Saturday, May 29, 2021

The Saltmarsh Register - Vol 1.18 & Vol 1.19

The Saltmarsh Register is the in-game newspaper I invented for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh game I run online every other Saturday. It is reprinted here to give others a taste of how that game has developed. WARNING, it may have spoilers for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh adventure, though I have deviated a bit from the published module.



The Saltmarsh Register

VOL 1.18 – Starday, 1st of Patchwall, 570 CY

Salinmoor’s Finest Catch of Tidbits and Tattle printed weekly each Starday, publisher Tyna Hilltopple 

THE CURSE OF THE SPOILED SHELLFISH

Sickness spoiled the last few days of Brewfest, as many citizens of this fair town were grievously ill with complaints of the stomach. It is suspected that a large portion of the shellfish provided as part of festivities are responsible for the illness. Unfortunately the editor and reporter of the Saltmarsh Register were among those struck and so the entire staff of this esteemed paper must apologize for this abbreviated edition.

VOL 1.19 – Starday, 8th of Patchwall, 570 CY

WRATH OF PROCAN STRIKES

On Watersday the 5th, Saltmarsh, and from the sounds of rumors heard from ships limping into port for repairs, much of the rest of the Azure Sea, was struck by an intense hurricane, the likes of which has not been seen for decades. Several ships sailing out of Saltmarsh are presumed to have been lost, including the Caretaker, Toward the Low Sun and Tanith and the Lion Tree. Could this have been the storm foreseen by Mabel Twicedrowned? So far the potential prophetess in residence at the temple of Procan has refused to confirm that this was the storm she saw in visions.

FLOODING IN COPPERLOCKS MINE

The great storm damaged pumps and caused flooding in the Copperlocks Mine east of Saltmarsh. Three miners are said to have drowned, unable to escape lower levels before the rising water. It is thought that repairs to the mine might last through the winter, causing delays in the output of ore.

REBUILDING BEGINS

With the winds and storm surge having damaged many buildings in Saltmarsh, the citizens of the town will be spending the next few weeks making repairs. It is thought that the price of timber will increase greatly due to the demand for wood for both ships and buildings.

FISHING TIDBITS

The skeletal fish have not been seen since before the great storm, causing some sailors to reiterate claims that they were an ill omen all along.

Saturday, May 22, 2021

The Saltmarsh Register - Vol 1.17

The Saltmarsh Register is the in-game newspaper I invented for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh game I run online every other Saturday. It is reprinted here to give others a taste of how that game has developed. WARNING, it may have spoilers for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh adventure, though I have deviated a bit from the published module.



The Saltmarsh Register

VOL 1.17 – Starday, 1st of Brewfest, 570 CY

Salinmoor’s Finest Catch of Tidbits and Tattle printed weekly each Starday, publisher Tyna Hilltopple 

PANDELUME THE MAGNIFICENT AND HIS PREPOSTEROUS CIRCUS ARRIVE

Dulcinea Gideon and Davus Raal have arranged for Pandelume the Magnificent and his Preposterous Circus to entertain all of Saltmarsh to celebrate Brewfest. Pandelume, an illusionist who claims to be from far off Embelyon, will entertain crowds the evening of Godsday and Freeday and his crew of clowns, funambulists, fire-eaters and jongleurs will provide other shows and wandering entertainment during the festival week.

A SHORTAGE OF CLAW WINE!

With a combination of the festivities and several leaky barrels, Hanna Rist, proprietor of the Snapping Line, as admitted to the Saltmarsh Register that her supply of Claw Wine might run out by the end of Patchwall and more of the heady brew, a local delicacy or acquired taste, might not be fermented until well into 571. Hanna was quick to say that there would be plenty for any who desire it as part of Brewfest celebrations.

PIRATES FOILED!

Tamsyn Muir, brave captain of the Swift Blade, prevented a ship of pirates from launching an assault on Abbey Isle. Though this paper suspects that perhaps the pirates were on a smuggling run to the shady Mariner’s League outpost being established on the isle.

FISHING TIDBITS

Still no skeletal fish captured, but a great harvest of oysters has been harvested in time to provide plenty for the citizens of Saltmarsh to enjoy during our great Brewfest celebration.

Saturday, May 15, 2021

The Saltmarsh Register - Vol 1.16

The Saltmarsh Register is the in-game newspaper I invented for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh game I run online every other Saturday. It is reprinted here to give others a taste of how that game has developed. WARNING, it may have spoilers for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh adventure, though I have deviated a bit from the published module.



The Saltmarsh Register

VOL 1.16 – Starday, 22nd of Harvester, 570 CY

Salinmoor’s Finest Catch of Tidbits and Tattle printed weekly each Starday, publisher Tyna Hilltopple 

ALBERTO SKOTTI NAMED KING, LONG LIVE KING ALBERTO SKOTTI

As was expected, the Royal Council of Keoland has confirmed Alberto Skotti, younger brother of the lake Kimbertos Skotti as King of Keoland. The editor and staff of the Saltmarsh Register send best wishes and congratulations to King Alberto, long may he reign.

A PROPHECY OF STORM?

This esteemed paper has learned that Mabel Twicedrowned, who lost her memory, was found at sea and now resides at the Temple of Procan, has had a vision of a terrible storm wracking sea and shore. Though unable (or unwilling?) to remember anything of her previous life, when asked by the reporter of the Register, Mabel claimed that she was certain a terrible storm would strike the Azure Sea early in Patchwall. The truth of the matter, of course, remains to be seen.

WEALTHY ROMANCE?

It is whispered in the taverns of Saltmarsh that the young, wealthy and handsome Anders Solmor has been seeking the hand of Dulcinea Gideon, despite the wealthy heiress of the Primewater fortune being over a decade his elder. Will Saltmarsh see a lavish wedding in its future? If so, you can count on the Register to provide you all you need to know about it.

