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Edge of Midnight | Ep. 25 | Lonely Cairn of Stones

2024/11/19
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Key Insights

Why did the house become crooked and filled with evil?

The house became crooked and filled with evil due to the presence of Van Brunt, an entity that even death couldn't rid of, and the spreading corruption from a goddess.

What happened to Jorgrim and Farron?

Jorgrim was consumed by the tree, and Farron's face was embedded in the tree's bark, crying black sap, indicating their tragic demise.

How did the group attempt to communicate with the lost members, Jorgrim and Farron?

The group used a crystal ball to join their wills together, hoping to find clues about Jorgrim and Farron's whereabouts.

What was the significance of the lantern held by Jorgrim?

The lantern held by Jorgrim had a faint glow that pulsed like a heartbeat, and it played a crucial role in performing last rites for Jorgrim and in pushing Virgil back from controlling Jericho.

How did the group react to the loss of their friends?

The group was deeply saddened by the loss of Jorgrim and Farron, with Jericho feeling a pain unlike any he had ever felt and the others sharing in the sorrow.

What was the nature of the possession inside Jericho?

The possession inside Jericho was by Virgil, a being who shared Jericho's body and had a mutual interest in keeping Jericho unharmed.

How did the group attempt to heal Adela after her ordeal?

Marius used Lay on Hands to heal Adela, providing 10 points of healing and stabilizing her condition.

What was the significance of the Edelwood tree and its sap?

The Edelwood tree had great powers, and its sap could potentially be used in rituals or magics, though it was also dangerous.

How did the group perform last rites for Jorgrim?

The group built a cairn with pieces of Jorgrim's belongings, including shards of his tombstone and the handle of his shovel, and placed the lantern inside as a final tribute.

What was the outcome of Philip's confrontation with the house?

Philip, with his spectral army, leveled the crooked house using dark, undulating magic, ensuring the evil within was destroyed.

How did the group feel about their stay at Chateau Clair de Lune?

The group felt a sense of safety and luxury at Chateau Clair de Lune, enjoying the opulence and the company of each other after a long and harrowing ordeal.

Chapters

The group reflects on the loss of their friends Farron and Jorgrim and the events that led to their deaths.
  • Farron was pulled into a tree and her visage remains embedded in its bark.
  • Jorgrim's remains are consumed by the soil, and his spirit is at peace.
  • The group performs final rites for Jorgrim and contemplates the nature of their mission.

Shownotes Transcript

Those who remain honor those who are lost...

 

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