Campaign Story
Xandarin's journey began in the quiet company of her Aunt Aubree, who instilled in her the importance of nurturing one's beliefs. Aubree's teachings were a beacon in Xandarin's life until the day a band of marauding bandits shattered her world by killing Aubree. Plunged into grief, Xandarin spent several days at Aubree's home, her heart heavy with sorrow.
One fateful night, as she gazed out into the fields, she witnessed a remarkable sight: a figure, moving with a speed that seemed to defy gravity, almost flying across the landscape. Driven by curiosity and a sense of destiny, Xandarin sought out this mysterious figure. She discovered that it was Zeron, a renowned vampire from the island of Nightwatch. Unbeknownst to her at the time, Zeron's presence brought both intrigue and danger. He was being pursued by the local villagers and had to flee, leaving Xandarin with a sense of loss and unanswered questions.
Determined to find purpose after Aubree's death, Xandarin joined the dark elven army. Over the years, she honed her skills, becoming a formidable fighter and taking the sacred oath of a paladin of redemption. Her new path led her north, where she took on mercenary work. During her travels, she met Elaine and Aida, who would become her closest friends.
However, Xandarin's naivety led to a grave mistake. She, Elaine, and Aida were kidnapped and transported to Blackden. It was here that their true adventure began. They fought their way out of captivity, journeyed to Nightwatch, and encountered numerous vampires along the way. In Nightwatch, Xandarin reunited with Zeron, who endeavored to protect her in this perilous world.
Tragedy struck when a Daylight bomb exploded in Oblivion's Gate, Nightwatch's capital. Zeron was severely injured, falling into a coma from which it was uncertain if he would ever awaken. Despite this, Xandarin found solace in visiting him in his dreams, facilitated by Aida's newly learned "Dream" spell. She also visited his physical body in the Draconis district, accompanied by Weldon, Zeron's former student.
As time passed, preparations for the grand "End of Fall" ball—a significant event for the vampire elite—became paramount. Xandarin and her friends obtained forged invitations but needed noble partners to attend authentically. They enlisted the help of the Tabaxi brothers, Weldon and Wixon, though Xandarin had to deceive Weldon to secure their aid. At the ball, Weldon grew suspicious, and Xandarin ultimately confessed the truth, fearing the consequences of further deception. Although Weldon was initially silent, he eventually forgave her, or so Xandarin hoped.
During the ball, Xandarin encountered her greatest adversaries: Herinia and Lorenzo Vernudi. She navigated the social maze, meeting many vampires and keeping a watchful eye on Ilvetia, a vampire with extensive knowledge of eternal sleep. Xandarin's caution was crucial to avoid detection and thwart her enemies' plans.
Xandarin's dance with Weldon won them a contest, leading to a conversation with Selene, who had a close relationship with the vampire lord. Selene was tasked with selecting a new champion to recruit powerful vampires. Xandarin learned that Zeron had been Selene's former champion, a fact he had never revealed, believing it irrelevant since he never expected Xandarin to reach Nightwatch.
The evening's final shock came with the announcement that Delion, a dear friend and Aida's current lover, was to transfer from the Sinshia household to the Ferveni. Troubled by this news, Aida offered to help Delion with the situation, but Delion refused her offer in order to ensure she's not endangered any further.
With the ball concluded, Xandarin, Aida, and Elaine knew they had to act swiftly. They launched an attack on the "business mines," used by Herinia for a deadly ritual. The assault was perilous, and they narrowly escaped with their lives. Herinia, now more cautious, forced Xandarin and her allies to rally all their connections for a final confrontation.
The decisive battle took place within the Vernudi district. With the help of several house leaders, Xandarin and her friends defeated Herinia and Lorenzo in an epic clash. Their victory earned them acceptance into vampire society, and they were invited to join the households.
Yet, Xandarin's journey was not complete. She still bore the weight of waking Zeron from his eternal sleep, clinging to the hope that one day he would return to her. The future remained uncertain, but Xandarin's resolve was unwavering. She would continue to fight for her beliefs, her friends, and the love that had guided her through the darkest of times.