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Chapter 4 — Aaryn

Meet Aaryn Stormryder, captain of the Crownsguard and childhood friend to Prince Reagent Montague Johanan. Aaryn's investigation into a mysterious burned body is interrupted when Montague puts him on a more important assignment which threatens the stability of Rhys.

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Chapter 3 — Samael

As the group makes preparations to leave for the Haramswood, Samael is contacted by his master for another assignment.

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Chapter 2 — Shyonia

Back at the Inn, the group meets their prospective client, whose presence brings up personal pain in Shyonia.

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