Ursula settles in to life in the Clinic. Eriana seems a little calmer and recognizes that something must be wrong with her. Events mean that Ursula has to spend time talking to Hanida.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

106 - Explanations in the Wet

The Visund has arrived at Joth at the same time as the edge of the Rains rolls over the Great Valley. The ship must somehow be unloaded and safe shelter found for the crew, but Eriana is indisposed and medical help takes priority. A nearby establishment may be just the place to take her.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

104 - At the Clinic

At their hostel the Visunders are alert for any trouble in the night and, sure enough, something is tried. Unfortunately, the results include a body which means their departure from Ferenis will be delayed. Eriana becomes more desperate as the Rains approach, wanting to put some distance between the Visund and Denethar before they are forced to find shelter.

The Voyage of the Visund

A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

102 - Night Visitations

Author's note: I am shocked by how long it has taken to produce this chapter. For once it has been a number of different things, all beyond my control. Hopefully (!) I will be able to do better in future.

A small group travel to meet the Council of Fanir, who are anxious to discover just what the 'Federation' is. During the discussions they are forced to relate some part of their previous adventures which impresses their hosts. On returning to the port, however, Tor has some alarming news.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

100 - The Council of Fanir

Chapter Forty.

Chapter Thirty-four.

Part Eight by Iona Laing.

Chapter Twenty-two.

Chapter Nineteen.

by Iona Laing.

Chapter Thirteen.

Part Three by Iona Laing.

Chapter Seven.

Aboard the exploration fleet flagship The Vasco da Gama, Admiral Maurice Suarez was in a video monitor conference interview with the survivors of the shuttle Oslo. All of whom had returned to The Roald Amundsen via the shuttle Bergen. The eight survivors were all still stunned and shook up, not fully understanding exactly what had befallen their shuttle and particularly their two missing comrades.

Chapter One.

Eriana finds that the Visund is overloaded and their departure from Bibek is cautious. Their passage is not helped when they are threatened by a Pakmal galley. In Faralan they visit Count Darkwin and receive an offer of assistance.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

98 - Return to Faralan

Eriana and Tor attempt to decide who is going on the Visund but extras keep appearing. Deliberations are interrupted by a disturbing invasion of the harbor and river. Later, there is a final unexpected addition to the list of travelers.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

96 - Crew Selection

On Midsummer's Night Lars is injured but fortunately help is close at hand. His injuries will take time to heal and that causes problems for Eriana, who expected to spend the Rains planning the future structure of the Navy. Of course, Ursula has an idea.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

94 - Embers and Plans

After struggling with baulky rigging, the Downwind Dasher arrives at Bibek with the other vessels. Margrave Simbran is waiting there to give the visitors a proper welcome.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

92 - Arrival At Bibek

The two men from the Six Cities are told the truth about the Rains, which they had previously considered tales for unwary travelers. Ursula reveals to Ketko what exactly is in his potion. Following a visit by two Faral officers and a Zebrin, Ursula and Tyra are taken to view the changes being made to the Dhow-nwind Dasher to transport the injured to Bibek, following which Ursula makes a General Order concerning... hats?

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

90 - Clearing the Creek

Ursula attempts to find out more about Bineer Ketko but the conversation proves to be both puzzling and frustrating. A trip to the mess tent to clear her head leads to a chance meeting with Zakaros, who has a request for her to consider. This leads to an unexpected revelation.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

88 - Cross Purposes

At Hamalbek the illness of the mystery man suddenly presents a problem. Is everybody else in the camp at risk? Ursula and the other healers struggle to find an answer with only their own experiences as a guide. Then there is a comment from an unexpected source...

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

86 - Mystery of the Disease

The surviving pirates are shipped off and the camp begins to look settled. Late afternoon, Simbran and Eriana speak to the released captives, bringing them all up to date and offering options for their futures. The condition of the sick men still worries Ursula.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

84 - The Leaders Speak

The Norse and Zebrins have been confronted by a local force with an officer who wants to shoot first and not bother asking questions. Eriana and Ursula do their best to pacify him but then another vessel arrives... and another, and another! The first of these newcomers is an unexpected surprise but the occupants are able to answer many questions.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

82 - Gathering at Hamalbek

The most dangerous point?

 

Tales of Faralmark
The Margrave Descends


by Julia Phillips

02 – War Zone

The strength of the pirates has surprised the searchers but they know there is no time to lose to prevent any further attacks. A two-pronged assault is planned but this will require Ursula to use some of her unusual talents. When the troops finally join battle with their enemy, there are some unexpected discoveries.

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A tale of Anmar by Penny Lane

80 - Combined Operations