March 12, 2019 | Leave a comment Summoning up her courage, Melora finally shows Septimus and Areya the Black Wand that she recovered from the witch during the battle in the forest. As they analyze the relic in depth, Septimus reveals that it exudes an aura of evil while commenting that the object appears to be dormant for the moment. Areya discovers that the artifact is connected to the witch in some way, suggesting that perhaps they might be able to use that knowledge to their advantage. Resolving to pray to their deities for further guidance, the two clerics ultimately tell Melora that the Black Wand is dangerous and should be destroyed, though they aren’t sure how to do that just yet. Soon after Melora’s meeting, Lorec joins her outside as they trudge through the freshly fallen snow in order to gather provisions before leaving town. The two heroes discuss strategy and tactics as they shop, determined to rescue Manok and Oryn from the witch and her cohorts. Paying for their goods, the adventurers make ready to depart Ebon Hold at dawn to enter Fenwylde Forest once again. Visit us on Patreon to join the adventure!