Session Overview
In this inaugural session, the party accepts a quest from Forgoth, an aging town elder, to retrieve his favorite childhood treat - a special triple apple birthday pie from “Grandma’s” shop several days’ travel away. The group sets out with a wagon and horse, choosing the forest path over the main road. Their journey is interrupted by an encounter with giant spiders in the woods.
Fionn’s Journal Entry
[Written in a flowing script with small sketches of autumn leaves in the margins]
The autumn winds whisper change through these new lands, carrying stories of memories and pie, of all things. Our party has taken on what seems a simple quest - retrieving a cherished treat for an elder near his final days. Though some might dismiss such an errand, I see in it the cycle of life itself - how a simple pleasure from youth can echo through decades like rings in a tree’s heartwood.
The forest path we’ve chosen speaks to me more than the well-worn road. Three days of travel have brought us through terrain both familiar and strange. The trees here wear their fall colors like ceremonial robes, though some stand bare already. I’ve observed several varieties of local flora I must study further, and the wildlife - squirrels, birds, even bees - seem to welcome our presence.
My companions continue to fascinate me. Lumina, bright as dawn and twice as forceful, approaches each challenge with the directness of a mountain stream. Tiffany maintains her fastidious nature even in the wilderness - her magical cleansing reminds me of how dewdrops wash leaves clean each morning.
Today’s encounter with giant spiders proves interesting - such creatures are not inherently malevolent, merely hungry. Through Animal Friendship, I’ve made contact with several of them. Their simple thoughts pulse with basic needs: hunger, survival, protection of their young. Perhaps we can find a peaceful resolution, though my companions seem eager for more direct solutions.
[Sketch of spider silk glistening with dew]
Attendees & Status
Present:
- Jinks playing Fionn (he/him) - Level 6 Firbolg Druid
- Sidney playing Lumina (she/her) - Level 6 Dragonborn Paladin
- Erik playing Tiffany (she/her) - Level 6 Warlock
- Justin as Dungeon Master
Setting & Atmosphere
- Starting in a small town called Riverside
- Journey through autumn forests
- Weather is fall-like, clear but cool
- Forest path becomes less traveled and more enclosed by woods
- Mix of bare trees and those still holding golden leaves
Key Events
- Meeting with Elder Forgoth who requests retrieval of special apple pie
- Offered his estate as payment after his passing
- Party chooses forest path over main road
- Two days of uneventful travel
- Encounter with four giant spiders in the woods
Character Moments
- Fionn demonstrates his peaceful nature by attempting to communicate with the spiders
- Lumina shows enthusiasm for potential combat
- Tiffany maintains cleanliness through magical means
- Group dynamics show caring friendship despite differences
Important NPC Interactions
- Elder Forgoth - Aging town council member who hires the party
- Young page who delivers initial message
- Teen handler who provides wagon and directions
Loot Acquired
N/A
Relationship Web
- Party shows strong bonds and understanding of each other’s quirks
- Lumina and Tifany appear to have close friendship
- Fionn is treated with amused affection by companions who respect his peaceful nature
Emotional Highlights
- Lumina’s protective nature toward her companions
- Tiffany’s discomfort with uncleanliness in travel conditions
- Fionn’s earnest attempts to make peace with wildlife
Narrative Consequences
- Taking forest path led to spider encounter
- Three of four spiders charmed by Fionn
- Two party members webbed in combat
Decisions Made
- Accepted quest for pie retrieval
- Chose forest path over main road
- Decided to engage with spiders rather than flee
Notable Quotes
Fionn: “We may encounter some that are not so friendly, but I do hope to meet some and we can work things out because we only need to just get to our safe travel.” (Explaining his approach to forest dangers)
Lumina: “Well, if the money’s right… And there could be a lot of people in danger, and we want to make sure that we save them, like we save everyone we can.” (Showing her mix of pragmatism and heroism)
Cliffhanger/Unresolved Questions
- Combat with giant spiders in progress
- Two party members restrained by webbing
- Uncertain if peaceful resolution is possible
Next Time
- Resolution of spider encounter
- Continued journey toward Grandma’s pie shop
- Navigation of remaining forest path