3rd
Fukaziroh has been working on elemental shields and is currently training her ability to counter elements further. Having learned of an elemental beast that uses a wide variety of different effects, she is determined to take a stab at it!

This will be a 'boss fight' battle. Bring lots of defense and a variety of elemental attacks if you can! Not every element is required but the more variety you have the easier your options.
Dreams Of A Thousand Bandits: Part 1 2022 September 7th
Out in the deserts of the Holy Westelandes, there is trouble brewings on the trails between port to city. It is here that Xander has sent out a request for assistance to help deal with some bandit troubles and help clear the path of the trouble.

OOC NOTE:
There will be more parts of this and this scene will be like a duty.. Possible gifts at the end.
Battle of the Contrabands 2022 September 14th
Goldenblade and Uta locate a smugglers' stash. OF COURSE there's plenty of monsters protecting the area.
Duty Session 517: A Pirate's Life For Me 2022 September 20th
Kaydon has been made aware of a group of undead pirates that have been hoarding cursed treasure, and needs assistance in clearing them out and recovering it to be cleansed. The pirates have been raiding Fourland Dukedom ships and hoarding the gold in their lair on a disused island off the coast.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
World Rewards: Less piracy affecting the Fourland Dukedom.
The Beach 2022 September 28th
Prince Rafferty is looking for a beach party paradise, but takes a wrong turn and ends up lamenting his fate at the Shibuya lake.
Dreams Of A Thousand Bandits: Part 3 2022 October 2nd
The adventurers have now kept two bandits within a small town, in an attempt to figure out where the bandit hideout was. The woman gave them a warning that a wreckoning would come and it seems that day has come.

Defend the village and at last discover where the bandits are coming from by the tracks they leave in the sands.
Duty Session 520: No Game Gnoll Life 2022 October 9th
The Gnolls of the Isle of Beginnings have become increasingly hostile since the Apocalypse. At last, through the investigations of intrepid Adventurers, the source of this change in the monstrous creatures has been discovered. The Gnolls appear to be trying to summon a demon entity known as Yeenagi. The Adventurers must face off against the strongest of the Gnoll Generals to secure the place of the summoning and stop the Gnolls from unleashing this terror upon the world.

Difficulty:    High
Rec. Party:    5+
Notes: Failing this +duty has non-death character consequences.
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Gain items needed to unlock the final boss battle against Yeenagi the Demon Gnoll.
Pray Away the Spiderwebs 2022 October 10th
After a failed run through the Gnoll Forrest, a number of Adventurers end up in a Church to get rid of a debuff.
War of Dragons 2: Break The World I 2022 October 11th
A man named 'Weed' has requested the attendance of some of the Yamato people. He's got a project he wishes to complete in a very short period of time, and it'll take the greatest artisans and workers to get it completed in time in order to take the next step in the fight against the Palace Land Landers.
Heavy Metal Fund Raiser 2022 October 16th
Duty Session 521: No Game Gnoll Life 2022 October 21st
The Gnolls of the Isle of Beginnings have become increasingly hostile since the Apocalypse. At last, through the investigations of intrepid Adventurers, the source of this change in the monstrous creatures has been discovered. The Gnolls appear to be trying to summon a demon entity known as Yeenagi. The Adventurers must face off against the strongest of the Gnoll Generals to secure the place of the summoning and stop the Gnolls from unleashing this terror upon the world.

