Palms of a New Dawn
Solar Scion Adventuring Party — Led by Animus Tenebris
The Palms of a New Dawn is an adventuring party formed by Animus Tenebris in the aftermath of the Fomorian Invasion of Astraloftum. It is a coalition of Solar Scions and Solari Inquisition soldiers gathered under Animus’s leadership, dedicated to pursuing twin goals: finding Paradise and breaking the temporal stasis that holds his fellow Scions — the White Hand — frozen in time.
Formation
After the Invasion, Animus spent weeks in prayer, seeking Tekk’s guidance to quell the rage in his heart. Through this reflection, he found new purpose. He gathered Inquisition soldiers as his crew and set out independently from the Soul Shepherds, determined to contribute to the search for Paradise by his own path.
“The next time we meet, I will be the brother you once looked up to.” — Animus to Virtus, before departing.
Current Mission: Damocles College
Animus’s first destination is College of Damocles in East Sky, where he seeks the wisdom of a renowned Chronurgy Wizard — someone who might know how to unravel the magical stasis holding the White Hand frozen.
Known Lead: Aphra
Animus informed Virtus that their father, Sir Amiel, had a close friend on Aphra — an elusive Aphrazonian who may hold the key to his whereabouts. However, Aphra maintains a strict rule: only women may enter. This complicates pursuit of the lead without Virtus.
The White Hand
The White Hand was Animus’s former Solar Scion group, frozen in temporal stasis by the power of Carter’s Tome of Time. Animus feels personally responsible for their fate and drives himself by guilt and love for his former crew. He writes letters to them regularly and leaves them at their bedsides.
Known Members
- Animus Tenebris — Leader
- Syrax — Ruby Dragon companion (previously affiliated; current status unclear)
- Inquisition soldiers (unnamed)
Current Status
At large in East Skysea, heading for Damocles College. Last contact was when Animus departed Astraloftum after the Invasion.