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💫 This is a remastered version of our original Season 1, Episode 3.

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🗡️ Arc: Forest of Beginnings

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The hunt for slimes begins... by immediately splitting the party.

Tiffany, Wilson, and Scilia venture off in one direction (with Tiffany promising to help Wilson “get buff”), while Snow leads Clyde, Grog, and Crystal deeper into the e...

Under the watchful eye of the Sacred Order, the party slipped into the Imordun mass, unaware that time itself was unraveling beneath their feet. The Far Traveler’s warning proved all too real when Finavir’s mind fractured under the weight of Cognitive Disjunction. Memories twisted, snapped, and reformed—culling his memory of his past in service of the Sacred Order; the purpose of their mission lost to him.

But time waits for no one. Pressing onward, they infiltrated the Bishop’s quarters in search of the ledger. But with this loss of memory, Finavir found himself caught u...

In the climactic finale of the AOD campaign, tensions reach a boiling point as our heroes confront the formidable Camile and her terrifying creations. With the stakes higher than ever, the group must navigate a chaotic battlefield filled with monstrous foes and unexpected betrayals. As the facility crumbles around them, alliances are tested, and the true cost of their quest is revealed. Will they emerge victorious against the overwhelming odds, or will they succumb to the darkness that threatens to consume them?

The AOD Campaign concludes with a thrilling and emotional farewell, weaving together the fates of b...

Every action has a consequence, where even the smallest ripple can surge into a tidal wave. For Finavir, this meant that a seemingly innocuous conversation with Kristoph reshaped reality itself. Each passing day brought a shift—his bond with Kristoph unraveling in his memory. What once was is no longer. So, in a last-ditch effort to save the plan, Finavir attempted to intercept Kristoph to convince him of their bond. But not all went according to plan. It seems that our party must now infiltrate the Order Bishop's quarters without Kristoph's aid. But first, refreshments?

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As strike squad alpha is infiltrating the main base of Camille Le S'cimise, Odette, S, Galahan, and Selena are off to take down the psychic relay tower that empowers their foe, but who knows what awaits for them. Join us as our legendary heroes embark on their final legendary mission.

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Reunited and driven by purpose, the party began laying the groundwork for their next steps. With llofty goals to expose the truth behind the Bishop’s role in the Raelund Regicide, they set their sights on the Sacred Order. Finavir and Vaeolin sought out Kristoph Ironbound, a once ally to the current Finavir. The meeting with Kristoph was hampered by the undesired presence of other members of the cultish group. And with some confusion about Finavir's presence outside the Temple, Kristoph's trust seemed strained. With wary words, Kristoph left the party with a cryptic message that hinted to meeting hi...

The final battle is creeping closer—probably. Plans have been made (kind of), codes have been gathered (maybe), and the team is on the move! Get ready for sneak checks, last-minute problem-solving, and a whole lot of oh no as the players scramble for the server room this week on the AOD campaign!​

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With a plan in place, John-Xavier and crew snuck into the Colosseum underground to rescue their captive allies. Hoping to make quick work of things, the group split off with Charles and Fin going after Kelsey and Vaeolin. Of course, being a covert mission, they sought to draw little attention to themselves...which means completely the opposite. After defeating their jailers, however, the duo have been rescued with all members having absconded into the slums.

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As strike squad alpha is infiltrating the main base of Camille Le S'cimise, Odette, S, Galahan, and Selena are off to take down the psychic relay tower that empowers their foe, but who knows what awaits for them. Join us as our legendary heroes embark on their final legendary mission.

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They have a plan. Sort of. Charles Smoot and Finavir will work in conjunction with John-Xavier and a small cohort of rebels in order to rescue the captives held within the Colosseum's underground cells. With the Order Knight having been called away from the compound, it seems the perfect opportunity.

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The final hour is upon us, or is it? The plan is maybe set, and the troops (some people) are gathered so grab your weapons and get ready to roll initiative as Get Everyone Together is in full motion! Join us in the player last hurrah as they storm the facilties this week on the AOD campaign! 

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Months after his betrayal and disappearance, Charles Smoot and Finavir Avir finally found John-Xavier. Claiming that all his actions were for the best outcome of those involved, John seemed to garner some sympathy with our party. Though he remains on thin-ice in certain ways, they have decided to give him another chance. A chance to prove himself as a Rescuer. But with the night growing late and their meeting with John drawing to a close, they will need to find a place to lay low for the time being.