Difficulty:    High
Rec. Party:    5+
Notes: Failing this +duty has non-death character consequences.
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Gain items needed to unlock the final boss battle against Yeenagi the Demon Gnoll.
Getting Inn to It 2022 October 28th
Wedding Bells 2022 October 31st
It's been a long time in the coming, but it is finally happening! The invitations have been sent, preparations are underway. Wake is finally getting married.
One day outside Kogushi 2022 November 7th
Duty Session 526: A Pirate's Life For Me 2022 November 13th
Kaydon has been made aware of a group of undead pirates that have been hoarding cursed treasure, and needs assistance in clearing them out and recovering it to be cleansed. The pirates have been raiding Fourland Dukedom ships and hoarding the gold in their lair on a disused island off the coast.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
World Rewards: Less piracy affecting the Fourland Dukedom.
Duty Session 527: A Pirate's Life For Me 2022 November 14th
Kaydon has been made aware of a group of undead pirates that have been hoarding cursed treasure, and needs assistance in clearing them out and recovering it to be cleansed. The pirates have been raiding Fourland Dukedom ships and hoarding the gold in their lair on a disused island off the coast.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
World Rewards: Less piracy affecting the Fourland Dukedom.
Duty Session 528: A Pirate's Life For Me 2022 November 14th
Kaydon has been made aware of a group of undead pirates that have been hoarding cursed treasure, and needs assistance in clearing them out and recovering it to be cleansed. The pirates have been raiding Fourland Dukedom ships and hoarding the gold in their lair on a disused island off the coast.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
World Rewards: Less piracy affecting the Fourland Dukedom.
Duty Session 529: The Deadly Caves Of Toxic Death! 2022 November 15th
The discovery: a long-forgotten system of caves packed with venomous monsters. The mission: the Hunters' Guild rewards killing or capturing the deadly creatures which lurk within. The rumor: it is said that the place is home to unusual monsters, and where there are unusual monsters, there are unusual drops?

Difficulty:    Easy/Moderate (depending on branch)
Rec Party:     3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce venomous monster activity in Westelande.
Duty Session 531: Tome Raider 2022 November 20th
Nestled in the mountains of the Fourth Floor of the Tower is a library built within an old tower. What wonders and dangers does this mysterious place hold? The only way for the story to unfold is to explore the ruins!

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Clear out a mysterious Tower to improve relations with the Rovians.
This Girl is On Fire 2022 November 21st
Duty Session 533: Fireball Solves Everything 2022 December 2nd
Scattered throughout the forests of Eastal, a number of structures which are believed to have been used for religious rituals in honor to The Burning Goddess lie abandoned. It is said that some of them still contain Igneous Stones, specially crafted rocks used to stabilize and control flames. The secret of their manufacture has been lost to time, and scholars all over Yamato are willing to pay well for some samples to study in the hope to re-discover how they were made. As usual, the encountered challenges will require a variety of skills and ability to be overcome, but due to the special attunement of these structures with the element of Fire, the cooldown time for flame-related Artes is reduced dramatically, thus making this mission a favorite of people who specialize in this style of combat.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Prove once and forever that Fire is superior.
Duty Session 534: Tomb of the Lost Emperor 2022 December 5th
A tomb awaits in a forgotten corner of the Palace Lands, which has relics of the past that could be very useful to recover. It's also rumored the tomb has fearsome guardians in the form of an undying army forged from the very bones of the world. What awaits those daring enough to delve into these depths?

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Clear out threats in the Palace Lands.
A Wind from the West 2022 December 13th
Duty Session 539: Isle of the Terraformers 2022 December 18th
Strange dark creatures have been reported by various members of the Hunter's Guild. These creatures seem to be drawn to the power of the Elements. However, these are no friendly creatures. They have been seen actively trying to do harm to Divine Beasts or other natural sources of Elemental Energy. The Were Fang, Mikage Yurei, has discovered the location which seems to spawn these creatures into the world and brought that information to the Hunter's Guild. Now, the Guild seeks Adventurers willing to delve into unknown Gnomish ruins to reduce the threat of these 'Terraformers'.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce 'Terraformer' activity. Increase capabilities of the Divine Beasts of Yamato.
Last Preparations 2022 December 20th
Uta is getting things ready for some friends.
Duty Session 540: Totally Typical Tomb 2022 December 24th
Landers don't leave bodies to bury, but graveyards are still created as a place for them to mourn the departed. For some reason these places are randomly becoming infested with undead. The Hunter's Guild has an open quest available for clearing these infestations.
Duty Session 541: Sher Kar Challenge 2022 December 25th
The Holy Empire Westelande has a proud tradition, the Trial of Honor, where young people go into a nest, and those that come out have proven themselves to be stout-hearted and valorous. But recently, something has happened. It seems that somehow, giant ants have colonized Sher Kar - The Sher Kar nesting areas underground, and they are a threat to both Sher Kar - The Sher Kar and the Westelanders as well. So, a hunt has been organized through the Guild to cull these ants, so the ceremony can be held in its accustomed gravity. This is an obsidian-level quest for three or more offered through the Guild, Completion will make the site of Sher Kar - The Sher Kar ritual less dangerous to the Landers who have used it for their coming of age tradition for many years.


Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Westeland's gratitude.
Duty Session 542: Zombie Jamboree 2022 December 27th
While those who had controlled the undead hordes of Ninetails are now sealed, at least temporarily, there are still many that roam the lands, creating a menace to the people of the Kingdom. Rylen Corvus of Crescent Moon has worked with the Merchant Blades and the Peko Army to commission a Hunter's Guild quest to help thin some of these numbers.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce the number of roving undead in the Ninetails Dominion.
Hammer Lzard: When is Miho not hammering metal? 2023 January 1st
Miho's working her forge as she often does and gets some unexpected guests.
Duty Session 544: Isle of the Terraformers 2023 January 2nd
Strange dark creatures have been reported by various members of the Hunter's Guild. These creatures seem to be drawn to the power of the Elements. However, these are no friendly creatures. They have been seen actively trying to do harm to Divine Beasts or other natural sources of Elemental Energy. The Were Fang, Mikage Yurei, has discovered the location which seems to spawn these creatures into the world and brought that information to the Hunter's Guild. Now, the Guild seeks Adventurers willing to delve into unknown Gnomish ruins to reduce the threat of these 'Terraformers'.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce 'Terraformer' activity. Increase capabilities of the Divine Beasts of Yamato.
Duty Session 545: Still Tide Pirate Lair 2023 January 9th
Through the efforts of many Adventurers, the home base of the infamous pirates that have plagued the waters around Yamato has finally been tracked down. Initial scouting reports tell that the Pirate Lair is largely run by humanoid monsters of all sorts, relishing in the spoils of their plunder.

As a known Monster Nest, the Hunters Guild is looking for brave souls who would be willing to help clear out some of the monsters in hopes that it will start to diminish some of the pirate activity that comes from the location.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduction in pirate activity in Yamato.
Duty Session 551: Fireball Solves Everything 2023 January 15th
Scattered throughout the forests of Eastal, a number of structures which are believed to have been used for religious rituals in honor to The Burning Goddess lie abandoned. It is said that some of them still contain Igneous Stones, specially crafted rocks used to stabilize and control flames. The secret of their manufacture has been lost to time, and scholars all over Yamato are willing to pay well for some samples to study in the hope to re-discover how they were made. As usual, the encountered challenges will require a variety of skills and ability to be overcome, but due to the special attunement of these structures with the element of Fire, the cooldown time for flame-related Artes is reduced dramatically, thus making this mission a favorite of people who specialize in this style of combat.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: Prove once and forever that Fire is superior.
Duty Session 552: Investigating Payon Cave 2023 January 18th
This quest has been placed with the Hunters' Guild on behalf of the New World Alliance. This Obsidian quest begins in rural Ninetails, in areas under threat by the undead who have been plaguing the region. If they can be dealt with quickly, they will not become a complicating factor in the war with the Palace Lands.

