Description

1. Arrival of the Hussars:

• The group led by Litlia Mookjai arrives at night in a well-patrolled area, facilitating faster travel.

1. Diplomatic Mission:

• Eloyse questions Casimir about their journey through Almirin territory. Casimir explains that he's supporting Siobhan and others in their diplomatic endeavors.

1. Jungle Survival Tips:

• Litlia provides Peter with a lesson on jungle survival, covering topics like clothing, armor, bug glow sticks, and traveling off-road.

1. Imperial Messenger's Death:

• Litlia reveals that an imperial messenger was found dead on the road, sparking curiosity among the group members, especially Julien.

1. Food and Survival Queries:

• Siobhan seeks advice from Litlia regarding Tanya Bennett's suggestions on diet. Litlia mentions the Pituke, bugs that lay their eggs in humans.

1. Armor Discussion:

• Litlia advises Casimir on outfits and equipment, mentioning the potential rust on his armor and suggesting a leather type of armor.

1. Investigation and Arrest Warrant:

• Julien investigates the dead imperial messenger, finding an arrest warrant for Louis Covinggard. They decide to send the information back to the capital to delay spreading the news.

1. Camp Setup and Jungle Encounter:

• The group sets up camp outside the jungle and encounters Panther Gators. They face a larger, menacing creature, prompting them to seek refuge on a hill.

1. Discovery of Ancient Estin City:

• Exploring the hill, they discover an ancient Estin city with obsidian veins. Casimir shares his experiences with the cursed Soul Glass.

1. Symbolic Gemstones and Anthem:

• Siobhan finds a marker of gemstones, and when Lyla transforms into a full Estin, the symbols harmonize like a national anthem.

1. Night Exploration and Blue People:

• Litlia and the boys sneak into a different area of the city at night, encountering blue people with pendants on their foreheads.

1. Confrontation and Brass Sphere:

• Julien attacks a blue creature, leading to a confrontation with a Temple Guard. They obtain a brass sphere, which turns out to be a ley line map.

1. Sovereign's Darkness:

• Sovereign's encounter with a mirror causes his darkness to consume him. Julien kills the Temple Guard, and they take a brass dial with them.

1. Teleportation Gem and Ley Line Map:

• Sovereign investigates the Temple Guard's forehead, finding a teleportation gem. The brass sphere reveals ley lines on the planet, potentially a map of great significance.