#(for that last bit)

[utilitycaster]

Do you think any of the other items the party has rn (ie Ashton’s hammer, Imogen’s robe) could become more relics of the red solstice? If yes, which god do you think would bless them? Vox Machina probably not, they’ve got all their vestiges already, but do you think the Mighty Nein could earn any?

I don't think this will be much of a focus, to be honest; Matt just poked fun at his Campaign 1 fetch quests. I especially don't think it will be a significant focus of the Mighty Nein as I think they and Vox Machina will only be viewpoint characters for their specific missions; a couple episodes at most. And, to be honest, one of my favorite things about the Mighty Nein is that they were never terribly focused on magic items to the ridiculous (affectionate) extent Vox Machina were. No shade to Vax but I think a lot of people did not realize that without two vestiges and an overpowered homebrew item and a bending of the rules re: smiting on thrown items, he's just a guy with 30 feet of movement who can attack twice with a dagger in melee and pump in a second level smite once he gets to the high levels.

I think it is possible with Bells Hells, but I suspect it will only really be those who sought out any kind of relationship with a god, even if it's relatively last minute. I'd love to see an exploration of Braius since I really don't think Asmodeus is fueling those paladin levels, but otherwise, Imogen and Ashton are currently the only ones with plans, so the gods in question are the Stormlord and the Arch Heart. It would be a nice touch, personally, if the Changebringer showed up and perhaps imbued the fragments of FCG with something minor, but I'd also be happy if the only relic we have is Seedling simply because again, Orym's the only one who's really been pursuing this consistently.

Just for a quick elaboration, I think one thing with the Vestiges that Matt realized is firstly, if he gives the party a list of everything, they will try to catch 'em all, which led to some episodes in C1 that, frankly, didn't have much connection to the characters and their goals (specifically the Fire Plane stuff; also while its retrieval was great, Scanlan used Mythcarver like, twice, and once was to do a two gnomes in a trenchcoat situation); and that you can end up with some really fucked party balance. I remember in Campaign 2 when people felt like everyone should get a Vestige again once it became apparent the Star Razor was one, but Fjord was a sword-focused character who put immense work into a relationship with a god; some classes and characters are just not item-based in the same way. To make D&D balanced, sometimes some characters get more toys; and also, following specific narrative paths is rewarded by the GM because it involves player dedication or risk or is just really fun and cool.*

I will also note that while time is short, not all the Vestiges of Divergence were tied to a deity. One could get a relic created by mortals; I don't, for example, know what Dancer and Imahara Joe are up to.

*at the risk of taking a pretty straightforward post and turning into an avenue of discourse, this is yet another reason why the "Raven Queen/Wildmother relationships with Vax and Orym are abusive" arguments feel in such profoundly bad faith and, quite frankly, taste, that they're hard to even engage with. It's such a deeply bleak and cynical worldview out of game to say "yeah, I think the GM is looking at an interesting player choice and is punishing them for it," even more so with a player like Liam, a person who is not precious with his characters and does not see tragedy or death in the service of a cause at the close of the story as narrative failure.

[the-spooky-children]

God SM 7 being in the woods and being based on the Blair Witch Project and maybe having a found footage feel with the spider weaved into the plot would be so cool

October 2025 October 2025 October 2025-

[reginrokkr]

"Isn't the zenith human potential the pinnacle all of mankind should be reaching?" A cold, disconnected voice sounds while facing this unknown traveler. As always, the probability of failure comes in many forms, human forms, despite being the very species that needs to reign at the top of the food chain. Azar has certainly held no punches in preparing the Fatui squadron as his brand of security in every nook and cranny, taking their moment to work in surrounding the Twilight Sword. "The divine being cultivated by our hands, subjugated to our will and the very powers we concoct, it'll make a bridge to let us finally take back what we deserve. The old order is nothing but a fallacy created by our forebearer's lack of strength. And you tell me, in all of your ignorance, you intend to ruin this? The birth of a true god made by human hands?" The mere thought almost spouts an acidic, rueful laugh from his aged lips. The happenstance that someone managed to discover their plans held the means to infiltrate, even this, was drawn under the almighty stance of calculation. No errors could be allowed or facilitated. "Divine Knowledge will become the definition of a new human height. And as for the gods? Enslavement or sources of power will be a sufficient fate. Even you should see the reason in these very benefits? Or I should I say would've, mysterious wanderer, I have no intention of letting you leave while still draw breath."

