Elrithiens research journal

Cycle 1, Year of the Arcane Star

My name is Elrithien, and I am the leader of the Star Scorpion Crafters' Guild. I find solace in documenting our progress in this journal, as our work is both demanding and exhilarating. Today, we have taken the first steps in our experiments to create automatons. Our latest creation, the Arcane Loom, weaves intricate patterns of magic and metal, forming the basis for our automatons' exoskeletons. We are still in the early stages, but our work fills me with hope and excitement.

Cycle 3, Year of the Arcane Star

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Cycle 7, Year of the Astral Comet

Our work on the automatons has proven to be a long and arduous process. The years have passed, and we've faced many setbacks and frustrations. Progress is slow, but we remain dedicated to our goal. I must remind myself that great achievements often require great patience.

Cycle 9, Year of the Astral Comet

Life in the facility continues to be a whirlwind of activity. We work tirelessly, but we also make time to share in the camaraderie and joy that comes from our shared passion for crafting. My colleagues and I often exchange lighthearted banter as we tinker away at our creations. Just today, I joked with Delariel about how our automatons may soon be capable of crafting themselves, rendering us obsolete. She laughed, but there was a glimmer of concern in her eyes. The future is uncertain, and the implications of our work are vast.

Cycle 11, Year of the Astral Comet

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Cycle 13, Year of the Shimmering Nebula

Today, we have made a significant breakthrough in our quest to create automatons. After years of dedication and countless setbacks, our creations are beginning to show signs of sentience. It's fascinating, yet unnerving. I cannot help but wonder if we are pushing the boundaries of what is ethically acceptable in our pursuit of progress.

Cycle 15, Year of the Shimmering Nebula

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Cycle 16, Year of the Shimmering Nebula

In our pursuit of creating sentient automatons, we developed a device known as the Soul Luxon. Initially, its purpose was to grant reincarnation cycles to machines so that they could continue performing their duties without the need for extensive retraining. However, as our automatons approach sentience, the implications of the Soul Luxon's capabilities are unknown and potentially far-reaching. It is our responsibility to ensure that this technology is used wisely and ethically.

Cycle 17, Year of the Shimmering Nebula

Our sales of crafted goods to various clients have been flourishing, although recent dealings with infernal forces have left a bitter taste in my mouth. I cannot deny the lucrative nature of these transactions, but the implications weigh heavily on my conscience. The years have passed, and our automatons continue to advance, but at what cost?

Cycle 19, Year of the Celestial Alignment

Today, I received a most peculiar request. The leader of a mysterious cult known as the Ashen Covenant has requisitioned a visor from our guild. The price they are willing to pay is immeasurable, yet I cannot shake the feeling that this transaction may have unforeseen consequences. The visor will be a powerful artefact, and I worry about placing it in the hands of those whose intentions are unknown to us.

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The atmosphere in the facility has been tense in recent days, but we still find moments of levity amidst the uncertainty. Today, while discussing the potential applications of the Soul Luxon, I jokingly suggested that we could use it as a "genesis machine" to seed new life on distant planets. My colleagues laughed at the idea, but I could see the spark of curiosity in their eyes. As we continue to push the boundaries of our understanding, we must remain mindful of the power we wield and the consequences of our actions.

Cycle 20, Year of the Celestial Alignment

The Ashen Covenant leader is due to arrive soon. The visor is ready, and it is truly a marvel of craftsmanship. I cannot help but feel a sense of pride in our work, even as I grapple with the uncertainty of what lies ahead. The facility has been buzzing with excitement, but also apprehension. We all know that the visor is a powerful tool, and its ultimate purpose remains shrouded in mystery.

Cycle 20, Year of the Celestial Alignment

Today is the day of the Ashen Covenant leader's arrival, and something extraordinary has happened. Our automatons have achieved sentience. This monumental breakthrough could not have come at a more precarious time. We have decided to conceal this discovery from the Ashen Covenant. We must protect our creations and ensure they are not manipulated for nefarious purposes.

In the face of the unknown,

In campaign 2

Paige read this decayed journal in Elrithien's tomb in 1034.