Into the Cauldron

Campaign: The Flamewyrm's Abode

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Into the Cauldron

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Summary

Emperor Aurelius and the Flamewyrm battle deep within the volcano. Zethia believes her brother will come to her rescue—and sure enough, he and his companions are on the way.

Dialogue

The impostor posing as my father was at Mount Adolla. There was no time to lose. Not only did he have Zethia, but he was trying to kill the Flamewyrm—the Greatwyrm that ruled over the volcano. Did the volcano erupt because he'd enraged the dragon? We would find out soon enough.

The earth shakes in agony as the ancient volcano roars its protest. Here lives the Flamewyrm, one of the Six Greatwyrms. Her wrath is Mount Adolla's wrath.

Mount Adolla

–Volcanic Caverns–

Imperial Soldier: Aieee! Run for your lives!

GRAAAAAAAAR! I should have known common foot soldiers were no match for the legendary Flamewyrm. ...... You're rather quiet, Auspex.

Have you finally accepted your fate?

No. I have faith in my brother.

He will come here and smite you for these heinous acts.

Bold words! Just as I would expect from the Auspex. This is no time for japes, Harle.

Observe now, Auspex, as I subjugate this wretched dragon. Let this scene be etched forever in your mind.

Mount Adolla

–Entrance–
So, uh, is this the way into the volcano? This should lead us there, yes. For the record, Euden, this is completely insane. I mean, yer leadin' us into an eruptin' volcano! I know, and I'm sorry.

But with Zethia in there, I have no choice.

It'll take more than rivers of magma to keep us away! ...Though I dunno what's worse than rivers of magma, actually.

Anyway, whatever. Zethia needs us! Now let's go!