Evil forces have assassinated Baron Ironfist and are working to weaken other
protections over his domain. Various "jobs" offered to the party will tempt
them into performing these evil tasks. It will be up to them to correct their
mistakes, or else accept the consequences -- a supernatural army sweeping
across the land. The Baron was not a conspicuously good man, but these forces
are much, much worse. He was the only one who understood the nature of these
protections.
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3 magical seals offering protection to the land:
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Amulet of Yendor, which provides
magical protection to the land. Without it, magic will be more
difficult (no WIZ cost reduction for wizards, +1 WIZ cost per level
for rogues), and the cult will gain extra proficiency in casting
spells (-1 WIZ cost per level). When worn by a character, it will
double their current WIZ score. Located in Summershore.
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Chalice of Ceres, which provides food to the land. Without it,
the land will be stricken with famine (food will be more expensive,
and will not sate characters -- they will begin to suffer penalties
regardless of how much they eat), and the enemy will gain the power
to turn local flora and fauna into hostile opponents. In the hands
of individuals, provides protection from the effects of hunger, and
prevents animals and enchanted plants from attacking. Located in
Harveston.
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Staff of Vediovis, which safeguards the health of the land.
Without it, disease will run rampant, and the enemy will gain the use
of undead warriors. Individuals may obtain healing from it. Was located
in Eirford, but was stolen by the Order of Endless Night (as
evidenced by their necromantic activities of late).