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Looking towards the <span class="mu-s">Gravenwood</span>, the party decides it is the next place to go; the only forest they haven't been to yet on the island, it is sure to contain either a valuable treasure, or perhaps more clues on the way forward. It is likely the Hall of the King of the Woad could be there as well; given its legendary status.
<span class="mu-g">"Hold on, my fellow- we should tend to our wounded first."</span> Squire says, taking a sidelong glance at Pineneedle, who was especially slow to get up this morning. She seems the most weary of continuing.
Alfred von Bassel, on the other hand, seems very driven to push forward. He gets in a shouting match with Squire- the party doesn't have enough food and supplies to spend days camping out. And while that is true, it could just be a lust for power or gold that drives him forward. Eventually, he is forced to relent from Squire, being the more experienced and empathetic party member.
"Nobody has come back from this island without some kind of death curse on them- and the Gravenwood is the most cursed place on the whole place. Let's prepare before going inside."
While the party has only a few magicians within it- it is common knowledge that certain magical signs or words can bring protection. The ward against the evil eye, fire-smoke, salt, and circles are all invaluable resources against dark magic- anyone can attempt to increase the party's <span class="mu-s">Ward</span>.
<span class="mu-s">Rules</span>
Roll your class die twice and get a pair to give your party one Ward. This is <span class="mu-i">not</span> a Skill roll. Each ward protects you against the cursed Gravenwood. Each time the ward protects you, it will be reduced by one success. You can also take this opportunity to heal, or attempt to purify/remove curse one party member, without the risk of a random encounter.
<span class="mu-s">Injured Party Members</span>
Squire - Gravely
Twink - Lightly
Pineneedle - Gravely
<span class="mu-s">Cursed Party Members</span>
Twink
Pineneedle
<span class="mu-s">Actions</span>
>Heal
>Break Curse (Pineneedle only)
>Use Baleful Basket (Tordynnar only)
>Ward Evil
