Rise of Drekis: Chapter 5 Episode 05

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==Synopsis==
In order to gain information on Eid-Ryeah, Vincent Mapper secures a meeting with Hud Gil’daaren, the arc mage of the region. After learning about past tensions between Drekis and Akuba, Vincent enlists Hud’s help to gather information on Eid-Ryeah. Hud consults with the Questari family, who reveal that Eid-Ryeah, a former cleric of Velthara from the Red Coast, joined Drekis during the war. Armed with this knowledge, Vincent sails to the Red Coast where he encounters hostile villagers. After demonstrating his magical prowess, Vincent learns from a local leader, Sunny, that Eid-Ryeah is alive and ruling the Spice Islands. The villagers, eager for revenge, agree to raid the islands, with Vincent suggesting they use Eid-Ryeah's daughter as bait to trap the traitorous cleric.
==Recap==
=== Meeting with the Arc Mage ===
Vincent Mapper, while in Pike’s Point, seeks information regarding Eid-Ryeah. During his search, Samir offers to arrange a meeting with Hud Gil’daaren, the arc mage of Pike’s Point. Vincent agrees and commissions Samir to craft a marble statue as a gift for the arc mage.
March 7, 1522. Vincent is summoned to the palace where he meets Hud Gil’daaren in the throne room. Vincent reveals his mission to find Eid-Ryeah, an Akuban spellcaster who has been causing disturbances in Drekis. Hud is surprised that a Drekisian seeks assistance from an Akuban, prompting Vincent to explain that he hopes to improve relations between the two nations. Hud shares a story of how efforts to mend the relationship between Drekis and Akuba were disrupted a decade ago when four Akuban royals were kidnapped and possibly killed while in Drekis, a fact that Vincent had been unaware of, leading him to apologize on behalf of Drekis.
Vincent then redirects the discussion to gathering information on Eid-Ryeah. Hud Gil’daaren agrees that an Akuban causing trouble in Drekis could be detrimental to both nations and promises to seek information on the warlock. They agree to reconvene in two days after Hud consults with the Questari family, who may have more insight on the matter.
March 9, 1522. Two days later, Vincent returns to the palace where Hud Gil’daaren is joined by El-Dalvi Questari, a member of the Questari family. El-Dalvi informs Vincent that Eid-Ryeah is from the Red Coast, an area inhabited by clans of raiders who speak Akuban but do not pledge loyalty to Akuba. He reveals that Eid-Ryeah was a cleric of Velthara who, along with many from the Red Coast, joined Drekis during the war under the leadership of Anton McGary. Thus, El-Dalvi argues that Eid-Ryeah is Drekis's problem rather than Akuba’s. Hud Gil’daaren requests that Vincent deliver a letter to the Empress of Drekis explaining the situation. Vincent agrees and expresses his gratitude. Hud offers Vincent a voyage back to Drekis, but Vincent declines, stating that he is trading goods on behalf of Lord Richard Marshal. Before departing, Vincent requests a ship to take him to the Red Coast, to which Hud agrees and promises to have a vessel ready in three days.
Following the meeting, Vincent sends the marble and Hud Gil’daaren’s letter on a ship bound for Drekis while he awaits his own passage to the Red Coast. Along with Hud’s letter, Vincent writes his own letter, explaining his intention to journey to the Red Coast, which Akuba regards as traitors who joined Drekis.
=== Journey to the Red Coast ===
March 15, 1522. Vincent Mapper heads off to the Red Coast, eventually arriving at one of the many coastal villages. Upon their arrival, Vincent and his companion, Coora, are met by several villagers armed with spears. An older woman steps forward and inquires about their intentions. Vincent requests information on Eid-Ryeah, a cleric of Velthara. The woman demands payment for this information, to which Vincent agrees, offering her a bag containing 14 gold and 6 silver coins. The woman instructs him to sail four villages east to find the answers he seeks. Following her advice, Vincent and Coora set sail eastward.
After a few hours of sailing, they arrive at another coastal village. This time, the villagers who greet them demand all of their wealth immediately. Vincent complies, handing over all his bags of coins to the leader, who introduces himself as Sunny. Sunny then demands that Coora hand over her armor. Vincent refuses and demonstrates his power by casting Sleep on four of the raiders. Impressed by this display, Sunny backs off and agrees to listen to Vincent's request.
Vincent asks for information on Eid-Ryeah. Sunny recounts how Anton McGary once visited their village, promising vengeance and wealth. Eid-Ryeah believed in McGary's promises and became a fellow cleric of Velthara. Several years later, a traveler came to their village searching for former followers of the now-deceased Anton McGary. After conversing with this traveler, Eid-Ryeah left for Dragon Peak, vowing to return with riches and power to elevate their village to great prominence. However, Eid-Ryeah never returned, and that was the last they saw of him.
Vincent then informs Sunny that Eid-Ryeah is still alive and currently rules the Spice Islands. Excited by this news, Sunny declares that they must raid the islands immediately to exact revenge on the traitorous Eid-Ryeah. Vincent agrees and proposes using Eid-Ryeah’s daughter as bait. They plan to commence their raid on Valuton the following day and spend the night preparing for battle.
==Experience==
No experience given this episode.
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