The Lemsam Quest

The Lemsam Quest was an event held in Wū Fengdaò to settle a long-standing interregnum. The outcome of which, led to the ascension of a new dynasty to the Fengdao throne, without a single drop of blood being spilled.

For many in Fengdao, this event was clear evidence of the brave and harmonious spirits instincts dwelling within all Fengdaoans.

## Background

With the appointment of Changdi Hē Sāng, (after the murder of his predecessor, Tao Wei) it was hoped that the reign of Hē Sāng would be long and fruitful. Unfortunately, fate intervened yet again.

After attending the coronation of the first Kostika of Ashos, Theoel Jáhken Valingja I - a Fengdaoan diplomatic party returned home to the Harmony Isles only to discover that Changdi Hē Sāng was in perilous danger, not only had he been imprisoned by his household servants, he was also being held to ransom.

In a twist of fate, the ransom attempt was botched and Hē Sāng made his escape, gathering his strength after meeting with the returning diplomats. Unfortunately, his trials were not yet complete and no sooner after tasting wine from the western edges of the world, Hē Sāng collapsed onto the floor and departed this world.

The disaster was also yet to complete for the Fengdao, as Tiwai (the daughter and only living relative of the moleman Changdi) would refuse the crown of Fengdao, instead wishing to travel west. Out of despair, grief or wanderlust, the throne of Fengdao was left empty and without a head of state.

In the immediate aftermath, the Beiqeòi took emergency powers until a new monarch could be found.

## The Quest

After meditating in the spiritual pools of Changxi for 3 days and 3 nights, the Beiqeòi revealed the path forward for the nation. A revelation had revealed itself, with many claiming the throne of Fengdao and to avoid any bloodshed - a challenge must be issued for the worthy to make themselves known.

The premise of the Lemsam Quest was thus, the only individual worthy of the throne was a Changdi who loved their nation dearly, who was balanced in spirit and mind and had the willingness to do what was needed in service of the state.

After meeting at the hidden entrance to Changxi, all the candidates were tasked with reaching several shrines located within Fengdao. The person who could do this the fastest would be worthy of the throne, but it would not be straight forward.

### The Tallest Peak

* At Changxi, a riddle was given to the candidates by a Beiqeòi member. They must first balance a feather on their head and ascend up the great mountain to the shrine at the peak, all without the feather falling from atop them.
* Once at the summit, a member of the Beiqeòi presented them with yet another riddle. This time, the candidates must venture to the most northerly point of the Harmony Isles. At this stage, the candidates were also given another item, a dark bubbling and frothy brew, a symbol of their strength that must be drank at the final stage.

### The Northern Shrine

* The Northern Shrine awaited all the candidates:
	+ It is said that Tiwai, the daughter of Hē Sāng first appeared, confident of victory and immediately drank the entire potion given to her. The potion hurt Tiwai greatly, but she survived.
	+ In a twist, Zaowai next arrived and was amended for beating the time set by Tiwai.
	+ A young Fengdaoan arrived with Zaowai, and shortly after drinking his own brew, his lack of strength became apparent as he quickly perished and died.
	+ But finally, when it seemed Zaowai had clinched the throne, Feng Sūlyì, a great scholar of Changxi arrived and it was confirmed after much deliberation by the Beiqeòi, that Sūlyì had actually beaten the time of Zaowai by 7 seconds

## Rise of a New Dynasty

The spirits had made their will clear! Feng Sūlyì, one of the most learned men found within the great emerald city of Changxi, was also the most worthy of the throne.

Upon confirmation to his new position and amidst rapturous applause, Sūlyì adopted his new regnal name and was quickly ferried away to Changxi for the proper religious rituals and processes. The reign of the Qīn dynasty had begun, and Baò Qīn would oversee the rebuilding of imperial strength.

The first Lemsam candidates sit at the Northern Shrine, with two members of the Beiqeòi