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Shauna Trevail - A lady's Notebook

Entry One: Arrival at Sanctuary

Damn that hurts - bloody rats - now I lie here coughing my lungs out - hopefully this will ease by morning. I don't have the coin for a healer

The loss of my old notebook is a pain who would have guessed the Bloody Drow would be raiding - don't care if we were hired to help protect the family - no profit in dying.

Still Kata kept her wits about her - the Goddess smiled on us and that darkling is dead - a rock through the skull. Three good lessons - bide your time and play nice, secondly never get complacent and thirdly when the time is right don't hesitate.

The run through the dark tunnels was a journey I would rather not repeat and that damn lizard took a fist sized chunk out of my leg - running was painful but not as painful as dying. The first piece of falling rock took me in the back - I blacked out to the sound of falling rocks and chking on dust.

I finally came to and with the Lady's blessings was able to heal some of the damage and provide some light, with no way back the only way was forward - found a funny stunty in a cave wanted me to deliver a map - hey its coin.

Sanctuary is a nice enough place if you like rustic and unsophisticated - still there is coin to be found for a level headed lady I am sure.

My sob story of being mugged on the way in netted a good find in Mariban - took time out of his schedule to show a girl how to make a buck or two - the Mushroom run is spinner for sure - good blades to be had - had not expeted to find a katana down here.

Young Johnny was a handsome enough lad and useful in the Town Hall - may to have look him up again sometime he seems willing enough to follow (hmm Kata would probably like him) - have to do something about that girly pig sticker he uses - why would anyone use a rapier?

Mildred is a saucy ol lass and bears getting to know better - I am sure she knows more about this town than she is letting on.

Karmin - strong silent type needs to get a life and those colors he wears!! Maybe I could teach him how to live a little.

Kata turning up was a pleasant suprise - I thought her dead - there is a lady that knows how to make a coin or two - good to have my partner back. Can't beleive she saved me from those blasted rats - now I owe her two - I will never hear the end of this I know.

Entry 2 - Geeting the Feel

2nd attempt at dealing with those rats went better than yesterday - still no joy in completing the task - this certainly rankles my sense of neatness.

Young Johnny was not as good as his promise showed the other day it is a shame he did not bleed out, still he wasn't carrying much and didn't even have a herb pack for me to use - he was cute enough and I would have done it - not cute enough for me to use one of my own though.

Mulehay claimed to be a healer well fat lot of good he did for me and Kata in there - I really wish people would not misrepresent their skills - if we take on a healer we expect them to heal the people doing the real work!

Still day wasn't a complete loss we now have new armor and Kata has decided to go with an elf stick rather than a real misile weapon - they just lack the punch of a good crossbow.

Enjoyed the time with Michael seems a nice enough chap though a tad self important - still that can always be used to ones advantage - he may be our ticket into the Spellguard which seems to be the powerhouse in these parts.

Tigereye Mercenaries seem like a powerful group but there is real tension between upper and lower - if we choose the wrong side it could be bad for business.

Have a few ideas brewing maybe we should not worry about the any of the factions and form a group dedicated to profit a combination mercenary outfit and mercantile concern - there may be a lot of scope for this - too early to tell.

Is nice to go to sleep without coughing up blood am looking forward to Waukeen granting me the blessings to deal with such inconveniences but that is yet a way off.

Entry 3: Rat Victory at Last

My sense of neatness has been restored and that Crazy old Lady Jane is dead - good haul in herbs and potions - pity the young girl's pay was lousy.

Jack Pickles - A mage of sorts and an interesting character - was moderately useful with ol Jane - still debating if it was worth 1/3rd the takings though. I could get to like him but if he keeps coming on too strong with either myself or Kata we may have to see him at the bottom of the Dark Lake - be he cute or not we are ladies and expect to be treated as such.

Associate Spellguard Michael de la Rey has sparked my interest - he knows a lot more than what he is saying and he is true Gentleman - still have to be careful even a true gentleman will screw a gal over if the profit is right. He wants to evaluate Kata and my skills with a blade to see if suitable for an associates position - I know he will not be dissappointed - for the right price loyalty and gratitude are guaranteed.

I've said it once I have said it a number of times - don't do charity - next time a beggar comes up with a sob tale I think a swift kick in the nethers is warranted - those kobolds nearly killed us - shame Anaril could not have co-operated and died in there so we could claim the salvage on the way out - well maybe tomorrow he will be a touch more co-operative. He has seen too much but I don't think he realised what he witnessed.

Still today sees us in good health, coin in purse and in the bank and a new day tomorrow.

Entry 4: Run in with the Watch

Well life sucks! Can't believe we got collared in the Watch File Room. Still Amy is an incredible lady and manged to palm off the stolen files so though we were fined and spent time in Prison we were able to get the sewer city key anyway.

That journey to get the key I will not forget - bloody oozes - ate my shield and my katana - damn I liked that blade - And I am still weakend from its attack - I am slowly recovering and it will take time.

The fines and then re-equipping myself and Amy, damn ooze ate her bow and clothes, gutted my savings. Have managed to recoup those losses and a little more with a lot of hard work and walking - still these courier runs pay well. Guess I iwll have to give some to Kata after all.

