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<br><br>The First Land Herald is a publication dedicated to Zoluren current events. When possible reporters may also report on other events.<br>
<br><br>[[Publication pretty name is::The First Land Herald]][[Publication name is::FLH| ]] is a publication dedicated to the current events of [[Zoluren]]; "Zohlu Ren" is Gamgweth for First Land. When possible, the Herald may also report on other events throughout [[Kermoria]].&thinsp;<ref>'''Disclaimer''': All articles are written by players and submitted to a [[GM]] before being published in game. Articles are written In Character and represent the PC author's interpretation of events.</ref>
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'''Editor in Chief:''' [[Navesi|Navesi Daerthon]]<br>
'''Reporter and Lead Archivist:''' [[Saragos|Saragos Daerthon]]<br>
'''Assistant Reporter:''' [[Klines]] [[Silvermist_family|Silvermist]]<br>
'''Assistant Reporter:''' [[Simera|Simera Asherah]]<br>
'''Assistant Reporter:''' [[Marcul|Marcul McRee-Rhyian]]<br>


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==Latest Issues==
'''Editor in Chief:''' [[Navesi]]<br>
===THE CURSE OF THE ICEBOUND HEART===
'''Reporter:''' [[Shaylynne]]<br>
This afternoon the [[Crossing]] experienced a chilling onslaught from a host of assorted [[Asketi|Asketian]] creatures. These being beset the city from all sides and included wind hags, adders, wretches, banshees, and harbingers.
'''Assistant Reporters:''' [[Ruea]], [[Illiya]]<br>
'''Archivists:''' [[Diapsid]], [[Whiteburn]]<br>
'''Occasional or Guest Reporters:''' [[Miskton]], [[Mazrian]], [[Saragos]], [[Tirost]]<br>
'''Former Reporters:''' [[Leyhan]], [[Shannera]], [[Marcul]], [[Oscearo]], [[Klines]], [[Simera]], [[Tyrrum]], [[Izimi]] <br>


==Publication In Game==
''Crude pencil sketches of the aforementioned invasion force detail their specific physical makeup.''
The Herald now offers newsletters exclusively IN GAME FIRST for at least a day or two, possibly longer depending on when our staff can get the articles posted on the wiki. Thus if you want to be sure to read the news and get it as it happens, head to one of the imp locations in game.
* [[Ragged_Wind_Hag|Hags]]/[[Bony_wind_wretch|Wretches]]: Clad in the holy vestments, ancient in appearance, frail and emaciated. Crystal beads clatter with every moment from a silver chain at the belt.
* [[Giant_Adder|Adders]]: Snakes nearly fifteen feet in length and the width of a fully grown human.
* [[Asketian_harbinger|Harbingers]]: Stealth combatants armed with bone-tipped arrows, incredibly agile, covered in black tattoos. Gleaming amber eyes. Will attack from range.
* [[Lesser_North_Wind_Banshee|Banshees]]: Spectres of the North Wind, disheveled ice-white hair, fading form. Require a Blessed weapon or Holy magic to harm. Two deadly attacks: a piercing wail that drains the spirit and a touch to the heart that delivers the Icebound Heart curse.


*For updates when an article is published in game, follow [https://twitter.com/DragonRealms @Dragonrealms] on Twitter.
Note that these creatures ranged in difficulty but those other than the adders were considered quite difficult. [[Navesi|Herald Navesi]] reported that they were often more difficult than [[Armored_warklin|warklins]], likely in the range of [[Storm_bull|storm bulls]] or higher.
*For updates when an article is archived here on elanthipedia, or other news about the Herald, follow [https://twitter.com/firstlandherald @FirstLandHerald].


==Locations==
The Herald is proud to be partnered with the imps of Elanthia! Copies of the latest edition can be obtained from news stands manned by imps. Visit and {{com|GET}} {{tt|NEWS}} for 50 coppers. Currently located at most docks, and a few other places.