Difficulty: Easy
Rec. Party: 2+
Rewards:    1
World Rewards: Multiple successful runs may reduce undead influence in Ninetails.
Drinking Troubles Away 2023 January 29th
Morning Dew Girl: Clouds Will Rage In 2023 January 30th
New World Tea Party 2023 February 4th
In celebration of Natsume's first completed (Non-Training) quest, and secondarily of Nyanta's return to questing after a long hiatus, all New World Alliance members, and friends, are invited to a get together at the Pelapuff Cafe. Nya.
Duty Session 560: Shrine of the Dragon King 2023 February 5th
Far from any Root Town, nestled deep in the misty ravines in the southern reaches of the Palace Lands, there is rumored to sleep an ancient altar sacred to the divine spirit, Longwang. Unfortunately, without any local adventurers to cull their numbers, the shrine has been all but overrun by monstrous apes. Now running rampant, the mad monkeys need to be put down to restore some semblance of holiness to the shrine. Perhaps Longwang will award a blessing to those who fight to cleanse this sacred space? But even if he does not, the high-level monsters in the area are sure to drop some pretty substantial loot!

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec Party:     3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce the danger near Seeker's Landing.
An early morning 2023 February 6th
Magical Mayhem 2023 February 8th
As part of Gwen's magic training her patron Mifa has informed her of a fond of Magical power they could train at. Gwen happily thanked her and went forth to train there with everyone unaware there was something else going on which will cause trouble. One could say life can be a real lich.

2:00 PM PST all are welcome expect comedy and a fight.
Duty Session 564: Isle of the Terraformers 2023 February 11th
Strange dark creatures have been reported by various members of the Hunter's Guild. These creatures seem to be drawn to the power of the Elements. However, these are no friendly creatures. They have been seen actively trying to do harm to Divine Beasts or other natural sources of Elemental Energy. The Were Fang, Mikage Yurei, has discovered the location which seems to spawn these creatures into the world and brought that information to the Hunter's Guild. Now, the Guild seeks Adventurers willing to delve into unknown Gnomish ruins to reduce the threat of these 'Terraformers'.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce 'Terraformer' activity. Increase capabilities of the Divine Beasts of Yamato.
Cold Spot Hot Pot Party 2023 February 17th
Nyanta seems to be holding a Tea Parties around the World Tour, and his second stop is at the Isekai Ryokan. The party is expected to go well into the evening, and any who wish to come may join and leave and join again as their time permits. Friday's Party Theme is Hot Pot, Kotatsu, and Sake.
Duty Session 565: Tomb of the Lost Emperor 2023 February 18th
A tomb awaits in a forgotten corner of the Palace Lands, which has relics of the past that could be very useful to recover. It's also rumored the tomb has fearsome guardians in the form of an undying army forged from the very bones of the world. What awaits those daring enough to delve into these depths?

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: Clear out threats in the Palace Lands.
Spinning Wheels 2023 February 24th
Get Golem, Get Gone 2023 February 25th
Sumeragi Youta has directed Kaydon towards a massive stone golem in the Sumeragi Dukedom that has been causing a world of problems. Kaydon has assembled a team of crack adventurers to take it down, and maybe in the process bring Kaydon some high tier stone to use on his building project.

