Interview with the Vampire

13 November , 595

The group decides to rest for the night before venturing back down. The morning of the 13th, they head back down toward the cave portion of the complex when they are ambushed by a large furry goblin with a sallow face and large fangs. It carries a heavy morningstar and a shield with various body parts nailed to it (hands, tongues, etc.). An attempt is made to surround it and beset it but even Salla's most impressive blow seems to have no effect on it. Finally, Salla realizes that the creature could be the vampire they are hunting, in which case, normal weapons would have no effect on it. But it is too late for Kyladrian, who succombs to the gaze of the beast. Kyladrian intercedes with the group and tussles with Baxtor in an attempt to defend his new master. Alastriel casts a spell which puts Kyladrian to sleep and that subdues him. The group does manage to land some blows on the vampire and the silvered weapons and holy water have some damaging effect on it. Suddenly, the beast vanishes in a cloud of mist which drifts away down the tunnel.

Kyladrian is tied up, despite his pleas and is taken up to the surface. Captain Skellerang agrees to keep him in a cell while the group decides what to do with him. After debating whether or not to spend their entire fortune on removing the vampire curse, the group decides to leave him in prison for a few days.

In the meantime, Serro commissions a silvered shortsword, and he and Alastriel stock up on silver arrows.