βš”οΈ Active Factions

βš”οΈ The Gilded Hand

Rival faction operating in the same ruin, likely seeking the Cup of Ilias and ancient relics.

first seen: session 02

βš”οΈ Goblin Minion Warbands

Scattered vanguard defeated; leaders and minions neutralized in the brazier chamber.

first seen: session 02

πŸ“ Locations

πŸ“ Caelian Dungeon Ruins

Current location

Ancient subterranean ruins of the fallen Caelian Empire β€” stone halls, frescoes, and a massive flaming iron brazier at the heart of the first chamber.

first seen: session 02

πŸŽ’ Relics & Items

πŸŽ’ Ancient Caelian Potion Recipe

In party inventory

Step-by-step distillation instructions (in Caelian, the root of modern Common) for brewing healing potions during Respite downtime.

first seen: session 02

πŸŽ’ Costumary Leaves

5 ounces in party inventory

A potent alchemical herb found in a recovered alchemist's satchel, suitable for infusing healing tinctures.

first seen: session 02

πŸŽ’ The Cup of Ilias

Unlocated

A legendary chalice depicted in ancient dungeon frescoes. Drinking from it transforms even the weakest individuals into powerful warriors, originally used to battle demonic invasions.

first seen: session 02

πŸŽ’ Healing Potion

3 in party inventory

Standard restorative draught. Distribution after session 02: 1 to Punch MacGroin, 1 to Wolfguard, 1 to Pandora Presley (Bernie holds 0).

first seen: session 02

πŸ“œ Lore Revelations

πŸ“œ The Caelian Empire

A defunct, progenitor civilization that fell 1,000 years ago. Their language (Caelian) forms the root of modern Common (like Latin). The present world exists in the post-apocalyptic aftermath of their empire.

first seen: session 02

πŸ“œ Mysterious Subterranean Draft

A strange, surprisingly strong breeze flows deeper down the dungeon corridors, indicating an opening, massive chamber, or ventilating shaft ahead.

first seen: session 02