Connects to: 02.11.03.
Overview
This idyllic natural arch along a remote stretch of the Bitter Coast is the former home of Nasili, a stunning nereid. Once she spent her days frolicking in the waves accompanied by sea otters. She wore only a shimmering white shawl, which gave her total freedom in the mortal world. Over the years, many lustful men have sought her, but all had failed. If held in the arms of an amorous man, she simply turned to water and slithered away. Those who managed to kiss her found her lips poisonous. Those who pursued her in the water found that she could turn the waves against them. Ironsides (02.11.03), the notorious Janissary pirate captain operating out of the Cross, finally caught her. Even during his previous life, Ironsides disdained women. In his metal form, he became impervious to their charms. However, he saw Nasili’s non-erotic potential. He sought her ability to control sea creatures and create drowning waves. He chased her among the rocks and stole her white shawl, giving him control over her. Nasili now follows the wake of his ship, sobbing and begging for the return of her shawl. Ironsides is unlikely to give in because she is proving to be a deadly weapon against enemy ships.
Hooks
- Who or what now dwells by Nasili’s Arch?
- Have any big-hearted pirates under Ironsides tried to free her?
- Why did Nasili come to the Shrouded Lands? Does she have any sisters here?
- Tell me about Ironsides’ other exploits.
- What is Jahur (19.31) doing about their dastardly rogue Janissary?
