Welcome to the first of our pre-event blog posts this season, for our April 21st event, VEILED INTENTIONS. In this post, we'll discuss some themes for the weekend, important story elements to know, and recent updates to gameplay mechanics.
The main themes for this weekend are Grief, Revenge, and Creeping Horror.
At our last event, Barker Meadow Reservoir experienced its first permanent death of a Leading Character when Mira was killed by mysterious assassins and later rose as one of the vicious Undead. While some plan memorials and tributes for the fallen, others seek revenge. The primary suspects are the Taleholders, a society from the Everliving Wood that has taken a malevolent interest in Barker Meadow's citizens and stories. How will your characters react to a tragic loss and the opportunity for vengeance?
Additionally, this weekend features an underlying dread and race against time. A terrible affliction has befallen the nearby Lorado Village of The Vail, impacting all its citizens. They turn to Barker for help – but what are the consequences if they cannot be saved? This storyline explores what happens during your attempts, with a dread fate approaching.
Two vital story elements to be aware of are the Vail Half-Dead and The Taleholders' machinations.
The Vail Half-Dead is a bizarre and grisly phenomenon with an unknown cause that is progressively worsening the afflicted villagers' condition. The nature of their ailment is something players will need to investigate in-game. Remember: sometimes character development occurs not through success or failure but through how they tackle formidable challenges.
Meanwhile, the Taleholders have become more prominent following our February online event, Tales of the Wood. These scheming Seasons and Visions from the Everliving Wood have ill intentions toward Barker Meadow due to past interference with their plans. With the return of their Graverobber, Flesher Calonyction, they are plotting a dark and significant plan involving the Gravemind. Be prepared to learn more about The Workers, mysterious entities connected to the Gravemind who affect the minds of those nearby. We recommend seeking more information in-game and engaging with this plotline as it ramps up this season!
Lastly, be aware of some mechanics changes.
First, Information Gathering is available due to several prominent town Sainthood members being kidnapped. Players must take some time on Casting Shift for their Leading Character to investigate "out of town." More details can be found on our Local Custom Mechanics page.
Second, we’ve got some additions to our buylists, including Trade, Criminal, and the Minor Favor Buylists with our local Financial Institutions! Check with Public Works for more details.
We look forward to seeing you in-game at our next event! Tickets for Veiled Intentions can be found here.