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Capable Explorer,

First and foremost, let me thank you for the incredible job you’ve done over the last several months. Since the Ten first set their eyes on Varisia and focused many of the Pathfinder Society’s resources on Magnimar and the ruins of ancient Thassilon both outside and within its walls, we have made—nay, you, Pathfinders, have made—many notable discoveries. But our work is not yet done!

The reputation of the Pathfinder Society in Magnimar has grown beyond my greatest expectations, and the Decemvirate, my fellow venture-captains, and the Heidmarchs are certain that you will be able to follow through with what you’ve already set in motion and cement the society as a vital part of Magnimar. With the discoveries you’ve already made, our goal of making Heidmarch Manor one of the premier Pathfinder lodges in all of Avistan is well within reach. Keep up the good work!

Our troubles with the Aspis Consortium continue, however, and it is clear that they’ve got a sturdy foothold in the region. While we anticipated running into them in Magnimar, I don’t think anyone could have expected Riddleport to be such a hotbed of consortium activity. Maiveer Sloan, who runs Bronze House in Magnimar, seems nigh untouchable, but whoever is pulling the Aspis Consortium’s strings from the City of Cyphers may not have the ear and protection of that city’s rulers. We must double down our vigilance against the Aspis Consortium in Riddleport, and from there the entirety of Varisia, to ensure the wealth of knowledge, magic, and ancient secrets isn’t plundered for their avaricious coffers.
The rebellious Shadow Lodge agents who opened war against the society two years hence have as yet not presented as much of a problem as I anticipated. Something tells me, however, that the force behind their insurrection hasn’t petered out entirely yet. Keep on the lookout for those who still wish to destroy the society from within, and report to Sheila Heidmarch or me any discoveries you may make regarding their plans.

The greatest treasure recovered from the ruins of Thassilon this year has been a dire discovery, however. We have learned that the cult of the ancient goddess Lissala is alive and well, and has been for thousands of years. They’re currently well on their way to implementing a plan beyond anyone’s wildest fears—the awakening of a long-sleeping runelord. The Pathfinder Society is in a unique position to prevent such an atrocity from coming to pass, and we must not shirk such a duty. While we aim to be neutral in all things, the society’s very survival could depend on preventing this great, destructive evil from entering the world. Do all you can to assist your fellow Pathfinders as they undertake this mission, which is more dangerous than any we have yet attempted as an organization.

Explore, Report, Cooperate!
Venture-Captain Ambrus Valsin

Able Pathfinder,

This is a great year to be a member of our illustrious organization, for the Pathfinder Society stands on the precipice of many wonderful discoveries! As I’m sure you’ve heard, you are being sent to Varisia, likely for the adventure of your life. You will be serving under Venture-Captain Sheila Heidmarch in the city of Magnimar, and working with her to establish one of our newest Pathfinder Lodges out of her manor house in within the city. While she and her husband Canayven have been hosting Pathfinders on their estate for several years, the lodge is still new and the better the agents working there, the more likely the Magnimar Lodge is to become one of the most successful in the Society.

And it must be successful. This is not a matter the Ten take lightly, for the wealth of Varisia will soon be exploited by those with less concern for the knowledge and history contained within, and we must stake our claim! Already the Aspis Consortium has established itself as a legitimate and influential political and economic entity within Magnimar, having assisted in the growth and security of this relatively new city. They are now better poised than we are to explore the ancient Thassilonian ruins that fill the Varisian landscape, including the newly discovered mountaintop capital of Xin-Shalast.

The recent conflict with the Aspis Consortium within the Hao Jin Tapestry was unfortunate, but we will not have the luxury of waging open war with our rivals in the streets of Magnimar or even the wilds of Varisia. Despite the limitations presented by the real world, we will doubtless have plenty of opportunities to make things difficult for the Consortium, both in Magnimar and elsewhere in Varisia. Ensure you take every such opportunity!

Additionally, it was in Varisia—in the mysterious and ancient city of Kaer Maga—that the rogue Shadow Lodge agents who troubled us recently made their first move against our loyal agents. Likely, remnants of that cell still operate in Varisia and are either plotting our demise or sullying the Pathfinder name. We have largely come to terms with the Shadow Lodge, but those who still defy Grandmaster Torch could present a problem for us. Continue to rout out remnants of the Shadow Lodge insurrection and ensure they either fall in line with the rest of their kind or are eliminated as potential threats to the Society’s wellbeing.

May the Pathfinder Chronicles tell many a tale of your exploits in Varisia!
Venture-Captain Ambrus Valsin

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All will be answered in good time, Pathfinders. Until such time as we lay all upon the table, I urge you to steel yourselves for the task at hand. The Decemvirate needs you.