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I edited the arrows in the loot kit but forgot to change them in the post. All the arrows being the 12 silver, 5 ghost touch or the 2 undead bane should instead read bolts as they currently fit the parties needs better.

After a few minutes of dividing up the assorted loot the party is escorted out of the tomb by the two acolytes. There is a somber feeling as you walk down the Black Path back towards the temple. If the professor's journey entries were correct what lies up at the harrowstone?

The dreary feeling seems to pass as you walk through the threshold of the temple doors. The fresh smell of incense fill the air as the cleric is deep in prayer kneeling at the shrine of Pharasma just behind the pulpit in the front of the sanctuary. The acolytes motion you to be quiet and take a seat within the now completely vacant pews. A few minutes of silence pass finally broken by the groans of the old man as he stands back up. Ah I see you have returned! Did you fi....What Happened to you all? The cleric takes notice to the black bile that covers most of the party. The acolytes explain in detail how the party was attacked and how you all protected them from sure death. They also explain that the crypt was empty of bodies like you all assumed. They also inform Father Grimburrow that the lock was already cut before you all entered the crypt and the contents of the sarcophagus.

Father Grimburrow looks at the party with troubled eyes considering his words before he speaks. I find it unsettling that such tools resided in the Restlands without my knowledge. I haven't use for these items so by all means keep them as payment for protecting the lads. The strange stories of the harrowstone might also be more than just old wives tales, while I can't condone any actions trespassing on the prison grounds if you were to find yourself there all the same may Lady Pharasma guide your steps.

Ah I see you made it after all! It does the heart well to see young people seeking spiritual direction. I imagine you want to have a look at the "False crypt", i seriously that i wouldn't of been informed of any such tomb but you were so kind to ask rather than be vandals I feel compelled to at humor the request

The cleric waves two of the older Acolytes in your direction... would you be ever so kind as assist these people into the Restlands, help them withever they ask just don't go getting into any trouble ah hear'?

The two young men nod vehemently and led the party off into the cemetery

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Pick the order you march as the graveyard might be dangerous after dark... 1-6 are the available positions. A1 and A2 are representing the two acolytes.

The old cleric pauses again looking to Eldon, leans up on a nearby pew... Hrm...I imagine there must be some records about the Harrowstone fire, but unfortunately I wouldn't know where to start looking. It could take some time but ill have one of the boys look into it. If you're looking for more immediate results I'd go over and see Councilman Gharen Muricar. I don't know what they might have over there from that time but i know they record the content of the town council meetings. He might have the list you are looking for but just a warning he's a little ornery.
Feeling content with his response to Eldon he turns to Norna and smiles.
The service starts at sundown, We ring the bells for a few minutes as a reminder a little while before we begin...We always welcome new faces here in the house of Pharasma!

Yes the acolytes will be available after the service is completed. There is about six hours give or take that are available for free roam. Give me an idea of what you plan to do next being you have options and plenty of time to do some of them

another question, I've seen some games elect to use a "party leader" to make basic group decision without needing everyone to weigh in. Would you guys be interested in using this play style?

His brow tightens as he looks down to the young Vladlena...What might that be child?
anyone wishing to talk to the priest can feel free to use diplomacy, bluff or intimidate. These rolls all can cause different outcomes so choose wisely.......

The party heads into town looking for the Temple of Pharasma as discussed back at the estate. The overcast sky provides enough sunlight for the party to quickly realize the Temple doesn't lie in the immediate city limits. You hesitatingly begin the task of talking to the hostile unwelcoming locals, with a few failed attempts you begin to get frustrated at their blind incivility. When you are almost at your breaking point you hear chiming of bells off in the distance across the river to the west. Norna immediately recognizes it as the mid morning chime, a practice that is used by many towns where city-officials hire the local temples to work as a sort of alarm during the daytime hours; This service allows townfolk to keep track of the time without needing access to expensive clocks.

The party follows the chimes out of the town limits over the northern bridge and see the beautiful structure sitting by itself among a couple wheat fields.
This appears to be Ravengro’s only religious structure, the temple is also the town’s most elaborate building. When you approach you notice its eastern facade displays an intricate stained-glass mural depicting a stern Pharasma judging a man of high nobility....

The front doors are open as you approach the building, just inside you see Father Grimburrow preparing the sanctuary for the daily Worship that takes place at dusk.

Hello, Welcome to the House of Pharasma! How may I help you all on this blessed of days?

Cue Scene

It is only a couple more minutes of walking before you see Father Grimburrow and a few more temple acolytes waiting quietly as you approach. A temporary gazebo has been erected around the burial site with a couple torches to provide dim light in the area.

The casket is taken by the acolytes and placed onto a winch apparatus that will lower it in place. The Priest of Pharasma stands at his small pulpit and gives a brief sermon detailing the journey to the afterlife and how now Petros' soul can now be at rest. Father Grimburrow steps down from the pulpit.

Now if any of Petros' loved ones would like to say a fews on behalf of the deceased celebrating his life please step forward. Kendra gives you a reassuring glance as she waits for the group to finish their testimonials

To recount a story that moves the audience make a DC 15 diplomacy or perform