[Runequest] "The Company of the Dragon" (Session Eleven)
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In Session Eleven of 'The Company of the Dragon' campaign, the Company of the Dragon raids Pimper's Block, a slave trading outpost under Lunar control, destroying it and freeing six slaves. The raid is executed with stealth and magic, including a blinding sun globe spell and a multi-missile arrow attack, leading to a decisive victory. After the raid, the company discovers that a rival group calling themselves the 'Company of the Dragon' has already been in the town, impersonating them and causing chaos. This leads to a tense confrontation with Kayla, a woman from Ordren’s past who blames him for abandoning her and their children during a slave raid. Despite deep emotional wounds, the company convinces Kayla to join forces, uniting their two groups into a larger force of 251. The session concludes with a sermon from Shabashok, emphasizing harmony over domination, and the company begins its march toward Whitewall to aid in the defense against the Lunar invasion. The episode explores themes of identity, legacy, and redemption, with significant character development and mechanical progression.
The Company of the Dragon successfully raids Pimper's Block, destroying the slave trade hub and freeing captives.
A rival group impersonating the Company of the Dragon is revealed, leading to a dramatic confrontation with Kayla, Ordren’s former partner.
The company unites with Kayla’s group, increasing their size and restoring key character stats like intelligence and dexterity.
The episode emphasizes emotional storytelling, with deep character arcs around betrayal, guilt, and reconciliation.
The company gains new abilities and reputation through worship, training, and narrative-driven progression.
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Opening and Worldbuilding
The episode begins with a Patreon thank you, land acknowledgment, and a brief overview of the campaign. The GM sets the scene in Earth season, on Wild Day, with the company in the arid hills overlooking Prax. The group discusses their current status as freed slaves seeking Ordon's family and the threat posed by a rival group claiming to be them.
Raid on Pimper's Block
“We do whole-ass raids. I got this. Thank you. I appreciate the enthusiasm. It's fire. Whole-ass. I'm pumped.”
Confrontation with the Imposters
“You ruined my life, Ordren. The Lovers ruined her life? Not him! It's a system, it's a system, not the person, it's the system.”
Unity and Reconciliation
“We will join forces with you on one condition. Ordryn is no longer a part of this company.”
Training and Character Progression
The company undergoes post-adventure training. Characters increase their POW, dodge, animal lore, and other skills. Solara’s truth skill increases dramatically, and the group gains new abilities through worship and experience checks.
“It is not mastery over another life, but harmony between two wills.”
“You ruined my life, Ordren. The Lovers ruined her life? Not him! It's a system, it's a system, not the person, it's the system.”
“We do whole-ass raids. I got this. Thank you. I appreciate the enthusiasm. It's fire. Whole-ass. I'm pumped.”
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Orissa
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Miru
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Kayla
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Miro
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