prelude

Soleil Verdane never found it too difficult to get away from the Academy and all the watchful eyes therein—especially now in the age of the Republic. Lies were carefully crafted tools. Truth was a weapon to be forged to your liking. Now she was in Vel Anir city. Inside the Embassy of Anir...

In the dark of night, away from the taverns from which light spilled and patrons gathered, away indeed from the regular patrols of the city's night watch, an alley, nestled between a closed shop and a warehouse of goods close to Anir Square. Short enough, this alley, to where it would not be...

Dear Alistair, I have set up a talk between myself and a mutual friend of ours. My father told me something important, and I believe it may pertain to all three of us. There is only a slim opportunity for you, myself, and our mutual friend to meet. If you are in Vel Anir city this next week...

The Northern Vale They had been traveling for hours, headed North on a quest of their own. It had been some time since Galvanhad had left the Monastery for this long, he had seldom left since he took on his role as teacher. The same could be said for his counterpart: Master Brambleshell. She...