In [[Genie]], the following <code>#goto</code> commands work if you're on a map with a news stand:
Brave adventures set to the task of city-wide defense, many falling to a strange form of icy curse. The Herald witnessed this curse appearing as the result of an attack by the North Wind banshee. She reaches one spectral hand into the chest of her victim and squeezes the heart. Those stricken with the curse exhibit signs of fear, fatigue, pain, and cold. Their eyes frequently dart about, they may have a weary expression, frosty blue mist may expel from their nostrils, and their eyes or chest may glow blue. Citizens [[Skaen]] and [[Xionara]] reported that the attack was physical in nature, causing harm to the heart until death, upon which time an icy statue would appear next to the body. Witness [[Sophrona]] also told tales of [[Empath|Empaths]] contracting the curse from healing patients, and [[Mistanna]] reported contracting it from touching one of the statues, though she also stated that she was able to move bodies without harm, regardless of the statue creation. Cleric [[Azante]] reported that [[Resurrection]] of those who died of the curse did not present any issue, and afterward they were no longer cursed.
*<code>#goto newspaper</code>
*<code>#goto news stand</code>
*<code>#goto First Land Herald</code>
*<code>#goto Herald</code>


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As far as the Herald can tell, there is no way to prevent the curse. [[Protection_from_Evil|Protection from Evil]] did not protect Herald Navesi from contracting the curse, and no witnesses came forward claiming to have resisted it once touched. The only known method to cure it at this time is the [[Uncurse]] spell.
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!'''Room Title'''||'''Description'''||'''Genie Zone'''||'''Genie Room'''||'''Lich Room'''
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|The Crossing, Hodierna Way||east of bank||1||160||731
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|The Crossing Docks, South End||Skirr'lo'lasu dock||1||169||937
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|The Crossing, Alfren's Ferry||ferry dock||1||236||957
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|Riverhaven, Town Square||town square||30||8||389
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|Riverhaven, East Pier||Lybadel and Kree'la dock||30||104||471
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|Langenfirth, Wharf||barge dock||40||36||3434
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|Therenborough, Horseman's Run||one north of gate||42||3||3162
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|Shard, Moonstone Street||just outside bank||67||81||2512
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|Ratha, Port Walk||outside Neh dock||90||4||
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|Uaro Dock, Port of Ratha||Night Sky dock||90||234||
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|Uasin Dock, Port of Ratha||Tasia'zaul dock||90||262||
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|Mer'Kresh, The Galley Dock||galley dock||107||113||
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|Fang Cove, Walkway||just outside bank||150||10||
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|Outer Hibarnhvidar, Market Road||outside The Singing Raven||116||13||
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|Aesry Surlaenis'a, Staho Pivo'hrr'schu'Mus||by the Crystal Wave||99||93||
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* Note: There are other NPCs present in the game who sell newssheets, but only imps will sell the newsletter that has the Herald. Other newssheets are very much out of date.
Furthermore, this curse should not be mistaken for the second deadly attack of the Banshee: her wail. This wail tears at the spirit and may cause significant damage. Take special care here, as those dying a spirit death have great difficulty with the resurrection process and are forced to depart. Soul Shield can provide some reprieve from this dangerous scream, as can retreat to the safety of triage, where gentle music may soothe the soul.


==Articles==
To say the response to the invasion was chaotic would be a touch of understatement. While the attack did finally subside, a few notable lessons could be gleaned from the experience. Most notably, it remains important for healers and warriors alike to keep an active awareness of their health. More than once, Empaths sadly fell victim to the curse after having transferred it from a patient. At this time, it is advised that adventures take stock of their favor counts and seek guidance of the divine when finding that count lacking. [[Bard|Bards]] are requested in triage for their spirit-healing [[Hodierna's_Lilt|Hodierna's Lilt]] and their gentle minuets. Clerics may find it wise to offer Blessing, [[Soul Shield]], and Uncurse services near to main triage. During this invasion, triage was located in the Empath Guild courtyard, and the Herald recommends a Clerical station be situated in the infirmary nearby. Keep watch, dear readers. I leave you with the words of a dying wretch, "Fear...the Night of Glory."
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===421-4-14 - CHRYSALIS SPAWN SIGHTED IN SHARD AND HIBARNHVIDAR===
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For the first time since the defeat eleven years hence of the [[Xitoccanemun |First of the Akul'tiz, Xitoccanemun]], [[Umbral_moth|Umbral moths]] have darkened the skies rather than remaining hidden from the light within the bowels of the earth.
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These creatures originally darkened our lands following the opening of the [[Chrysalis]], and were known to serve the goddess [[Dergati]] in her plot to blot out the light of the sun, wake the [[World_Dragon|World Dragon]], and indeed even kill the goddess [[Peri'el]]. It was only through the combined efforts of people everywhere using music to bring sunlight to Peri’el that she was healed. A final brave confrontation in the [[Wicked Burrow Mine]] saw the First defeated and these plans fully thwarted.
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The first of these recent attacks was in the fair city of [[Shard]], where both the umbral moths and the humanoid [[Akul'tiz]] were spotted. In a separate incident, the moths alone were sighted in [[Hibarnhvidar]]. In both cases, the forces were defeated and dispersed by the cities’ defenders.

