The Hunt

Summary

• Story Arc
• Visit Ouroborus to Flashback to this story
• Issue 7
• Mage-Killer Zuhkara (Grandville)
• 40 - 45

Temporary Powers

Soul Trap
Ranged, Moderate DMG(Energy), -End, Special vs. undead

Soul Trap
Ranged, Moderate DMG(Energy), -End, Special vs. undead

Investigate Circle stronghold

A great power is descending upon us, Dread Tomax. According to my network of sources, a powerful Circle of Thorns mystic known as Senestrus has come to Grandville. I need to know whether those sources are correct. You will go to a certain Circle stronghold I know and beat the truth out of them. If you hear anything of Senestrus, bring the information to me at once.

Senestrus is a foul being, but one of inordinate power. Be careful.

You step once more into the ancient halls of Oranbega. As always, you have the feeling you're being watched.

Mission Complete: One of the mages you questioned gave up the information about Senestrus.

The mage's story

One of the Circle mages you defeated told you:

'Your pathetic Zuhkara is right. Senestrus is coming to Grandville, and this very day. But you will never find him in his new body!'

So my sources were right. Senestrus is coming, though the Circle seems to think we won't recognize him in the new body he's taken on. The fools. We will cut through any subterfuge to expose and destroy this vile mage, Dread Tomax. I promise you that.

Scour the streets

Senestrus' arrival has been confirmed, but we still don't know where to find him. You must scour the streets, Dread Tomax. You must find this mage, so you can destroy him.

The Circle are a weak and cowardly lot. I have no doubt they can be forced to give you the information you seek.

While you're out, you may as well test the soul trap once more. I want it working perfectly when you take on Senestrus.

Soul Trap
Ranged, Moderate DMG(Energy), -End, Special vs. undead

Mission Complete: One of the Circle mages gave up the location of a base preparing sacrifices for Senestrus' arrival.

The sacrifices

One of the Circle mages you interrogated said:

'All right! I don't know where Senestrus will be, but I know of a base that is preparing sacrifices to ensure his safety. You could learn more there.'

You hear a high-pitched scream.

Objective: The hostage you saved said, 'I know something that might interest you'

The false king

One of the hostages you rescued told you:

'I heard the guy you're looking for is walking around in the body of someone real important. A king or a prince, or something.'

Objective: The hostage you saved said, 'I know something that might interest you'

On fire and brimstone

One of the hostages you rescued told you:

'They said the guy they're waiting for has a lot of neat powers. Fire and stuff.'

Objective: The Disciple of Senestrus gasped, 'You will never win!'

The disciple's story

The Disciple of Senestrus said:

'You will never defeat Senestrus! He has not only his own powers, but also those of the body he has taken!'

Objective: The hostage you saved said, 'I know something that might interest you'

Senestrus' location

One of the hostages told you:

'I know where their boss is going! I'll tell you where!'

Mission Complete: You have more information about Senestrus

You have done well. I think we have all we need now to seek out and destroy Senestrus.

Vanquish Senestrus

We now know where the mage Senestrus will appear. You have only to take the soul trap and vanquish him, once and for all. Do it, Dread Tomax, and you will have your reward.

This victory will be sweet indeed.

Take the soul trap with you. It will aid you against Senestrus.

Soul Trap
Ranged, Moderate DMG(Energy), -End, Special vs. undead

The air down here seems warmer than usual.

Disciple of Senestrus [Boss] The Hellion known as Duke Mordragar has been possessed by the Circle of Thorns.

Mission Complete: You have defeated Senestrus!

Well done, my friend. Senestrus and I have been sparring for years. Now, his soul is mine, to do with as I please. A sweet victory indeed.