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The assassination attempt against the remaining members of the disbanded AOD guild reveals leaves our party feeling uneasy. Who but Camille could have ordered the attempt? But the question remains, who are these masked villains and how did they find their way to the secret base. Zana, Lucien, and Odette must navigate a complex web of alliances and betrayals as they try to uncover Camille’s plans.

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Charles and Finavir have been reunited, although not in the way they intended. The Far Traveler's rescue set them back to the moment where "everything went wrong." But as a consequence of the Far Traveler's intercession, we now follow neo-Charles and Finavir; duplicates in this singular world. The events of their past selves have already occurred. And it is certain that the lives of the originals will end in the same tragic way. Unless something changes. But a warning was given to the two confused heroes. They should not directly interfere with their past selves. And taking this warning...

The AOD Guild has dwindled and disbanded with just a few remaining members left. But all hope is not lost. With Zana leading the charge and the knowledge they hold, the eclectic crew prepare to garner the aid of the other guilds. Facing off against the tyrannical Camille Le S'cimice seems to be just out of reach. Can our heroes gain the allies they need? Let's find out.

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The end has come for both Charles Smoot and Finavir Avir. At least it would have been so right up until the moment the Far Traveler intervened. Their diverging stories led them down paths of destruction and death. But what does fate have in store for our heroes? We will have to find out in tody's episode of The Gate Chronicles.

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Charles Smoot successfully enacted the beginning of his plan. After disposing of Captain Brandt, Seraphius was able to take over leadership of the red guard encampment. With the men now under control, it would be easy to plant the explosives without interference. But as Charles Smoot went to fetch the explosives, he came across a very strange boatsman. With the ominous ally ferrying him across the river, Charles is just about ready to light the fuse.

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Using his chance, Finavir explored the Order Bishop's quarters, searching for any leverage to aid in his means of escape. What he came across there certainly gave him all he needed. With little time left on his hands, Finavir delved into a secret tunnel that he and Kristoph discovered in the Bishop's quarters. Now, he may be stuck between a rock and a hard place.

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Goodbyes were said, and friends have split. With over half of the AOD Guild electing to take Camille's deal and leave the game, hope is dwindling. But before the decision came to light, one individual sought answers.

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With Seraphius at his side, Charles Smoot found it much easier to navigate around the constrictive authority of the Red Guard and Captain Brandt. And with more freedom to explore, the location of the Seeker's Vault soon revealed itself. The cliff-side lodge was merely a ruse, while the true Wolf's Lodge resided at the base of the cliffs. Venturing into the secret base, Charles discovered a hidden reliquary where he found an object he believes just might be what the Red Guard have been searching for. Now Charles and Seraphius are beginning to hatch their plan, but first, they...

With Camille's offer on the table, our adventurers have a hard decision to make. Stay in the game and risk death trying to save everyone, or leave and live out their normal lives. But of course, everyone must be in agreement. So, the question remains, is it time for the AOD guild to say their somber farewells?

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Finavir's survival within the Faith of the Sacred Order depends entirely on his ability to adapt to the increasingly threatening environment. Unsure of who to trust, Finavir became apprehensively acquainted with two acolytes within the temple. But one Kristoph Ironbound may prove to be the ally he needs as he rescued him from the trance of the Order Bishop. Now, Finavir must search the Bishop's quarters to find the information he needs to escape.

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With their plan underway, the AOD party waits patiently for their moment to strike against counsel member Ensor Thane. But an unwelcome guest intercepts each member. Camille L'Scimice has other plans. And the AOD guild remains in her way. With the promise of freedom, the AOD party must decide their fates.

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It seems that Wolf's Lodge is a den of many secrets. Having discovered a mechanism beneath the cliffs of the Lodge, Charles has determined that to activate it he will need a special item. A high ranking Seeker's badge. But with all of the Seekers either dead or having fled the region, Charles finds himself in a bind and with limited authority at the encampment, he must tread lightly. But a familiar face might just prove to be the edge he needs.

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King Yord needs a plan to save his life. And our party has just the thing! The Princess "Kelly" will need to marry her true love, Drydis. Or is this just wishful thinking from the party? They were giving off strong signals, okay?! But with the hopes of uniting the Merminsk and Thasselonian peoples, the party just needs to convince Drydis of this. Wish him luck!

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As an acolyte initiate, Finavir is expected to perform the meager duties of a grounds keeper as well as enhance his knowledge within the Faith of the Sacred Order. A position he happily filled given the alternative option of imprisonment. But after receiving a letter from his comrade, Finavir sets his sights higher. With time of the essence, Finavir must discover a way to climb within the ranks of the Sacred Order or continue to plod away his days as a glorified janitor.

