A PUBLIC HOUSE WHERE ADVENTURERS MEET AND PLANS ARE MADE
Nestled in the rugged and austere Benravock Massif mountain range is the quiet and picturesque Kilravock valley. Home to the Vaqlorii, the Maedar, and a small enclave of Humans, the village of Kilravock features a wonderful public meeting place known as the Inn of the Blue Thistle.
This entertaining and affable public house features prominently in PALADIN, the first installment of THE VARZUUN SAGA, a Gothic sword-and-sorcery fantasy epic action adventure not for children or the faint-of-heart which is available for purchase now. Details HERE.
Click the images outlined in red to see more of the well-known patrons and adventurers of this wonderful and charming public house.
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A WORLD OF FRIENDSHIP
AND FELLOWSHIP:
AN AFTERNOON AT THE BLUE THISTLE
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The place where Flavius and friends make their home base when in Kilravock, the once-renowned tavern is now renovated and competently run by innkeeper Duncan of Kinross. It is the place where young Draven first met the Vaqlorii adventurer, Tanneth. In the year following the establishment of the Kilravock Dragon Reach, the inn grew and became popular with humans, the Maedar, and the Vaqlorii alike, catering to their varied interests. |
MAEDAR
BATTLEAXE
GUEST BOOK:
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A PLACE WHERE
PEOPLE COME TOGETHER
Once a great meeting place for adventurers from far and wide, after an Ogre and a rogue dragon (called a Queenard) took up residence there, Kilravock and its famed Inn fell into obscurity and became virtually moribund, until the renowned knight Sir Flavius Franciscus came to town.
After receiving visions from on high, Flavius took on the challenge of vanquishing the monsters - and won! Thereafter, the sleepy little backwater village began its return to prominence, and its Inn began to regain its fame, and its adventurers.
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GOOD FOOD AND
GOOD CAMARADERIE
After the combined threat of the ogre and the dragon had been removed, and once the three great races realized they could get along and work with each other, the Inn of the Blue Thistle began to prosper. Trade began to come through and into the Kilravock Valley, and with it, food and drink from many a far off land and clime. Dunc, the illustrious innkeeper, picked up on it and now serves a wide variety of fare, including golk, a Maedar favourite, et al. He also cultivated an impressive menu of wines and ales from most parts of western Varzuun.
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SOME WELL-KNOWN PATRONS OF THE INN OF THE BLUE THISTLE :
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DUNCAN OF KINROSS
THE INNKEEPER
The illustrious and affable innkeeper, called 'Dunc' by friends, does his best to keep the Blue Thistle running smoothly, and to keep the peace between all the wondrous patrons. He excels at meeting their needs and dietary preferences. As a result of meeting so many diverse characters, Dunc is also a font of wisdom and a great source of what is going on in the village and the world. |
FLAVIUS
FRANCISCUS
Flavius Franciscus, heroic knight of Orem. Wearer of the golden armour. Wielder of the legendary Holy Sword Deus Irae. Rider of the Caelohippus (Divine horse) Alcegon. Slayer of the great dragon Golgoleth, champion of justice.
This famous and heroic warrior is member of the Knights Justiciar, an order of devout knights dedicated to righting injustices throughout Varzuun. |
BRANCO
VASQUEZ
This skilled swordsman from the Southlands is not only formidable in personal combat, but also a master tactician, having lead armies in some of Varzuun's fiercest battles. |
TANNETH
OF THE VAQLORII
Tanneth is a bit of a dilettante: Part-time sorceress and part-time thief, she has a penchant for getting herself and her friends into and out of trouble. |
WACE PALLAHAXIS
OF THE MAEDAR
Maedar Warrior, geomancer and guide to the depths of Suternia. Helps Flavius find his way through the rogue dragon's lair. Wields a Pyxis |
MÜ'n'Dru
(pronounced Moon-Drew)
MÜ'n'Dru (pronounced Moon-Drew) is the peace-loving high priestess of the viDruid enclave that oversees the Seruncil Forest, just west of the Kilravock Dragon Reach. She & her tribe are total pacifists and will not participate in any combat whatsoever. |
TERTIUS
CULHANE
This High Priest of the Ranulphite order of holy healers has divinely granted miraculous healing abilities. He is an old friend of Flavius & the two often adventure together or meet up while adventuring.. |
DRAVEN
VALENCOURT
Originally squire to Flavius, Draven becomes a Draken knight, riding the legendary striped dragon Korvalis. He wields the fabled Sunbow.
Draven also resides in the Kilravock Dragon Reach, just up the mountainside from the Blue Thistle. |
JODANALYN SWINGSWORDE
BARD OF ARBROATH
The lovely and talented Jo charms and entertains her way across the land. A remarkably skilled Lutanist, she is full of sweet songs, tantalizing tales, legends, lore, and (seemingly) trivial bits of knowledge - with which she helps our intrepid adventurers find what they seek. |
LANDRUÜ,
THE KNIGHT MYSTIC
Mysterious stranger with mysterious powers. Friend to Flavius and Draven from time-to-time, he is one of their prime sources of arcane lore and knowledge. Wields the Moonbow and heavysabre. |
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