Prophecies and Revelations

A group of heroes band together to stop the rise of Asmodeus during the god silence. AKA, "Devils are bad, mmmkay?" This campaign contains many plot allusions and NPC characters from both The Dark Pacts within Prosperity and A Future Forged of Blood and Steel. This campaign is run by Davy.

Characters

 * Enabran Arranis, an Eladrin Psion who hails from Evermeet and who seems to have a special kind of hate for Oryn Silverrain. Played by Neenan.
 * Dumar Sarshel, a Deva Warlord from Mulhurond whose brashness is a little annoying. Played by Jorge.
 * Berg, a half-orc Barbarian, who lets his axe do the talking. Played by Joe.
 * Larnel Ligros, a razorclaw shifter Shaman/Druid hybrid, who SNARFFFF!! Played by Davy.
 * Turnock di Ioth, a dragonborn paladin of Bahamut. Played by Ignacio.

Prologue:Skyclave
1484, the situation at Skyclave is an increasing tension between between the underground "Hell's Angels" lead by Magadon (Son of Mephistopheles: The Dark Heart) and the established church of Bane.

The first of major recorded events was an attack by Cambions, believed originally to be caused by Magadon. A group of adventurers managed to defeat the Cambions. It was then, that they met "Gilbert Godfri", of the hidden guard that asked for their support.

When this was brought to captain of the guard within Skyclave(Name: TBA), it was stated that the behavior was odd for Magadon and that they already had a suspect within the Church of Bane. A man believed to be a lich named Krio-Vak, was someone often blamed for the recent attacks. Little was known about him other than the fact that he was a worshiper of Bane and undead.

Since the group that apprehended the Cambions were as effective as they were, Gilbert wanted to see if they would go to a meeting being held by the Arch Half Devil, Magadon to learn more about what was going on and see if these attacks were caused by him or the Church of Bane.

The first thing to do was to talk to Krio-Vak to see if he was guilty. Among the Church of Bane were two high ranking officials. One of the two was Krio-Vak, and the other was a pale red eyed man named Azmen. He looked like a standard rogue like individual, but many suspected him of being a vampire because of the color of his eyes and the tone of his skin. Talking with them lead to figuring out that Azmen, the leader of the Church of Bane within the government could not account for the spiritual leader, but vouched for any wrongdoings in the past by Krio-Vak and insisted that he did nothing wrong this time.

One meeting revealed a few things of note. For one, Magadon was not responsible for the attacks, so it was likely that it was the Church of Bane. Also, Magadon had plans of taking over Skyclave and the fact that a very important meeting would happen next time. Magadon referred to a meeting with the all of the Grand Magi under Asmodeus, and a progress report for his plan to take over Skyclave.

After that, it was clear that something was amiss, so the group went down to find Krio-Vak and arrest him for questioning. It was this time that a fight broke out inside the Church of Bane. Azmen actually helped the group take down Krio-Vak. Krio-Vak talked about the fall of Skyclave and the will of Fzoul before he dealt the kill blow to his superior Azmen.

The Defeat of Magadon
It was clear that everyone wanted to get to the other meeting to learn more. Krio-Vak's defeat and the previous meeting made it appear as if much would be discussed there. Magadon's rag tag of thugs and thieves underneath him were very loyal and numerous, but no where near the forces necessary to take down one of the grander cities of the world.

At this meeting, it was clear that there were already two figures there that were different and distinguished in the crowd. Among them were Arh Duke Bune, Lord of Business and Affairs in the Nine Hells, overseeing the meeting and Murdokhavar, the Reaver. When his name was stated Ternok knew almost immediately who both of them were. Murdokhavar is the red and black two headed devil dragon son of Dagos and Tiamat.

When you arrived, it appeared as if Murdokhavar was gaining information from Magadon before the arrival of the Arch Magi. The progress report from Murdokhavar's side talked about setting vantage points and ritual circles across the world for the gathering. He mentioned Spires necessary for his arrival. The wording was very cryptic and quiet, but they were able to catch some of it.

