Our shadow from the market reveals herself. We check out a new stall in the Prince's market, spot the Censor of the East (and vice versa), discover lost manses and Olvir gets a lesson in fighting. The Spire's sky manse contains more than we bargained for. ...

A prayer to the coliseum god reveals a new ally and a new enemy. We're followed around the Moon Market. A prayer to Vanileth is made and a reply heard. The Academy's library proves partly useful, Olvir enters the Tournament and Song and Caelan meet with the Prince. ...

A momentary diversion into tactical pursuits
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A day or two of relaxation breaks up the journey but Moonspire is soon reached. The tower is viewed though warding blocks immediate exploration. The Academy and Coliseum are explored, a battle in the latter provides entertainment and a deal for the circus is struck.
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Van-Oris is summoned home and takes a message from Caelan. A forest hunt leads to discovery of the Hengethorn hearthstone's power. Cold Night and Song debate for control of the Manse before we bid farewell to Jeret and head to Green Springs. ...

In the wake of the battle the day is spent in preparation for the ritual which proceeds well. Caelan has concerns for Brightwater. ...

Jeret returns and the town council brought on side as revelations are heard.  Prayers are offered to a distant god, Song attunes to the manse and battle plans are made.  Dawn brings a short and bloody fight, an apprehended priest and an upsurge of Caelan’s rage. ...

The deal is concluded with the spiders and the trio leave Jadespike for Oakhaven. Horses are bought, mospids impersonated and Caelan's circus performance wows the locals while Song finds a secret in her spellbook. The circus reaches Hengethorn where the new priest turns out not to be as innocent as first thought. A daring plan reveals much of interest along with a few familiar names. ...

Song of Falling Rain and Olvir return from their Lunar encounter, Van-Oris suggests an expedition and the party are soon negotiating with Essence spiders. A solution presents itself in the form of a Tyrant Lizard, and the battle is on... ...

The team deals with the agents of the Concordium with a dramatic showdown in the Palace throne room.  ...