Jhod Kavken

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Speed: 30 ft

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Charisma: 14
Constitution: 12
Dexterity: 10
Intelligence: 10
Strength: 10
Wisdom: 16

RaceHuman

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Breastplate +1
Unarmed Strike
Longbow +1

Jhod Kavken
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Jhod Kavken
Brevoy Battle Priest
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"Your Grace, I... we need another advisor, who is equipped to deal with issues of magic. In the past I have sp
"Of course, I don't believe a word of it. This isn't a curse, but some... disease, which has somehow manifeste
"Your Grace, we've finally cleared all of the spiders from the barony – though it wasn't easy. Several people
"Then it's time to send for our workers, and remove every trace of this heresy."
Jhod nods in content. "Well said! There are simply too many of those... ugh!"
"Thanks to your tolerance of the small cults, rumors are spreading that every minor religion will be welcomed
"I bear bad news, Your Grace. A number of foul idols have been seen around your new capital! They don't belong
"Why would I? Take a look around. This land is covered in forests. There are plenty of deer in the thickets. W
"This will return to bite you later, Your Grace. You'll see… The moment turn your attention away, they'll be b
"We must opt for one of the great gods, thus winning the hearts of his many followers. The most influential pr
"Cayden had a wonderful influence on your kingdom. One fair goes on after another, and people treat each other
"Asmodeus is the strongest of the archdevils. Cheliax, a powerful kingdom, has long prospered under his patron
Jhod bows his head. "Each day, I see dozens of infected, Your Grace. Many people have lost their loved ones or
Jhod folds his hands on his chest. "Well, now that we're all here, let's sum up what we know. We've each spent
"The worst sin in Touvette is believing in anyone or anything other than Voran. The general has declared war o
"The people say that this priest speaks of some Speakers of the Depths. It's the first time I'm hearing any of
"I have bad news, Your Highness. The idols you ordered protected have become crime scenes again and again. Blo
"Let me be frank, Your Grace. I've been in this position for too long, and each day I feel more worthless. You
"I'd like to congratulate you, Your Highness. These lands were once a gloomy, godforsaken place. Its people we
"He expelled all the priests from Touvette. Dissenters were dragged behind horses through the streets, and sto
"That's right, every word you said was perfect! With a ruler like this, the future of the Stolen Lands is look
"The baroness is right, come to think of it. After all the horrors that took place within those walls, the bui
"Let me be frank, Your Grace. I've been in this position for too long, and each day I feel more worthless. You
"The curse will grow in strength, and we predict it will reach the peak of its strength in about one month. Th
"Asmodeus' followers have brought order to your domain. Laws are executed consistently, and punishments are no
"This is a wise decision, Your Grace. Abadar doesn't have too many enemies. No one will be sorely disappointed
"The losses were staggering. Many have died, and others have lost their homes. However, life is slowly returni
Jhod gives you a tight smile and shakes his head. "So much has happened, and much more is still to come, mark
"I will make sure that they are entirely driven from your lands."
"I do not like this solution. We must face this evil steadfast, and never try to defeat one dark magic with an
"This will return to bite you later, Your Grace. You'll see… The moment turn your attention away, they'll be b
"Oleg is more important than a few months' worth of taxes. Collecting now would ruin a kind and honest — if so
"These impostors must be stopped! Their bloodlust and blasphemy ill become us! Some would appoint the General
"That's a strong statement. But while you ride your high horse in here, your people are dying out there, and n
"Let me be frank, Your Grace. I've been in this position for too long, and each day I feel more worthless. You
"Summoning the god of law and tyranny to lands that have hosted chaos for centuries... This is either very wis
"Then let Abadar ensure your people are civilized and prosperous."
"We have arrested some agitators from Touvette. They claim themselves harbingers of atheism, and doubt the hig
"Your Grace." Jhod gives a nod, then nods to the guards, who file out of the room.
"In any case, we can't do anything right now anyway. Tristian and I have been to this hilltop. There's nothing
"Cayden loves freedom and the simple pleasures of life. People feel at ease with him. They drink, have fun, an
"Your Grace..." Jhod coughs politely. "The goblin... the one you found, has asked to see you. He claims you ar