Amy is a great lady and am glad she knows my secret - I trust her almost as much as I trust Kata - the three of us area good core group for the sisterhood.

Fade is an interesting character an amnesiac Elf that seems fairly easy to manipulate - though I really like her and would like her to become part of the Sisterhood - still she is an unknown quantity until she recovers her memories.

Katia - Priestess of Lathander is a nice young lady and a good healer - hopefully we can forge strong bonds of friendship with her and see if she can be absorbed into the sisterhood - still ot will be a race I am sure.

I have to wonder if this arrest will jeorpardise my entry to the Spellguard? If it does then kata should be ok as she was not implicated - hopefully we willbe able to smooth this over wityh Michael - he may be suseptible to flattery and more.... if required.

Still if I can't make it to the Spellguard then perhaps theTigers are the way to go - the more we have in teh sisterhood and the further we sprea our tendrils the more profit there will be to make - lets see what the future has to hold.

Have seem to taken on the role of tour guide for new ladies entering Sanctuary - get them hot out of the tunnels and make them firm friends - this is the way to build up our power - bonds of friendship are strong and can prevail against all kinds of problems

Kata will behere soon - hope Amy shows as well

Entry 5: Arena Spectacular

What a day - I can't believe a suppossed Priest of Illmater beat and smote a helpless lady. Delvak deserves everything the Spellguard dishes out to him and more - Poor Irulan my heart went out to her and those bruises on her cheeks - men are such animals at times. I hope to get to know Irulan better she may be a good candidate for the sisterhood.

The arena today was so much fun watching Praetorius humble that stunty and that dwarf fool Tigres supporting Delvak this and Delvak that - asked him for a "friendly' sparing match - went down in 5 blows at least he had the decency to admit he was outlclassed in every way. Irulan chided me for not making it last longer but I had fun.

Had my ass handed to me by Mathum in a training session knew I would but at least I cut him unlike certain others - when he calls on the Powers of his God he is one hell of a fighter.

Cammi freaked me out slightly today, she is a nice lady and all but gave me the most outrageous outfit and both she and Kata have dared me to wear it in public - I am game but that much srutiny? Will see just where Kata's pluck is at if Cammi gives her an equivilent, she how tough she is then won't we. Maybe the three of us will have to have a drink together in our new threads. I think Kata's should be hot pink or deep red - note: speak to Cammi.

We have a new sister Cati - A priestess, she is good on the battlefield and has been entrusted with my secret. I can't believe she got such a raw deal on arriving here - apparantly some Elf named Menelanna was giving her grief for her beliefs how unfair!

Kallie is a pleasant lady - saw her sitting alone in the Rock - think she appreciates having female companionship. Certainly handed me my head on a platter in our sparing macth - damn good warrior - I count her friend but not sister yet need to know more about her first.

Kumagen is becoming annoying - more so than Pickles or Johnny - sat down uninvited at our table and then did not take the hint to leave - obviously he does not know the danger of 4 or 5 annoyed ladies, and, he is somewhat conspicuous in that white robe of his. His continued attempts at Kata are going to earn him a steel smile if he doesn't back down - Kata deserves someone that will treat her like a lady.

Kata's new armor looks great she nearly fell over backwards when I actually gave her the 500 she asked for - actually it is good to she her finally starting to think - was really worried she was going to go in after those elementals - the loss of Cati woud have been regrettable but the loss of Kata unacceptable - still working on tempering her impetuous nature.

All in all an exciting day with great prospects ahead.

Entry 6: Welcome Fade

Hmmm - looks trouble is brewing at the mines! The fortifications that are going up look pretty severe - I hope this does not interrupt my regular runs to the Mushroom - I rely on this courier run until I can find another regular source of income.

Had fun with Fade - dealt with numbes of undead - this place seems to brred them like flies. Still I had to let Fade in on our little secret and now the Sisterhood numbers 4 ladies I trust.

Fade - Excellent scout and finally gaining some pluck and backbone - I don't know how that bottom lip of hers has survivied this long.

Amywiel - Another good scout and a lady witha wicked sense of humor - she will go far.

Cati - Priestess of Malor - damn good on the battle field and a lady of strong beliefs - so unfair she is persecuted for her religion.

Kata - My partner in crime - without her I think I would be lost , well, for a short time anyway.

I think the time is right to speak with Matham - he is developing quite the faction and I think that our directions are compatable - will have to sound him and get to know him better.

Entry 7: Going Shopping

Note - never trust a mage when they ask you to help test a new spell. Actually was not bad Michael needed a warrior to try their hand against a couple of alternate forms he has been working on - it was good training though I am still quite sore. Both forms - troll and undead packed a whallop and absorbed a large amiunt of damage - still didn't stop me from eating sawdust a couple of times. Must remember to thank Coranado for badaging me up - he has gentle hands.

Well we have been scrimping and saving and I finally have my new armor - Blazon's coloring range is delightful and I like the effects - I am sure people can see me coming for miles but I like my red and Kata's green is most striking.

I thought we had lost Fade in the Brewery a now decapitated goblin struck her a near fatal blow - we are all glad to have her back. Though fear this has upset her somewhat - she dropped her harmonica after a drinking binge that night.

Speaking of drunks - Kata was off on another bender - she is a mean drunk - had a fight with her ended up knocking each other out - was fun - Amy was not impressed had to break us up with a sword.

