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Jadren’s smile grows wider with every word the captain speaks through Cawlo’s mouth. Listening to his late captain, Jadren walks over to Kaako and puts his hand on his shoulder. ”Well done, Kaako. Well done.” He whispers.

Jadren does not hesitate a second. Having been at Iomedae’s temple and trained has definitely changed him and turned him into a better person. Nevertheless, hiding in a stone building all his life is probably not the right path ahead. He walks towards the boat they’ve been gifted and picks up Cawlo on the way. His armor squeaks terribly at this point. ”Me too Cawlo, me too.”

He turns around to his crewmates. ”Y’all coming?”

Well that took off yesterday, I believe I checked in a couple of hours too early. Thanks for botting! Time zones are a thing unfortunately.

”Thanks Lavanna!” Jadren yells over to the Halfling that saved his life on multiple occasions today. ”Keep on pounding, big boy.” He says towards the skeleton and takes a step to his left, to help Kaako find some vulnerable spots more easily.
He then begins to hack away.

◆ Step
◆ Longsword#1 vs. flat-footed: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (9) + 16 = 25; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (2, 4) + 4 = 10
◆ Longsword#2 vs. flat-footed: 1d20 + 16 - 5 ⇒ (9) + 16 - 5 = 20; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (3, 1) + 4 = 8
◆ Hasted Longsword#3 vs. flat-footed: 1d20 + 16 - 10 ⇒ (7) + 16 - 10 = 13; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (4, 1) + 4 = 9
↺ Reactive Shield, AC 25

Jadren feels the hook piercing his flesh again. I have to get out of this.
He attempts to break out of the close engagement with the skeleton.
◆ Escape (Athletics) vs. Athletics DC: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (19) + 13 = 32
I hope that’s enough. I’ll continue the post assuming I’m free.

Finally out of the claws of that beast, Jadren steps aside to possibly flank the massive creature, before attacking it with his longsword. He doesn't want to give away Kaako's position, but he surely hopes the tengu will attack from the opposite side to through their foe a bit off-guard.

◆ Step
◆ Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 - 5 ⇒ (5) + 16 - 5 = 16; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (8, 1) + 4 = 13
◆ Hasted Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 - 10 ⇒ (9) + 16 - 10 = 15; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (6, 3) + 4 = 13

↺ Reactive Shield; AC 25

That’s some crazy rolls going on here, holy cow.

Jadren turns pale like a ghost when the massive hook impales him and almost cuts him in half. Close to vomiting seeing the blood and intestines spilling out of his plate armor, his eyes go wide when he feels the warmth of what he can only suspect is Lavanna’s healing hands.

”Thanks, dear.” He says still sounding a bit weak. The gleeful spark in his eyes that has been there throughout the whole exploration through these caves vanishes as he scowls at the massive skeleton in front of him.

”I didn’t like that, big boy.” He growls and raises his shield before he begins hacking at the undead beast with his longsword, only halting for a brief second trying to remember what they've taught him in the temple.

◆ Raise Shield, AC 25
◆Recall Knowledge (Religion): 1d20 + 9 ⇒ (3) + 9 = 12
◆ Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (10) + 16 = 26; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (2, 7) + 4 = 13
◆ Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 - 5 ⇒ (16) + 16 - 5 = 27; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (8, 3) + 4 = 15

“Alright alright!“ Jadren responds to Cawlo and only takes the gaff before he joins the others in the next chamber.

He appears in time to watch Elsir and Lavanna solve the riddle and trigger the illusion. ”Quiet the show.” He says. ”Back in Oppara me and the boys went hunting for some sky metal once as well.” He hints at yet another anecdote about his youth.

Pointing the gaff towards the now open pathway into the next room, he turns to his crewmates. ”You don’t mind me waltzing right in, do you?” He waits a second for any objections, before he would continue to enter the next chamber.

"Are you alright over there?" Jadren yells as he hears the commotion in the other room. A quick glance through the archway and he assures himself that they are alright.

Let them figure this out. I'll try my luck here.

Having seen the gaff and the club on his way to the statue, Jadren decides to pick up every weapon in the armory that isn't a bladed weapon or a spear.