Two birds, one stone golem.
One day in the Isekai Ryokan 2023 February 27th
Duty Session 573: Windmill Menace 2023 March 3rd
The Hunter's Guild has issued a request for Obsidian and Porcelain (read: Junior) Hunters to investigate a disturbance in the Ninetails farmlands. Reports are coming in that some maniac is attacking a windmill claiming it is a boss monster.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party: 3+
Rewards:       2
Duty Session 576: The Doodie 2023 March 4th
The Hunter's Guild has called for an exploration of the Alne Sewers. There are reports of various vermin emerging from the depths in unxpected ways! Pack your waders, hip boots, or a hazmat suit.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
Duty Session 577: The Mountain Memorial 2023 March 6th
During the time of the Firefly Festival, it is common for people to seek out old memorials in order to pay tribute to those who have passed. However, not all remembrance sights are easy to reach and some have been overrun by monsters over the years. A group of travelers have reached out to the Hunter's Guild, looking for aid from Adventurers in order to trek to a memorial stone seated high in the mountains. It will be a dangerous journey, but they seem willing to brave it in order to honor their ancestors.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Firefly Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 582: Threat to the Harvest 2023 March 15th
During the Harvest Festival, there are many who take to the fields to bring in the summer crops. However, there are also those who would like to claim those bountiful harvests for themselves. The Hunter's Guild has hired Adventurers to protect those Landers who have been tasked with working the fields. It sounds like a boring, simple task, but they wouldn't spend the money hiring defenders if there weren't real dangers looming.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Harvest Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
One fine day at the Crescent Academy 2023 March 21st
Septemberfest (Harvest Festival) 2023 March 27th
Nyanta hosts his best understanding of what Oktoberfest is at Vertina's bar, the Dragon's Larder.
One day in Carmina Gadelica 2023 March 27th
Duty Session 587: The Secret of the Maidensong Isle 2023 March 28th
Following the discovery of a hidden dungeon through the efforts of one Uta, an exploration-style dungeon that seems to be lacking in monsters has opened. A hidden reward lies deep within the dungeon.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party: 4+
Rewards:       1
Tournament Signups: Last Minute 2023 March 28th
Nyanta is sitting at a card table in an unassuming location. Upon the table is a signup sheet for the upcoming Tournament. Hijinks ensue.
Tournament: Haru vs Gwen 2023 April 1st
Southern Bracket contestants Haru and Gwen face off in a very fashionable combat. Prepare your soul for a duel of this calibur.
Duty Session 516: A Pirate's Life For Me 2023 April 1st
Kaydon has been made aware of a group of undead pirates that have been hoarding cursed treasure, and needs assistance in clearing them out and recovering it to be cleansed. The pirates have been raiding Fourland Dukedom ships and hoarding the gold in their lair on a disused island off the coast.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
World Rewards: Less piracy affecting the Fourland Dukedom.
The Crownless Cup: Opening Ceremonies 2023 April 3rd
The Crownless Cup is upon us! This is a ceremonial scene which will then move into an open social. Highlights will include introducing the fighters (as a group) and the tournament sponsors and organizers, and is otherwise a low-commitment scene which will go on as long as people continue to socialize.
Crownless Cup: Syx vs June 2023 April 8th
Syx and June face off in a first round match for the Crownless Cup! Who will win, the chaotic were fang or the suplexing salamander?!
Good Dire Wolf Will Hunting 2023 April 9th
The culmination of research and prep to gain a direwolf as a summons.
Tournament: Tian vs Uta 2023 April 9th
One of our tournament front-runners, Uta the acrobat kung-fu nurse faces off against one of our very own Uncrowned, Tian the Cait Sith blade dancer! It is bound to be an interesting fight! Look forward to it!
Duty Session 589: Threat to the Harvest 2023 April 10th
During the Harvest Festival, there are many who take to the fields to bring in the summer crops. However, there are also those who would like to claim those bountiful harvests for themselves. The Hunter's Guild has hired Adventurers to protect those Landers who have been tasked with working the fields. It sounds like a boring, simple task, but they wouldn't spend the money hiring defenders if there weren't real dangers looming.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Harvest Festival. This quest is largely 'Combat'-concept based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Duty Session 592: Hungry Like a Wolfgarm 2023 April 11th
The mayor of Rovia, located on the fourth floor of the tower, has requested the aid of adventurers in thinning the population of the wolfgarm monsters in the nearby forest. These monsters have been attacking the town and, if nothing is done, it'll only be a matter of time before lander blood is spilt.