I love the new necklace Amy gave me - she is such a sweetheart I hope I can find something equally nice for her.

Kata loves the new suit that I commissioned Cammi to make - can't get her out of it - apparantly relaxes her under her armor - suprised me and I thought I knew her - stillis good to see Kata have some fun. I hope she and Cati had fun after I went to get some sleep

I owe Cammi a kiss or a whipping - whichever she prefers - I have finally worked out and stolen her clothes changing spell - I love it.

I am Bored we now have the strength to come out more in the open about what we want to do. I do not need to hide my secret anymore - especially with Kata by my side. We need to have some serious fun - havn't found any really eligible men around yet - sepecially not that creepy rude guy yesterday - when will men learn that women like ot be treated like Ladies!!

Have not yet caught up with Matham - once that piece of the puzzle is in place everythig will start to fall into place.

Entry 8: Meeting Magenta Matham

Well Matham is certainly a cool piece of work - doesn't trust anyone outside himself - this has unfortunatey scuttled some thoughts and plans - the end result of the meeting was "Run along and stay out of my way" shame i had thought there was a potential future there - still you win some and you loose some.

The Magenta's are a strong faction but it pyramids to Matham himsef - cut the head off the snake and the rest will undoubtedly unravel - I wonder if matham has thought this through.

Hector is a problem - he has annoyed 3 of my ladies including me but he gains a certain amount of protection by his friendship with Matham - as much as I respect Matham if this piece of crap paws one of my sisters it will be cut off at the neck.

The excursion through the gnoll enclave was a great success and Michael has agreed to make recommendations for Kata and I to become Associates - I have heard rumors that shortly afterwards something happened too him - I hope the recommendations were placed before this instance else we are going to have to start again.

All in all a mixed day.

Entry 9: Welcome to the Spellguard

We are in - 2 exams, a trip through a false portal, and the slaughter of a bunch of Gnolls was what it took for Kata and I to show we had what it takes. Still I beleive the real reason we made it is that we work as a unit and for that we are very strong.

The other major piece of news - that scum sucking maggot kisser Hector is dead - Cammi's failed attempt not withstanding Matham finally worked out what a liability he is and had him disposed of - would love to know the details but appreciate him telling me. Am lookign forward to telling Cammi - she still owes me 2 suits.

Kallie has sent work we now have a new Sister - I hope she makes it to Council that will be an important information source to be sure but Kallie is a great lady and I like her dearly.

Amywiel has found a new beau Ando - he's cute they both liked the present I gave Amy - especially in the red, though she was embarrassed at first.

Cati has been a great help and I have asked if she will join us in the Spellguard - we need a really good Priest - my powers are fledgling compared to hers - her, myself and Kata woul make an awesome trio - still it is her decision and we will wait to see if she takes it up.

I helped the Lieutenant and a couple of others with dealing with some clowns and I died - it was fast and can barely remember any of it - I had yet to come to grips with what happened and what it means. I woke up to see Cati standing over me - I am growing to love her more and more every day and consider her a dear friend and sister.

Have not seen Fade in a while I think she is drifting from the Sisterhood still she was always an unknown - fragile.

Met a lady called Silk I had thought her a candidate for the Sisterhood but her outrageous behaviour shocked even me - I don't mind experimenting but in public in front of the other ladies??? I don't think so.

Another lady I met today, Phy, Priestess of Sune is a lovely lady and I would like to see more of her - she has a sad past that she has not opened up about - still we shall see.

I close this journal out sitting in the Tower with Michael - he is jumpy - saw him demonstrate a wand that allows him to see invsible or hidden people have suggested that Kata and I be issued with these if we are to protect him - he is going to request it.

I find that I am lonely - I am not looking for an emotional attachment but a diversion - a handsome lad or a caring lady to share some private time for a while is just what I need - still we shall see what happens.

Entry 10: Phyrra

Has been an interesting period of time - can never reall tell when it is day and night that gets tedious.

Well the foundations are in place and the Sisterhood is slowly growing, I look forward to reaping the rewards of the time and love that has been invested ineach and every lady - together we are truly stronger.

The situation between the Blades and the Spellguard has left me in a very interesting situation - had a good talk with Matham - one day we will end a conversation without him threatening to cut my throat.

Spent time with Hamir, I still feel bad about opening up the wounds he carries but it is good that he fealt he could confide in me without embarrasment I hope to get to know more of him I think he could be a real friend.

Gruff is cute, deadly, but cute. Hopefully he understands that Kata and I are not bad people because of the uniform we wear. I don't mind tht he killed Hector in fact I gave hi a kiss and small magical item to say thankyou.

Kata is gaining great accolades as a warrior in the Associates, I truly think that I need her or protection now than the other way around - this is a long way from the grubby street urchin I beat down so many years ago.

Have sent requests to Michael for Associate Tokens for Kata and myself and also requested additional equipment - will have to wait and see what happens.

Erandla has proved to be an interesting diversion when things have been quiet - she so much wants to be a part of people's lives - I can live with that if i can use her as an access point to various other people that would normally not associate with me.

