The Malacoda Manor

In the Blasted Land, an archaelogist disappeared researching some ancient ruins. Upon investigation, the ruins turned out to be the remains of the Malacoda Manor, thought destroyed during the Taint Wars. Though very little of the manor itself was left, a powerful artifact known as the Mirror of Vestera was discovered within. The artifact was…

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Specializations in Enchantment and Alchemy

Llandros of the Cacophony won the gnomish Scrapgiving holiday contest, penning the jingle “Gnomish Grand Idea”. Meanwhile Lendren Starfall won the dwarvish Klangfest holiday contest with his bawdy song, “Fourplay”. Lendren gave up his prize to the runner-up, Sylphas Talnara for his song, “Wild Witches”. The prizes turned out to be new trade skill specializations.…

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Trial of Ascension: Rise of Viynain

During the Trial of Ascension, not many Sealbearers dared to wield the Staff of Ascension, but two contenders rose to dominate the event: Xiel Peulus of the Spiritsingers who bore the Seal of Nature, and Veyrzhul La’Saet of the Celestines who bore the Seal of Harmony. Buttressed by their allies, the two Sealbearers fought each…

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Challenge of Beauty

For nearly two years, artists have been preparing their greatest works to enter into the Challenge of Beauty. The winning entry went to a Master Chef, who was none other than Silferras Ysav’rai of the Blacktalon with a platter of the planes which left those who sampled it fulfilled in both spirit and belly! Second…

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Challenge of Life

When a plague of maladies and ailments struck the furrikin population, the Challenge of Life began. A champion emerged in their hour of need, as Xenthos An’Ryshe of the Ebonguard demonstrated his profound knowledge of healing, thus claiming the Seal of Life! Second place went to Nydekion La’Saet of the Paladins, third place went to…

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Challenge of Death

The clash of swords and magic echoed throughout Lusternia as the Trial of Death commenced, calling out for the most bloodthirsty of mortals to meet the darkest of challenges. In the end, no one could compare to the skill of Vathael Feyranti of the Serenguard who left a sea of blood behind him as he…

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Challenge of Death

At the behest of Avechna, contenders eager to enter the Challenge of Harmony came from all corners of the Basin of Life. Throughout the challenge, they sought out all sentient life, influencing them to bring harmony to the land. Finally, Veyrzhul La’Saet of the Celestines rose to be the one who travelled the furthest and…

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Challenge of Knowledge

For the Challenge of Knowledge, Avechna gathered the wisest sages, scholars and intellectuals to test thier knowledge. After many grueling questions, it became clear that Ishant Nightshade of the Shadowdancers was truly worthy to claim the Seal of Knowledge! Second place went to Nariah d’Iasani of the Nihilists, third place went to Karnagan De’Unnero of…

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Challenge of Nature

Avechna gathered many people of the Basin of Life together to vie for the Challenge of Nature as part of Lusternia’s Ascension 2009 event. Looking through a magical kaleidoscope, contestants saw brief clues of the path they needed to follow to find the Seal of Nature. The long, arduous journey ended with Xiel Peulus of…

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Challenge of Justice

The Challenge of Justice was the next exciting challenge in Lusternia’s Ascension 2009 event. As dozens of contestants showed up to debate one another, it was Malarious d’Murani of the Harbingers who proved that he was truly worthy to claim the Seal of Justice! Second place went to Nejii Talnara of the Shofangi, third place…

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Challenge of War

Hailing from all parts of the Basin, many three-persons teams answered the call to compete in the Challenge of War. The first round was won by Thoros, Ceren, and Romero. The second round was won by Desitrus, Vathael, and Shuyin. The third round was won by Malicia, Narsrim, and Talkan. The last qualifying round was…

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Challenge of Chaos

As Lusternia’s Ascension 2009 commenced, the Challenge for the Seal of Chaos ended with Sarrasri Talnara of the Moondancers claiming the first medallion! Second place went to Rika Talnara of the Ebonguard, third place went to Ceren Valtyros of the Geomancers, fourth place went to Vathael Feyranti of the Serenguard, and fifth place went to…

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A Plague of Gods

Unknown to god and mortal alike, the essence pumped into gods from their mortal worshipers were slowly poisoning them. The backlash was a sore on Avechna’s Peak which released a plague of replicas of the gods. These false gods eventually tried to become true gods by assaulting Mighty Kethuru, who was almost freed until the…

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Erratic Gods

Since the discovery of dark prophesies over the past several months, events appear to be coming to a head. The Elder Gods have been behaving erratically, exhibiting increasingly bizarre behavior. A strange blemish has appeared on the side of Avechna’s Peak.

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Jolly Bundy and the Solstice Gnomes!

Once again, Jolly Bundy and the Solstice Gnomes returned to give many gifts to many in the Basin. Also, Ironbeard the Magnanimous was frequently encountered joining in the gift giving extravaganza!

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Isune’s Masterpiece

The Elder Goddess Isune came out of her absence to reveal she had been creating a personal masterpiece, a sculpture which she called the Inedra. Having channeled much of her emotions and even some of her spirit into the great work, the Inedra reflects many of Isune’s personal transformations and emotions, from joy to despair.…

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Secret of the Goldfeathers

Sheena Goldfeather, a trill who lives in the Grey Moors, discovered much to her surprise that her cousin Kyree had returned from his wanderings outside of the Basin of Life. Arriving in a caravan, Kyree Goldfeather revealed he had been looking for many exotic potions. Discovering a nest of manticores high in the Southern Mountians,…

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The Cloud Gardens of Clarramore

Lady Clarramore revealed herself in the Northern Mountains as a trill noblewoman who wanted to advance herself in society. Though she tried to host a fabulous party for the upper crust denizens in the Basin, she was beset by a myriad of unfortunate events. Eventually, she hired some more competent assistants who were able to…

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Ghosts! Ghosts! And more ghosts!

Atropos the Eldest Fate lost her shears and ghosts were on the loose in the Basin of Life! Mortals were asked to help collect the lost ghosts, and were awarded with tasty treats that gave various blessings.

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