NEWS UPDATE
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HAWTHORNE HUT, EAST SHROUD - New information arises regarding the horrific pillar of flame seen in the Eastern Shroud from a most unique source - the Sylph encampment of Little Solace. This beast tribe is known for their closeness with nature, and their agitation at the use of such terrible magicks was evident. No small wonder, then, that they would be forthcoming regarding the apprehension of the "vile walking ones" responsible for the catastrophic events.
A Sylph, who introduced itself as Wrexio, met both the Adder retinue and its embedded journalist on the outskirts of Hawthorne Hut. From there, they were led to Little Solace proper to be directed to a "walking one" that had been apprehended leaving the Sylphlands shortly after the event. This individual had surrendered without a fight and had been held custody under armed guard within one of the huts used by the Gridanians who also live in Sylph encampment. It was in the mottled gloom of this crudely constructed building that the Adders learned of the events that had transpired.
The captive - a Dunesfolk male named Tmesis Oan, most notably known for his recent engagement to Ul'dahn socialite Annunu Nunu - spoke freely of the events despite his compromised position. According to Oan, he had been hired to assist in the extraction of a Hellsguard woman apparently taken hostage by the Garlean outpost after an attack on her caravan. While he admitted that Garlean deaths "were to be expected," he firmly stated that he had no idea of the power his clients would be bringing to the table.
"The original plan," Oan stated, "was merely sneak in and recover the girl with as little violence as possible." However, after capturing and questioning one of the Garlean officers on patrol, the rescue mission went off the rails. Upon learning of the fate of the captive, one of the clients "unleashed their unbridled fury" upon the outpost. The other client apparently attempted to restrain the ceruleum depot explosion with his own abilities, but it still caused the catastrophic pillar seen in the Shroud skies. When Oan himself attempted to confront them, he was put to sleep and both were gone when he awoke.
"I'm surprised she didn't just kill me too, since I was a witness to the whole thing," Oan admitted. "I am merely a tactician, so it would've been easy enough. Perhaps she figured either the Garleans would find me and think me the culprit... or that their display would frighten me into silence."
The quote may make him sound indifferent, but Oan refused to divulge the names and descriptions of his clients in fear of his own safety until he was guaranteed protection by the Twin Adders. Possibly in line with this request, the Gridanian authorities have refused to comment on his current whereabouts beyond that he was "being kept under armed guard." What they have provided, however is two names - Restless Wind and Jubini Carabini - along with the following composite sketches made based on both Oan's testimony and that of the denizens of Little Solace:
[What follows are two rough graphite mugshots of a Hellsguard female with two white marks on the side of her face and a Plainsfolk male with long hair. To those familiar with Restless Wind and Jubini Carabini, the likenesses are unmistakable. Both seem to be wearing floppy pointed hats often seen worn by many Thaumaturges.]
Restless Wind, the creator of the pillar of flame, is considered to be armed and highly dangerous. Citizens who encounter her are advised to not confront or engage her regarding the events of the Twelveswood. Adventurers are similarly advised to maintain their distance, and the Tonberry's Lantern is not to be held responsible for any loss of life resulting to any actions taken to the contrary.
Jubini Carabini - the one identified as the second caster who sought to restrain Wind's attack - is currently only being sought after for his possible connections and information regarding the whereabouts of Restless Wind. However, he is assumed to be a skilled Thaumaturge in his own right and should not be approached carelessly. The Twin Adders have instead requested that anyone who comes in contact with him to politely direct him to their offices in Gridania.
In order to see this horrible bender of magicks apprehended, the Twin Adders continue to maintain their 100,000 gil reward for any information regarding her and again urge the populace at large to "report, not restrain."
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HAWTHORNE HUT, EAST SHROUD - New information arises regarding the horrific pillar of flame seen in the Eastern Shroud from a most unique source - the Sylph encampment of Little Solace. This beast tribe is known for their closeness with nature, and their agitation at the use of such terrible magicks was evident. No small wonder, then, that they would be forthcoming regarding the apprehension of the "vile walking ones" responsible for the catastrophic events.
A Sylph, who introduced itself as Wrexio, met both the Adder retinue and its embedded journalist on the outskirts of Hawthorne Hut. From there, they were led to Little Solace proper to be directed to a "walking one" that had been apprehended leaving the Sylphlands shortly after the event. This individual had surrendered without a fight and had been held custody under armed guard within one of the huts used by the Gridanians who also live in Sylph encampment. It was in the mottled gloom of this crudely constructed building that the Adders learned of the events that had transpired.
The captive - a Dunesfolk male named Tmesis Oan, most notably known for his recent engagement to Ul'dahn socialite Annunu Nunu - spoke freely of the events despite his compromised position. According to Oan, he had been hired to assist in the extraction of a Hellsguard woman apparently taken hostage by the Garlean outpost after an attack on her caravan. While he admitted that Garlean deaths "were to be expected," he firmly stated that he had no idea of the power his clients would be bringing to the table.
"The original plan," Oan stated, "was merely sneak in and recover the girl with as little violence as possible." However, after capturing and questioning one of the Garlean officers on patrol, the rescue mission went off the rails. Upon learning of the fate of the captive, one of the clients "unleashed their unbridled fury" upon the outpost. The other client apparently attempted to restrain the ceruleum depot explosion with his own abilities, but it still caused the catastrophic pillar seen in the Shroud skies. When Oan himself attempted to confront them, he was put to sleep and both were gone when he awoke.
"I'm surprised she didn't just kill me too, since I was a witness to the whole thing," Oan admitted. "I am merely a tactician, so it would've been easy enough. Perhaps she figured either the Garleans would find me and think me the culprit... or that their display would frighten me into silence."
The quote may make him sound indifferent, but Oan refused to divulge the names and descriptions of his clients in fear of his own safety until he was guaranteed protection by the Twin Adders. Possibly in line with this request, the Gridanian authorities have refused to comment on his current whereabouts beyond that he was "being kept under armed guard." What they have provided, however is two names - Restless Wind and Jubini Carabini - along with the following composite sketches made based on both Oan's testimony and that of the denizens of Little Solace:
[What follows are two rough graphite mugshots of a Hellsguard female with two white marks on the side of her face and a Plainsfolk male with long hair. To those familiar with Restless Wind and Jubini Carabini, the likenesses are unmistakable. Both seem to be wearing floppy pointed hats often seen worn by many Thaumaturges.]
Restless Wind, the creator of the pillar of flame, is considered to be armed and highly dangerous. Citizens who encounter her are advised to not confront or engage her regarding the events of the Twelveswood. Adventurers are similarly advised to maintain their distance, and the Tonberry's Lantern is not to be held responsible for any loss of life resulting to any actions taken to the contrary.
Jubini Carabini - the one identified as the second caster who sought to restrain Wind's attack - is currently only being sought after for his possible connections and information regarding the whereabouts of Restless Wind. However, he is assumed to be a skilled Thaumaturge in his own right and should not be approached carelessly. The Twin Adders have instead requested that anyone who comes in contact with him to politely direct him to their offices in Gridania.
In order to see this horrible bender of magicks apprehended, the Twin Adders continue to maintain their 100,000 gil reward for any information regarding her and again urge the populace at large to "report, not restrain."
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