And the best for last - Phyrra - Ah what a gem - a lady with a heart so warm and kind that it genuinely moved me. I don't know what possesed me but I told her of my past and aome of the troubles and unlike everyone else she did not judge me or label me and is happy witht he person I am right now and what I can become.

As a Priestess of Sune she said that she would always be my friend regardless of what others thought - I hope that it is true and that she can become a Sister - she would be so good in the House of Light - but I am afraid that she would have to forsake me and Kata for that to happen - the future will being what it will but that Kiss ....ooh I can feel it still.

What a horrible way to come crashing back down - a damn good object lesson in avoiding complacency.

Matters were going well. Met Phy briefly but she was in a dreadful hurry and dissappeared for the eveing I hope she is ok she had said she was only going for an hour or two.

Succesfully cleared out a Temple of Undead with Michale and Kata though we both made a couple of amateur mistakes and were correctly scolded, then met up with Matham who had some very interesting news. I believe this relationship will work after all - he didn't threaten to kill me - we are making progress.

I left Kata with Michael as I needed to see some people and come back to find there has been an attempt on Michael's life and right in the Rock Bottom Inn - Matham managed to heal him but Kata was unable to intercept an invisible attacker - Dammit when is Michael going to get us the equipment we need to protect him properly.

Interesting conversation with Arthalan he and Phyrra are like a devil and an angel whispering in my ears - I have always thought of myself as a good person but he believes me to be tainted and evil and to embrace that to truly live - I just don't know! I have never wanted to be tainted or evil but have been labelled such all my life perhaps this is a fate I can't avoid.

Entry 12: A New Sister

Well talk about riding the waves of the storm!! Having gone from the trough we are back on a peak of the wave and the future looks clear.

An eventful time to be sure - the trip with Arto, Lotho, Matham and Kata was probably not the best idea - Matham was trustworthy as always but Arto adn Lotho were just creeps. You think they would get over themselves and learn manners - the constant insults were unnecessary - yes Kata and I were unable to stop the attack on Michael but then who would have been able to stop such an attack. I will not be dissappointed if and when something happens to either of those thugs!

Had great fun with Cati and Kata looking into Gnoll problems - problem is Kumagen is damn grabby when it come to splitting up loot - he even had the temerity to ask for a coupel of pouches of herbs back after the healing Cati and I had poured into him - don;t know that we want to work with him again.

Interesting meeting with Oeprative Delgardo some very interesting information came out of it - question is what to do with it.

Michael is still shaken and feeling nervous - it tokk all my self control not to burst out laughing when he complained to Delgardo that his life was in jeopardy and he was told to Suck it up like a man - and then when going to do some work with the Tigers - he was too nervous to enter the Tiger Eye HQ but had no problems sending me in by myself - My Hero!!

Managed to fleece 20 gold out of Arthalan trying to introduce me to some new dice game - still he is cute I wonder if Kata would like to entertain him?

Phyrra is our newest Sister and we love her dearly she has wholeheartedly embraced our ideals she will be a great asset in the fight against bullying bastards in Sanctuary. On a personal note I hope her goal of working with the House of Light is not jeopardised byt her friendship with me.

Right then reports to write and people to see.

Entry 13: Best Day of My Life

Two amazing things have happened Quadra and the Spellguard.

The Spellguard is history as far as Kata and I are concerned - there is no way we were going to throw away our lives in that bloody temple - so worried about his bloody reputation - not once did Michael or Delgado enquire if we were allright - the look on their faces when we told them to stick their job was priceless.

Spent a lot of time with Quadra, received lessons in how to use a bow and we also killed a Greater beholder - she is a demoness with the blade but so gentle when we are alone. Who would have thought we would become so close in everything we do. I am not sure where this is going but am going to enjoy the ride. My Lady of the Blade id indeed a unoque individual - she makes me laugh.

Entry 14: Whirlwind

So much has happened that my thoughts here will not be chronological but will deal with the people they have happened with, I am hoping this headache will allow coherent thought.

Deleng is dead. She was ok for a priest and an Elf had some good stuff on her couldn't sell the armor so I gave it to Delvak for his charity work - hopefully it will buy a little credit. Gave Karmin her longsword it would only have fetched a few coins. Leera was with us and seriously hurt - I gave her back all her stuff plus a bit more - she's a nice kid and I would like to see her with the sisters.

I need to apologise to the Hin Rau - yes it annoyed me that we were given no information to prepare for what was coming and were ill equipped for those oozes - but Rau did save my life and I need to thank him - it was profitable that Priestess carried some good gear.

Imnan is dead killed by the most ruthless killer I have ever seen, A one on one duel with Mylin and Mylin just channelled massive amounts of negative energy and killed her. She is a force to be reckoned with.

Phyrra called a meeting that disgusted me, A poor attempt to manipulate Mylin and then those ladies rabbitting on about possible threats and fears and how powerful the enemy could possible be - I snapped told them to get a backbone and walked out - Any person can be killed - if someone raises their head and cause problems have three people take it off!!!! Rumor, fear and innuendo are the real problems. Fear builds on itself and paralyzes you. Delgado is creepy but I respect one thing he knows how to tell someone to pull themselves together - Eh Michael!!

