Beneath Dark Wings | Ep. 28 | Timeless Tales: Part 28
Legends of Avantris
Deep Dive
Why is the party seeking a weapon to defeat the Elder Tempest?
The Elder Tempest is a catastrophic elemental storm that could destroy civilization on the Material Plane. The party needs a specific weapon, the Windseeker Blade, to make the tempest vulnerable to attack.
What is the Windseeker Blade and why is it important?
The Windseeker Blade is a weapon forged by Djinn using metallurgy borrowed from the Freeti. It is designed to make the Elder Tempest vulnerable to assault, as normal weapons are ineffective against it.
Who is Nimbansi and why is the party seeking him?
Nimbansi is a cloud giant and a collector of magical artifacts. The party believes he may possess the Windseeker Blade, which they need to defeat the Elder Tempest. He is known for his vast collection and his obsession with griffins.
What challenges did the party face in Nimbansi's palace?
The party had to navigate a series of griffins and convince Nimbansi to part with the Windseeker Blade. They also had to tell stories to entertain him, with the threat of being eaten if they failed to impress him.
How did the party convince Nimbansi to give them the Windseeker Blade?
The party used a combination of storytelling, flattery, and persuasion. They promised to spread Nimbansi's name far and wide, making him legendary on the Material Plane in exchange for the blade.
What is the significance of the Vaati and the Windukes?
The Vaati are humanoid beings in a stasis, waiting for the return of the Windukes. They are statuesque and androgynous, frozen in time until the Windukes return to activate them.
What is the Elder Tempest and why is it dangerous?
The Elder Tempest is a massive elemental storm formed from the constant conflicts between elemental planes. It is a being of pure destruction that can destroy entire civilizations if not stopped.
What role does Alkyra play in the party's mission?
Alkyra is a genie who guides the party through the elemental planes and helps them acquire the Windseeker Blade. She is also instrumental in teleporting the party back to the Material Plane to face the Elder Tempest.
What is the party's ultimate goal in the campaign?
The party's goal is to acquire the Windseeker Blade and use it to defeat the Elder Tempest, which threatens to destroy their homes and civilization on the Material Plane.
- Shared dream about family picture
- Encounter with the Vaati
- The Vaati's connection to the Elder Tempest is unclear
- Characters feel a comforting sensation and begin to glow
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