[Runequest] "The Company of the Dragon" (Session Eight)

The eighth session of 'The Company of the Dragon' sees the Company of the Dragon arrive in Johnstown, a Lunar-occupied city in Sartar, after receiving a magical moving sidewalk from the dragon. With new allies and a bold plan, they execute a covert operation to weaken the Lunar garrison by releasing a captured disease spirit into the officers' communal stew. Using disguises and deception, the group splits into two: Finn, Solara, and Miro infiltrate the Black Alinx Inn, where they meet Andrin Swenson and the enigmatic Minerith Purple, securing access to the barracks through a performance as entertainers. The plan unfolds during a dance performance, with Laura’s hypnotic 'hate lunar dance' distracting the officers while Finn secretly places the spirit-infused stone near the hearth. The mission succeeds, setting the stage for chaos within the garrison. The session takes a dramatic turn when Finn, drawn by a profound spiritual connection to Erin Mercy—a high priestess of Shalana Roy and healer at the House of Peace—chooses to leave the group to join her order. This emotionally charged departure, fueled by shared tattoos and a sense of destiny, marks a pivotal character divergence, leaving Miru heartbroken and the group reeling. The episode closes with a reflective moment on deep roleplaying immersion, where the line between player and character blurs, creating authentic 'bleeding' moments that elevate the narrative.