It did not take too long for nine robed individuals all wearing the symbol of Asmodeus entered. It was clear that most of them did not originally from Skyclave. It was around this time that Magadon introduced his special guests. Murdokavar took control over the meeting and specifically asked for a progress report from the Grand Magi.


 * The Grand Magus of the first was charged with finding out more and chasing Bloodwing. Not much was talked about it, but there were a few facts of note. Bloodwing was the one who killed the previous Grand Magus of the first, who was originally the most powerful of them and virtually on the level of the Dark Eight himself. Bloodwing was holding the most terrifying blade, the one that killed Mystra. Bloodwing appeared to be in two places at once. They mapped his last sightings with his two different groups.


 * The Grand Magus of the second reported good news about securing a spire and the continual progress in Ahtkatla with the factory. He mentioned the name Cornelius Ford and talked about the favor being nearly complete.


 * The Grand Magus of the third mentioned how the movements of the traitors and the demons have mostly gathered in the demon wastes known as Impultor. He mostly referred to those who are opposing Asmodeus, and have a conversation with Murodkhavar about the movement of Grazzt's forces and his current agreement with Admodeus.


 * The Grand Magus of the fourth talked mostly about underground missions to gain favors to those that owe it. It was at this time that he asked Murdokhavar. Murdokhavar then said that he has the denizens of Tiamat working for Asmodeus's cause.


 * The Grand Magus of the fifth mostly talked about battle plans and even mentioned Cormyr once the army has been assembled.


 * The Grand Magus of the sixth was the only woman there and talked about the placement of troops along the west and also talked about securing Grazz't's support as well neutralizing the demons. She had a small almost bickering conversation with the Grand Magus of the third at this time.


 * The Grand Magus of the seventh mostly talked about gaining further support from inside the Hells and the fear of the reaction when the God Silence occurs. This was the first time that the God Silence was mentioned. He spent the rest of his time talking about what it would take to lobby forces onto their sides and mentioning several noble devils and what legions they were willing to part with in the upcoming invasion.


 * The Grand Magus of the Ninth spoke up and mostly talked about gathering the information about the first Warforged and trying to take further information about Bloodwing since he had been following one of his groups to gain information in the first Warforged. He talked about making a deal with beings in the Shadowfell to gain access to Jonas Califomme's house and gather information. It was around this time he shared some dialogue with the Grand Magus of the Second and actually handed him some papers full of information.

Now, it was the most important part of the meeting. The Grand Magus of the Eighth stepped up and asked Magadon for a progress report for his father, Mephistopheles, Lord of the Eighth. Magadon stated nothing but good news, but said that it would take him six months. The Grand Magus, named Keilrect Tillenbirg was not pleased with these words. He stated clearly that the city would need to be theirs in a month. Magadon was clearly surprised with this news and couldn't believe the level of miscommunication. It was at this point that Keilrect Tillenbirg talked about a favor to Xzass Tam for the use of his forces. Magadon at this point was livid and almost yelling at the Grand Magus.

Keilrect Tillenbirg was talking about invasion plans in one month to control Skyclave. He mentioned Xzass Tam again, but said that he would not be the one to personally lower the wards on Skyclave. It was that time where the Ninth talked about the presence of Nezram, the World Walker in the city. Only Sarshel knew about Nezram at all. Nezram is an ancient wizard who grew tired of the material plane and walked to the world of the Sarruk to learn more about truly ancient and powerful magics. He is said to hate the kingdom of High Imaskar and would do anything to see it destroyed. The Ninth Grand Magus named Khaldun stated that his support is almost guaranteed at this point.

Magadon was speechless to the words spoken around him. His anger was clear, and it was around this time that it seemed that he was lashing out at them verbally. The Grand Magi were practically roasting him at this point. Murdokhavar ended it and pushed the meeting forward to its final piece of news, the preparation against it's enemies. It was around this time that the Grand Magus of the First named Kaplan and Khaldun both said that it was difficult to determine the location of Bloodwing, but expect defend against a possible attack. One thing that was stated is that one of the Bloodwings was close to Lyrabar, and the other was not spotted in some time.