Erandla has been taken care of, she proved a useful training tool for Kata and was diverting but then she started to get needy. I am still not sure why those Succubi showed up but have used it to ensure that Erandla stays at arms length. I had thought I needed her for access to Delvak and the House of Light but other channels have come up. Still a friendship can be maintained she may be useful again down the track.

Three time I have woken up in Grumbar's hold in the past 2 days, each time to the form of Kata or Quadra - the last time really hurt - the headche almost debilitating beyond the point I can usually disconnect - Is this a sign I am not supposed to be here or some legacy from being mauled to death by undead deep gnomes?

Arthalan was at the hold when I was raised - he hugged me and tried to make me feel better - that I had sacrificed myself to save everyone. He reminds me of me - we are the same sort of creature with different motivations, he may even make a suitable partner in time. I respect his subtlety and he bares watching.

Matham was ambushed in the arena but Gruff managed to get him out and raised - Matham lost everything but they are just things and he is back - he is another I respect and could see as a potential partner and Gruff - I just adore him! Oh Matham has a secret he is dangling - bastard!! but cute!

Well leaving the Spellguard has worked well, popularity has increased and even some of the "better" people are happy to see me around - Kata seems to think Kara is a different stripe of Paladin but I can see through it - still witha little leverage, smiles and willingness to heal complete strangers these people seem to think I am ok, this will work to my advantage.

Note if that Dwarven Paladin Akevitt is ever found alone in the wilderness - he needs to chew steel for his foul little mouth.

I know what I have told Erandla but I have lost touch with my Mistress and no longer have the powers I once did and I don't think they will return - in the end I make a better warrior than I do priestess and so am content with where my Mistress has left me.

Some interesting dealings with Delvak - he is a man I respect and takes you at face value - I am interested in hearing the details of this venture he has hinted at.

Quadra and Kata are getting along really well which has gone as planned after a little more time I need to slowly extricate myself from this triangle so I can move on to other projects. Kata is happy and finally dealing with her childhood issues, Quadra is happy and still seems to prefer my company to Kata's but will change as I become a little prickly - it will drive them together out of worry for me and then I can move on. It will be sad as I enjoy Quadra's company - she makes me laugh and knows where I am ticklish - who knows maybe this can drag on a little longer.

I am still waiting to hear from the Watch about this ring for Oozechild - when I get it maybe I can use it to leverage open that door a bit and find out what is going on - I am sure that a man as unwell as he obviouly is will be flattered by a little female companionship.

Rumors about Phyrra have surfaced that need to be tested - I don't care who she truly worships but if she has lied to me and the Sisters then she will havea date with Dark Lake at my own hands.

Entry 15: Sister Absolved

Was a quiet day - I didn't visit Grumbar's Hold for a change and my headaches have dissappeared. That is always a good start.

Met a decent seeming chap by the name of Rolo - good figure and weilds a stout greatsword - between us we cleared out a bunch of rats and took care of a feral pig farmer. Definately worth looking up again.

Tried to hook up with a couple of groups but they were too large and disorganised ended up leaving both of them - I suspect that a number of peopel in these groupswould have ended up dead or seriously injured - give me smaller more focused groups any day!

Weird conversation with Rau - calles himself a Doctor whatever that is and asked me a bunch of questions about fear and showed me a bunch of supposedly scary pictures - most of them were quite comical.

Kata and I had a distressing conversation with Phyrra - people spreading vicious rumors about her tha I nearly beleived - she has a past yes, she has done things she is not proud of yes - is worshipper of Mask? No. Hopefully we can rebuild the relationship now that we have this out of the way - I am relieved to have found the truth - it would have been difficult to smuggle the body out of the Rock Bottom.

Entry 16: Polite Paladin

Well I must confess to being amazed! A very nice young chap - Terrence Wetten - A Paladin of Torm was actually civil towards me and cared about my feelings and never has a Paladin agreed to be my friend.

I don't know whether to keep him or destroy him!

Entry 17: Politics

My head hurts - not from battle or another trip to the Hold, but from the endless debate that goes on between councillors. I have only had a taste but there will be more to come I am sure.

It seems a Waukeenite Priestess is held in esteem when it coms to matters of trade and economics - Councillor Ward wishes to speak to me about some endeavor, I have agreed to help Councilor Rilo form proposals for reform in Lower, have spoken with Councillor Morgan Maddocks and also Delvak has something brewing - I am going to be a busy little priestess to be sure.

Rilo and Talia - I like them both very much but they are both idiots - they let fear drive them apart and I spent a large amount of time councilling each of them and finally they are back together and won't let fear come between them - Dr Rau would love this one!!!! Morgan was not impressed - had to give her 50Gold that she said Talia owed her and to give her a message "No hard feelings" whatever that means. I hope this investment i time pays off and I hope Talia's dream of an Inn come to reality - that I would invest in.

Rumors about Morgan have started to surface on a number of fronts - need to findout how many of these are true or not as Phyrra is very concerned for her friend - have agreed to help.

Rilo is looking into the Ring with the watch I hope he can secure it and put this Chant Frar thing to rest once and for all.

Why do Mandarine Dreagle and someone called Zan want to hurt Quadra?

What is going on with this armor of Quadra's?

Apparantly Erandla is a bit upset about this Puritan poster thing have told her just to let it slide and not to provoke which is probably what he wants - besides what would happen if Purtian found out about her and Najara?