With his arms filled he looks around to find Cawlo. "Huh?" He grunts in a questioning fashion, to see if he's on the right track.

Jadren has been quietly following the group and looked at the new puzzles and riddles provided in the adjacent rooms. ”Ah, my head.” he says and scratches his forehead. Well look at this, Jadren has a migraine now, too. ”All these riddles, I hope it’s worth it and the captain isn’t just making fools out of us.” Shooting a quick glare at Cawlo to see if the parrot would react to that, he moves into the armory feeling more comfortable here.

Remembering what was written on the map and looking at the magical weapons that survived here, he comes up with a plan. ”Take not their blade or spear…” he mumbles and then turns to the group. ”Hey!” He shouts to get the attention of everyone that might be in the adjacent chamber. ”Yevel’s rapier is not blade nor spear. Maybe it’s the key to get the treasure?” He suggests and then steps closer to the brass statue to investigate if there might be a hole or something else you could pierce the rapier into. Perception +11

Jadren holds still and watches Lavanna patch up his wounds. ”Thanks, Lavanna.” He says with a smile. When she proceeds to tend to her own wounds her hands seem to loose the flow somewhat.

”Here let me help you.” Jadren says and places a hand on her forehead. ”I’ve learned a thing or two, the last five years.” He continues and flashes another broad smile, when the warmth of his divine powers flow through Lavanna and heal her wounds.

”That should do it.” Jadren finishes in a reverent tone and turns to find a silent corner for a quick prayer to thank Iomedae. ”Give me a second.” He requests from his crewmates before he kneels down, his sword placed on the floor in front of him, mumbling a prayer to the Inheritor.

Lay on Hands +18 HP for Lavanna. +10 minutes to refocus

I take the full damage on that crit. It would break my shield and I believe we do have means of healing people, but are less adept when it comes to mending items.

The massive blow of the water torrent hits Jadren right in the chest and sends the tall man flying through the air. It is quite impressive that Jadren lands on his feet and not on his rear end. ”By the Lady of Valor…” He mumbles visibly stunned by the hit and wipes of a trail of blood from running down his chin from a split lip.

A sudden warmth overcomes Jadren, as Lavanna’s magic is able to heal the largest bruises and cuts he received. ”Thank you, my dear.” He says and nods with a warm smile towards the Halfling cleric, before tightening the grip of his sword. The jesting nature and cockiness has been quite literally washed off him, as Jadren approaches the living waterfall with grim determination.

”As I was saying: Let’s end this.” He steps straight back into the fray, presenting himself as the biggest target for the water elemental, so that Kaako and Lavanna can execute their planned pincer move. With a wide slash, Jadren continues to chop the creature to bits, before pulling up his shield again.

◆ Stride
◆ Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (11) + 16 = 27; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (7, 3) + 4 = 14
◆ Raise Shield; AC 25
↺ Shield Block if damage is 20 or lower

”A waterfall, huh?” Jadren says and looks puzzled after Lavanna shared her information. His gaze goes up to the ‘head’ of that thing when he tries to see any humanoid reaction or expression. Nothing.

“My seniors at the temple, won’t like if I come back with a rusty armor.“ Jadren says as he wipes a few wet strands of hair out of his sight. ”I bet, my feet are all wrinkly already. Let’s end this, big boy.” Over his shoulder he adds towards Kaako. ”Sizzle away, friend, just make sure you’re hitting the right brute. We’re both quite wet, though I’m the one clad in metal and that usually tends to not mix particularly well with electricity.”

A boyish grin flashes over Jadren’s face, he truly is enjoying the banter and fighting. ”Remind me to tell you about my friend Timmy when we’re done here. He peed against some metal fence that was trapped…Poor fella.”

Never lowering his shield, Jadren attacks the living waterfall with precise strikes.

◆ Raise Shield; AC 26
◆ Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (15) + 16 = 31; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (4, 5) + 4 = 13
◆ Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 - 5 ⇒ (17) + 16 - 5 = 28; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (4, 7) + 4 = 15
↺ Attack of Opportunity ⇒ Longsword +16; 2d8+4 (S) prioritized over
↺ Shield Block

“Thanks Lavanna!“ Jadren shouts over his shoulder, wet hair clinging to his skull but a wide smile on his face. He turns around to the waterman. ”Don’t be angry big fella, we’re almost done here.”

