November Nuances

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Saltmarsh Sentinel Issue 6

(SALTMARSH SENTINEL) Editor ~ Abelard Larthe                            Earthday Issue #6, 576

Kalmah Wanted

The council has issued a warrant for the arrest of one time hero Kalmah.  While not deemed dangerous, the Council is offering a reward for his capture by any civic minded individuals.  Report any sightings to the local watch.

 

art by Tom Quinert

Amnon Mansion Converted to Plague Hostel

Councillor Primewater has announced that the recently acquired property of Amnon Mansion has been set up as the base of operations by the Priest of Pelor in treating those afflicted with the mysterious plague and its symptoms. 

artwork by Mic of DZY Art n Comics - @artbydzynes

Abbey Isle Skirmish

The Priests of One Eye which had been in residence on Abbey Isle have finally come foul of their one time ally Tamond Agosto and his fleet of pirates.  Reports of at least one shipload of survivors are known.  Smoke has been seen for several days indicating that the abbey has perhaps been put to the torch.  Guildmaster Tabeth of the mariners’ guild has sent an experienced team to investigate the situation.  Saltmarsh should be thankful that two potential threats may have taken each other out, or at least reduced their likelihood of menacing the town for some time.

Odd Behaviour Increasing

While Saltmarsh has its fair share of oddballs there can be none stranger than Glug Boarnog.  He was recently seen leaving the Council chambers shouting for Kalmah then grabbing random rodents and bashing in their heads.  Later he was reported sourcing new tattoos in the pattern of fish nets.  When the tattooist asked why he was told it was to go with his snake fetish? 

 

artwork by Mic of DZY Art n Comics - @artbydzynes

Black Shadow Strikes Again

Dock worker Hunter Dawnfowl was found floating in the harbor another victim of the beast.  Dawnfowl was last seen leaving the Empty Net after a heavy nights drinking with fellow workers.

Adlar Ballard a fellow worker said that Dawnfowl left with him and several others as safety was prudent.  However Dawnfowl needed to relieve himself and never returned.  An immediate search by the group and alerted watch found no signs of Dawnfowl till his body was found in the water.

Disclaimer:

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

The artwork provided in this issue is supplied by Mic of DZY Art n Comics - @artbydzynes.  Mic plays Mikas Blakflag the ranger with his panther companion Dimebagheera.

Wanted poster art by Tom Quinert.

Saltmarsh Sentinel Issue 5

(SALTMARSH SENTINEL) Editor ~ Abelard Larthe                              Earthday Issue #5, 576

Keledek Tower Darkens

An inky and unnatural darkness has issued forth from the residence owned by Keledek the Unspoken. This has unsettled the residents and those unfortunate to live nearby.

Keledek came to Saltmarsh years ago from Ket and struck an imposing figure at seven feet in height, dusky skinned, bald head and a penchant for wearing bright red silk. 

Recently another visitor from Ket of similar imposing stature came to Saltmarsh, claiming to be a relation named Kedelek.  She has not been seen for some time now and dark rumours surround her disappearance.

Does the darkness bode ill for Saltmarsh or is there some other meaning to this calamity?

Plague Spreads

The mysterious plague that was reported by Grak apprentice of Choldis has spread from the Grove of Brookroot.  Several farms on the outskirts of Dreadwood have fallen silent and upon investigation have been found diseased and empty of life.  Those who investigated have fallen ill and whispers of plague are in the wind.

Cacophony Increases

The incessant croak of frogs in town has now become intolerable.  Residences are finding that sleep is almost impossible to achieve.  The city guard as noted the rise in aggravated assault and violence.

Ferrin Kastilar has promised to investigate the disturbance and has asked that residents not kill the amphibians lest they risk his wrath.

Black Shadow Strikes

The stealthy beast reported earlier has finally taken a victim.  Lambert Palmer the cobbler has returning late from the Empty Net to his rooms located in Crabber’s Cove.