In this second encounter, several Moon Mages reported seeing visions. According to one source:
My vision blurred for a moment and the light of Xibar was diminished by countless fluttering wings. A gust of wind dispersed them and left my skin feeling frostbitten. A voice as bitter as the cold whispered, "Soon, Khal Gwaerd."

What can these incursions mean? Might Dergati be stirring again once more to wreak havoc upon the lands? Keep your eyes open and pray that we are spared Her wrath.


* ''Please see the Herald’s archives for previous coverage of these events.


[[Saragos|Saragos Daerthon]],<br>
Reporter, [[The First Land Herald]]<br><br>

===421-4-2 - THE FAE ATTACK, HERON AND WREN SPOTTED===

Today the northeast section of the Crossing was overrun by creatures of the Fae. Boggles, spriggans, banshees, and faenrae reavers and assassins were all present and wrought havoc upon the Ranger's guild, the Warrior Mage's guild, and many of the streets in between the two. Citizens [[Pfanston]] and [[Dulan]] claimed at the start, they heard a wind, followed by a chiming sound, like the laughter of children.

''At the center of the page are detailed sketches of the creatures mentioned, light penstrokes revealing the monstrous creations in meticulous detail. Beneath each is a caption.''

[[Boggle]] — Body composed of sticks and stones, with a round, bulbous head. Known for malicious mischief. Created by [[Idon]].<br>
[[Spriggan]] — Also called changelings. About the size of an Olvi with black eyes, gnarled limbs, and bark-like skin. Known for highly malicious mischief, affinity for manipulating wind. Created by Idon.<br>
[[Banshee]] — A spectral female, torn and tattered, bearing sharp claws. She will moan and cry, calling out in chaos and despair as she attempts to eat her victims' very life and spirit. Requires a Blessed weapon or Holy magic to harm.<br>
[[Faenrae_reaver|Faenrae reaver]] — This 5-foot tall creature has glowing green eyes, tangled black hair, and withered grey flesh, with sharp fangs and claws. It floats a few inches above the ground. Created by [[Huldah]].<br>
[[Faenrae_Assassin|Faenrae assassin]] — As the reaver, but moving with more swiftness and calculation. Stealthy. Created by Huldah.

Warrior Mage and Inspector [[Munchausen]] claims that, during the chaos, he spotted a Heron and Wren, "tumbling... conflicting, but not necessarily fighting... at odds somehow."

Pfanston also claimed that, at the conclusion of the invasion, he felt "the air become calmer, though not as calm as it should be, and yet he still felt the stare of thousands of tiny eyes on him." [[Saragos]] added, "The wind whistled one last time, a sharp, keening sound. As if sadness from its very soul had escaped."*

The Herald asked local [[Drogor|Drogorian]] Priestess [[Whiteburn]] for her interpretation of the events, in particular the creatures summoned and the Holy Birds sighted. She theorized, "Lord Idon - perhaps in some sort of collaborative effort with Lord Huldah - sought to weave chaos amongst mortals. Perhaps for Their own amusement, perhaps for some other reason. They are the more... capricious of the Dark Gods when it comes to wanton destruction and death." Further, she said, "When death comes to mortals, it is wise not to discount Huldah's influence. He detests the creatures of [[Truffenyi]] and revels in chaos."

With regard to the birds: "...if they were fighting or quarrelling, then it is likely to be a sign that [[Faenella]] perhaps acted in some way to soften the blow against the children of Elanthia."

[[Vahrek]] added a second theory. He said, "Faenella and Idon [may have been] squabbling over whether or not to get involved in Huldah's song'n dance." In response, Priestess Whiteburn agreed it might be a good theory.

The Herald further asked the Priestess what the populace might do if indeed another Immortal (or two) are displeased. "Turn your eyes to the Heavens and keep your senses alert for other signs or portents. Pray to the Dark Ones that we may be spared Their anger." She also agreed that those inclined might pray to Faenella Herself for guidance and protection.

Take to your prayers once again, Zoluren.


* ''The First Land Herald does not attempt interpret the more poetic quotations of its witnesses.''


