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L25.281 Quakewater

An extremely precious, sought after and dangerous substance known for melding the isolated characteristics of earth and water elemental salts. In small amounts, Quakewater lightly tremors by itself for several years. When combined in larger volumes, its tremors multiply in magnitude which may cause violent forces to propagate from it. It is said that Quakewater lies deep in the earth in small pockets which gradually meld and causing large earthquakes.

T25.280 The Lancebearer, Part 5.34

"The Right Sprig is truly the most peaceful of the many others, I've travelled to. I must say even I am tempted to settle here!" the man in the strange helmet spoke to the sergeant who chuckled.

L25.280 Gentle Tiger

A mythical creature of omen, representing masterful deception. Depicted as a tiger with a single stripe, laying in a prone, subservient manner, but with hind legs tensed in preparation of striking. Unlike the other creatures of omen who have been recorded being spotted in ancient times, the Gentle Tiger is a newer creature of omen that was spotted in the Southern Jungles. The tiger was spotted when the meagre orces of the Exiled Saint Migir-Umat successfully routed, through deception, the larger, pursuing armies of the Straw Throne of Ninur-Sin.

T25.279 The Lancebearer, Part 5.33

Below the largest of the open tents, Domel saw seated on stools two men. The first, Domel clearly recognised as the Sergeant of the Watchtower, Aanlop, but the other appeared to be a stranger wearing a thick, manteau of blue feathers and wearing a bronze helmet with the strange rhombic rim.

L25.279 Spinerash

One of the most infamous diseases known in the land. Spinerash causes the entire of one's spine to itch perpetually, causing great discomfort for long periods of time. Victims of the Spinerash malaise often die of exhaustion due to being unable to sleep for several days in a row. The cure and cause for this disease is not known.

T25.278 The Lancebearer, Part 5.32

Returning the salute, Domel's company went into the fort before the portcullis was closed behind them. Past the wall was a narrow courtyard in which were set up several tents made of black linen, dimly lit by several ember braziers.

L25.278 Weepers' Syndrome

A defect of the body known for its causing the afflicted to constantly shed tears. In exchange for the defect however, the Weeper is bestowed considerably higher abilities of manipulating Salt, in proportion to the volume of tears typically shed at any moment. Due to their dangerous potential, they are typically ganged up on when identified, preventing them from becoming too powerful.