Quadra suprised the hell out of me in delightful manner - she actually mentioned the terms marriage and bride - I know she did not mean now but in the future - I had no ideas that she held such strong feelings for me and Kata. Still with my problem it would not be a suitable relationship and I am guiding Kata and Quadra together - they can share what I cannot. They are both worried about me and have agreed to talk toa few people to see if anything can be done - if it keeps them happy I am happy to do it.

Entry 18: Assassin

The score is 0/0/1 - 0 Dead Sisters, 0 Dead Assassins, 1 Failed attemp. That bloody Zhau tried to make good on his promise of taking Kata or myself as a warnign to Qaudra - he missed but killed Darius and Arthalan in the attempt - I escaped by fleeing - it rankles but in that darkness we would have been cut apart 1 by 1.

Arthalan has been raised but Darius is forever gone - dammit I invested a good deal of time and just had him primed for the House of Light. I will be interested to see Arthalan's reaction to all this.

Sandra performed really well yesterday I am glad that people were generous in their tipping.

Had a great time with Nermel and a bunch of others clearing out some Trogs - good fighting good loot and Nermel is such a cutie I can understadn why Tatyana likes him. Hope Tatyana and mysef can become friends - she has great fashion sense.

Bloody Kata when will she lean to hold the damn line went rushing off by herself in amongst a bunch of Ettercaps we were all webbed including her and watched as they ripped her to shreds unable to do anything - it was a slow sombre walk back to the Hold - she is back with us - I don't know whether to kiss her or kill her for putting us through that!!!!

Politics gives me a headache!! Spellguard investigating Morgan - don't know details yet.

Spoke with Phyrra as Quadra suggested and have placed a noticed for a Sharessian - Kata and Quadra inissit this can be fixed. Phyrra has some unique ideas - we will see what comes of this.

Entry 19: No More Asssassin

It tickles when she nuzzles my neck and she knows it is distracting!! Finally Quadra saw sense and has given up that blasted armor that made her and us such targets. I am waiting confirmation from Zhau that this is now at an end. I had thought Quadra would be bitter but no - she made this abundantly clear.

Damn that fealt good - Kata and I side by side fighting of wave after waves of zombies - we stomped them good - only wish Quadra had been there the 3 of us make a brilliant team esecially when backed up with good mages and priests!.

Had fun with Dicho and Kata in the Arena - can't believe Kata slaughtered me twice in a row - she truly has become a formiddable foe am glad she is at my side. Kata got the best of Dicho - went invisible and got him with a knock down and sliced him apart. After that they went again and Kata was blasted - Still the first killis the important one!!

Had a drink with Dicho afterwards - he is a nice chap and has real potential - would like to see more of him - especially joining us for expeditions.

Have received 2 letters from ladies looking for Big Sisters - Samantha and Samus and also met Ewena Forest - a gorgeous Druid with firey red hair and flashing green eyes - be still my heart!!! She was looking for a Big Sister - heard her speaking with Spencer - had to cut short drinks with Dicho - but very pleasant duties called.

Was fun showing Ewena around and meeting Sisha damn that is one big dog!!!!! I can see a real friendship delveoping there and I hope Quadra found her after I went to sleep.

This plan of Phy's for me to learn who I really am is intruiging - if I survive I may learn something - who knows sounds like it will fun to meet a Devil Lord.

I think Quadra like Phy - will have to explore that possibility for her. She is a strange lady that makes me laugh and holds no small amount of affection for me and Kata - this is a whirlwind - lets see where it touches down next.

Entry 20: Samus

Matham looks terrible - what has happened to the poor man?? I have been trying to talk with him but he has been busy or is he putting me off and avoiding me? We shall see.

I have received word that Rilo has Oozy's ring - I just need to collect it from him and get it to Oozy and then this chapter will be completed.

Spent some time with Samus today - may be a potential Sister - would be good to have an insiders view of the Clan - still therewould be conflicts of interest will have to wait and see what happens - regardless I would like to consider her a friend.

Rissi is a pleasant Halfling and I would liek to get to know him better - I think both he and Nermal are good travelling companions.

Entry 21: They Win

[In a very neat carefully thought out script the following entries are made]

They won!! The Sisterhood is destroyed and Quadra is dead - it is only a matter of time before poison or a brazen attack takes Kata and myself - the Rock Bottom can't protect us for ever.

Quadra's death is very inconvenient but that is what foolish heroics will get you - she hurt Kata badly by dying in this manner and all that work has bee undone maybe never to be repaired. Still my time with Quadra was diverting and the companionship was pleasant but it is time to move on. Quadra sent Kata a letter it was full of touching romantic nonsense - again I see the futility of thinking we will ever see the sunlight again.

Ewena is very pleasant and I must say very appealing - she has caught my eye the way Samuel first did. She is caring. understanding and has the right edge of hardness in her. She believes she can help me but what is there to help? I am what I am and what will be will be - still I would like to get to know her better.

I must confess that for the first time in very long time I feel afraid - there is something in the back of my mind that I can't put a finger on - the last time I fealt this way. The fear doesn't come from my own death but Quadra showed me that I am unable to always protect those in my care and I fear that Zau will take Kata and I will have failed completely.