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Escorted by Drydus and Kelly, the group tries to sneak into the underwater capital of Thasselia. Does the stealthy approach work? Doubtful, I mean we all know who we are dealing with. But one suprise lies in store this episode. A familiar face! Who I hear you beckon? Find out this week on the AOD campaign!

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Charles Smoot, 58 year old biology teacher, Seeker, and now a captive of the Red Kingdom. Originally tasked with destroying Wolf's Lodge, Charles now finds himself with conflicting as a prisoner. The lives of his comrades now hang on the line. He must open the Vault or possibly forfeit their lives. But with a surprising alliance and the rebellion on his side, Charles still has an ace up his sleeve.

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After discovering the Monkey King and stealing back some bras, the AOD guild dives straight into deep water, with a magic crystal that answers all your questions! Well almost all your questions... at least it tells you who the hot guy down the street is! Will he be able to help our group enter the city? Or is he just a small-time farmer with his sister? Find out with us, Foundlings, as we are in hot pursuit of a hot individual.

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The party has been torn apart. Through their unscrupulous activities in the colosseum, they caught the attention of Order Knight Revenant. Their capture soon followed. And though the party attempted to sway the Knight's scheme in their favor, things did not go as planned. While Charles Smoot was once again forcibly conscripted to aid the Red Kingdom's infiltration of Wolf's Lodge, Finavir Avir found himself thrust under the authority of the Order Bishop at a nearby temple.

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Join us as we take things in turtle time. With new bathing suits in hand, compliments of the monkey king, the party investigates the island and discovers a mysterious stone.

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The party is split. Finavir was taken to the cathedral and Charles was permitted to obtain his things from Mrs. Pot's before unceremoniously shipped off. Today we focus on the events that transpired with Charles Smoot.

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We're picking back up where we left off! Snow is unhinged. There are monkeys. Tama punches stuff. Zana's bird is somewhere. And for heaven's sakes, the mines have been invaded! It's time to find out what happens with Part 2 of this week's episode!

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 Finavir's attempt to escape was quickly put to an end when he was apprehended by the colosseum guards. But not long after, a gladiator, Seraphius, came to fetch Charles on Knight Revenant's orders. After hearing of the prisoner's attempted escape, Seraphius elected to bring Finavir along. The two prisoners learned from Seraphius that Charles had actually saved his brother. He gave the duo a word of advice before bringing them before Revenant, to watch what they said and for Finavir to be as invisible as possible. Now finally meeting with their captor, Revenant offered Charles a deal. Work for h...

THHHEEERRREE AALLLL GGGOOONNANA DIIIIEEEE!!! Kidnapped by pirates! Left stranded on a deserted island. Potentially hundreds of feet below the surfaces of the water surrounded by gargantuan sea monsters! This is truly our party's worst nightmare! Or ... maybe this is just a chill time at a tiki bar with refreshing fruity drinks and a nice all expense paid trip on a relaxing island. I certainly wrote it one of the two ways. Enjoy and decide for yourself if you would take a ride on Burbles Turtle Taxi.

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The impending consequences for the party interrupting an officially sanctioned execution proved to be difficult for them to accept. Within moments of being imprisoned, Finavir hatched and executed a plan to escape! But of course, dice tell a very interesting story. We check in to see the actual consequences of their actions.

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The remnants of a battlefield is where we pick back up with our triumphant heros. Den is alive and the party victorious. But in the aftermath, the party is stunned and forced to recollect themselves. Deciding what their next steps are, one member sneaks off... But the question is, what is Snow plotting? And what will be the byproduct of this aftermath?

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Facing off against the beastly touda, Charles Smoot felled many of the creatures in an effort to rescue the colosseum's prisoners from their grisly fate. His allies looked on in horror until they realized it was time for them to step into the ring and aid their boisterous companion. For although Charles and Selrahc came to an accord, they feared the monstrous drake that was unleashed when his victory drew near would be the end of him. But as the danger seemed to reach its peak, a new entity entered the battlefield. An mysterious figure clad in crimson armor...

Just in the nick of time, our intrepid adventures put all the puzzle pieces into place, only to find out their friend is in grave danger. Dashing to rescue their comrade, the AOD guild finds out that not all players are on their side. With the odds stack against them, will strike squad be able to stop Operation: Cloud Kill?

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The party gained valuable information that could lead them to potential allies. But during their exploration of the city, they discovered the dark reality of the colosseum. Its victims, dissenters of the government, traitors to the Red Guard, and soon food for the Touda. Unable to tolerate this injustice and in an effort to gain the favor of the Resistance, Charles Smoot leapt into the fray. Now we must see if steel conquers fang.

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