Session 4: New Beginnings
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Chapter 4 Date Played 2025-11-24 PC [[Elric_Lightborn
Narrative Summary
Elric arrives in the bustling city of Waterdeep, specifically the Market Ward. While exploring, he intervenes to stop a group of students led by Patrick Allen Pricefield from bullying a young half-elf witch named Chris Evergreen. This confrontation leads to Patrick challenging Elric to a duel to the death the following morning. Elric befriends Patrick’s reluctant bodyguard, Douglas “Dougie” Rightguard, who warns him of Patrick’s dangerous abilities. Together, they visit the Church of Maestra and the Church of Helm, where Elric impresses the high-ranking clergy with his deep religious knowledge.
At sunset, Elric visits the city garden to meet Titania, the Summer Queen, summoned by a fairy emissary named Bean. Titania reveals Elric’s hidden lineage: his mother was a Queen who left him the powerful Mithril Bracelet. This Mythic artifact transforms into a gauntlet and drastically enhances his strength. She also reveals he has a twin brother who holds the Shadow Steel gauntlet. Elric is overcome with emotion, grieving his unknown family.
The next morning, Elric faces Patrick in the duel. Patrick cheats by summoning a Terracotta Warrior and using a corrupt demon stone to boost his power. Elric destroys the golem and defeats Patrick with a devastating combo, shattering the demon stone and cleansing Patrick of its abyssal influence. After reviving Patrick, Elric learns that Chris Evergreen is being burned at the stake in Overcliff. He immediately takes flight to save her.
Key Events
- Elric arrives in Waterdeep and saves Chris Evergreen from bullies
- Elric accepts a “duel to the death” challenge from Patrick Allen Pricefield
- Elric impresses the Reverend Mother of Maestra and the Shield Hand of Helm
- Elric meets Titania, learns of his royal lineage and twin brother
- Elric receives the Mythic Mithril Bracelet (+8 Strength)
- Elric defeats Patrick and his Terracotta Warrior, destroying a corrupt demon stone
- Elric revives Patrick, freeing him from abyssal influence
- Elric flies to Overcliff to stop Chris’s execution
NPCs Encountered
New NPCs
| NPC | Role | Significance |
|---|---|---|
| Douglas “Dougie” Rightguard | Bodyguard, new ally | Supporting |
| Patrick Allen Pricefield | Antagonist (redeemed) | Major |
| Chris Evergreen | Half-elf witch victim | Major |
| Bean | Fairy companion | Supporting |
| Lucas “Face” Peck | Bard, Uncle figure to Dougie | Minor |
| Reverend Mother | High Priestess of Maestra | Minor |
| Shield Hand | High Priest of Helm | Minor |
Returning NPCs
Locations Visited
| Location | Type | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Waterdeep | City | Main setting, Market Ward |
| Church of Maestra | Temple | Elric impressed Reverend Mother |
| Church of Helm | Temple | Stone golems, earned respect |
| Rightguard Estate | Estate | Guest house before duel |
| City Garden | Garden | Meeting with Titania |
| Overcliff | Town | Where Chris is being executed |
Items Obtained
| Item | Properties | From |
|---|---|---|
| Mithril Bracelet | Mythic Rank 1, +8 Strength, transforms | Titania (mother’s gift) |
Quests
| Quest | Status | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Duel Patrick Pricefield | ✅ Completed | Victory |
| Save Chris Evergreen | Active (URGENT) | Being burned alive in Overcliff |
| Family Mystery | Active | Find twin brother with Shadow Steel gauntlet |
Notable Quotes
“I challenge you to a duel. You will meet me tomorrow morning.” — Patrick Allen Pricefield
“You are now 18 years old, boy. Or should I say, young man.” — Titania
“I know you want to help the bitch… I mean, witch.” — Titania
Cliffhanger
Elric is flying at high speed toward Overcliff, where he spots Chris Evergreen tied to a stake with flames rising around her. The session ends just as he is diving to intervene.
DM Notes
- Elric is now Level 7 with 31 Strength (Mythic)
- Has a twin brother with Shadow Steel gauntlet
- Mother was a Queen
- Titania is now his godmother
- Patrick cleansed of demonic influence — potential ally?
- Chris Evergreen urgently needs rescue