Phyrra has my unabashed admiration she has shown me new levels of cunning, deceipt and courage that I didn't know existed in this game. I find myself drawn to her and I can begin to see the power of what was offered - perhaps my thinking was too narrow - I can still see the Being of Power and how he struck Kata down with the wave of a hand - with that power I could protect her and new sisters - perhaps it is not all lost - I shall have to ponder this.

The number of people that have given sympathies and offered to help and protect has been touching - it is good to know that I have integrated so well. Dicho, Talia and Lotho all are people I would consider friends and Dicho moreso - He is kind and tender and powerful - I may have to make him a lover he would be a powerful protector.

I have been told what happened after Gard gave me Quadra's sword - I find it disturbing that my mind could betray me like that when I most needed clarity. It seems like a dream After seeing the sword the next clear thing I can remember is seeing Sisha and feeling her lick my hand and face and Ewena smiling. It's odd I saw Sisha destroyed by that Hook Horror today and yet she was somehow brought back - it must be a Druid thing - is this possible for Quadra as well?

My mind is a whirl of possible courses and outcomes - most of these lead to dark walls of death. I sit here with the faces of two red-haired ladies floating in my mind - both want me for what I can be - one trying to stir love the other stirring lust - which one is right? With whom should I partner? Is there another way?

Entry 22: A New Game

The old game was lost but a new game has begun and there is a faint ray of light at the end of a long dark tunnel.

There will be many hazards to negotiate but in the end the glowing light of the golden coin holds much power and sways the hearts and minds of many people of many races.

All is not what it seems - I finally understand Phyrra and why she has taken this path - dare I make her crusade my own?

Kata is blinded by anger, hatred and vengance - these will achieve nothing but could get me killed - she always was driven by her lusts though she did not always recognise it - I was afraid she was going to snap and would have been forced to kill me as I had placed Phyrra under Waukeen's protection whilst she was in the Rock Bottom Inn.

The next 24 hours will either see us a memory or a bargain struck to keep Kata and I safe - the question is what is the price and will I be able to raise it in time?

Entry 23: The Wait

She sleeps, finally my little sister sleeps. I know she hurts so much - so much anger and pain and rage - how can I help her to learn the gift Ihave of shutting it off so she can gain perspective on what needs to be done.

Mama used to stroke her hair like I was doing it used to feel so nice. I know we both miss her but now we are all the family that is left - Ewena and Dicho are dear but Kata is my life and family and I wll not see her harmed.

Meriam has been killed as Zau promised - who will be next? Still they are all expendable so long as nothing happens to Kata.

Why is Phyrra taking so long? - when will the meeting be set up? - I grow restless but at least for now Kata Sleeps.

Entry 24: The Meeting

Well I am less than impressed - here I was getting nervous and for what a bunch of flashy spell effects and some being that seems to get his jollies by stripping a couple of women naked in the hopes of seeing them squirm.

It was amusing Phyrra wanted us to don rags and bow and scrape - that is no way to complete a business deal!! Kata did kneel though I guess I can't blame her but there was no way I was going to scuff up my robes on that dusty cave floor.

Obviously Phyrra is in the mess she is because she shows very little backbone - you always have room to negotiate when the other party wants something from you.

Well we are in the process of gathering the 20,000 - I hope Najara comes through with her pledge and that we can receive help from Dicho and some others.

It is nice to see Najara and Erandla getting along so well and so long as Zau's perceived threat on Erandla hangs Najara will be very co-operative.

Tarnis managed to raise the funds to have Meriam resurrected, that was sweet - he is probably going to get himself killed seeking revenge however.

Finally bumped into Zau and he was actually polite and didn't try to kill me or Kata - the negotiations worked and we are no longer hunted - for now. My fear of Zau has lessened somewhat after witnessing their clumsy effort at a clandestine meeting - Mr Blue? Mr Yellow? Pah!!! Would have been better for Mordor and Gard to either wear their helms before they arrived at the meeting when walking in public or to cover their armor with robes.

Have positively identified Mordor and dear sweet Gard as associates and should be able to get word to Zau through them - Gard is a terrible actor.

Dicho and Lotho have both been great - Dicho is truly sweet but does not seem to want to spend time with me which is hurtful - I should speak with him and see what is wrong.

Lotho is still associated with Artharlan in some way and Arthalan has come back out of hiding - will have to see where we stand with him after all we did try and kill him! I appreciate Lotho's gift of Trollwarts to regenerate my finger but I am having trouble bringing myself to eat them.

Kata needs to call Samus off before she gets herself killed in some fool attempt to get to Zau. I haven't seen much of Ewena which is a shame - I look at those times with her as my time to myself.

Matham keeps saying he needs to talk to me and then that it is not important - I think the man is becoming slightly unbalanced - how long to one of the excellent fighters in his mercenary cadre realise this and decide to take leadership for themselves.

My link with the divine has been re-established and I have regained my third circle spells and the ability create potions - indeed the God's must be happy with the transaction made to save my sister and her friends.

Apparantly a very sweet lady has arrived in Santuary a Danni Addams - Sister to Chell Kantalith - will have to assign Kata to get close to her - maybe be able to use her against her brother and to gain some access to the House of Light.

Well this is finally updated - now to make some money for the first payment.

