The Land of Spoils and Promised Danger

The Background

It is the largest unexplored continent in the World (for the World is what the everyday folk call this orb on which life teems while the learned scholars name the place Taermus). This great new land is ripe for colonization by the King and Queen of Kingsland but the great minerals and other secrets hidden in the deep woods, mountains, and perhaps even in the swamps or icy glaciers are coveted by not only the throne but others who would seek out this land to plunder its spoils or to set up their own seat of power. For those willing to help explore and protect the colonists of this new land, there is good work and spoils to be had for them as well. Indeed, this is where we find the Troupe of the Newdawn, named for the new opportunities that await those brave explorers. The Troupe has set up a consignment for able bodies explorers who would face the unknowns in this new land.

Camp Newdawn is a modest establishment, having a makeshift "mess tent" that passes for a tavern and place to grab a small meal, the cabins where those of the Troupe and other visitors can get some rest, the Temple which is mostly devoted to Pelor but also holds a host of minor shrines as well, as well as the Officer's Tent for those of the Troupe who are considered its leaders, and a few storage tents for supplies and equipment.

The Temple

In the temple, the brother and sister priests Orza and Kallia both devotees to Pelor reside and perform their priestly duties. Also within this Temple which is a decorative cabin more than anything, are lesser shrines to Ehlonna, Fharlanghn, Heironeus, and others. There are always members of the Troupe praying to the various gods at their shrines. The two, it is said, are great healers and also bestow blessings to aid the Troupe and their allies, though if they have an especially busy day they may ask for a favor or donation in return all to glorify Pelor.

Mess Tent

Though it is not the Feast Table at the Ivory Castl in Kingsland, the Troupe were able to procure a very talented cook to prepare and serve meals with the game and flora found in the immediate area. Some days, the meals are more sparse than others but they are sure to keep the Troupe on their feet and healthy.