Miyako

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Miyako Blacklily

OC

Race / Spriggan

Druid / Bard

Earthsinger

Miyako is a long-time gamer, having started with tabletop games before Fragment was released. They were heavily active on the game forums, and wrote several guides and compilations of lore. Elder Tale, with its new frontiers and deep lore, caught Miyako's attention quickly. They can be found almost anywhere there is something new to see or learn, frequently immersed in a book, or conversation with a Lander, or delving into an ancient ruin "just to see what's there". Never the best combatant, but talented with languages and puzzles, Miyako is more interested in small-party investigation than the big dungeon raids. And in singing odd American songs in whatever pub seems most interesting, much to the confusion of the audience.

"Everything happens for a reason. Sometimes it's a frakking stupid reason. Sometimes it's too complex. Sometimes it's just someone saying "What happens if I press this button?". But there is always a reason. And there's always a reason for the reason." - Miyako Blacklily

Elder Tale Online


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Additional Information

Alliance: New World Alliance
Kingdom: The Eastal Free League
Skills: Let's Go Look - What Could Go Wrong?, It's not 'Why' it's 'Why not?', Introvert, Sympathetic Ear, Do Something Even If It's Wrong, Music Makes The Heart Grow Stronger, The Past Hurts, One Is The Loneliest Number, I Am A Pioneer, What's The Point Of Being Grown Up If You Can't Be Childish Now And Then?


Scenes

Name Date Summary
Recruitment Fair 2020 July 31st
The Main Square of Alne is proud to receive the first Recruitment Fair! Are you still playing solo, or new to the game? Don't know what guild to join? Don't know what they have to offer even? Come and meet personally with the guilds so you can make a better decision!

Recruitment Fair is an initiative of the Hamelin Guild, the Nero Idol Reika will also be part of the event.

(The scene is open for Guilds to recruit, and for players to peruse the various guilds)
Duty Session 55: Gnoll it All 2020 August 3rd
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 Session 59: Spinner's End 2020 August 5th
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.
You Can Busk If You Want To 2020 August 6th
Miyako is sitting in the Hostess with her guitar, amusing herself with some music and chatting with whoever happens to wander in. It's a nice day to sit around the pub.
Duty Session 74: Is It Wrong to Pick Up Slimes in a Dungeon? 2020 August 8th
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.
Realm of the Dig-Lord 2020 August 9th
In the forests near Alne, a diabolical threat lurks beneath the verdant earth...
Ship to Ninetails Dominion 2020 August 10th
As a major hub of trade ships regularly sail to and from the Ninetails Dominion. Frequently adventurers can be found aboard these ships for a variety of reasons. Diplomatic efforts, trade merchants, hired guards from the Hunters Guild, or simply to travel and see what Yamato has to offer. Recently a giant hourglass has been seen counting down in Dun Loireag, the capital of the Ninetails Dominion, and this has led to many adventurers travelling there to research it or prepare for what is rumored to be a major event of some kind.

((OOC: This is a casual social scene for those that want to RP travelling to the Ninetails Dominion.))
REALM OF THE DIG-LORD II 2020 August 14th
Att Syne discovered goblins in the forest near Alne excavating what turned out to be an ancient barrow. After recruiting a group of intrepid Adventurers to investigate and successfully raid the camp, they... accidentally sealed the ruin closed, with the goblin in charge and his skeletal minions still inside.

Whoops.

The ruin gets busted open and a bunch of skeletons, goblins, and probably goblin skeletons spill forth on THURSDAY THE 13TH at 7:30pm EST! Be there, or be... I dunno, safely ensconced in the tavern with a warm cup of cider, maybe? I'm not your boss.

(Prior attendance is not necessary to come to Part 2, but it would really help me if you tag the scene so I get an idea of how big it's gonna be!)
Wave of Calamity: 1 2020 August 15th
The first Wave of Calamity has appeared upon the land of the Ninetails Dominion. None know what this is. None know what the Hourglass in Dun Loireag counts down to. But yet, it comes. It is Inevitibility.

The skies grow dark. The clouds churn. It's coming.
Duty Session 82: Obligatory Rat Cellar 2020 August 17th
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
Lunch after a Hard day 2020 August 17th
Bento boxes around the fountain square after a rat hunt in Dun Loiraeg
Meeting Li Gan 2020 August 20th
An scene for Shiroe and Jazuhanzu in order to meet Li Gan in the mysterious area of the Eastal Free League called 'Shibuya'.

