Episode 34: It's Always Sunny in Zobraria

**Episode 34: It's Always Sunny in Zobraria** (C1E34) is the thirty-fourth episode of the first campaign of The Table is Yours: A Role-playing Adventure Show. The Faded Fates suddenly have a "new" member - Finley Daeigh Gallilaeigh. Together, the seven of them are honored by the King of Zobraria in the Fifth Precinct - the sunniest place in Zobraria.

## Synopsis

### The Gang Prepares to Meet the King

Finley Daeigh Gallilaiegh stands on the stoop of the Pale White Castle Keep with Connie staring at him in confusion. He realizes quickly that he probably seems like someone to be concerned about out of context, so he backtracks to tell Connie he was sent by the di Martes. Connie’s eyes widen, and she quickly pulls him inside and asks him to explain. Finley tells her that Fiara sent him to retrieve The Faded Fates and bring them to The Wilds to reconvene. He also mentions Rush and Willow are alive and well. At this point, the rest of the party gathers in the front hall, and Connie catches them up to speed. There are some slightly misconstrued introductions based on what Finley knows of the Faded Fates from the di Martes, and Finley asks how soon they will be able to leave. Terrance tells him that they need to attend a banquet with the king the next day. The group decides to make Finely an honorary Faded Fate for the time being so that he can go with them to the Fifth for the party. Shae, Terrance, and Connie offer to take him shopping for some more Burgian clothes. On their way out, Finley hands Isa an emerald-red sending stone and tells her that Cazamir talked about her nonstop over the last couple of months. Finley urges her to give him a call.

While Shae, Terrance, and Connie take Finley and Cinnamon to get “banquet ready” and establish a reason for his existence, Isa takes the stone and gives Cazamir a call. The conversation is a bit stringent, but the two are glad to hear from each other. Isa tells him that she had a feeling he wasn’t gone, and she is glad to know he is okay. He admits that he missed her and she feels the same. They hope to see each other again soon.

The next day everyone dresses appropriately and is ready to meet the king. Codex opts to wear a suit because she is a bit self conscious about the scar from the fight with Balthazar. A gilded carriage arrives to take everyone to the Fifth Precinct, and there is a strict no weapon and no focus rule. Codex asks if she can keep her necklace on since she could no longer use it as a focus. The guard acknowledges her sacrifice and says the necklace is fine. Finley is quickly accepted as a new member of the adventuring party, and they pile into the carriage and are instantly transported. There is a lovely view of the sea in the Fifth, and the precinct is decadent. The Faded Fates feel way out of their element and are more than nervous to meet King Guillaume III.

### The Gang Meets the King

The Faded Fates are escorted to the king’s chambers, and a guard opens the doors to the royal suite. The king faces away from them until the doors are shut and all the guards are gone. The king introduces himself as “Gil” and waves both hands to welcome the party. He greets each party member individually; some take to this better than others, but everyone is relieved to see a friendly face. Gil tells them that he is so excited to meet an adventuring party because he isn’t able (allowed) to get out much (ever). Gil tells the party he is more of a figurehead and therefore he has no real say in the governing of Zobraria. The brutal honesty of the king overwhelms the party, some with empathy and some with disdain. Finley confesses that he is actually from The Wilds and isn’t really part of The Faded Fates. Gil thinks this is interesting and promises not to tell the guards.

### The Gang Meets and Greets

After meeting with Gil, who asked them to pretend he was a hard-ass after they left, The Faded Fates are ushered to the banquet hall. Attendance is star-studded, beginning with the bulls: Baron Kerym Biceran of The Moiro Parlament, Capital General Regnarr Colmach of The Vol Multitude, Chamberlain Urca Rasp of The Gant Union, Archbishop Birrus Ozzal of The ‘tide Thorns, Lady Orathia Birk of The Onyx Obscurity accompanied by Lord Kes, and Lord Olo Tunnely of The Coup Condalit. All burgomasters are in attendance, as well as Queen Iris of Vallas-Kahn accompanied by Amauri Mor, his daughter Klaya, and Gruk (The Savior). Terrance also recognizes Aster, who is standing near Shae’s sister, Ishnalia.

Shae and her sister catch up briefly but decide to keep the fact that they are sisters hidden for now. Connie is particularly frazzled upon the arrival of her aunt, Lady Serafima. She immediately goes to the bar, and Terrance follows her. He asks if she is okay. She begins to explain the people in Serafima’s posse: Felurum Darkfury, Ailuin Brysee, Neldor Shra, Mr. Bralgrum and another woman, Miss Olona, who particularly upset Connie. Miss Olona appears right behind Connie and requests she come speak with her family. She escorts Terrance and Connie to Serafima’s table. Connie tries to keep her cool, but it is apparent Lade Serafima is under her skin. Serafima also mentions Terrance’s involvement with the graduation massacres. The two of them are saved by Estella Astanas who pulls them over to the family table with Codex’s dads and brother, along with Estella’s boyfriend, Rory.. Isa’s parents are seated at a different table due to their status, which prompts her to go speak to them. But before Isa can leave, Codex decides to push her luck and request a dance from none other than Lord Kes, or, Kessak, the God of Pain and Suffering.