With speed and precision, Jadren cuts the water elemental twice, before raising his shield again.

◆ Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (16) + 16 = 32 ; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (8, 5) + 4 = 17
◆ Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 - 5 ⇒ (9) + 16 - 5 = 20 ; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (8, 3) + 4 = 15
◆ Raise Shield; AC 26
↺ Attack of Opportunity ⇒ Longsword +16; 2d8+4 (S) prioritized over
↺ Shield Block

Sorry for the absence over the holiday and thanks for botting Jadren. Unfortunately he does not have a repair kit on him, so the damage to the shield remains. There’s also been 3 damage from the fight with the snakes so the shield sits at 59/64 HP from my calculations.

A gush of water hits the stone floor with a loud splat, when Jaden coughs up the water the elemental forced down his throat. Jadren wipes his mouth with the back of his hand and grins at the water elemental in front of him.

”This reminds me of the time Timmy, Duncan and I fell into a well back in Oppara. Well we jumped into it, hiding from the guards…” He reminisces as he moves closer to face the creature.

”Let’s break some waves, shall we?” Jadren attempts a lousy pun, before he slashes at the liquid entity in front of him and raises his shield to fend off the upcoming assault.

◆ Step
◆ Strike Longsword: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (9) + 16 = 25 ; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (4, 3) + 4 = 11
◆ Raise Shield, AC 25
↺ Attack of Opportunity ⇒ Longsword +16; 2d8+4 (S) prioritized over
↺ Shield Block

Hey guys, it looks like I'll be having some time issues over the Easter holidays. I'll try to get some posts in but can't promise much unfortunately :(

I missed the fact that it was a nat20. That explains it! Thanks for taking the time.

Jadren looks at the minor cut on his wounds and at Lavanna’s work. ”Thanks, Lavanna.” he says and a boyish smile flashes over his face when he moves the wounded arm around. ”Good as new.” he says and sheathes his sword.

He proceeds to walk over the small pond and take out the patched together map. ”Make an offering to Gozreh, but prepare to face the storm’s wrath.” He repeats the words written on the section of the map depicting this chamber.

”What do you all make of this?” Jadren asks. ”Is there a special practice amongst worshippers of Gozreh? Lavanna you would know, right? I doubt we just toss a coin into the water and see what happens.” A bit confused the tall man scratches his head and his eyes move from the parchment in his hands to the pond and back.

Shield's hardness is 8 and the damage was only 5. Was there some damage off-screen to hold back some information? (which is totally fine btw, just trying to understand)

"Ha! Well done friends!" Jadren shouts in excitement.

Fortitude: 1d20 + 12 ⇒ (7) + 12 = 19

Jadren looks from the tiny scratch at his arm down at the last remaining creature in front of him. The itching already ceases as the tall man slashes twice at the ant, before raising his shield in a protective manner, again.

◆ Longsword: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (17) + 16 = 33; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (8, 1) + 4 = 13
◆ Longsword: 1d20 + 16 - 5 ⇒ (16) + 16 - 5 = 27; Damage: 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (2, 1) + 4 = 7
◆ Raise Shield; AC 25

Priority is to get an attack of opportunity in.
1. ↺ Attack of Opportunity ⇒ Longsword +16; 2d8+4 (S)
2. ↺ Shield Block

Jadren sighs as he hears the clacking and cluttering of way too many insect legs coming their way. He rolls his shoulders as he strolls into the main cavern. ”You let me know, when you want so save them too, will you?” He whispers to Lavanna as he passes by her.

He looks towards the wall where he can make out the sounds an even believes he can see some movement. With a loud bang he smashes the pommel of his sword against his shield that he is lifting to gain some extra protection.

”Come on now, filthy scum! Let’s see what you’re capable of!” He yells loudly, creating a small echo in the chamber.