FISHING TIDBITS

The skeletal school of fish has been spotted several times but none have been lucky or daring enough to capture a fish for the Saltmarsh Register, as a reminder the Saltmarsh Register is offering 50 gold for any skeletal fish that is caught and brought back to Saltmarsh while still moving

Saturday, May 8, 2021

The Saltmarsh Register - Vol 1.15

The Saltmarsh Register is the in-game newspaper I invented for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh game I run online every other Saturday. It is reprinted here to give others a taste of how that game has developed. WARNING, it may have spoilers for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh adventure, though I have deviated a bit from the published module.



The Saltmarsh Register

VOL 1.15 – Starday, 15th of Harvester, 570 CY

Salinmoor’s Finest Catch of Tidbits and Tattle printed weekly each Starday, publisher Tyna Hilltopple 

MYSTERY OF MABEL TWICEDROWNED

The woman found by crew of the Pink Dot, who was brought to the temple of Procan to recover has woken. She claims not to remember anything from before she was found by the Pink Dot and has taken the name Mabel Twicedrowned. Is she telling the truth about her amnesia? Count on the Saltmarsh Register to try and find out.

KING KIMBERTOS SKOTTI DIES

King Kimbertos Skotti, beloved king of Keoland, is said to have perished from his illness on the 7th of Harvester. It is expected that the royal council will confirm his younger brother, Alberto, as his heir and new king.

NOBLE DELEGATION ARRIVES

A group of nobles have arrived from Niole Dra, seeking to hire a yacht to take pleasure cruises along the coast of the Azure Sea. They are rumored to have engaged the services of the Leaping Frog, a trading vessel that usually makes runs between Saltmarsh, Seaton and Gryrax.

FISHING TIDBITS

Several fishing boats from Saltmarsh have reported seeing schools of skeletal fish swimming through the waves. The Saltmarsh Register is offering 50 gold for any skeletal fish that is caught and brought back to Saltmarsh while still moving.

Friday, April 16, 2021

Ultraviolet Grasslands & the Black City - Session One

 

Here's your chance to catch up before the next session of Ultraviolet Grasslands & the Black City on Sunday April 25th, 2021 with video and podcasts of Session One.

The Heroes made it to the Porcelain Citadel, took a side gig, found a rusted iron ring, avoided a swarm of Vampiric Humming Spiders, crept through a field of Bloodflowers and explored an ancient ruin...

You can find recorded replays over at the Antagonist Relations Youtube channel...


Edited podcasts versions will also start appearing in the Antagonist Relations Podcast Feed...

And of course, you can watch the next session live on Twitch.tv/AntagonistRelations the Fourth Sunday of every month from 3pm-7pm Central. 



Thursday, April 15, 2021

2020 Extra Life Replay - Tea-Time with Granny Bonechewer


A replay video from the 2020 Known World United Extra Life Event.

Tea-Time with Granny Bonechewer

Somehow the PCs ended up owing the Bheur Hag, Polly Bonechewer, a favor some time back… Now she has asked them to her ice castle for tea and biscuits with her and her coven of sisters. While the invitation might have been worded as an innocent social gathering, they are certain she is going to collect on the debt she is owed. A D&D game about the choices that adventurers make and the consequences that can follow.

You can support my Extra Life fundraising efforts at: extra-ife.org/participant/AntagonistRelations

Sunday, March 28, 2021

The Saltmarsh Register - Vol 1.14

 The Saltmarsh Register is the in-game newspaper I invented for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh game I run online every other Saturday. It is reprinted here to give others a taste of how that game has developed. WARNING, it may have spoilers for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh adventure, though I have deviated a bit from the published module.



The Saltmarsh Register

VOL 1.14 – Starday, 8th of Harvester, 570 CY

Salinmoor’s Finest Catch of Tidbits and Tattle printed weekly each Starday, publisher Tyna Hilltopple 

DROWNED WOMAN FOUND!

The crew of the Pink Dot, a fishing vessel, has recovered a drowned woman as sea on the 7th of Harvester. They found her clinging to driftwood. The woman, who is not known to any in Saltmarsh, has been brought the temple of Procan to recover.

PRAY FOR KING SKOTTI

The cherished and wise king of Keoland remains ill and prayers are needed from all true citizens of the kingdom for his swift and complete recovery.

THE BROKEN MAUL BACK IN THE DREADWOOD

Saltmarsh’s most beloved adventurers have returned to the Dreadwood to avenge the death of their fallen comrade and end the menace of Granny Nightshade.

DEATH OF A CHARLATAN!

Mikos Alter arrived from Niole Dra last week to sell various potions and tinctures of dubious efficacy. While in town he began claiming that Garret Axehandle was an impersonator and not the true Assessor Axehandle. Unable to provide any proof, the charlatan retreated to the Wicker Drunk and drank for two straight days. He was last seen alive after midnight on Godsday the 4th of Harvester belligerently pounding on the doors of Solmor Manor and demanding an audience with Anders to provide his proof. His body was found washed up near Crabber’s Cove on Earthday the 6th. The generous councilor Axehandle has graciously agreed to cover the drunken grifter’s funeral expenses.

FISHING TIDBITS

After finding a strange golden coin in the belly of a fish she caught on Sunday 2nd of Harvester, rumor has it that Polly Wavestrike has lost every hair on her body. The editors of this august institution have not been able to reach Polly to ascertain the truth of this matter as she has spent every moment she can on her fishing boat at sea.

The Saltmarsh Register - Vol 1.18 & Vol 1.19

The Saltmarsh Register is the in-game newspaper I invented for the Ghosts of Saltmarsh game I run online every other Saturday. It is reprint...