While cities and imperial towns are inherently Of Law (civilization requires a ruling class, a religious class, and some sort of trade membership), not all of the towns, villages, and hamlets in Lyonesse are likewise aligned. Some are Unaligned, and a few are Of the Balance (the Druids usually give these away). There are no settlements larger than camps, dungeons, or forts that are Of … Continue reading Settlement Alignment
But now, a fresh crop of visitors to the hamlet. Some are there for religious glory, hoping to re-sanctify the site. Some are there for profit, hoping for reward (and loose valuables). And at least one is there for something far more sinister, indeed. Continue reading Emain Ablach 2 – Adventure One
In addition to paying salary and expenses, employers are also responsible for outfitting mercenary troops. Light Cavalry 3 javelins (6#), longsword (4#), shield (10#), leather armor (15#), light warhorse 176 SC, 35 lbs. Mounted Crossbowfolk light crossbow (4#), 20 quarrels and case (2#), short sword (2#), chainmail armor (30#), mule 126 SC, 38 lbs. Horse Archers composite bow (2#), 40 arrows and quiver (6#), scimitar … Continue reading Mercenary Gear Loadouts – Cavalry
Grabbing lunch at my favorite Middle Eastern spot, working on the Druid spell list, when I slowly become aware of the conversation at the table right next to mine. Four college aged men, who could have been talking about a variety of different forms of gaming. But only one I know of has Lawful Neutral wizards, and sure enough, they confirmed they were out celebrating … Continue reading Dungeons and Dragons, spotted in the wild.
In addition to paying salary and expenses, employers are also responsible for outfitting mercenary troops. Peasants Spear (6#) 3 SC, 6 lbs. Light Infantry 3 javelins (6#), short sword (2#), shield (10#), leather armor (15#) 26 SC, 33 lbs. Heavy Infantry Spear (6#), long sword (4#), shield (10#), banded mail armor (35#) 108 SC, 55 lbs. Slingers Sling (-#), 20 bullets (4#), short sword (2#), … Continue reading Mercenary Gear Loadouts – Infantry
Courtesy of TSR Module B3, Palace of the Silver Princess. Mostly. Pack A (16 SC w/ discount, 27 lbs) Backpack (2 SC, 2 lb) Bedroll (2 OC, 5 lb) 2 Large Sacks (4 OC, 1 lb) Lantern (9 SC, 3 lb) 2 Oil flasks (2 OC, 2lb) Flint and Steel (2 SC, -) Wineskin, full (2 SC, 4 lb) 12 Iron Spikes (1 SC, 8 … Continue reading Standard Backpacks
Abergavenny Brecon Brithdir Bryn-y-Gefeiliau Caer Gai Caergybi Caerhun Caerleon Caerphilly Cardiff Carmarthen Deva Gellygaer Llandovery Llanfor Llanio Loughor Neath Pen Llystyn Pen y Coed Penllwyn Pennal Penydarren Plas Adda Prestatyn Pumpsaint Segontium Tomen-y-Mur Trawscoed Usk These are the village, towns, and cities in which the Church (and the forces of Law) remains the strongest. There are independent (Unaligned) hamlets and villages that pay a varying … Continue reading Imperial fortified towns and forts in Lyonesse
A short time later, the village of Langawode is overrun by an unholy(2) alliance of kobolds, undead, and loathsome cultists; lost to the forces of chaos for a generation, at least. Continue reading Emain Ablach Session Five
TPK in Aisle 5, TPK in Aisle 5 Continue reading Oops
“Caledonian (Halfling) corsairs have been raiding the seacoast villages to the south, regardless of whether they had previously been Imperial Castrum (fortified towns).” Continue reading Langawode Rumors, 4-6
Perilous Paths 