OOC: Only for Shiroe and Jazuhanzu, and anyone they might invite along.
Duty Session 85: Obligatory Rat Cellar 2020 August 21st
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
Bentos after Rats 2020 August 21st
Socializing and eating the Bento payment after a hard day of rat dungeon.
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.)
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
Alnternative Idea 2020 September 1st
Pet Quest 2020 September 4th
Gwen has been looking into the mysterious Bard that keeps showing in the Rat Cellar, and to her surprise, she's discovered a few things about her. Which is making her try to befriend the poor girl. However, given she keeps seeking out companions? She's resolved to get the poor lady a pet. However, she's going to need some help in locating a suitable creature and taming it. Gwen's put out a call for some help with this what could go wrong?

4 PM PST 7 PM EST all welcome.

(OOC Questions? Comments contact me! I'm also willing to move the scene depending on intrest.)
A DAy In The Park 2020 September 8th
Technical Difficulties 2020 September 9th
Being A Foodie In An Isekai 2020 September 11th
Let's check out the new burger place that's part of the new Crescent HQ!
Weeding Out Hamelin 2020 September 12th
A mistake a made.

She might have been on the run from Hamelin, Reika still kept tabs on them, and did regular reconnaissance to get the information on the next raids, where they would sacrifice countless new players to pad their own EXP and loot, without giving much back.

The mistake was getting caught during so. And she was placed in confinement, and then put to the grinder in the next raid.

Fortunately, she had time to drop the information to someone before this latest visit to the Hamelin HQ. Will there be adventurers up to the rescue, and for an open confrontation with the rogue guild?
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.
The Magic Knights 2020 September 16th
Merek invites BlackRose and by extension Miyako to Fort Ouph, the place where he meets up to talk about the new world.
On The Road To Shibuya 2020 September 23rd
Travelers independantly heading for Shibuya to assist in the NWA's clearing efforts meet at an inn along the way.
Duty Session 102: Still Water Bandits 2020 September 28th
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
New World Meeting: Advance 2020 October 17th
A few of the big names in the New World Alliance are being called to join a meeting in Breg Epona. The agenda is being kept on the downlow at the moment.

OOC: New World Alliance event, social and on the smaller side. Come meet your Alliance Leaders.
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?
Wave of Calamity: 3 and 4 2020 November 3rd
The third Wave of Calamity hits, right as the Fourth Boss is defeated, leading to some unusual results in the midst of the Eastal Free League teritory.

The Eastal Free League has deployed significant forces - and the New World Alliance has launched a sizable strike force to deal with the situation, due to how close the Wave is to their new base of Shibuya.

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

The skies grow dark. The clouds churn. It's coming.

OOC: If you were at the Floor 4 Boss battle, you can not attend this event.
Duty Session 119: Convoy Escort Quest I 2020 November 6th
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 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.
Forum on the Lost 2020 November 14th
Outside the Temple in Carmina Gadelica a gathering of Adventurers and Landers discuss bleak topics surrounding death. Impacts of Adventurer death, nature of Lander death, spirit and undead monsters and their relation to their former Lander selves, the possibility of contacting Landers already lost, and how it all ties together with the Goddesses and the Laws of Alba.

OOC: This is a social scene that is open to all.
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 136: Undead Defense Force 2020 November 21st
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:       2
World Rewards: Success slowly decreases undead presence in Ninetails Dominion.
Deus Ex Machina: Broken 2020 November 22nd
Jazuhanzu arrives to a strange far away island to the Northwest of the Ninetails Dominion, amidst a crater infested region surrounding broken temple ruins. She and her friends get a chance to explore the area itself, with Mifa of the Fourland Dominion in tow.

OOC Aimed at Jazuhanzu and friends.
Duty Session 138: Totally Typical Tomb 2020 November 23rd
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.
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.
Duty Session 145: The Vanishing Forest 2020 December 1st
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
Festival at the Dragon's Larder 2020 December 2nd
Alchemy and Brewing would not be possible without the abundance of herbs, grains, fruits and spices provided by the flourishing botanical world. So Vertina is holding a celebration at her newly established Tavern in Tolbana, the Dragon's Larder, to celebrate both it's opening and the Living Green Festival.

