PERINESOS
The people of Perinesos are much beloved by Apollo. They live on an island with a bloody past
of doomed struggle against the occupying forces of Aphoros. After the last revolution a
generation ago, the island gained freedom finally. However, the reigning ruler is in the process
of undoing this independence. Foreign soldiers are occupying parts of the island, and much of
the legendary lavender fields are being destroyed by their great cattle herds. Knowing the
temperament of the islanders it is no surprise that there are those who rail against this.
SIGNS OF THE GODS
Ares, God of Ferocity. The drunken brawl of two old enemies turns violent, knives are carving
deep furrows into their bodies.
Hera, Keeper of the Flame. With her hated husband lost during a campaign, a shrewd wife
steps up and takes over his holdings.
Apollo, Leader of the Muses. An imprisoned poet's song escapes through the prison cell's
window, ringing out loud and clear.
ARRIVAL
Having arrived at the island a few hour before, you are relaxing in a popular local drinking
house, once the hub of famed local revolutionaries. After tasting the sweet wine you notice a
confrontation at a table near you. Zotikos, the fiery orator and his supporters are demanding
that the foreign soldiers sitting at a table leave. The soldiers hurl abuse at the natives, and are
disrespecting the heroic dead. Both sides are gearing up for a fight, what do you do?
CONFLICT AT THE INN
Will you support the firebrands, and make their opposition retreat? Arts & Oration vs
Soldiers.
Will you try to calm down the situation? Arts & Oration vs Zotikos.
Will you chase the soldiers out? Blood & Valor vs Soldiers.
The heroes may gain a bond die with Zotikos. If they do not prevail a lot of blood may be
spilled, and they can end up imprisoned.
TRIALS
EVADING CAPTURE
Due to the actions at the drinking house, the heroes and Zotikos may be chased through the
streets by the local militia, the Peacekeepers. The city holds many ruins that are perfect for
hiding or ambushes. Will you try to slip away? Craft & Reason vs. The Peacekeepers. Will you
try to gain their support? Will you fight them in shadowy alleyways?
PRISON BREAK
SABOTAGE
UNGRATEFUL DEAD
After her recent escape from Hades, Artesia is once again back in her homeland. She is being
hidden by a few supporters, who want her to help them with their fight. She is uncooperative,
grief is gripping her heart. Will you try to find out the source of her despair? How will you get her
support?
THE GREAT STAMPEDE
A great stampede of cattle descends on the unprotected houses and fields. They will trample
plants, animals, the infirm under their many hooves. Will you try to redirect the cattle? Will you
try to scare them off? Will you try to get people to safety and defend?
BATTLE
Ships from Arkos are approaching the island. They are bringing men and materials to establish
a strong presence on the island. They are going to build a new city just for their people on the
other side of the island.
Will you try to sabotage the ships?
Will you try to diplomatically refuse them with the help of the local government?
Will you try to reconcile the historical differences, and forge new bonds between the
peoples?
The ruling council led by Theodora are planning to announce a union with Aphoros. It effectively
brings the island under military control, with only few rights preserved by Perinesos.
Will you try a diplomatic approach and get a better deal from Aphoros?
Will you try to change the ruling council's mind by words or public pressure?
Will you orchestrate a coup?
CHARACTERS
Regent Theodora (d8). Cunning (d8), Ruthless (d8 Perilous), Selfish (d6 by default, d10
Advantage die in Arts & Oration contest where their wealth would be harmed).
Zotikos, fiery orator (d6). Hot-headed (d8), Thunder-voice (d8).
Artesia, ghost of legendary poet (d10), Dejected (d8).
Peacekeepers (d6).
Soldiers from Aphoros (d6).
PLACES
Lavender fields. Rolling lavender fields enclosed by babbling brooks, low stone walls. White
poplar groves in the fields, parks in the city.
Kalkhé the many-broken, city of song. Broken white towers, large echoing public squares.
Recently built houses next to ruins. Drinking places set in ruined houses.
Defaced monument. Bronze statues commemorating the heroic dead. One shows Artesia and
Theodoros a step behind her, holding lyres. Theodoros's statue has insults painted on it:
"traitor", "gold-mad".
SPECIAL REWARDS
Blessed Lyre: This instrument was blessed by Apollo, and it was made the symbol of the
regent. Originally held by a long line of poets, passed between the worthiest of them.
Lavender Oil: Legendary scented oil. It is said to render poisons and contagious sickness
harmless.
Mysteries
Artesia was murdered a few days before the revolution's victory. It is still a mystery who
killed her and why, though some suspect it was Theodora's doing. According to stories backed
up by the ruling council, the two were lowers and fought side-by-side for freedom. Why was
Artesia murdered, and was it really Theodora? Did Theodora hate her all along, or was it just
simply hunger for power?
Aphoros is expanding once again after a brief period of infighting. Until now, they have not
made any aggressive military moves. Is this a newer, more peaceful direction, or are they just
biding their time?
