Seph finally stepped through the portal. If you were to catch a glimpse of his face just as he arrived you might spot a crack in his visage. A single moment of sorrow quickly sealed away back behind his stoic face.

“Couldn’t you save the alcohol for after we’ve debriefed?” Seph said stepping over to the group, “I’ll assume Jaklo’s been taken care of?”

“Yes he’s resting in my office.” Markiel said.

“Alright then. Anyone want to try and outline what was discovered with the investigation? Markiel and I have contacted all of the cryomancers we know of, so how did this man get his hands on tomes like this and become so proficient so quickly?”

When Seph said all the cryomancer he knew that would include most everyone. The possibility that there was a new source of magical materials was not a pleasant one. Dealing with the black magic market was always a troublesome situation to be in. On one hand they were a source like no other. Occasionally their use was necessary, but an unknown supply line was a massive threat.

“Hellbeak says he picked up traces of demonic activity. Max anything you can add to that?” Markiel added as hellbeak squeaked his own thoughts.