(A simple come-and-go-as-you-wish social RP, to celebrate both the tavern opening and the festival. A chance to get in some Festival RP.)
Duty Session 150: Spinner's Deep 2020 December 4th
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
Duty Session 151: The Vanishing Forest 2020 December 5th
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
Zekken Birthday Bash 2020 December 6th
It's Yuuki's 19th birthday! And they said she wouldn't make it past 15.

But this is a perfect time for a party! And the Isekai Ryokan is the perfect place. So come on down for some social, folks! It's pretty much open invitation. Even if your char doesn't specifically know Yuuki, feel free to be invited by a friend of a friend. Or just show up randomly and join in. Even if it's just to get in on the awesome food that will be available.

Presents are not required, but highly encouraged.
Duty Session 154: Goblins in the Rotting Forest 2020 December 8th
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.
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)
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 155: Undead Defense Force 2020 December 12th
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.
Obsidian: Clearing the Ruins 2020 December 19th
After the recent successful mission, a group of Adventurers have approached the mysterious 'Goblin Slayer', and have managed to convince him to help them clear an area of Ruins... of Goblins. Noting the sheer amount of Goblins reportedly present in this particular set of ruins, they've additionally extended the invitation to further members of the Hunters Guild.
A Quiet Day In Shibuya 2021 January 2nd
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
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!
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.
Shibuya Spelunking 2021 January 20th
Miyako has made several solo runs in her efforts to map out the catacombs below Shibuya, but on the last one she encountered a large pack of monsters - more than she was able to defeat on her own. Retreating to the surface she has put out a call for a small party to gather to push deeper into the catacombs and map out the region she had been forced from.

Preference is for NWA members and close associates, @mail or page Miyako if you have questions.
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 ))
Duty Session 201: Goblins in Mac Anu 2021 January 29th
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.
Duty Session 204: Obligatory Rat Cellar 2021 January 31st
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 206: A Dark and Stormy Night 2021 February 1st
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
Festival: Race the Storm 2021 February 3rd
A dangerous peko race which is held during the height of one of the summer storms. Pekos and their riders will be tested to the extremes of their endurance.

(OOC: Uses standard card+concept rolls and the existing Peko race rules. Concepts used will be: Air, Water, Animal Handling, Shield, and Searching)
Duty Session 215: Spinner's Deep 2021 February 10th
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
Meet the 'Landers': Anthome 2021 February 13th
Of course, with such a curiosity popping up, it's inevitable that adventurers would show up to investigate this sudden town appearing in the middle of the desert and possibly even partake of its wares!
    Nevermind that all of the 'landers' have something off about them. And of course they read as non-aggressive monsters when examined.
Duty Session 218: Clearing Castle Eas 2021 February 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.
NWA: Game Reserve - Monster Nest 2021 February 17th
Having found a Monster Nest underneath their brand new Game Reserve, the New World Alliance gets a team together to clear it out and prevent monsters from predating on their newly organized Beast Reserve.

Warning: This will be a smaller scene, during which we'll be trying to use the Card Combat system. New World Alliance only please.
Duty Session 228: Escort Quest: Artificial Stupidity 2021 March 2nd
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
Wave of Calamity: 6 2021 March 5th
The Sixth Wave of Calamity looms... as the clouds over the Ninetails Dominion loom, a ways north-west from the Root City, over the farmlands. With only 48 hours on the timer.

> If you attended Floor 6's raid, you are unlikely to be able to travel here in time.
Duty Session 233: 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.)
Duty Session 252: Karluin Reclamation - Keep 2021 April 7th
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.
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.
Fancy Free Party 2021 April 9th
Miyako and friends go to investigate about the rumors of a dance show. A dance show held late at night by some cait sith and salamander performers; Along with a mix of other racial types.

Apparently this dance is held in small villages and towns that are low on the economy scale and can't afford to go to big shows. Seems like such a kind gesture, yet maybe there is something more sinister afoot?

That is what this group is going to look into!

(( Closed Scene to Miyako & Those she invites ))
Fallen Star 2021 April 11th
Long, long after her trip through the Mirror and her steps on the Green Moon, Estelle finally respawns in Dun Loireag...
Ramen I hardly Know her... 2021 April 12th
Where in Hifumi is trying to create instant noodles for the good of Yamoto.
Explanations! 2021 April 12th
Duty Session 263: 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
Wave Of Calamity: 7 2021 May 3rd
The Seventh Wave of Calamity looms. As the clouds loom over the southern parts of the Fourland Dukedom, over the Rulid Kingdom. With only 42 hours on the timer.