◆ Stride 20 ft.
◆ Raise shield ⇒ AC 25
◆ Demoralize the closest enemy (red ant): 1d20 + 10 - 4 ⇒ (10) + 10 - 4 = 16

Priority is to get an attack of opportunity in, if none of them would trigger one (and Jadren would be somewhat aware of that), I would go for a shield block, if that would still align with Jadren’s knowledge at that point in time.
1. ↺ Attack of Opportunity ⇒ Longsword +16; 2d8+4 (S)
2. ↺ Shield Block

”And who’s fault is that Elsir? You could’ve trained too. If this is done, I’ll gladly teach you the ways of Iomadae. She led me on the path of redemption, it would be my pleasure to do the same for you.” Jadren says and his initial quipping tone quickly shifts to something more lecturing, as Jadrens puts his hand on Elsir’s shoulder.

”Let’s see what the captain has put away for us and then head back to the beach to find these diamonds.” Jadren continues as he draws his sword again. Upon encountering what sounds like giant ants he hold back at the entry of the cave, ready to rush in should the insects interfere with the crew’s inspection.

Yes that Follow the Expert boost is massive. To be fair though, this is about as ideal of a setup as you could hope for.

Jadren let’s the snake go.

Jadren feels exuberant after chopping off the black-patterned snake’s head. Bright red blood splatters across his plated legs and boots, while the lifeless body of the snake stains the sand. In the last minute, Jadren can place his shield in between himself and the remaining snake with the striking pink diamond pattern. He is just about to set after the fleeing reptile as Lavanna’s plead lets him stop dead in his movement.

With a nod, he sheathes his sword. ”Alright.” He walks over to the rest of the group as he examines the two small holes in his shield, left by the snake’s fangs. While poking his finger in one of them he looks at Lavanna. ”What’s the matter with you and these snakes? Do you know anything we don’t?” Jadren bluntly asks the Halfling.

After having asked Lavanna, Jadren turns towards the slain snake and gives it a closer look. Maybe there is something special about them?

Recall Knowledge Nature (untrained): 1d20 + 2 ⇒ (2) + 2 = 4

Jadren laughs out loud while entering the fray. I should've worn plate armor while I was pirate. This is amazing! Sure the sand is annoying but still... Jadren thinks and is apparently oblivious to the stupendous amount of maintenance required to keep such a suit of armor functional under the harsh conditions at sea.

Despite the armor protecting him from the snake bites, Jadren does not want to stretch his luck and raises his shield, before he slashes twice at the viper with the black pattern.

◆ Raise Shield ⇒ AC 25
◆ Longsword Strike #1: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (4) + 16 = 20; Damage (S): 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (6, 8) + 4 = 18
◆ Longsword Strike #2: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (20) + 11 = 31; Damage (S): 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (3, 5) + 4 = 12

Snake is flat-footed for 1 round on a crit.

Which ever is triggered first:
↺ Shield Block ⇒ Hardness 8; HP 64/64
↺ Attack of Opportunity ⇒ Longsword +16; 2d8+4 (S)

Oh I think I‘ve got where we were still a bit off regarding the puzzle. The locations where Varisia – N; Shackles – S; Absalom – E and River Kingdoms – N, right? The first Shackle location wouldn’t matter as it’s the starting point, I guess. Anyways, thanks for moving us along!

A sigh of relief is Jadren’s first reaction followed by a sense of pride to have mastered Captain Renlock’s first puzzle. The fact that some gnarly looking snakes are blocking their way into the cliff side, seemingly does not faze him in the slightest.

”I’ll try my best.” Jadren says to Lavanna with a foolhardy grin and draws his longsword. ”Let’ see how rusty my boarding skills are after all these years, shall we?” He adds towards Lavanna, he oozes excitement about what he is about to do.

In a much louder voice he turns to the crew. ”Follow me! And with that he runs over the deck of the boat he called home once. He dashes towards the stern of the boat and takes a quick leap over the railing onto the sandy beach, hacking at the snake in front of him even before his feet have touched the ground.

If it’s not possible to Sudden Charge off the boat, ignore the attack role and I would simply make a double stride into melee with black.

