Crossed swords

[Anastasia]

Okay, you were talking about combat, Seira?

[Corwin]

I was thinking of asking Selune if there's anything I could do to help, but if we have an idea about one of Shar's proxies I'll pursue that instead.

[Anastasia]

Gimme a quick K:R check, I'll factor that into some other things here.

[Corwin]

I'll take 10 and go all out, so that's Greater Heroism, Divine Insight, Greater Improvisation and Guidance of the Avatar for 155.

[Anastasia]

'Seira,' Donald sends to you, 'I think our new spymaster has a lead with the information you provided to help.'

[Corwin]

And after a check where Donald is and ensuring she's not stepping into any intimate situations, Seira appears before him!

[Anastasia]

With Donald is Joyn, who sits and rests. "My Great Lady," he greets, "I come bearing profitable news."

[Corwin]

"Excellent! Let's hear it" Seira says cheerfully, forming a comfortable armchair to sink into.

[Anastasia]

"I had a contact with Hope's Landing's spymaster," Joyn explains, "At least I think that's her role, such matters are concealed - but never mind it. We put pieces together and noticed a cube of Acheron where evidence suggests Sharrans may be gathering for an unknown purpose. I did not know where, until you provided the last piece to solve the puzzle."

[Corwin]

"I have?" Seira asks in surprise. She's done a lot, but she can't really think of anything Shar-related lately. Maybe it was during her regular research?

[Anastasia]

"Of course you have, as you surely planned," Joyn says agreeably, "It reminds me of how superior and fearsome your golden mind is."

[Corwin]

"We can put it down to a happy coincidence and a lot of hard work," Seira tells him. "I'll take credit for work done, but putting it all together was all you. Take pride in your accomplishments~"

[Anastasia]

"Thank you, my lady," Joyn rises and bows towards you. "To Hope's Landing's spymaster as well, her work aided me as well, and no doubt that realm will hear of this soon."

[Corwin]

Seira nods her agreement.

[Anastasia]

"This cube is lost in Ocanthus - far larger than the ones normally that deeply in, and it seems to elude travelers who seek it," Joyn continues. "It's known as the Pilgrim's Folly, because those who seek it are usually shredded apart by other cubes instead."