INTRODUCTION

The Heroes arrived in Kugane just as the sun sets. It is decided to stay in Kugane overnight and start the search in the morning. In speaking with Rian, they find out they will be traveling into the Golmore Jungle, the last place he was seen.

The Golmore Jungle is a dangerous place for outsiders. Fearsome creatures roam the lands and could attack anyone who wanders aimlessly through the woods.

Can the Heroes find Elaut before any of the dangerous creatures in the woods find him?

HINTS AND CLUES

• This is part two of the four part series. This event will run until the Heroes locate Elaut. The Heroes will have a choice at this time. The next event is Event 2.5: Trial of Skill.
• This event will take place in the Sylphlands, in the East Shroud. The starting location will be Hawthrone Hut. This location will serve as Rian and her master's house.
• All enemy NPCs will be random dangers the Heroes will encounter. However, there could be additional random encounters depending on what the Heroes do.

EVENT SUMMARY

The heroes left Kugane and made their way to the Golmore Jungle. Stopping near Rian's master's house, they decide to stop inside to visit the master.

Inside, they find an old wise male Viera sitting at a table by the name of Master Kjin. His eyes are white, showing that he is blind. Friendly and welcoming, Master Kjin tells the heroes a little about the woods, and warns them of the dangers. He offered to chat with them again, once their mission was over.

Heading east into the woods, Rian leads the group. They cross an old bridge that has been worn out over time.

After braving the danger, the heroes come across a Malboro in a clearing. Since it didn't notice the group, they decided to make their way around and remain hidden from the creature.

In another clearing, two Hellhounds were in the way. While some wanted to avoid these animals, they charged towards Ezrah when he moved forward. The rest of the heroes moved in response to help aid Ezrah. They fought with the two large Hellhounds. Realizing that their target was too much work than it was worth, the Hellhounds left to find easier prey. Somewhat surprised, the heroes continued on, wary of another attack with more Hellhounds.

As they continued on, they entered a large clearing. Suddenly, the ground shook, and a large beast rose from the ground. It was covered in grass and other vegetation on its back. Dirt covered its lower body. The large creature yawned and spun around before plopping back down, returning to its slumber. Rian claimed it was an ancient dragon that lived in the woods.

Eager to not disturb the large creature, they walk around the edge of the clearing.

Finally, the heroes locate Elaut, sitting near a cave entrance. He had been beaten badly and in need of aid. Kure worked to stabilize him.

The group asked Elaut what happened and what is going on. Elaut claimed he had found the crystal that his father is trapped in, within the cave he sat next to. He told of a large female Roegadyn who got the jump on him. She carried a large ax, but was able to beat Elaut without the use of it. Calling herself the Juggernaut, she laughed at Elaut when he wanted to know who she was and what she was doing here.

Leaving him to die, she entered the cave, to do something. Elaut worries about what she might do to the crystal inside.

Agreeing to help him free his father, the heroes prepare to enter the cave and face this woman.