> If you attended FLoor 7's raid, you are unlikely to be able to travel here in time.
Festival: Candy Trail 2021 May 4th
The citizens of Carmina Gadelica have set up a series of houses which have been indicated as having special treats for the festival. Participants go from house to house in their best costume, showing off certain skills to the Landers. If they impress each host, they will be given treats! For many, it is a competition to see who can finish with the most goodies at the end of the trail.

(OOC: Card+Concept event, utilizing the following concepts: Tailoring, Dark, Negotiation, Song, Handle Monster)
Duty Session 277: Spooky Scary Skeletons 2021 May 6th
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
Festival: Kitty Candy 2021 May 7th
In the Firefly Alley, within Dun Loireag, a single shop has been passing out a specific kind of candy for many years now. But recently, a fake product has reached the streets, and this 'Cat Cat Candy' that is being released by a mysterious second party is causing significant problems - poisoning people and lowering their trust in Kitty Candy. The Adventurers are hired to investigate.
Festival: Labyrinth of Shadows 2021 May 8th
The people of the Eastal Free League have reached out to the Hunters Guild with more strange happenings in the Labyrinth Forest. Since the beginning of the Festival, a darkness has fallen over the dungeon zone. Rewards are offered for those brave enough to risk themselves in the strange, maze of monsters in order to discover what may be at the heart of this unusual occurance.

(OOC: Exploration and Combat based event using card+concept. Successes and failures determine specific consequences for the characters in each challenge.)
What Are They Doing Now? 2021 May 13th
Wave of Calamity: 8 2021 May 21st
The eight Wave of Calamity looms. As the clouds loom over the Holy Empire Westeland, they seem to focus over an Oasis off in the distance, known for a particular undead presence. With only 40 hours on the timer.

> If you attended Floor 8's raid, you are unlikely to be able to travel here in time.
NWA Meet & Greet 2021 May 24th
An alliance wide meeting for those in the New World Alliance. To allow the new and old members to meet and put faces to voices from the chimlink . It will also be the time to make sure everyone is clear on goals and wants of the alliance.
    If you can't make it and have something you want said feel free to volunteer someone to be your voice by proxy.
A Chat about Language 2021 June 11th
Wave of Calamity: 9 2021 June 11th
With only 39 hours on the clock, the Landers' protectors move to prepare against the upcoming Wave in the Holy Empire Westelande, right over Kogushi, the port city.
Duty Session 315: Travel with Triffids 2021 June 14th
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.
Libraries Are For Reading 2021 June 26th
Festival: The Wishing Tree 2021 June 27th
As the year begins coming to a close, many people are drawn back to the town of Alne. A massive tree has brought in, and Adventurers and Landers are invited to help to decorate it for the occassion. Many bring trinkets or special items of remembrance to hang on the tree. Bits of paper are also made available, for people to hang their wishes in the branches. (OOC: Open social, non-GMed scene.)
A New Year - Tsushima 2021 July 11th
A new year begins for the Adventurers, bringing new stories, and new adventures. There are celebrations occurring in Alne, but a small group is attending their celebration at Tsushima Shrine in order to hand off a blue gem.
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.
Duty Session 327: Still Tide Pirate Lair 2021 July 16th
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 Distant Voyage 2021 July 18th
After making preparations, a group of Adventurers heads out by ship to try to discover a new land. There is no telling what sort of challenges they will face, or if they will even find their way, with a vast ocean stretching out as far as the horizon.

(OOC: First run of a new +duty. Largely focused on members of NWA who were part of the side-plot for the New Year. Aka. Jazuhanzu and friends. This +duty will open to everyone once successful.)
Adventurers vs ??? 2021 July 24th
It's another day at the newly established Seeker's Landing as the Adventurers in the Palace Lands prepare to live up to their name by adventuring out into the unknown. However, before they get that chance, some uninvited guests show up at their camp. And they're none too happy about the Adventurers' presence.