The priest sighs heavily. "As you wish. But with Erastil as my witness, this will not lead to much good."
"Your Grace! The barony suffered huge losses during the spider invasion. Their poison killed everything – peop
"You ungrateful... That 'failure' didn't hesitate to give is life defending you and this barony of yours!" Jho
Jhod nibbles his mustache, annoyed. "Oh, these Stolen Lands... They're a breeding ground for filth! No sooner
Jhod's eyes widen. "What unprecedented cruelty! They are like confused children, mistreated by their strict pa
"Ugh! That's the only solution these nitwits could come up with...? Don't worry, Baron. As long as they're not
"A bad peace is better than a good war."
"! It's all gone! The idols around the capital that we chopped down... They were some kind of security walls,
"But never mind. Let's stop this dark talk, at least for today. Here's what I should like to say instead: thou
Jhod's eyes widen. "What unprecedented cruelty! They are like confused children, mistreated by their strict pa
Jhod frown. "Actually, Your Grace, if you are considering accepting assistance from this... this..."
"A little feasting and fun won't hurt this kingdom and its citizens."
"We must order the Minister to send assassins after the bloody cultists! No, not assassins... We should invite
"Sacrifice and murder haunts our forests, and your subjects grow suspicious of the other cults. There was a cl
Jhod's sorrow is plain on his face. "Your Grace, if I may? I just need a moment of your time." He takes a deep
Jhod freezes, astonished. "Your Grace, I am not glad to suffer such guests myself – but an execution? As you w
Jhod purses his lips and scratches the back of his head vigorously. "Hm... I don't like it. They lead otherwis
Jhod blushes, then turns pale, his fingers trembling. "Your Grace, blasphemy awakens in your domain! I hear ru
"Let me be frank, Your Grace. I've been in this position for too long, and each day I feel more worthless. You
Jhod looks at you closely. "Are you suggesting we wait for them all to succumb to this Bloom, Baron? Let's pra
"Ah... yes. Oleg has sent word of these goblins via courier, but he has been reluctant to leave in case they r
Jhod frowns and clenches his fists. "I'll make sure they're driven away quietly. Let them preach their false i
"We've argued in circles on the matter, Your Grace, but it is ultimately your decision anyway. We'll abide by
"Who else can I turn to, Your Grace? This fool's words were frightening the people, but alas — the crowds tend
"Don't be such a pessimist, Tristian! We might truly be able to overcome the curse — but only by studying it t
"A wise decision, Your Grace. I'll begin the search for proper healers immediately."
"The fool didn't realize he should have come to you immediately, but even so, please lend him your ear!"
"You are kind, Your Grace… perhaps too kind." Jhod bows. "However, your word is law. I shall escort Remus from
"Praised be Erastil! Is that a glimpse of reason? I thank you, Your Grace, you have turned this poor man towar
"Well, then there shan't be any Nethys archives in the capital. We can do just fine without them."
"It seems your goblin friend and his allies have been industrious in their latest blasphemy – they are erectin
"I agree with Linzi. This does seem strange. Seems more like the plot of an insane dryad than a true curse."
"Your Grace, do you have a moment? Kesten and I have a matter to discuss with you."
Jhod stumbles slightly. "Though to be honest, that isn't exactly what we wanted to speak to you about. Tristia
"Abadar is the god of cities and laws, merchants and trade. All he cares about is law and order. It wouldn't b
"Now, with the capital finally returning to a semblance of normalcy, I think we should consider commemorating
"A brilliant idea, Your Grace. Kesten would have been proud to know his example will inspire new generations o
"I'll return to my regular duties, then. Thank you for your time." Jhod bows and turn to leave.
"Your Grace, we are victorious! We fought off the spider invasion, and defeated the strange dryad who led them
You hear Jhod give a sigh of relief.
"Your Grace, there is one small matter... a series of small matters, actually, that's growing into a larger pr
The priest sighs heavily. "As you wish. But with Erastil as my witness, this will not lead to much good."
"Your Grace! Allow me to congratulate you on receiving the title of baroness! I am confident that you will be
"I suppose that gives us our answer, then. We won't bother you with the issue any further, Your Grace."
Jhod exhales loudly, catching his breath. "And now there is a new woe! Tristian and I believe the curse did no
"Well, . I didn't expect to live long enough to witness this: the Stolen Lands have finally gained a proper ki
Jhod purses his lips and scratches the back of his head vigorously. "Hm... I don't like it. They lead otherwis
"May Erastil guard your kingdom. Rule wisely, don't be too harsh to your people without reason, and remain on