[[Navesi|Navesi Daerthon]]<br>
Editor in Chief, [[The First Land Herald]]
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==Recent Issues==
[[First_Land_Herald_Archives#419-02-09_.E2.80.94_Ipirhka_Lakwi_to_Observe_Guildleader_Silvyrfrost|419-02-09 - Ipirhka Lakwi to Observe Guildleader Silvyrfrost]]

==Notable Issues==
[[First_Land_Herald_Archives#410-06-09_.E2.80.94_Dergatian_Chrysalis_Awakens_.E2.80.94_The_.27First.27_Attacks_Crossing_and_Ru.27atin_Sister|410-06-09 — Dergatian Chrysalis Awakens — The 'First' Attacks Crossing and Ru'atin Sister]]<br>
[[First_Land_Herald_Archives#410-06-29_.E2.80.94_The_First_Claims_Peri.27el_Slain|410-06-29 — The First Claims Peri'el Slain]]<br>
[[First_Land_Herald_Archives#410-06-37_.E2.80.94_Both_Fists_Erupt_.E2.80.94_Sister_Tasrhhsu_Says_Peri.27el_Not_Dead|410-06-37 — Both Fists Erupt — Sister Tasrhhsu Says Peri'el Not Dead]]<br>
[[First_Land_Herald_Archives#410-07-09_.E2.80.94_Sister_Tasrhhsu_Sacrificed.2C_Recovering_.E2.80.94_Fists_Continue_to_Erupt_.E2.80.94_Vigil_for_Peri.27el_Brings_Visions|410-07-09 — Sister Tasrhhsu Sacrificed, Recovering — Fists Continue to Erupt — Vigil for Peri'el Brings Visions]]<br>
[[First_Land_Herald_Archives#410-07-17_.E2.80.94_A_Light_of_Hope_is_Found_.E2.80.94_Music_to_Bring_Sunlight_to_Peri.27el|410-07-17 — A Light of Hope is Found — Music to Bring Sunlight to Peri'el]]<br>
[[First_Land_Herald_Archives#410-07-28_.E2.80.94_The_First_Defeated.2C_Sky_Clears_.E2.80.94_Spider_Festival_Arrives|410-07-28 — The First Defeated, Sky Clears — Spider Festival Arrives]]<br>

[[First_Land_Herald_Archives#416-02-32_.E2.80.94_A_Brief_Guide_to_Current_Events_in_Zoluren|416-02-32 - A Brief Guide to Current Events in Zoluren]]

==Archives==

'''[[First_Land_Herald_Archives|First Land Herald Archives]]'''

Latest revision as of 18:29, 2 June 2024

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The First Land Herald is a publication dedicated to the current events of Zoluren; "Zohlu Ren" is Gamgweth for First Land. When possible, the Herald may also report on other events throughout Kermoria. [1]

Editor in Chief: Navesi
Reporter: Shaylynne
Assistant Reporters: Ruea, Illiya
Archivists: Diapsid, Whiteburn
Occasional or Guest Reporters: Miskton, Mazrian, Saragos, Tirost
Former Reporters: Leyhan, Shannera, Marcul, Oscearo, Klines, Simera, Tyrrum, Izimi

Publication In Game

The Herald now offers newsletters exclusively IN GAME FIRST for at least a day or two, possibly longer depending on when our staff can get the articles posted on the wiki. Thus if you want to be sure to read the news and get it as it happens, head to one of the imp locations in game.

  • For updates when an article is published in game, follow @Dragonrealms on Twitter.
  • For updates when an article is archived here on elanthipedia, or other news about the Herald, follow @FirstLandHerald.

Locations

The Herald is proud to be partnered with the imps of Elanthia! Copies of the latest edition can be obtained from news stands manned by imps. Visit and GET NEWS for 50 coppers. Currently located at most docks, and a few other places.

