~ Act I: Step Into The Shadow ~
INTRODUCTION: SEVEN MONTHS BEFORE DAWN
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[ Character creation would be here. ]
The player can choose their own name and gender, so they will be referred to as [Guildmaster] from this point forward.
There is no scene, only the following letters presented against the background of a generic wooden desktop:
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NOTICE OF TRANSFER OF PROPERTY AND AUTHORITY
> From: The Office of King Eshram, Ordained Ruler of the State of Karsis
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> This notice is to inform [Guildmaster] of the transfer of the Mayika Adventurer Guild and all related properties, accords, and authorities into their ownership.
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> Per the written will of Savron, former owner and Guildmaster, and as certified by Karsian Royal House and blessed by the House of the Nine Virtues and its Seat in Mayika, the aforementioned assets have been ceded to your provisional ownership by virtue of blood relation. Your personal representation is required to finalize this investiture.
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> Present the enclosed Letter of Investiture to the clerk at the Mayika Governor's Office to proceed with the authorization of transfer.
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> If the transfer has not been certified by the end of this year, the fifteen hundred sixty-seventh Year of Grace, the aforementioned assets will default to the possession of the Karsian Royal House.
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> Royal Road is the home of this novel. Visit there to read the original and support the author.
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> The Virtues light your path.
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LETTER OF INVESTITURE
An exceptionally fine length of parchment, tightly bound and royally sealed. This letter should be presented to the appropriate officials in the city of Mayika, where your newly-inherited adventurer guild is established.
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LETTER OF INTRODUCTION
Addressed 'To Whom It May Concern', this letter bears the seal of the Karsian Royal House and explains your identity and purpose in brief. It appears that Guildmasters still have some modicum of status in this land.
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LETTER FROM SAVRON
> [Guildmaster],
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> You should've already read the official notice at this point, so you know that I've decided to leave the leadership of the Mayika Adventurer Guild in your hands. I know we met only briefly, but I hope I made as much of an impression on you as you did on me.
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> Know that I make this decision not simply because you are of my few remaining kin, but because I believe in both your ability and your virtue. And also because I know that, like me, you'll all too often find yourself in the field alongside your adventurers—despite Annessa's constant objections.
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> Don't worry too much. Please trust in my judgment and in your own capabilities… But even more so, trust in the guild staff. I can personally vouch for those who remain, and even young Messen shows immense promise. Treat them well, invest in them, and they will keep you on your path.
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> Keep well, and may the Virtues forever light your path and brighten your long life.
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> — Savron
> P.S. Yes, I'm dead. I lasted longer than anyone expected, myself included, and I believe I will soon see my life to a fitting end. Mourn for me a little, eh? Maybe toss a potion or two down in my name from time to time, preferably before killing something good.