Session 43: Hazardous Friendships

After a successful operation against the "wolves" in Mezdhu's dimension we decided to retreat for some much needed rest. As well as repairs for the vehicle (Note: The bill for the repairs has been attached). On our way back we spotted what seemed to be a humanoid figure hiding in an alley. We proceeded to investigate, and found an injured "Hakku". I immediately suggested verifying his identity due to the nature of the situation. Unfortunately, as a result of the gravity of his injuries we decided to break protocol and treat him as soon as possible. He mentioned having been separated from young Oriel and wanting to find her before it was too late. After hearing this we decided to take on his mission while he recovered. Soon after dropping "Hakku" off at the cafeteria to get some proper treatment we headed off to a Gal0dian encampment in the northeast sector in search of Oriel.   We arrived without any major issues, and quickly learned that the encampment was a neutral ground amongst all residents of the dimension. They also seem to worship an ancient moon witch. One of the local Gal0dians mentioned talking to a young girl matching Oriel's description about 2 weeks prior. She identified a hotel as her last known location, and through the help of Gerald we managed to confirm this. (Note: The structure that seems to protect the residents of the encampment can also be found in Mr. Douvri's mansion. This information was validated by Zay).   After two days of repairs the vehicle was back in business (Note: At our discretion the vehicle was upgraded with a paint job matching SKRYT's own. Hopefully reducing future altercations).   During this time we restocked on supplies and headed back to the encampment. It was here that we met with Dr. Hannah Law who was in possession of a crystal skull. Taking advantage of the neutrality of the place we partook in a proper conversation for the first time. Through this we found that Dr. Law had surgically implanted herself and other members of SKRYT with colossi gems with the only known way of removal being the amputation of both hands. During our discussion we managed to come to an agreement and offered our knowledge in exchange of a translation of the contents of the skulls.   We arrived at the location of the device that allows us to play the memories inside of the skulls. The following is a narration of the events witnessed by Zay, Lucas, and Dr. Hannah Law: Unknown names, kings, they speak of the giant statues. They were dying and only Sunjak could save them. A female director spoke about Sunjak's followers. She mentions 3 names: Sunjak, the moon witch, and Douvri. A silver glow that encompasses all. Someone is sitting in a round table talking to a plethora of people about an emergency. A silver handed woman is directing them all when suddenly an explosion is heard outside. They quickly run and turn to the sky only to find a giant black star that suddenly turns red. Chanting in celestial can be heard; "This is my last gift to you all. I will not be able to come back". The death of a god, and the birth of the dome.   Witnessing this events disturbed Dr. Law to the point of her fleeing and handing over the skull. Hyperventilating over the mere thought of her boss learning this new information. Soon after we left for the hotel. After arriving we searched the lobby in hopes of finding young Oriel. Zay was the one who first spotted her and subsequently decided to approach her. She was visibly rattled and exhausted. It was at this moment that we identified the corpse of Hakku next to her.   In the wake of our severe mistake we entered combat. A laughing Mezdhu and a giant spherical creature with multiple eyes, later identified as a Beholder, proceeded to attack us. During this altercation I was able to witness one of Mezdhu's memories. He was only one amongst many, all trying to get through a tiny hole that was closing. He was the fastest and managed to squeeze some of himself through it before it closed. With the combat having concluded we treated our wounds and headed back to the museum.  

Personal Notes:

  I believe Mezdhu as we know him is nothing but a small fraction of himself. He wants to reach our world in order to get rid of the dome and restore himself. I have no tangible evidence of any of this but there may be more beings like him out there. He wasn't the only one trying to get here when the dome was originally created.   It is my sincerest belief that we must divert our full attention to the matter, and do everything in our power to stop Mezdhu from ever crossing over to our world. This situation is much bigger than any of us could ever imagine, and I strongly suggest an emergency meeting with all the heads, and president Sloan present.   Our next course of action will be to get in touch with Mr. Douvri and discuss our findings in hope of learning of a way to stop Mezdhu.