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduced danger from monsters on the fourth floor.
Duty Session 593: Clearing the Way to Shibuya 2023 April 11th
This Obsidian quest begins in Fort Ouph and takes place along the path leading to Shibuya. Not yet a proper road, since the way is far too wild to permit construction crews at this time. Adventurers must face off against monsters and contribute to the search for monster nests.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
Duty Session 594: Goblins are Forever 2023 April 12th
The Hunter's guild has gotten word from the temple of law that the Goblin Queen from Karluin is attempting to reform their army near the Great Tree of Lios. The Hunter's guild has set up a staging area near to where the goblin's have taken up residence. The adventurers

Difficulty:    Hard
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
World Rewards: Reduce Goblin Queen's army in preparation for the final attack.
Duty Session 600: Crystal Lake 2023 April 15th
The Eas Lake has reported increased activity from nearby Sahuagin. The Hunter's Guild has issued a quest for Steel Hunters to pacify the monsters and investigate the source of their agitation.

Difficulty:    Medium
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       4
World Rewards: Reduced monster activity in the Eas water regions
War of Dragons 2: Act of Rebellion - Dark - 3 2023 April 16th
This is an Dark (team) event in the Act of Rebellion line. Each session of Act of Rebellion, players choose one of the following 6 actions in order to resolve the War of Dragons plot. When attending, come with a vote on one of the following items:

1) Improve Camp Black
2) Improve Camp White
3) Improve Camp Wrath
4) Engage with Rosenheim Kingdom
5) Engage with Thor Kingdom
6) Engage with Kallamore Kingdom

Notes:
> Each action will create a chance to improve the state of the Palace Lands. Each will have a long term effect within the conflict.
> Each action will stop the next Light & Dark event in the Act of Rebellion line from chosing that option next.
> At the end of each month, there will be a retaliation event from the Palace Lands.
> Attendance to a Dark team event excludes that character from showing up at the next Light event and vice-versa.
> Take note of this event time, as it's intended to ease EU time attendance.
Crownless Cup: June vs Cyrus 2023 April 17th
The tournament match between June and Cyrus Frost in the Crownless Cup.
Green Dragon Drinks 2023 April 18th
Duty Session 607: Clearing Dragon's Eye 2023 April 19th
In the center of the Palace Lands is the island of Dragon's Eye. Monsters roam the ruins and the mountains. Adventures are being hailed to clear the beasts out, allowing the Olympus Alliance to begin restoring the strange root city in earnest.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
Duty Session 613: The Secret of the Maidensong Isle 2023 April 23rd
Following the discovery of a hidden dungeon through the efforts of one Uta, an exploration-style dungeon that seems to be lacking in monsters has opened. A hidden reward lies deep within the dungeon.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    4+
Rewards:       1
War of Dragons 2: Act of Retaliation - 1 2023 April 29th
This is a Retaliation event in the Act of Rebellion / Act of Retaliation line.

Based on the actions taken this month, the hostile Palace Land kingdoms will seek to retaliate or root out the Uncrowned presence within the Palace Lands.
Duty Session 617: The Show Must Go On 2023 May 5th
The great concert hall of Eas has hired adventurers to ensure the production (Autumn Petals) goes off without a hitch. According to the posting, it is simple security work. No theater experience needed. While little trouble is expected, the key pledge for any who would take the job is that the production must not fail, no matter what!

In this first-of-its-kind duty, three players (ideal size) will take on persistent roles in a musical and, along with a supportive cast (for additional players or NPCs), bring to life a classic tale of love that breaks all boundaries. So, hitch a ride to Eas and get to the Grand Theater because THE SHOW MUST GO ON!


OOC: This duty is best done with an active and highly responsive group, as what others do each round and some OOC ideating is likely to lead to greater enjoyment for all (and sometimes required!)

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
Duty Session 618: 47 Ronin 2023 May 7th
Those traveling from the 10th floor of Aincrad to the 11th have found themselves held captive by strong monsterous forces. A call to free them has gone out.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
Duty Session 620: Abandoned Springs 2023 May 21st
During the Hot Springs Festival, there are often times that new springs find themselves bubbling to the surface. Sometimes, old, abandoned locations can find themselves flowing with fresh, clean water once more. The Hunter's Guild has reached out to Adventurers about one such location, which seems to have attracted some unusual activity around it. They are looking for people to clear out any monster activity around the site.

