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regression) wrote2020-07-29 11:39 am
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▶ WHAT: crime!
▶ WHEN: Early September onwards
▶ WHERE: many places
▶ WARNINGS: This plot deals with organized crime groups, so there will be some... Stuff. General violence, mentioned violence/abuse against animals (dragons), mentioned Prismal trafficking, mentioned murder, possibly murder, alcohol, drug usage/abuse, mentioned/possible drug experimentation, needles for tattooing.
After the whirl in Calanthe has finally settled, Moonblessed returning to Lunatia or visiting Lyestellus find that other troubles have brewed during their absence. From vanished brothers to missing dragons, Caihong and Lyestellus are looking for any aid.
Those recruited by the Caretaker in Lyestellus are brought together for introductions in hopes for a team effort. However, Umbris is contracting Moonblessed in an instance, not interested in building friendlier relations. Umbris contractors may recognize each other as that other person present when the deal was going down.
KINGDOM OF LYESTELLUS
CARETAKERMoonblessed! Welcome back to the Kingdom. May all be well now that the water is clear between the Lunatians and Queen Tempeste.
While I know you need and seek rest, it is my duty to bring awareness to the disquiet in the mountains. Over the span of one full moon, three dragons have disappeared and haven't returned.
If you could spare any time at all, then I and our Kingdom would be grateful. To start, perhaps ask around? In our song and our words, there are stories that may lead us to the truth. You have my gratitude.
CAIHONG, LUNATIA
UMBRIS CONTRACTEEHuh... I don't really care for ya or the rest of the Moonblessed posse, but gotta follow orders if I want to have a cushy life here in Umbris.
Okay. Listen up. We're looking to make a contract, y'see? Umbris is losing members left and right—no, not like they leave the life to pursue their passion or anything. They either up and disappear or show up basically unrecognizable. Not that they're usually a pretty bunch.
Oh, and they come up dead. Very dead.
Figure out what's going on, all that jazz. So scratch our backs and we'll scratch yours. Umbris pays well. We done here?
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Even if it resides in Level 4, Obscuria shines like a diamond. With many other syndicates choosing this as their chill spot, Moonblessed can increase their scope by asking other groups outside of Umbris about the case. Unfortunately, similar to Umbris, they're not too keen of Moonblessed, but won't show them the door as long as they're here to play.
Using the Umbris contract also doesn't gain much favor. Instead, groups would roll their eyes and some would dare whisper about the reigning organization of Caihong. Listening in on them will show plenty of groups think Umbris is losing its edge for getting caught up in whatever this is, daring to turn to Moonblessed...
Moonblessed can earn rapport by playing the games and, of course, winning. The game of choice that would really gain the attention of other groups is mahjong, but there are some polished players at the table. What they're looking for is skill, tenacity, and a fiery spirit. Of course, information is valuable, so Moonblessed need to put something on the line, too. The players do reassure to uphold their part of the deal, going as far as crossing their hearts as an arrangement. What they don't tell... Is that there are little tricks at this table.
These players have a sleight of the hand in another way. From the beginning of the game, they strategically shuffle tiles in a way where they can choose advantageous stacks. Tiles seem to disappear into their stack, though it's usually too late for those with untrained eyes to realize. It'll be difficult to win fair and square.
Make a wager for intel. Make as little trouble as possible or make as much trouble as possible. Whatever it takes to win.