Ignatious channels and flame strikes his way to destruction of the vast majority of the stones. Halbarad manages to secret a few away in his efficient quiver and the extradimensional space prevents him from having to make Will saves to avoid self-destructive suggestions.
The return trip to the waystation is uneventful. You hail Dirch and are rather surprised to see Osprey alongside him.
He is quite pleased at your initiative in destroying the stones. Well done, Pathfinders! the inscrutable druid says with a broad smile. That's just the sort of resourcefulness we appreciate in agents! He winks at Halbarad just then, as a bird comes to rest on the elf's shoulder, pecking impatiently at his quiver. So! he continues, seeming not to notice the bird, how did the Mwangi treat you?
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"Cursed." Halbarad is nothing if not blunt. He does wait, however, to take Osprey aside and mention the stones, recommending an extradimensional space to keep them in (as that has worked thus far).
Upon return to Absalom, he thanks his companions for accompanying him and invites everyone for a vacation at his private hunting lodge in Qadira.
"The Mwangi was fine, and I ought to spend more time there. Hmmm"
Bishop seems to have something on his mind, but he wanders off before sharing...
Oh...er, um... Osprey seems slightly taken aback by Bishop's reaction.
"It was hot. And humid. And generally unpleasant. Just like last time. I would consider it a great personal favor if you stop sending me there."
Osprey nods enthusiastically. Splendid, splendid, agent San Xiao! Osprey gives a crooked smile as he thinks a moment. You know, I don't think we have anything for your caliber of agent in the Expanse just now. But seeing as you've enjoyed yourself there again, should something arise I'll be sure to let you know!
"Cursed."
Osprey nods to the elf, the slightest of smiles cracking his face. Ah! Well now...we shouldn't throw stones at such events, should we?