Tomb of Annihilation: 2

Dear Skye,

We made it safely to Port Nyanzaru, the vibrant city on the coast of Chult. The city’s air is thick with humidity and it buzzes with life and color. We were welcomed by the merchant prince Wakanga O’tamu and Syndra Silvane, who are assisting us on this venture. Their hospitality was heartening, and it reminded me of the warm welcome we used to receive from your kin in the aeries.

In a turn of events, we managed to immobilize a rampaging ankylosaurus in the city, which earned us some gratitude and coin from the tamer. Angle, the loveably derpy goblin of our party, took the opportunity to buy himself a giant lizard, which he fondly named Pegasus.

We prepared ourselves for the jungle, equipping ourselves with rain catchers and insect repellent. A place as lush and wild as this can harbor many dangers, from diseases like Mad Monkey Fever, Shivering Sickness, and Throat Leeches, to deadly creatures like Batiri Goblins, Pterafolk, and carnivorous plants. There are even hordes of the undead, my love. This place, as beautiful as it is, is a reminder of how finely balanced life and death truly are.

We had dinner at Wakanga’s villa, where we spoke of our mission and potential dangers. Syndra Silvane mentioned the Flaming Fist, a mercenary group that has laid claim to large areas of the jungle. We were also informed of the Order of the Gauntlet, a group of religious templars who are here to vanquish the undead hordes.

Wakanga gave us an additional task, Skye. We are to find a shield guardian named Vorn. The guardian belonged to a wizard explorer who is assumed to be dead. Wakanga has promised us a powerful spellbook, or an alternative reward, if we can find Vorn and his command amulet. It is a task we have agreed to, adding another layer of complexity to our mission.

Before we could retire for the night, we were approached by a stranger who whispered a cryptic message: “Speak to the wise guardian of Orolunga, west of Mbala. She can direct you to that which you seek.” It seems we have a lead on our quest, though its meaning is shrouded in mystery.

I miss you, Skye. Every step I take in this mission, every punch I land, every prayer I offer to Kelemvor, it’s all for you. I will bring balance to this necrotic disturbance and see your peaceful rest restored.

All my love,

Mugen