It is a mistake, a mishap born from sentimentalism to a god that once helped him in bygone times that is no more. Or rather— she is here, albeit in a new samsara, a white twig bound to an entirely different fate than her predecessor. Dáinsleif couldn’t turn a blind eye to a god that faces so many trepidations in all its unfairness, thus his presence has been made manifest time and time again in Sumerian lands to pay her omniscient visits. Long ago his light has faded to nothingness, but he, too, became a moon to shed lunar light upon her— a light in the darkness to not lose hope. But she is a god, many may say, other many may feel betrayed after what had occurred in Khaenri’ah and Dáinsleif would have naught to say to oppose such truths. Nevertheless, this is the least thing he can do for that which once upon a time became a light in his dark world, the one who showed him a purpose when not even destiny dared to reveal to him when all was lost.

Ominous air blows in the entrance of a facility that reeks of corruption and uncouthness. Moonkissed features stilled to perfection lack a reaction that the Grand Sage must seek even in the face of imminent danger. If the Abyss Order shrinks at the thought of proximity, a few Fatui cannot be match to him. ❝It is because benighted men like you that mankind’s potential is being withheld. What can be expected of a so-called Grand Sage that understands nary an ounce of true knowledge nor human heart, while being one? How asinine.❞

Arrogance begets hubris and from it foolishness is born. There is a reason why the throne of the sky is not for humans to take nor to seize forcefully. This is the world of humans, and yet the deed of a few idiotic ones shame is bound to weigh on the Creator’s heart. Because of this, Khaenri’ah has fallen. Should this continue, it will be a matter of time until Sumeru falls too. With good people and a powerless goddess left with no resistance to make out of powerlessness.

Powerlessness, the same he felt back then.

❝To think that a god would kneel to you and do your bidding to your heart’s desire is even more imbecilic than what I gave you credit for.❞ The zenith of human potential is what mankind can do, the relevance they have to this world which they have yet to realize and awaken, not this. Not like this. Though not entirely unexpected, Dáinsleif did not think the Grand Sage to be so arrogant to try and seize him. Pathetic. 

To his command do the Fatui break into a run to go after him, each with their weapons and their borrowed fake elemental power to wield. A deep breath is given, then Dáinsleif sommersaults effortlessly in the air and crosses his arms to allow sapphire flames engulf him in a moment’s concentration for power. A mirror maiden standing in the back releases Hydro bullets at the cry you won’t escape meant to hit their target, only for them to come to an abrupt halt at the opening of the Twilight Sword’s eyes and their immediate freeze. Worthless. Colorless constructions of ice are engulfed in the same sapphire flames that manipulate them to turn their edgy points towards the Pyro Agents waiting below and their following descent to return her attack to them. In the turmoil of the mirrored attack does Dáinsleif descend.

Wish as the Agents will to attack him in their rage, they soon realize that their feet are unresponsive to their command. Complaints aloud spout from their lips at the realization that their feet are tied with fiery strings that keep them still, then they look at Dáinsleif whose hands are on the ground, the ends of all the threads emerge from him. Before they have the chance to throw whatever throwing weapons they have in their pockets, silently does the seraph invoke Electro that electrocutes them to unconsciousness.

Slow steps reverberate through the confines of the now empty facility as Dáinsleif makes his way to the Grand Sage, who falls on his derrière prisoner of panic after what he just witnessed. ❝P-please, clemency! You shall leave and none of this happened! But please have mercy and spare my life!❞ Wordlessly, Dáinsleif steps hard on the man’s chest as he quivers in fear, hands coiling powerlessly around his ankle as he cannot do naught but stare in utter horror. ❝It is not me whom will impart punishment to you. Resume your plans and you shall soon be stripped of all your power and right to garner any more knowledge.❞ He lets go of him and turns on his heels, uninterested to pursue any further the discovery of how complete the divine project of creation is. ❝As if the likes of you can understand a single thing of this world.❞

You may as well leave the Archon in the ruling position and do a better job than you.

[bellwethers]

Tough.

[crowkip]

yeehaw, baby!

[foolsocracy]

this is actually so funny. imagining garth quipping and contributing to the conversation in his head cause he forgot the rest of the teen titans can't pick up on his telepathy

[samd1o1]

Round of applause to the 2024 queer Marvel movies; even if Marvel won't admit it!

[bakedbeanchan]

I love the first season of atla

[lemon-wedges]

Sorry you're gonna have to repeat that

[odysseys-blood]

not only is our sudden new neighbor apparently neglecting their dog (constantly hear it whining and then stuck outside to whine more bc its likely still young and no one is paying it any attention) they apparently smoke which would be whatever if the smell werent seeping into our apartment too and its. so strong. so im probably gonna start getting regular migraines again yayyyyy 😑

[mangozic]

pre-distortion michael shelley but pointier and more shaped

[mountainshroom]

Felt like drawing some silly cats :)

[o0kawaii0o]

Family

[xuroky]

marriage proposals

[chloesimaginationthings]

The Vanessas and Mikes if they met sooner in FNAF..

[bacchuschucklefuck]

typical tavern scene