OOC: This quest is only available during the Hot Springs Festival. This quest is exploration and combat-based.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       1
World Rewards: None
Heart of the Dragon('s Eye) 2023 May 21st
Haru leads a small group of Adventurers to locate and destroy the dungeon heart of Dragon's Eye so the lands can be safe for future expansion.
Ways of Stone, Wood, and Water 2023 June 2nd
One busy day in Eas 2023 June 9th
Half a Dozen of One, Six.. Thousand of Another? 2023 June 16th
Today at Eas 2023 June 17th
A day at the Lake 2023 June 23rd
A Bout of Progress 2023 June 30th
Duty Session 624: Minecart Goblin Edition 2023 July 4th
Those pesky goblins are proving to be a threat once more, this time within the Eastal region. Growing in numbers within a labyrinthian cave network, they need to be dealt with by taking out the various goblin lieutenants that guide them. Unfortunately, there's far too much ground to cover on foot. Fortunately, there is a minecart system that runs through most of the tunnels.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
Workin' on the Dock of the Bay 2023 July 13th
Duty Session 626: Clearing the Way to Shibuya 2023 August 13th
This Obsidian quest begins in Fort Ouph and takes place along the path leading to Shibuya. Not yet a proper road, since the way is far too wild to permit construction crews at this time. Adventurers must face off against monsters and contribute to the search for monster nests.

Difficulty:    Moderate
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       2
One cold February in the Crescent Academy 2023 August 27th
Festival: Charity Date Auction 2023 September 16th
Gwen Pendragon is organizing a fundraiser for the Red Chain (in-world equivalent of the Red Cross). To tie into the spirit of the Bonded Hearts festival, she is setting up a date auction! With a twist, to appeal to a gamer audience.

If you want your character to be up for auction, you can volunteer for charity or be voluntold by one of the organizers. Bidding on those up for auction is open to all.

This scene will focus on the potential dates being pitched; it will start at the listed time, and in the spirit of Festival-themed Socials, there will be opening poses, then it will be kept going for at least one day to allow all timezones to take part."
The Hole Situation 2023 September 19th
The Alliances have located a Drive Machine, which is supposedly able to interact with the Cosmosphere, within an abandoned research complex. The plan to circumvent the Chimera infestation is to tunnel directly into the chamber containing the devices from the surface. Which will require those skilled in Mining, Construction and manipulating the Earth to accomplish, but any and all support is welcome.

OOC: This will be an ongoing deal similar to the date auction, with the log/scene open for several days so people can RP and contribute as their time allows. Even if you don't have the primary concepts (Mining, Construction, Earth) you can come roleplay and find supportive uses for the skills you do have! (ie Cooking to keep the workers fed, patrol the area for security, ect)
Duty Session 631: Obligatory Rat Maze 2023 November 11th
It has been a year of Adventurers delving into the underground of various cities across Yamato, seeking to eliminate the rat infestation that has caused so many shopkeepers trouble. After all this time, something finally seems to have changed. The shopkeeper's dialogue has changed, explaining that while repairing their cellars, they found a passageway into a deeper part of the underground. Since then, rats have been finding their way up through the previously sealed passage.

Now, they are seeking brave Adventurers who are willing to, once again, explore the tunnels beneath the city, in order to seek out this new source of rats.



Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       3
World Rewards: None
Today at the Crescent Academy 2023 December 12th
Duty Session 632: Welcome to the Ballroom 2023 December 22nd
The party is invited to a fancy ball by local Landers who want to impress their friends with how well they know adventurers. To this end, adventurers have been invited to a fancy dress ball. But in order for the Lander's friends to be properly impressed, the players will have to be both sociable and skilled at the mundane things that impress Landers. Poise and bearing, attitude and knowledge will be judged, and the ability to fight will probably not be tested.

Difficulty:    Easy
Rec. Party:    3+
Rewards:       0