In Genie, the following #goto commands work if you're on a map with a news stand:

  • #goto newspaper
  • #goto news stand
  • #goto First Land Herald
  • #goto Herald
Room Title Description Genie Zone Genie Room Lich Room
The Crossing, Hodierna Way east of bank 1 160 731
The Crossing Docks, South End Skirr'lo'lasu dock 1 169 937
The Crossing, Alfren's Ferry ferry dock 1 236 957
Riverhaven, Town Square town square 30 8 389
Riverhaven, East Pier Lybadel and Kree'la dock 30 104 471
Langenfirth, Wharf barge dock 40 36 3434
Therenborough, Horseman's Run one north of gate 42 3 3162
Shard, Moonstone Street just outside bank 67 81 2512
Ratha, Port Walk outside Neh dock 90 4
Uaro Dock, Port of Ratha Night Sky dock 90 234
Uasin Dock, Port of Ratha Tasia'zaul dock 90 262
Mer'Kresh, The Galley Dock galley dock 107 113
Fang Cove, Walkway just outside bank 150 10
Outer Hibarnhvidar, Market Road outside The Singing Raven 116 13
Aesry Surlaenis'a, Staho Pivo'hrr'schu'Mus by the Crystal Wave 99 93
  • Note: There are other NPCs present in the game who sell newssheets, but only imps will sell the newsletter that has the Herald. Other newssheets are very much out of date.

Articles

Article PageHeadlineDateAuthor(s)Article number
The First Land Herald/450-05-10A Recap: Mana Thieves, Holy Visions, Forsaken Irises Irises And A Mixed Mana Party!450-05-10Shaylynne114
The First Land Herald/450-05-02Bardic Visions Uncover Grazhir's Past450-05-02Illiya113
The First Land Herald/450-04-37Beseeching For Clarity And Another Vision Of Elanthia450-04-37Illiya112
The First Land Herald/450-04-34The Blighted Experiment And A Glimpse Into The Abyss450-04-34Illiya111
The First Land Herald/450-04-30The Siege of Knife Clan450-04-30Shaylynne110
The First Land Herald/450-04-25Tempers Flare During Pure Mana Experiment450-04-25Illiya109
The First Land Herald/450-04-18A Gathering Of Grief And Hope: Enelne's Message450-04-18Illiya108
The First Land Herald/450-04-10Wild Magic Theory for 'Togs450-04-10Shaylynne107
The First Land Herald/450-04-06Meeting Of The Messengers & A Message From The Heralds450-04-06Shaylynne106
The First Land Herald/450-04-02The Faithful Gather - Tamsine and Meraud Respond450-04-02Shaylynne105
The First Land Herald/450-03-37The Gardener's Tale450-03-37Illiya104
The First Land Herald/450-03-22Unveiling The Mystery Of The Plague Wraiths450-03-22Illiya103
The First Land Herald/450-03-16The Herald's Wrath And The Fall Of The Clans450-03-16Illiya102
The First Land Herald/450-02-28The Second Beseech: A Glimpse Of Primal Elanthia450-02-28Illiya101
The First Land Herald/450-02-18Miraena and the Blue Iris Ball450-02-18Shaylynne100
The First Land Herald/450-02-07Beseeching Elanthia To Find The Missing Adventurers450-02-07Illiya99
The First Land Herald/450-02-04Talking With Elementals: Revelations From Human Warrior Mage Valenal450-02-04Illiya98
The First Land Herald/450-01-38Unaka Attends Overhealers Anonymous and Holy Magic Discussions450-01-38Shaylynne97
The First Land Herald/450-01-32Liraxes' Device Identifies Prime Sorcery Location450-01-32Illiya96
The First Land Herald/450-01-26Asildu Attends Approach At Diplomacy With The Heralds450-01-26Shaylynne95
The First Land Herald/450-01-20A Wild Seaside Mammoth Ride Graced By Unaka's Presence450-01-20Shaylynne94
The First Land Herald/450-01-17Wild Magic Recap: Mystery Visitors, Cataclysmic Rumors, Messages From Beyond450-01-17Illiya93
The First Land Herald/449-10-33Disaster Strikes, Navesi And Others Abducted449-10-33Illiya92
The First Land Herald/449-10-29Seeking Khoheke: Costume or Commodore?449-10-29Shaylynne91
The First Land Herald/449-10-24Wild Magic Predictions Reveal Dark Future449-10-24Illiya90
The First Land Herald/449-10-23Planar Observatory Expedition Reveals 'Liraxes' Clue449-10-23Illiya89
The First Land Herald/449-09-15Wild Magic Shifts As Immortals Take Notice449-09-15Shaylynne
Illiya		88
The First Land Herald/449-07-18Grey Dragons Seek Kather Wisdom On Magic Unrest449-07-18Illiya87
The First Land Herald/449-05-30Magic Stops, Causes Widespread Disruption449-05-30Illiya86
The First Land Herald/449-02-30O-Pi-Sekh Chants Erupt as Chepiso Escapes Hounds of Rutilor449-02-30Illiya85
... further results

References

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