    Combat scene using fairly typical boss fight rules. Naturally you need to have access to the Palace Lands (by completing the A Distant Voyage duty) to participate.
Quest for Water 2021 July 27th
Rizadoman and gang are setting out on an expedition to find a fresh source of water. Starting out from the camp they will be heading westward. Through new lands they will travel and hopefully they will find what they quest for.

Note: This will be ran like a duty, bring your top three cards that you think could possibly help you brave the unknown. If you want to attend you need to have run the ' A Distant Voyage' duty.
Palace Lands: Within the Shadow 2021 August 4th
As the Palace Land team moves out once more for a longer scouting trek, they follow the route to the magnificent tower in the distance in the hopes of using it as a vantage point to get the lay of the land. Great dangers await them there.
Duty Session 353: Shrine of the Dragon King 2021 September 1st
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.
Palace Lands: Dol Dona 2021 September 3rd
The Adventurers, after passing by small villages and the small mercenary bands that protect them, finally arrive to the mysterious forested City of Dol Dona.
Tournament: Opening Ceremonies 2021 September 6th
A celebration to launch the official beginning of the tournament is being held at Eas. There are promises of music, food, drink, and an aerial display.

(OOC: Social event, all are welcome!)
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 373: Karluin Reclamation - Town 2021 October 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
Duty Session 374: The Deadly Caves Of Toxic Death! 2021 October 21st
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.
Spicy ChitChat 2021 October 22nd
Duty Session 377: A Clucking Disaster 2021 October 30th
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: Siren Song 2021 December 16th
It's the end of everyone's favorite beach-celebrating festival... And something is terribly wrong. Reports of missing persons are piling up in Westelande, all of which seem to be occuring at or near one of the kingdom's coastal parties. Reports all mention hearing a bewitching song in the air, and adventurers sent to investigate have all been reviving at their respective root towns with no memory of what killed them.

It's time to send in the experts.

(OOC Note: Memories may be at risk! But where there is risk, there is a chance for valuable rewards.)
Prelude to a Legacy 2021 December 18th
Uta shares Song lore with Miyako.
Fox Hounded 2021 December 24th
Duty Session 404: Zombie Jamboree 2021 December 31st
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.
Welcoming the Uncrowned 2022 January 1st
The Doctor of Tolbana has an interest in meeting the Uncrowned, but the situation being what it is has had him holed up in the tower coordinating business more often than not. So, instead of sallying forth to meet them out in the wilderness, Prophylaxis has instead invited them to the Dragon's Larder inn, Tolbana, for some rest, relaxation, and an opportunity to potentially find a safe harbor in war-torn Yamato.

Plus, he might just have a few questions to ask them as well...
We All Need A Drink 2022 January 3rd
Having had time to digest the tale of the UnCrowned, news comes of yet another attack.
We don't need no stinking Triffids 2022 January 5th
    Adventurers; out trying to do their Duty and complete a quest for the Hunter's Guild, instead discover that a crowned has been there before them and now? it's a fight.

    (OOC Haechi has captured a field boss, between it and her massive summon, can the Yamotoans survive? There is a strong threat of memory loss. I would like to limit this to a 'party' doing a duty. 3-7 players)
The Sleeping Army 2022 January 7th
Gwen has been tasked with recovering a Ring from a tomb in the Palace Lands by her Patreon Mifa of the Zorah Clan. It long ago ended up in the Palace Lands and she only discovered recently that the ring is in a Tomb from a past era of the Palace Lands. So Gwen must lead a team in to brave the horrors of the Emperor's tomb and recover the ring within!

4 PM PST 7 PM EST.

OOC Note this scene is backdated to before the war with the Palace Lands. This is the first run of a Duty I have created. Just a note it will be locked out until we get Palace Land access back, hopefully in the future.
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.
You meet in a sleazy dive bar... 2022 January 11th
Well, ok, it's not a dive, and it's not a bar, it's the Isekai Ryokan! Ayame and Miyako meet for The Very First Time!
Festival: Racing a Hurricane 2022 January 11th
The danger of storm swells and the threat of war is not enough to dampen the spirit of those who are fans of this greatest of sports: Peko Racing! Yet, with enemies lurking around every corner, this may just be the most dangerous race of the year.

