A summary/script of the session! Please excuse any brackets or spelling errors. I take notes in Obsidian and use the brackets to link things.

Three different people are waiting at the location. Talking with each other. Well, one is mostly talking while the other listens.

1. [[Wyatt]], a katari with black and white fur. On the more feline side, they look very scholarly with large glasses. They/Them

2. [[Tina]], a clank made of wood and metal fancy-looking is fancy-looking with no visible weapons. She/Her

3. [[Dawson]], a giant who hasn't said much. He has large muscles and a great sword.

[[Zarah]] walks up, excited for the corrupted beasts' quests. She has recently joined the Guild to learn more and help others. The katari looks surprised that someone took on the quest. As she introduces herself, another figure rounds the corner. [[Fazak]] comes burring onto the scene. He sizes up the three who put on the quest, worried that it's gonna be a bunch of idiots who don't know what they're doing. Walking up to the group, his halberd is tied to him with a string. He uses it as a walking stick, a very large walking stick.

[[Fazak]] acknowledges [[Zarah]], happy to know someone.

The three are looking for corrupted beasts to study as the number affecting [[Dahaste]] has gotten out of hand. [[Zarah]] suggests, "Maybe we can head in the direction and you can tell me more about the beasts." We head to one of the exit gates of [[Dawngate]]. [[Wyatt]] rambles about their research, trying to figure out what is causing the unnatural aggression/corruption, thinking it's some sort of magic. [[Zarah]] hasn't heard anything that sounds familiar.

In the back half of the group, [[Fazak]] asks, "So, do we actually have a capturing method?" He gestures to his weapon, showing that he can kill but not capture. [[Dawson]] says they have some nets, unless [[Wyatt]] forgot to back them. [[Fazak]] sees the two most invested talking ([[Wyatt]] and [[Zarah]] yapping away), happy to listen to what they say to get information. "Please check," he says worriedly.

[[Tina]] pauses her walking, looks in her bag, and sees a medium-sized net. "And you're all carrying one? Good." [[Fazak]] is so worried, pessimism in his voice. "Will they be ready to throw a net?" Dawson side eyes [[Tina]]... can clanks have muscles? [[Tina]] is a scaredy cat and quickly rushes to hand over her net to someone more capable. "Please don't let me do this."

It's mid to late afternoon, about 30 minutes to an hour of walking through the fields near [[Dawngate]], when suddenly, there is a noise. Slight rustling and the chirps of small creatures come from ahead. "Did you hear that?" wonders [[Zarah]]. [[Wyatt]] shuts their mouth in fear.

"Mr. [[Fazak]], would you like to take a look?" [[Zarah]] says, looking to the back half of the group. He signs, attaching the net to his weapon. His shell opens, and he lumbers up with his wings like a heavy helicopter. Flying up, he hears the sound of birds and sees something odd in the near distance. Two foxes up ahead to the side, one looks undead, and the other with a strange teal glow. He waves to get our attention, holding two fingers up, signaling that there are two enemies ahead. [[Zarah]], in confusion, does a peace sign back with a big smile. There arees down, "There's two foxes over there, one appears to be no alive anymore."

The three "monster hters" all have a different expression. interested] looks interested, [[Tina]] vibes are 'shitting her metal pants', and [[Dawson]] looks surprisingly neutral.

[[Fazak]] attempts to get a read on [[Dawson]]. (CRIT) He seems proficient with his sword, but also has the sword to look more professional. He got training, but he likes to show off. To the researchers, "If you three could stay here, we'll see if we can bag it. Then you can come and observe." [[Dawson]] is ready to throw a net. "You ready, kid?" "Yes, let's go!" [[Zarah]] chirps, very excited to see the foxes up close.

We approach, as sneaky as a bulky faerie and a clumsy human can be. The foxes come into view. One undead fox and another fox with glowing eyes. The sickly teal color pours from its eyes and mouth like dry ice in water.

"If we can get closer, I can cast a minor illusion." "I'm not the stealthiest, but we can try."

As they get within close range, [[Zarah]] can sense some lingering magic on the undead one and some passive magic on the corrupted fox. And, as she ponders, she senses something else behind the pups. Hidden under the tall grass, she whispers to [[Fazak]] that she noticed something. They pop out heads out and are face to face with a **spectral wolf**, and it looks into [[Fazak]]'s eyes.

### Combat Start!

It snaps it's jaws in the air, ghostly after images whips towards [[Fazak]]. He gets blasted by the bite, stumbling backward, coughing in the after shocks.

Seeing him down, [[Zarah]] will Unleash Chaos. The spectral green sparkly magic drains from her arms, shooting the creature. It lets out a mournful howl in pain.

[[Fazak]] gets back to his feet, "We gotta keep one of the foxes alive." The **spectral wolf** is too big for the net. "Stay close!" She shouts as he moves up close to the wolf and the two foxes. Halberd time. He aims at the wolf, but he swings and misses. Only catching the ghostly underside of the wolf.

The foxes turn to [[Zarah]]. The corrupted one bites with it's snapping jaws, the inside of it mouth is glowing ominously. Her one weakness, cute/creepy thing! "Just like the plushie I had as a kid!" She pushes in pain.