◆ Draw Weapon
◆◆ Sudden Charge: Longsword: 1d20 + 16 ⇒ (2) + 16 = 18;Damage (S): 2d8 + 4 ⇒ (5, 1) + 4 = 10

Which ever is triggered first:
↺ Reactive Shield ⇒ AC 25 (26 vs. Black)
↺ Attack of Opportunity ⇒ Longsword +16; 2d8+4 (S)

I can post in 2 hours. Sorry for the hold up.

”Not quiet huh?” Jadren grunts with frustration, but there is also a determined expression in his face now. He wants to solve this! He looks confused at Cawlo and then to the crew. ”Are we south of the Shackles here?”

In disbelief he gives the riddle another go. Shaking his head, still not convinced this is the right move, Jadren turns the wheel clockwise a whole turn so north points up again. Raising an eyebrow he looks at Cawlo. ”That’s what you meant, yeah?”. He then continues as with his first attempt.

North again with a full rotation counterclockwise. Then east turning the wheel clockwise again and ending with north after a counterclockwise rotation.

I doubt this is it. Too many norths, but that’s how I understood that bird :D
Feel free to take the wheel!

Jadren watches Kaako move the wheel and hrumphs loudly, while listening to the input of his other crewmates. As the wheel repositions itself with north pointing upwards, Jadren organizes his thoughts.

”I have an idea. Let me try.” He says to Kaako and grabs the wheel. ”The first clue is ‘the Shackles’ in the south. But we also need to go ‘with the tide’” His finger points at the wave at the center of the wheel which rolls towards the right (when the wheel is north-aligned). ”So with the tide is clockwise, against it counter-clockwise. Let’s try that. Also, only the four rudimentary directions, north, south, east and west are carved into the wheel. Let’s use only these.”

Jadren turns the wheel, so the carved S points upwards, turning the wheel clockwise. ”To Varisia. North. Against the tide. Counter-clockwise.” He slowly turns the wheel back to the starting-position. ”Home to the Shackles. South. Clockwise again…Or…” Jadren thinks for a minute before he spins the wheel. ”No it doesn’t match up. Let’s go to Absalom. East. Clockwise.” He spins the wheel so East points up.

”Last one. River Kingdoms. North. Counter-clockwise.” He puts the wheel in the final positon. Eagerly looking and listening, to see if it did the trick.

Jadren puffs out his chest with a proud smile in his face. After no obvious cave entry is apparent, he looks towards the cliff face and tries to discern if there is a hidden entry, which aligns with the position on the map.

Perception: 1d20 + 11 ⇒ (7) + 11 = 18

While still scanning the cliff side he mumbles to no one in particular. ”If there’s no entry… I might be subterranean… or below the sea.”

“I think you’re right, Kaako.“ Jadren says while glancing at the map over Elsir’s shoulder. ”At least regarding the chambers and how we need to move through them following the tides.”

His brows furrow as he looks at the geographic layout of the caverns and his lips quietly mouth the captain’s words. ”Look.” He begins speaking to his crew mates. ”The layout of that network, somehow resembles the journey suggested by the captain.” He puts his finger on the cavern with the drawing of a leaf. ”The home of the pirates. The Shackles in the south. The Varisian Coast. That’s in the north.” He puts his finger on the cave with the scimitar. ”Return home. Back to the first cavern. Then make your way to Absalom, which lies northeast of the Shackles.” He points at the the cavern with the rectangle and four circles. ”And finally: sail to the River Kingdoms. North-northeast of Absalom.” He puts his finger on the last cavern with the crown.

With a boyish grin, he looks at his fellow treasure hunters. ”What do you think?” He asks them. ”The riddles are probably what we need to understand to best the challenges in each chamber.”

Please someone smarter than Jadren, save the poor fool! :)

Whoops! For some reason I thought we all got back together somewhere, then got a hold of the Brass Bird again and set sail to the beach where we were to meet.

All good now, I was just confused because of the boat's name. I don't mind the shipwreck. Pretty on brand for that crew, I feel like :)

Jadren hears Lavanna’s question very well, but choses to ignore her – for now at least. He is not ready for that conversation yet and is quite thankful that he can proceed burying the hatchet with Kaako.