At that point, Keilrecht Tillenbirg informed Magadon that he had one month to change things. Once that message was given, the Arch Duke, the Reaver, and the Grand Magi were done with the meeting and it could resume normally.

Magadon later did his check and snuffed out your new friend, Gilbert Godfri, the secret service man working with Empress Ususi who helped you into the meeting in the first place. He was dragged on stage where he was about to die when Ternok and Berg insisted on stopping him. Magadon originally made a game of this and let the three of them fight for their lives against his guards, who revealed themselves as Malabranche. Larnel and Sarshel joined into the fight soon after when it was clear those two would not win alone. Magadon joined into the fight joyfully without reservation. It did not take long for his blood to spill and his mood to change. When this happened, the room began to either scatter or fight against them. It was this time that the mole from the Church of Bane showed himself. It was spiritual chief and head cleric Vol Egres that aided the fight against Madagon and the Hells Angels. It was a long fight, but Magadon was brought within an inch from death and created a portal back to Cania to escape Sarshel's finishing blow.

The battle was won, but Magadon was able to escape (barely, he was at like 3 HP), and Golbert Godfri also died in the process.

The Battle of Skyclave
After the battle lead to learning many important things about the state of Skyclave and future plans. The most important obviously was the invasion plans set for 1 month. The meeting gave various leads to check regarding the possible invasion.


 * Qechua, Captain of the Guard was said to been a possible traitor to his lack of a militant response against Magadon in fear of greater threats.
 * Mayor Yanai is was rumored before this to have been in the pocket of an individual with hate for Skyclave, which group presumed was Magadon.
 * Nezram, the World Walker, an ancient wizard who left to study the magics of the ancient creator races was said to have returned and has a great personally vendetta against High Imsaskar.
 * I forget his name for now

As well as that, there were other pieces of information necessary that seemed necessary to stop the invasion


 * The Hells feared Bloodwing, and there appear to be two of them. One travels with the first Warforged and that one was last spotted close to Lyrabar.
 * Asmodeus has employed the the Red Elf, Exarch of Tiamat in charge of retrieving the Sword of the Triad as Tiamat's favor to Asmodeus.
 * Athkatla is very important ground for the Nine Hells for an even grander invasion plan. With this, the name Cornelius Ford and Estace Califomme were thrown out.

Minor Knick Knacks
Klauth, Old Snarl is the Dracolich from a Future Forged in Blood and Steel. His fate is a grim one and he is a player somewhat aware of his own events at that point in the campaign. Like several others who live to gain significance in the future with resent for how things turn out, he is one who wishes to rewrite his fate as a prisoner.

Zenedrake has already displayed that has a copy of Cyrinnishad, the Khaldun's Cloak and Robe, the Anti-Sword of the Triad, the future stone of souls (once Michael's Gem), Fragments of the Cyric Blade, Trident of Satan, Encased Spelldrain (Robert's Crystal Globe). Ruby Ring of the Nessus (He had it before he buried it and Ternok broke it with the Sword of the Triad). Most of it now belongs to Grahm.

Keilrecht Tillenbirg and Xzass Tam worked together on the basis that Mephistopheles actually is one of the ones that betrayed Asmodeus to work for Bane.

Both Mylantha and Adara were in close vicinity of each other around the time the party went to Silverymoon, but on opposite sides.

Szandor LaVey, the guy who I made the Grand Magus of the 7th is the name of the actual head Grand Magus (Real title for Satan worshipers) of the Church of Satan.

Illiam is the Lion with Seven Heads in the Book of Revelations.

The Four Horsemen were, Leviathan, Zeke, Xass Tam, Bloodwing. Zenedrake lied and stated that Leviathan was the equivalent of the Anti-Christ when the truth was that that was Grahm
 * Xass Tam- Horseman of Famine
 * Zeke- Horseman of Death
 * Leviathan/Fzoul- Horseman of War
 * Bloodwing/Rmoncael- Horseman of Conquest (Also, the horse with interpretations of both good and evil)