(OOC: Standard Peko race rules for riders. Scene is not open to Antagonists, but they may contact Reminisce on Discord to set up 'surprises' for the riders ahead of time.)
Dragon's Discovery 2022 January 12th
Shiyang has heard a few things she can't quite believe, and seeks to know the truth. What better way to get answers than to do something no true Adventurer could fail to investigate?
A Dark Eve 2022 January 12th
Giganpor and friends chase down rumors of a Lander who is being moved to the outskirts of Dun Loireag, in order to find out what has occurred, and how to stop this kind of thing from occurring again.
Festival: Lightning Storm 2022 January 13th
Liminality will run a scene on this date and time. Details to follow.
Duty Session 415: Tomb of the Lost Emperor 2022 January 14th
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.
Festival: Eye of the Storm 2022 January 15th
As seems to occurr during some festivals, a strange dungeon has seemingly appeared in the eye of a storm off the coast of the Isle of Beginnings. The winds have blown enough surf and rubble away from the entrance for it to become accessible, but only for a short time. What may lie within?

(OOC: Duty-alike dungeon delving with Reminisce-style unusual status effects and unusual occurances.)
Duty Session 420: A Dark and Stormy Night 2022 January 16th
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
From the Forest to the Teahouse 2022 January 18th
Miyako and Haechi have Tea. And a Talk.
A day in the smithy 2022 January 19th
The Fox and the Hounded 2022 January 22nd
The increase in Adventurer activity near Shibuya did not go unnoticed, the Palace Land occupation forces increasing their patrols in response. A confrontation was inevitable.

The discovered scouts fled into the Game Reserve seeking cover in familiar territory. One managed to slip away from the group and get out a distress call before the party was harried into Combat status to disable chim links. But he also warns one of the Palace Land officers, Daiyu, was seen with the pursuing patrol.

Its up to you to find them before they pin down and finish off your ally party.

(Scene will be run similar to Remi's festival faux duties)
War of Dragons: Carmina Gadelica Port 2022 January 26th
Continueing the trend of assaulting the Eastal and Carmina regions, the Palace Landers assault the Carmina Gadelica Port en-masse.

Usual warning: Memories are at risk.
Duty Session 426: Tome Raider 2022 January 28th
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.
Outclassed, but never outfoxed 2022 January 29th
Miyako sets up yet another private meeting with a Palace Lander leader. Is she trying to collect the whole set, or something?
A delightful garden conversation 2022 January 31st
Magic Is In The Air 2022 February 1st
And in the Earth, and in the Fire, and in the Water...
Duty Session 428: Investigating Payon Cave 2022 February 2nd
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.
Flighty Fashion 2022 February 4th
Spriggans go Shopping
Duty Session 430: The Phantom Colosseum 2022 February 4th
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.
War of Dragons: Mac Anu - Chaos 2022 February 7th
As a result of some of the Palace Landers having snuck into Mac Anu, chaos suddenly breaks out.

> Warning, high risk of Memory Loss.
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.
It Was An Itsy Bitsy Teenie Weenie Chainmail-Woven Steel Bikini 2022 February 11th
That gave boost to some stat by plus one.

There we go, Gwen! A jingle ad for your store!
Segue: A visit home. 2022 February 12th
Duty Session 436: Slime Machine 2022 February 14th
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
Dem Wings, Tho 2022 February 14th
Adventurers learn the lore-stuff of Flügels with Uta. What? You thought this was about Fae Wings?
Duty Session 442: Zombie Jamboree 2022 February 25th
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.
Welcome Home 2022 February 27th
War of Dragons: The Commune 2022 March 4th
An isolated commune of adventurers within the Ninetales Dominion has gone silent, no longer sending traders to the more populated cities of the Dominion. Palace Lands interference is suspected, but the Princes are reluctant to commit military force to what amounts to a scouting expedition. Instead, the Hunters Guild is asking for adventurers to investigate and, if possible, deal with the situation.

This is an investigation scene which may lead to PVE conflict, diplomatic negotiation, a stealth mission or other outcomes depending on what players choose to do and how skilled they are at their chosen tactics.
Meet the Landers: Yoru 2022 March 7th
Giganpor, through his Patron Mia, manages to set up a party to lure Yoru Chiba just to the edges of Dun Loireag, in order to take away her powers. Friends are invited, but expected to be on their best and most noble of behaviors!
Imitation is the Sincerest Form of Flattery 2022 March 20th
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.
Duty Session 464: For Whom the Bell Gnolls 2022 April 9th
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: Fort Ouph 2022 April 12th
The various Adventurers enter into the depths of Fort Ouph, guided by one of the Landers, in an attempt to try and find the 'Old Man' of Breg Epona. They have the aid of a shadowy organization that has been looking into the matter the moment the matter of Mac Anu came out.