"Very well! I shall ensure that nothing remains of them, rest assured!"
"I agree with Tristian! We have been to this hilltop. It's barren, but filled with a dense atmosphere of uneas
The priest ponders. "I know many gods. Some of them show favor to mortals, some show wrath. But some want noth
"Things have gone horribly wrong in our barony of late. The victims are counted in hundreds — it will take a l
"Abadar and his followers have brought law and order to your kingdom. Little by little, the Stolen Lands are s
"You relentlessly pursued the small cults of dark and vile gods, and cleared the lands of blight and abominati
Jhod nods. "Don't worry about what to tell them. I'll find the right words. The priests of Nethys will see the
"Your Grace, you have to deal with this madman!"
"Erastil have mercy, will you be silent, you fool?!"
Jhod's frown deepens. "If this 'Nok-Nok' TRULY wishes to be of help and is one goblins might listen to, there
"I suggest we tear them down and be done with it. Who know what evil still lingers in the Stolen Lands from th
Jhod cuts Kesten off with a gesture. "People think you're cursed, Your Grace. And it would be in your own best
"Shush, girl, stop babbling, would you? You've been hammering our ears for long enough! It's time to let other
"It's a harsh penalty, Your Grace… but a just one. Anyone who preaches fear and causes discord must face the c
"Oh, and another thing: a delegation of Nethys worshipers has come to us from Absalom. They've dragged a minia
"Enough, girl, let us say a word or two as well!" Jhod takes a deep breath, filling his chest. "So, Your Grace
"I'm afraid we won't be able to resolve the situation without your help. We won't take much of your time, Your
"Really? Very well. Then let him leave the barony forthwith – we've enough trouble without these Speakers!"
"Are you certain that we need even more war and bloodshed? I'm afraid Gorum does not promise security to our k
Jhod clears his throat and continues muttering in a friendly manner. "The outsiders are a source of much good
Jhod bows. "Thank you. I will personally attend to all matters related to this decision you've made."
Jhod nods. "That's right. Thus, we can assume a common factor in how people are exposed to these seeds: many v
The cleric smiles, satisfied. "After finding the source of the disease, we've been working to remove the seeds
"Gorum's priests are generous with their blessings for our warriors. Our fighters are strong, daring in battle
Jhod sighs quietly, studying Oleg with a worried expression.
Jhod sniffs. "You're making a mistake! What if something hideous crawls out from under them? Some daemon or wo
"Your people will remain on edge, so long as these fanatics remain. They will not suffer such neighbors. – And
"Right. Judging from the location in the patients' bodies, these seeds were ingested. It seems likely that the
"In our darkest hour, he stood at the head of the militia and spared the barony from popular unrest. If not fo
"And this wound will undoubtedly open again! Tristian and I felt something approaching... Something ominous. T
"Your Highness! The fame of our domain is increasing. Many priests look to erect their temples in the capital.
Everyone examines the map closely. "Erastil have mercy..." Jhod exhales slowly. "Exactly! Along the river! Tha
"It's about the old prison. The one we were using as a field hospital. Now that the Season of Bloom has passed
Jhod purses his lips stubbornly. "We will ask them to leave – politely, but firmly. I hope they will discover
Jhod is silent for a moment, then sighs. "There's truth to what you say, Your Grace. We must think of the baro
"As soon as the seed gains enough strength, it sprouts and turns into a magic portal. Just like a bud turning
"It's a bad place! Wars between rival priests tore Touvette apart. The fighting almost destroyed the country.
Jhod is annoyed and mumbles something, but then waves his hand with a sigh. "As you wish."
"Agreed. I'll give the necessary orders."
Jhod straightens, his face flushing. "As if that wasn't enough, this — Erastil forgive my words — 'prophet' bl
"Could you please look into the matter? The guards are hesitant to deal with the one close to you personally."
Jhod looks to be puzzled and amused at the same time. "Your Grace! I've brought you an extremely unusual messa
"It's up to you to decide this homegrown Aroden's fate, Baron. I await your command."
"We beg your pardon, Your Grace, for intervening with you getting the grasp of your barony. I'm sure you have
You hear Jhod give a sigh of relief.
Judging by his flared nostrils and furrowed brow, something has upset Jhod greatly. "Your Grace! I have here o
"Gorum is the dark patron of battle, the master of violence, bold and merciless. His followers believe only in
"I'm certain we can reach an agreement with Jamandi and acquire the trading post in short order without any di

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