Entry 25: A New Sisterhood

Form out of the ashes arises a newer Stronger Sisterhood - we have purpose and direction and I look forward to seeing this new entity reinvigorated and producing results very soon.

Lliana is a delightful lady that I am proud to call a friend I see her becoming a force in the Sisterhood if she can prove to be trustworthy! One thing Phyrra taught me don't be sucked in by a pretty face.

Kata is improving in leaps and bounds she seems finally to be getting over her paralysing numbness now that she sees hope.

I certainly appreciate the concern displayed by both Councillors - it is touching that they would take the time to be worried over my petty problems. It is also good to be trusted - I await their decision about what task they wish me to undertake.

I haven't seen Ewena in a time - I begin to worry for her - I hope she is Ok but I fear that she has abandoned me - isn;t the first time this has happened.

Spoke with Matham - he was concerned that I has sent an assassin after him - smart man realised that I woul dnot send a singel assassin in such a clumsy attempt. It ended well - I kissed him and he threatened to stab me in the back - relationship is right on track!

I need to speak with Samus and also Watchman Lockwood.

Have spent too much time on administration - I need to get out and make some coin - wonder when the first message is coming through.

Entry 26: Dicho

He makes me feel safe - when he held me last night I fealt safe.

I don't what the future holds but I look to it with hope that Dicho may eventually develop feelings for me - for now it is enough to be a good friend.

I don't blame him for testing me for listening to the rumors that Phyrra has started and I would have tested him as well - but he has seen through and seen how much I care for him. He has agreed to help with problems but I don't like it but he has insisted - I hope my Sweet Mage stays safe.

So much has happened recently:

Rilo murdered but at least I got the ring - they got Deeds for the murder - dammit I needed that lady and I needed that councillor - Talia will be shattered.

Ward and Geigne have been supportive - I am still waiting for them to assign me work - have made a couple of suggestions for the Gladiator games.

My arguments to the three have fallen on deaf ears it is time to take more assertive measures to ensure the Sister's safety - I hope this doesn't destroy us.

Rissi has been so generous in helping us rasie the funds I hope he continues to do so - he has been sweet.

Gruff was killed in the rampage by Skraggitt - was glad to be there when he was rasied - I would haev used the money from Rissi to do it - I don't know why Gruff is so upset with Kata and I - has he been listening to the rumors spread by Phyrra?

Durris is a fool if he thought we three ladies were goign to stand up to Skraggitt in the Sewers - it was funny to let him get out and back in again to the Sewers - better that than having my friends killed against a warrior that we stood no chance against.

The Magenta's have ceased to be a force - matham is gone and most of the members are dead - I suspect they will be disbanded.

Akevitt fell to the spiders - good riddance - the dwarf was a bastard, I am just upset I didn't get to spit on the corpse - shame about the other Dwarf though over all they are good folk.

Samus I can't trust I feel she is playing me off against somenoe else - the information she wanted to use to buyher way intot the Sisterhood is now useless as Breen is dead.

I enjoyed duelling in the arena a couple of days ago - the first blood rules make a lot of sense and I won all three of my bouts - I am waiting for my invitation to the duelling club that is being set up.

Hopefully I will live to write another entry - thngs are getting dangerous again - at least the danger is attracted towards me and not Kata this time.

Entry 27 - Final Entry

Well that went better than expected - Pywen listened to everything I said and the damn ice-Queen herself was actually consolotary at the end telling me everythign is going to be all right!

It is good to knwo the Society are not after mine and Kata's heads and the balckmailing scam is going will we have netted nealry 7000 in donations from various people. Question is what are we going to do with it - need to find a good eneterprise to invest it in.

Well with the Watch, Spellguard and Society all convinced af the Blackmail story - and no Phyrra anymore to spread counter rumors things are looking up.

Removing Phyrra's body from the rock turnout to be easier than expected - still haste and invisibility does give you the edge - she was easy to put down and the look an Kata's face of pure revenge and satisfaction was great to behold - perhaps she will be a little more manageable now.

Executing emilia is proving troublesome - no way to get to her in the jail and it doesn;t look like they are going to stone her - well we shall watch for an opportunity - I know she want's Phyrra's wand - that will be the bait!

If things go according to plan Arthalan will be dead soon and he won't suspect the quarter it is coming from - hopefully the Society will take care of Santague and Gender if not we will hand them to the Spellguard - this will remove all blocks to my taking the ascendancy of the False Flame and then it will be run on my terms and not by these petty backstabbing morons.

If I can hold the remananets of the cult to Ransom that bloody Devil will have to give Kata what she wants or the cult will die with us - I have never played for stakes this high -lets see what happens.

Well well well Puritan netted a councillor I never dreamed that my revenge on Erandla would become such a useful tool for bringing people out of the woodwork with secrets. Time for us to get rid of the black costumes as the Tigers are seeking us and time to get some new ones - green this time I think. Yes I will put Puritan to good use - but I hate wearing those stuffy helms.

The Commonwealth will be my vehicle to Council - it will be time to register soon and with Ward's death there will be plenty of available seats and I am sure Geigne will help me in my campaign as he will want a second Councillor in the Commonwealth.

Right Kata is calling something about a stairwell in Dunwarren that needs defending from Undead - this should be fun 3 ladies vs the hordes.

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