While none saw the actual incident his horribly mutilated corpse lends credence to the attack of that of a beast.

Residents are warned to be wary and seek the company in numbers when traveling after sundown.

Black Spot Kills Sailors

Warale Essryn priest of Pelor assures the citizens of Saltmarsh that the recent death of a sailor from the ship captained by da Mare has nothing to fear from plague.

The malady is linked to an infernal curse which had been thought cured.  The fact that the crew appears to be dying is perplexing and leading to questions as to whether there may be other factors at play.

Crocodile is God

The Lizardfolk emissaries have requested that the people of Saltmarsh respect the crocodiles of the Hool Marshes and surrounding areas. People should only resort to killing the great beasts where their lives are in danger.

According to Garurt and Vyth the crocodile are especially sacred to their tribe and are seen as signs of good omen.  Removing them would bring great calamity to Saltmarsh reasoned the Lizardfolk.

Assassination of Merchant Prince

The body of Aubreck Drallion has been pulled from Saltmarsh Harbour having been assassinated by parties unknown.  How is it known that it was assassination you may ask?  The blade of the Scarlet Order left their blackened blade buried deep in the heart of heart of the once prosperous Merchant Prince.

It is rumoured that Drallion was about to recoup his wealth and make his return to the mercantile world.  It would appear that this is not to be.

The city guards are looking for Drallion’s butler Vertheg, a half-orc of tall, lanky and awkward disposition, other notable features is a single tusk jutting from his lower jaw and he has particularly warty skin.  He is also known for wearing fine clothing - much beyond his allotted station.  His disappearance may be linked to the death of his employer.

Disclaimer:

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

Saltmarsh Sentinel Issue 4

(SALTMARSH SENTINEL) Editor ~ Abelard Larthe                          Earthday Issue #4, 576

Ambassadors Arrive

Saltmarsh has been visited by peoples not seen previously except in the form of hostilility. Lizardfolk and Merfolk emissaries have followed in the wake of the band of adventurers who sought the mystery surrounding the smugglers whom were recently quashed.

 

artwork by Mic of DZY Art n Comics - @artbydzynes

Slavers Rumoured

Rumours are circulating the watering holes and gossip dens that slavery is rearing its ugly head in Saltmarsh.  Person or entities of unknown intention are seeking to purchase sentient being for purposes of dubious nature.  Be warned citizens, Keoland does not tolerate this practice and the Council will take action necessary to remedy the situation.

Dragon Alert

Alarm and despair has been spread at the signs of the awakening of the dreaded Quamag the Black.  Long thought to have been left slumbering in the swamps after its last rampage, something has now awakened the foul beast.  None will enter the marshes now until it is driven off, sates its hunger or is slain.

artwork by Mic of DZY Art n Comics - @artbydzynes

Derelict Ship Spotted

One time merchant prince Aubreck Drallion claims that the Emperor of the Waves has been sighted derelict in waters east of Saltmarsh.  He is offering generous terms to those willing to recover his property from his lost ship.

Lighthouse Construction

Delayed

Conflict on Abbey Isle has come to a halt as conflict rages between various parties.  Major Ursa of the Mariners Guild will not send any more workers to the lighthouse construction site until the conflict and turmoil on the Island is settled.

artwork by Mic of DZY Art n Comics - @artbydzynes

Amnon Mansion

The bones of Demedor Amnon have been given a proper burial by the priests of Pelor.  It is surmised that with this action the unnatural occurances seen and   manifesting at his residence will cease to be.

Councillor Gellan Primewater has announced that he has taken possession of the property with the Council’s approval.

Disclaimer:

This is a work of fiction. Names, characters, businesses, places, events, locales, and incidents are either the products of the author’s imagination or used in a fictitious manner. Any resemblance to actual persons, living or dead, or actual events is purely coincidental.

The artwork provided in this issue is supplied by Mic of DZY Art n Comics - @artbydzynes.  Mic plays Mikas Blakflag the ranger with his panther companion Dimebagheera.

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