This is aimed mainly at New World Alliance, as they are investigating this Root Town, but there's open spots for people who can't make the other events.
It's all for the Glamour 2022 April 17th
Gwen has caught wind of a dungeon that has loot, armours and weapons from what she can tell Fragment and Sword Art Online. She can't pass this up as she's going to drag other people along for the ride. It's got good loot, right? What could /go wrong/ then again this is Gwen and it could go terribly right.

4 PM PST Start all welcome? Questions etc Contact me on Gwen.
The Daring Young Man in his Flying Device 2022 April 28th
Schneider crashes and burns, details at 11.
Duty Session 472: For Whom the Bell Gnolls 2022 April 30th
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.
LOONS Assemble! 2022 May 1st
An irregularly scheduled meeting of the Loosely Organized Open Network of Students (we need a name with a better acronym...)

Open social meant to continue as long as people want to keep it going, so it's possible the scene might be going even a long time after the starting time (to accomodate different timezones).

OOC: Scene to discuss findings and Lore. Open to anyone who's willing to participate in the cross-alliance effort to crack the Alv Language with the main goal of getting the Chaos Gates working again. Other related Lore (especially about Song) is likely to turn up. The only requirement for taking part to the group is accepting the principle of open research with Responsible Disclosure (results deemed potentially dangerous will not be published for the public at large) and sharing of any information found.
War of Dragons: Dun Loireag 2022 May 2nd
The Scale Emblem Alliance delves into the depths of Dun Loireag. Some of their members are already familiar with the secrets that lie beneath the depths of that city, hidden behind those cavern walls. And with the aid of one of the Landers, they dive even further into its cogged depths.

This event is aimed at Scale Emblem, but is open for additional participants if they can't make the other events.
Duty Session 480: Haunted House On Ninetail Hill 2022 May 8th
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!
Festival: What Lurks in Shadows Deep 2022 May 9th
Ninetails Dominion has been a pretty spooky place in the aftermath of the various undead problems in the area. Rumors have begun to circulate about a chasm that has opened up in the center of a graveyard in one of the abandoned villages deep in the wilds. What terrors await those who are brave enough to delve into the darkness?

(OOC: Standard Reminisce-style duty-alike scene. Expect interesting challenges. Character-growth experiences. Plot seeds. And status debuffs. So many status debuffs.)
Sleeping Bad? Badly Sleeping? 2022 May 10th
New World Papercuts 2022 May 12th
The deepest, darkest dungeon is not frought with just monsters. It is frought with paper, endless paper.
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
War of Dragons: Shibuya - I 2022 May 29th
The Landers and Adventurers prepare at the north side of the Eastal Free League and begin to prepare the road southwards in order to move a larger army for the coming assault upon the Land of Dragons' foothold in Shibuya.
War of Dragons: Shibuya - II 2022 June 17th
With the first camps established along the road to Shibuya, the Adventurer and Lander coalition have been reinforcing the supply lines. However, their work has been detected by the Palace Landers at this stage. A military buildup of this size was bound to be noticed. The Palace Land troops attempt to assault one of their reinforced supply line camps before the coalition can properly march upon Shibuya.
Meet The Landers: Acra 2022 June 21st
Miyako heads to Fort Ouph to learn more abotu the songstress and singers of old, and finds their path to intertwine with that of an dutiful Pooka.
A Free Shibuya 2022 June 23rd
The night of the victory had much celebration. The day brings new efforts to restore and secure the Adventurer town. Haru posts an invite to the NWA HQ to discuss next steps.
From The Depths 2022 September 23rd
As the main raid party goes deep into the Colosseum to attempt to clear it of monsters and claim control of it, there is a deep groaning from within the center of the Atoll. It seems that clearing the city of monsters has triggered a sub-event, as the sunken ship in the middle of the Atoll raises to the surface, and a deep fog covers the island. The support party puts out a call for support from nearby adventurers, as the city is assaulted by the drowned former residents of the island!
Phantom Colosseum Clearing 2: The Colosseum 2022 September 27th
Having cleared the city and built a home base to recover and recollect in preparation for pushing deeper into the colosseum, the party pushes on to attempt to claim the heart of the Colosseum and take full control of the Colosseum, rendering it into Adventurer hands.

