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The Fall of Scorned [A Fantasy Adventure]

I think they'll grow to be friends.

The Fall of Scorned [A Fantasy Adventure]

@Sofaking Fancy Not too late, we've barely started. It's nice to finally have an orc! Accepted.

The Fall of Scorned [A Fantasy Adventure]

@Zetsuko

Seemed like a good idea.

Like I said, if you want to come up with your own still, that's fine. Combine them for all I care, but just make sure they have a negative trait of using them. The greater the object's power, the greater the negative attributes.

The Fall of Scorned [A Fantasy Adventure]

I know the feeling, I tried to look up stuff for your guy too. Tis hard though, but I will say if you don't think any of mine are a good fit and you yourself are stumped I will help you make one.

The Fall of Scorned [A Fantasy Adventure]

Very interesting, and here I thought Pale would go for the blade.

Oh My Gods!

Ma brain hurts.

The Fall of Scorned [A Fantasy Adventure]

Alright, after a couple more people go, my next post will include the artifacts. For those that have opted out of creating their own, I have come up with six candidates for you to choose from. You only get to pick one, no take backs, no trades XD

From my calculations there are five characters without one. Pick wisely my friends. I am going to leave this list here so we can avoid confusion IC when it comes to picking. Just leave your claim below with what you want. First come, first serve, but I would read each one carefully and see if it would be a good fit for your characters. Also, if you feel like none of these suit you, you may create your own still with my approval. Or if you have any questions or concerns, feel free to ask.

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Artifacts

The Gauntlets of Wrath. A nimble pair of black gauntlets with a single ruby faceted to the top of either hand. Blessed to be as strong as mountains, they are a perfect fit for whoever dons them. They are known to enhance one’s strength tenfold, and the rage that burns inside. Like most of the other artifacts, if it has any hidden abilities they are unknown currently. But one thing is known, they are dangerous and once the wielder is enraged, they can lose themselves in anger.

The Everbow. Crafted at the height of Elvkiin power centuries ago, it was gifted to Dramoria at his imperial crowning. This elegant long bow was made from a sacred Evertree and strung with the single hair of a dragon. When an arrow is let loose from this bow, its aim will always be true if the target has evil intentions. If not, then the arrow will miss. Legend has it that Dramoria never used the bow, realizing that if he did he would be cursed. For only a true Elvkiin can stand to touch the wood of an Evertree. What the curse is, is not known.

The steel breastplate, Vigor. This mundane piece of armor molds to fit whoever wears it and provides protection from any attack on the chest and neck. It also keeps the wearer from falling sick to illness, poisoning, and other afflictions, magical or not. It also boosts the healing of physical damages. On the display stand before the breastplate it reads, “Wear me with strength, or be strangled in weakness.”

The Goblet of Glass, Purity. One of the strangest items that was found in the Emperor’s vault, a sparkling goblet made of glass. It stands about seven inches high and holds more then a few gulps of water. Noticeably, not a scratch marks it and many believe it to be indestructible by normal means. It can turn any liquid into the purest of drinking water and is perhaps one of the more valuable items from the vault. There doesn’t seem to be any negative consequences, other then the fact you need a liquid for it to work.

Vasilis, the keen blade. A pale green short sword of remarkable make, said to be forged by the legendary Dwarves of old. No one knows how Dramoria found it, but what is known is that the blade comes from an age long since passed. Vasilis can cut through most objects with ease, and never needs to be sharpened. Some say the sword talks to its wielder, whispering dark sayings and guiding them to commit sin, growing steadily stronger as it is used. But that of course is just a rumor, the sword hasn’t been used in such a long time.

The Ring of Swiftness. Ielenia, beloved of Dramoria and first Empress to a United Eon, once wore this ring by her husband’s side. The ring itself is a simple band, made from the purest of gold and enchanted with powerful magics. Though most of its functions remain lost to time, it is known that the ring can boost one’s agility tenfold for short periods of time. Allowing for quicker reflexes, enhanced endurance, and faster running speeds. The only downfall is that after one boosts their agility, they will often feel sluggish or crave the adrenaline that comes along with it. History tells us that Ielenia could often be quite cranky at times or found sleeping in the fields of battle.

The Fall of Scorned [A Fantasy Adventure]

@Ghost Shadow No need to apologize for writing! Write his backstory I say, let it flow! It is an enjoyable read.

