2 Adventure: Rage for Justice

 

The Call to Action

The party of Protectors, known for their bravery and dedication, was called to their usual meeting place by their contact. The mission was urgent: a gang of gnolls worshipping the god of cruelty had seized control of the poor district of Asvelgoth. The gang, known as the Rage for Justice, was fighting against social injustice, but their methods were brutal and evil. They used guerrilla tactics, making them hard to catch, and recruited the local youth by fueling them with tales of oppression.

Assumed Identities

To infiltrate the Rage for Justice without compromising the mission, the party assumed fake personas:

• Rojan: "Bloodycuts," a notorious assassin who had been secretly arrested.
• Perdita: "Cervelux," a ruthless mercenary gnoll, dying her fur black with a white mane.
• Alacian Loc: "Nefarious D'Ante," an evil drow wizard with a white wig to cover his natural red hair.
• Zeera Ibanez: "Spine," a malevolent cleric.

The First Test: Bank Heist

To prove their loyalty and competence, Vark, a leader within the organization, assigned them to rob a bank in a neighboring district. The mission required them to make a bold statement and show their strength.

• Rojan: Sneaked into the bank to disable alarms and create a clear path.
• Perdita: Led the charge, using her combat skills to intimidate and control the crowd.
• Alacian Loc: Cast spells like Fog Cloud to create confusion and fake threats.
• Zeera Ibanez: Provided support and healing, ensuring minimal harm.

The heist was a success. The party took enough money to look convincing while leaving some for the poor, maintaining their cover and gaining Vark's trust.

The Second Test: Dock Raid

Impressed by their efficiency, Vark assigned them a more challenging task: stealing a cargo of weapons and armor from the ship Mary Magdalene at the docks. These weapons would bolster the gang's efforts.

• Rojan: Scouted ahead to eliminate key guards.
• Perdita: Led the assault with brutal efficiency.
• Alacian Loc: Used magic to create chaos and disrupt defenses.
• Zeera Ibanez: Supported the party, ensuring a clean operation.

The raid was executed flawlessly, further solidifying their position within the organization.

The Reveal: Meeting Grondell

After their successful missions, Vark and Mirkor introduced the party to Grondell the Bone Breaker, the gnoll barbarian/cleric leader of the Rage for Justice. Grondell was imposing, with shiny red eyes and a muscular frame wielding a massive Warhammer.

To Perdita's shock, Grondell was her long-lost brother, Gronde. The pressure of the situation overwhelmed her, and in a moment of vulnerability, she revealed her true identity.

Perdita: "Gronde... it's me, Perdita. Your sister."

Grondell's eyes widened in recognition, his shock quickly turning to anger.

Grondell: "Perdita! You've shamed our family by abandoning our ways. I'll kill you and send your bones to the elders!"

The Battle

Grondell ordered Vark and Mirkor to kill the party. A fierce battle ensued:

• Vark: Attempted to escape but was intercepted by Rojan.
• Mirkor: Engaged Alacian Loc but was ultimately brought down by his spells.
• Grondell: Focused his attacks on Perdita, driven by rage and a desire to reclaim his family's honor.

The party fought valiantly. Rojan, Alacian Loc, and Zeera provided critical support, healing, and offensive magic. Despite Grondell's formidable strength and rage-fueled resilience, Perdita's determination and the party's unity prevailed. Grondell was finally subdued, falling unconscious.

Reflections and Discoveries

With the immediate threat neutralized, the party found detailed plans for the riot and notes revealing a secret donor funding the Rage for Justice with vast amounts of money. This discovery hinted at a larger conspiracy and a well-funded network.

The Weight of Their Journey

Back at their home, the party was rewarded with 1000 gold pieces each by the authorities. They took the time to rest and reflect.

Perdita struggled with the fact that she had momentarily considered her brother's offer. She opened up to Rojan about her doubts and commitment to Mielikki.

Rojan: "Perdita, your moment of doubt doesn't define you. Your actions and the choices you made afterward do. You're strong and brave, and we're here to support you."

Alacian Loc reflected on his transformation from a power-hungry drow to a protector of the city. He shared his feelings of societal prejudice and his desire to use his magic for good.

Perdita: "I understand, Alacian. We're both working to change the perceptions of our people. Let's keep moving forward together."

A Lighter Moment

In an effort to lighten the mood, Perdita joked about the black dye in her fur and Alacian's white wig.

Perdita: "Now I wonder how long it's going to take for this black dye to fade out of my fur. But why haven't you taken off that ridiculous white wig, 'Nefarious'?"

Alacian laughed, dramatically removing the wig.

Alacian Loc: "I completely forgot about this thing! It's become such a part of my disguise. But yes, much better without it."

The party's laughter echoed through their home, a comforting reminder of their strong bond. They knew more challenges awaited them, but they were ready to face them united and determined.

Conclusion

With Perdita's resolve to change the perception of gnolls and Alacian Loc's determination to prove that not all Drow are evil, the party rested, ready to uncover the truth behind the secret donor and bring justice to Asvelgoth. Their journey continued, strengthened by their shared experiences and unwavering support for one another.