Roads Uncharted

The Kinder-Kai lead Eight and Arthas through the woods blindfolded, the twists and turns intended to not only confuse their captives, but to provide enough time for Jokul and Rialla to be questioned and dealt with. The elves face a rare predicament, however, when they need to bring Arthas into the holding cell. Tyr is brought in to temporarily reduce the Giant-Kin’s size, which Arthas finds difficult to handle.

After some questioning, Mira hands Eight the letters that Jokul and Rialla wrote in order to say good-bye. The letters indicate that Rialla has been offered an opportunity she can’t refuse, and that Jokul will be staying behind to support her. After Eight and Arthas provide responses, the pair head off to the small library for some personal research. While the librarian fetches their texts, Arthas reveals his ulterior motive for studying the pantheons of the outside world.

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Transcript by CJ Kallevig

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Learning that the group wants to pass through the woods on their way to Kidohlva, the elves offer passage provided the trespassers agree to be blindfolded. Jokul and Rialla are brought ahead of their companions, their destination an elven city hidden among the trees. Upon arriving, the couple is detained by a council for questioning. One of the elves, Mira, is brought in to read their aura and determine whether or not they tell the truth.

Once the interrogation passes, it is suggested that the pair talk to Tyr, a respected magic user. Mira apologizes for the behavior of her fellow Kinder-Kai and acts as a personal escort to Tyr's dwelling. Upon meeting her, Rialla discovers that the elf has powers similar to hers. Over tea, Rialla and Jokul are given an offer that must have been ordained by the fates. Will they accept this new development or turn it away to wander the unknown lands of Rejiev?

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Transcript by CJ Kallevig

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Produced by Dax

Opening theme music, editing and mixing by Wren

Logo Artwork design by Jessie

Character Artwork design by Riyuski

Segment music and sound effects licensed through Epidemic Sound

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The group travels upstream, and as they get beyond the clearing the woods once again become unearthly silent. Following the trees, which seem to point the way, they find a stone bridge that allows them to cross the fast-moving river.

As they continue deeper into the woods, the air becomes cloying and the trees now grow too close to continue with the cart. Unhitching Bessie, Eight gives it a forlorn pat before leaving it behind. Trying to disregard the tricks of the forest, Rialla discovers the group is being watched. Her attempts at diplomacy are ruined when Arthas charges in to protect her. 

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Transcript by CJ Kallevig

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Produced by Dax

Opening theme music, editing and mixing by Wren

Logo Artwork design by Jessie

Character Artwork design by Riyuski

Segment music and sound effects licensed through Epidemic Sound

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During the wee hours of the morning, Jokul reveals to Eight that Ray is disturbingly similar to his dead wife. In fact, she is practically a duplicate. He is unable to sleep due to the haunting circumstance the group is currently in. Eight offers a pinky promise to keep Jokul’s secret, and reminds him what the term “friends” really means.

The group waits until mid-morning for their guide to wake, but when she doesn’t, Rialla and Eight decide to explore the cabin. What they find is the most unsettling discovery of all, but perhaps Ray’s final act of kindness will offer them guidance as they set out.

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Logo Artwork design by Jessie

Character Artwork design by Riyuski

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The group travels toward the river and as they draw near they realize the sounds of nature are returning. The sun quickly sets and they can hear small critters now scavenging in the underbrush. When they reach the river they stumble upon a cabin inhabited by a woman and her young daughter.

She offers them supper and the group accepts, spending the evening in comfort at the cabin. Jokul, however, finds no comfort as he comes face to face with reminders of his past. Eight manages to convince the stranger to act as a guide, as an ally that knows the woods is better than wandering aimlessly. 

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Produced by Dax

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Logo Artwork design by Jessie

Character Artwork design by Riyuski

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Looking for an escape from this strange forest, Arthas climbs to the top of the trees to scan the canopy. However, he is met with an endless sea of leaves with no way out. Down below, Eight utilizes the blessing they received from the god Lohr and learns that there is water to the north. When Jokul comments that Maeve hears something in the distance, Eight tries to probe her mind to gain answers.

The lesson of twisted magic is remembered too late as Maeve bolts in fear, leaving Arthas and Jokul to chase after her while Rialla tries to comfort a shocked and saddened Eight.

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Transcript by CJ Kallevig

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Produced by Dax

Opening theme music, editing and mixing by Wren

Logo Artwork design by Jessie

Character Artwork design by Riyuski

Segment music and sound effects licensed through Epidemic Sound

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As the group heads farther into the forest, strange things start to happen. The ground explodes under their feet and weird lights flicker in the distance. Rialla starts to see things as her paranoia takes hold. Try as they might, they don’t appear to make any headway as they meander through the eerie landscape. 

Eight takes charge when they notice that Rialla and Arthas seem to be struggling the most. They coordinate with Jokul to mitigate the forest’s influence on Rialla. When Eight checks in on Arthas, the pair have a brief discussion about Eight’s oddities to distract from the madness that surrounds them.

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Character Artwork design by Riyuski

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When she had attempted to use her mirror in Kadiba, she learned its scrying ability had been cleansed. In order to use it again, she would need to perform a ritual under the new moon. Sneaking out of the tent she shares with Jokul, Rialla finds herself a quiet spot far from the others to restore its powers. 

As she calls forth her power and falls into meditation, she is transported into the mirror. When the spell takes full effect, the face of her ancestor forms in front of her. Before they can speak however, the form of another takes their place.

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EPISODE CREDITS:

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Character Artwork design by Riyuski

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The group enters the forest, the dark canopy above cutting off their view of the stars. Wishing to see the sky so far from civilization, Arthas manages to climb a tree but is disappointed to find he doesn’t recognize the constellations. Setting up camp is easy enough, and a small fire distracts from the eerie silence of the forest.

During his trance Jokul receives a vision of Baradesh. Shaken by the encounter, Jokul leaves the tent he shares with Rialla and joins Eight by the fire. When he prompts Eight on beliefs and spirituality, the warforged shares their own experiences with the gods of Rejiev.

The next morning when the group sets out, they notice that the sun doesn't move across the sky as the hours pass. When Rialla uses her mirror to try and find their way through the trees, she sees something terrifying in its depths. Something about this forest has twisted all magic.

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Transcript by CJ Kallevig

EPISODE CREDITS:

Produced by Dax

Opening theme music, editing and mixing by Wren

Logo Artwork design by Jessie

Character Artwork design by Riyuski

Segment music and sound effects licensed through Epidemic Sound

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While Rialla is out shopping, the other three gather for breakfast at The Grumpy Goat. The Procid proprietor offers hard liquor as a beverage option and Eight naively orders some. Three glasses in, the group realizes that Eight’s eyes have turned a very interesting color. Rialla returns to an intoxicated Eight, and immediately tries to help them recover. 

On the road again, Eight tells Arthas what they’ve learned about Jokul and Rialla’s mysterious past. Rialla overhears them and the group engages in a discussion on trust and perceptions.

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Transcript by CJ Kallevig

EPISODE CREDITS:

Produced by Dax

Opening theme music, editing and mixing by Wren

Logo Artwork design by Jessie

Character Artwork design by Riyuski

Segment music and sound effects licensed through Epidemic Sound

LINKS:

Be sure to follow and tag Roads Uncharted on Bluesky!