Priority slots for Yeowang, Hifumi, Curtana, Haru, and Gwen, will take up to two more players if there's interest.
(re)Meet The Maiden 2022 September 29th
As the captain's spirit is freed from its sorrows, elsewhere, a young woman, saved from the ice begins to finally stir for the first time since she had been saved. No doubt her saviors have many questions, though how many she can answer may be debatable, having been frozen for so long.
Take Me Home, Shibuya Roads 2022 October 3rd
War of Dragons 2: The Spider Goddess 2022 October 4th
As the Yamato Adventurers aid in scouting out the Thor Kingdom's holdings, they come across a township that is worshipping the 'Spider Goddess'. However, danger looms on the horizon as the Yamato team investigates.
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 II 2022 November 12th
Weed's Project, did it get completed in time, or is this plan doomed to fail?!
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.
Songbird Soup for the Medical Soul 2022 November 18th
Because healers have melodic inclinations too!
War of Dragons 2: Meeting of the Camps 2022 December 13th
The Three Camps of the Palace Lands region gather to discuss the next steps. With the recent creation of the massive Goddess Statue, they've made a great headway against Kallamore, but there are three cities to assault, and much information still missing. Some of the movers and shakers amongst the Yamatoan Adventurers have been invited to help in the discussions and create a plan moving forward.
War of Dragons 2: Within Kallamore 2022 December 19th
Yeowang leads a small group of Adventurers into Kallamore, wearing Kallamore-like disguises -- looking to see what life is like there, and what things have changed since the war in Yamato.
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 557: Sher Kar Challenge 2023 January 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.
Drinking Troubles Away 2023 January 29th
Duty Session 559: Fireball Solves Everything 2023 January 31st
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 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.
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.
A Night In Shibuya 2023 February 17th
Duty Session 570: Hungry Like a Wolfgarm 2023 February 26th
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.
Serenity (Firefly Festival) 2023 February 26th
Nyanta and Friends toast to the past: to happy memories and those that they are fond of who they will never again meet. This reflecion is held at the Green Dragon Inn as they share a bottle of rather expensive wine.
Duty: Threat to the Harvest 2023 March 16th
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Duty Session 585: Crystal Lake 2023 March 18th
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 - Light - 2 2023 April 5th
In working to improve Camp White, the Light team discovers an outpost in the mountains that used to be used to monitor Rosenheim and Naval Monte. Uncovering mysteries of the past.
War of Dragons 2: Act of Rebellion - Light - 3 2023 April 14th
The Adventurers aid Kumoko on infiltrating a Terraformer Factory run by Potimas Harrifenas - who is creating some kind of anti-magic field. With some quick thinking from Merek, and unfortunate sacrifices, they manage to detonate a Terraformer within the facility and appear to have eliminated the ruler of the Thor Kingdom along with the factory itself.
To Await Her Return 2023 April 15th
Meet the Landers: Jered Gan 2023 April 19th
Miyako seeks out the Tower of Mages, with an attempt to investigate them deeper.
Mean Green Mother 2023 May 6th
While out looking for botanicals to possibly help bolster her Herbology studies Vertina came across a giant meat-eating, vine-whipping voracious monstrousity of a plant. She managed to slip away before it could nab her, but curiousity from her foray into botanicals has her wondering how just such a plant-monster could grow so big and potent. Maybe it's own planty bits could be used in her experimentation... Also it's eating up a lot of wildlife, leaving less for other important people like Lander hunters and trappers to make a living from. Time to gather up a party and prune this abomination, before It's Supertime in all the bad ending ways.
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
A Night At The Pub 2023 August 18th
Into The Machine 2023 August 19th
The Adventurers return to the secretive Ninetails laboratory in order to get to the machines in one of the chambers. However, retrieving these machines may bring them more trouble than they bargained for.

Within the dark, many eyes await their prey.

OOC: Take note of the start time.
Captain of the Ship and Vice Versa 2023 August 30th
Morri's totally going to ship the Captain (with someone).
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."
Duty Session 634: Clearing the Way to Shibuya 2024 January 20th
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