[[Fazak]] is a bit concerned, but the wolf is the biggest threat. Having honed his skills with a polearm, he draws on his training. He hits, having learned from his mistake before. The halberd drops, the string spinning it, allowing the stab to be even fiercer!

The wolf pushes against [[Fazak]]'s consciousness, the teal figure of the creature shoves, and a spectral [[Fazak]] pops out of his body. Floating above, all he can do is gawk at the new feeling.

The undead fox slowly approaches [[Zarah]], hobbling to reach her. She squats down with her arms out, "Oh, you're just so cute! I can't get over it." Both foxes bit her hands, and she pulled back in obvious pain.

[[Fazak]] spirit slips back into his body hearing [[Zarah]] scream in pain. He moves towards her and attacks the wolf. His pin glows a vibrant gold as he slams his hammer onto the wolf, bringing it down on the corrupted fox. Spinning his wings and his halberd, HE BEYBLADES THAT SHIT, for the force of the blow being exponential. Landing next to [[Zarah]], he heals her with a pat to the shoulder.

Kicking open her briefcase, she pulls out a nobbly broom. She shakes the bristles at the wolf, her magic wraps around the handle before sapping the wolf. It starts to lose its tether to the realm, its vibrant blue fading with every hit. From a pat on the back from [[Fazak]], the grandpa vibes remind her of home and her mother. The magic surges from her bloodline, a green beam shooting from the head of her broom like a laser gun. The spectral wolf disappears in a flash of energy.

The undead fox bites [[Fazak]]'s ankle, clanking on his armor unsuccessfully. The corrupted fox attempts to bite [[Zarah]], but [[Fazak]] interposes with the shell bit of his wings. [[Zarah]]'s apple glows a protective green.

[[Fazak]] is hitting his limit of bullshit. He looks at the corrupted fox and tries to body slam the fox with the net. (USES EVERY POSSIBLE ADD-ON, and he CRIT) With a grace and dexterity yet unseen, he backflips and scoops up the corrupted fox in the net.

With only one last foe, [[Zarah]] will pick up the undead fox, who squirms in her arms. The fox relaxes for the movement as she gives it scritches. The creature's ribcages poke her side, a bit uncomfortable to hold. It bites her hand and hobbles away. The vibe of "fuck this, I'm going home."

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[[Fazak]] attaches the bag to the halberd to avoid being scratched/bitten. He is also tired and just wants to go home. "Shall we take this one back?" They all head back to the researchers with bite marks all over their hands/arms

[[Wyatt]] immediately approaches and then backs off from the rabid animal. Pointing to [[Dawson]], "You carry this home. You can wait half an hour to study it." [[Fazak]] huffs. He wants to go home so bad.

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As the sun sets, the group makes their way back to [[Dawngate]]. They enter, and the glow of the fox draws a lot of attention. The townsfolk give a wild birth to the party.

[[Wyatt]] muses on where to keep the little fella. "Do we keep it with [[Aly Hammerdance]] at the guild? [[Axol]]? No, he'll experiment on it. Hmmm." Finding a good place for the fox will be harder than thought.

[[Fazak]] has a growing irritation that they have no plans for the thing they asked for. With a sign, he says, "Follow me," heading towards the blacksmith. "Hello, just to be quick. How much to make a cage with a handle?" A moment of silence from the blacksmith... He holds up a handful of gold. "This enough?" Putting the handful of gold into the hand of the stuttering smithy.

While he's talking, [[Zarah]] attempts to feed the fox with some curded meat through the holes of the net. "Aw, it likes me!" She chitters back at the obviously irritated fox.

Long rest, Downtime:

- [[Fazak]] tends to his wounds and repairs his armor.

- [[Zarah]] tends to her wounds and aids [[Wyatt]] by calming the fox while he inspects it.

The next morning, [[Fazak]] is still worried about the fox getting let out in town. Last night, when repairing his armor, he fell asleep in his chair. He wakes up bright and early like an average old person, headed to the blacksmith who just finished the cage. [[Fazak]] gives a respectful bow, "Thank you for the expedient work." [[Dawson]] picks up the cage and brings it back to the other researchers.

[[Zarah]] puts a bit of fabric at the bottom of the cage to make the fox a bit more comfortable. [[Fazak]] is torn between letting her believe the fox can be saved and wanting to keep her away from the messed-up animal.

[[Tina]], still a bit shaken at the experience. It seems her motto is "if it makes my friends happy." She comes up to [[Zarah]] and [[Fazak]] with some gifts. "Thank you for helping. We still have some remaining nets. My friends will be busy for a while. Would you be interested in the extra net?"

"I'll never say no to some free nets!" "That would be appreciated, thank you."

She also pulls out some leaves. [[Zarah]] instantly recognizes them as Versic Leaves. While they have an unpleasant taste, they aid in battle (+2 hope). She is very excited to see them! [[Fazak]] gives [[Zarah]] his leaves, thinking she would have more use for them.

- Added to Inventory: 1 net, 2 Versic Leaves, 1 handful of gold, 1 exp)

[[Zarah]] takes [[Fazak]] out for a nice lunch with the gold that they got. He gets the biggest steak they have.