Jadren is the last one to move, still a bit hazy from the shipwreck he holds his head and gazes after Elsir as he simply walks across the water. Showoff… Jadren thinks, but the grin in his face takes the edge off of his thought. ”Well, I need to get the sand out of this thing anyways.” He says to himself and moves his arms and legs in his plate armor with a horrendous screeching sound. ”Might as well get back in that water.”

Athletics: 1d20 + 13 ⇒ (19) + 13 = 32

It does not seem like the full plate armor, or the fact that he has been away from the sea for five years, has diminished how comfortable Jadren feels in the surf. With a few quick, strong strokes he reaches what is left of the Brass Bird.

”I know all of you got a message from Cawlo to meet up again. Otherwise we wouldn’t be here.” Jadren begins after pulling himself over the remains of the railing onto the deck. He produces a folded piece of parchment from a waterproof leather satchel. ”So I’d assume you all have one of these as well?” He wiggles the piece of paper in his hand. ”The one I’ve got looks like a piece of a map to me. Cawlo spoke of ‘one last treasure’, when he came to me.”

He looks at his former crew mates, one by one, and while standing on the deck of their former ship, a wave of nostalgia flows over Jadren. ”Anyone…” The lump in his throat is very audible at that point. ”Anyone heard the captain speak of this, while he was still alive?”

Back when Cawlo arrived
Jadren was just about to head to the courtyard of the temple to train with the new recruits as Cawlo arrived and relentlessly pecked against the window of his small and plain chamber. Cawlo…? It took him a few seconds to recognize the bird-like contraption and a strange mix of excitement, regret and fear washed over him. He was far removed from the man he was the last time he saw that bird; yet, he still opened the window and received the message from late Captain Renlock.

Jadren did not hesitate for long. He grabbed a pre-packed backpack from under his bed – some part of him seemingly was always ready to move on and leave the temple that remolded him into the person he is today. He went to talk with the abbot and the high-priests, and they explained to him that his penance was fulfilled a long time ago. That he was a free man and could go where he pleased; and so he did.

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pre boat crash #2
For all his talk and thoughts about how much he changed, it was apparent that old habits die slowly. Jadren and Kaako went right back into arguing about the right course and got the whole crew into trouble because of it. Jadren has been the first mate on the Brass Bird and even though he has not been on a ship in the last five years, this surely could not mean somebody else was better suited to navigate their ship. It sure did, and when the towering wave rose in front of their vessel, Jadren swallowed his pride and ego just before the water crashed down on their tiny vessel and splintered it to bits.

Darkness.

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At the beach.

”…Jadren!...”

The darkness fades and only the cold remains, as Jadren coughs up a large amount of seawater. He looks at Lavanna, who leans over him and was apparently pushing the water out of his lungs. Jadren grabs her hand and manages a smile. ”Thank you, Lavanna.” He says with a hoarse voice and pulls himself up in a sitting position.

It takes a few moments for the tall man to get to his senses. He shakes his head, tries to free his nose and mouth from the sand that is making every part of him itch. He did not miss the sand, and having changed his old cutlass and leather vest for sword, shield and full plate he begins to regret not having brought any armor oil. Jadren spits more sand and seawater onto the beach before he clears his throat.

”Kaako.” Jadren begins and is interrupted by another cough as he addresses the Tengu that is scanning and observing the beach. ”I’m sorry Kaako. This is my fault.” He says and finally trusts his legs enough to stand up, still holding Lavanna’s hand for support. ”I should’ve listened. You’ve never left the sea behind, while I was sitting in a stone temple the last five years. I’ll try to be better at this.” Jadren brings forth and his voice slowly returns to its normal timbre. ”Old habits, I guess.” He adds to his apology – something his former self would never have considered - and flashes a boyish smile that is on the other hand very familiar to his old companions.

”Where’s Elsir?” Jadren asks all of a sudden. ”Where are we anyways?”

Hey, I hope my reading abilities will improve after my coffee, but right now I'm confused and don't want to go off the rails with my first post immediately.

I'm reading this as if we crashed a second time while trying to get to the rendezvous point or is this meant as a flashback for the first crash? The boat name sort of threw me off a little. Sorry.