The Place of the Inviolate Stone

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The Inviolate Stone is the petrified Darren Feldman, the First Expression of the Fecundity in his minotaur form, turned to stone by the magic of the place and Walter Marchand, who himself has changed into a fierce dragon. The magic must be regularly reinforced by Walter's fire. 
The Place of the Inviolate Stone is a holy site occupied by a cult that worships death. They see death as a natural ending to the unnatural life of the Fecundity and read the future in the patterns left by the ash thrown up by Walter in his dragon form. 
Walter's fire can also cure the impurities and mutations caused by the Fecundity, making the Place of the Inviolate Stone a destination for pilgrims seeking healing. The Ceremony of Breath is conducted when Walter appears to reinforce the magic trapping Darren. Pilgrims seeking healing must stand closer to the epicenter fo the flames depending on the severity of their mutations. The flames cause great pain, and in some cases can kill the person seeking healing. 
== Historical Significance ==
The Inviolate Stone is located on the former site of the Braddock House, in Chester, Illinois.