The Fall of Scorned [A Fantasy Adventure]

Good to hear. We aren't too far along yet, so plenty of time.

The Fall of Scorned [A Fantasy Adventure]

A Fated Counsel

Val stood as a statue, breathing calmly and eyeing everyone who entered the throne for potential threats. He was also judging them as they came, for he had a bad habit of doing so ever since the Academy. An insufferable place that he endured only to better himself, and it had worked after all. Not anyone got the chance to stand next the Emperor, to lead such dangerous missions behind enemy territory. He smirked from underneath his helmet, hopefully the others would be able to earn their invitation.

The first one that had come was a disheveled fellow, Val almost thought of him lost but sadly knew better. Val already didn't like him. The way he presented himself to the Emperor, their Lord and ruler, was laced with sarcasm. He would be delightful, Val was sure.

The next was a man dressed in tattered, burned rags. Or tunics and cloaks, Val was not sure. He introduced himself as Brennen, one from the swamps. He had never been there himself, out of official Imperial jurisdiction after all, but the rumors said of pyromancers who inhabited the Charred Bog, fitting he supposed.

The third was a disciple of Luna, a scrawny looking figure in dark robes. Wonderful, just what they needed, one of those people. Everyone knew Luna of course, but Solus was worshiped most throughout the empire. Lunans were a special group, shrouded by darkness, and guided by the moon. He hoped this Neil Aurum wouldn't slow them down, traveling in the day and all.

The fourth was a Fae. It wasn't an odd sight by any means, he had expected at least one to be in attendance. And this one even looked like she knew how to handle herself, which was welcome considering the lot that had arrived before her. Val thought he recognized the name, bit it escaped him.

Next came another Fae, this one much taller and more plant looking. She was announced as a sorceress, and the greatest one at that. Hopefully she knew what she was doing, it was a relief to have two seasoned Fae with them. They would have experience he was sure, skills that would be useful in a pinch. Plus magical abilities were always a plus.

Then came a Thrace, Keenan to be exact. One of the "Twin Fangs" or the One fang now he supposed. Everyone of the upper class and nobility knew who they were, his sister and him. They were a devout family to the Emperor, and the Templar had taken an interest in them until Katia had died. He wasn't sure why his superiors lost interest but having a Thrace here bolstered his confidence on the success of the mission. Val was fortunate enough to witness them fighting once, his skills would be extremely useful.

Another suprising development, an Elvkiin had accompanied Keenan to the throne room. He had never met an Elvkiin, but he had heard other Templar's talk of them from time to time. Val grew to only pity them, to be wiped out by a plague must have been devastating for the survivors. Whatever this one possessed would come in handy.

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As Val silently judged those that arrived, the Emperor greeted each individual after one another. Then after it looked like no one else might show, he spoke to all of them aloud.

"I thank you all for coming here this day, on such a short notice. The letter told you why you were required, and here you are, I admire that." He paused for a moment then continued, "I will spare you unnecessary details and get straight to the point. You wouldn't be here otherwise unless you meant to continue, but if not, leave now and I will think nothing less of you. The danger on this adventure is very real, some of you might die and I cannot order you to do so. Make no mistake, Westgate has fallen, my son killed, and the enemy advances closer to Dramon everyday. So I say again, if you don't want to be here, then leave now. Go and be with your families while you can."

The Emperor waited for a moment, looking at the gathered group. Not one of them moved, "Good, I thought not." The Emperor then pointed to Val, "This is Templar Valson, he will be overseeing this mission. He has traveled into Scorned territory many a time and lived to tell the tale. His insight will be invaluable to its success. You will be traveling to the Ebony Mountain on horse and foot if need be, destroy the source of this corruption and save not just the Empire, but all living beings."

"I talked of payment, and Dramoria's artifacts in the letter. You all must realize the gravity of the situation? Not once in the history of the Empire have the artifacts been used since Dramoria's unification. These are truly dire circumstances. Each of you shall pick an artifact to use. I would give you more but we still need some of them when the fighting starts here. Also note that if you decide to run off with an artifact, I will send the Vaults guardians after you. And they are not kind creatures." The Emperor's tone darkened at the last sentence.

He then continued once more, "Coin will also be provided for you and a horse each. Now are there any questions?"

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