The Architect

The Architect is a mysterious anonymous benefactor who has been observing the party and their efforts in founding Amedaria. Their identity, motivations, and true nature remain unknown, though they appear to support the party’s endeavors.

Known Communications

• Session-15 (Erastus 4710) The Architect first made contact with Kairos through an unusual brass-colored bird that appeared at her window in Hexpan. The bird carried a message in a delivery container with the following contents:
  • A letter expressing pleasure with the party’s work
  • A detailed map showing directions to find Shamblesap
  • No signature, only the name “The Architect”

The Messenger Bird

Kairos made detailed observations of the messenger bird:

• Mysterious copper-gold or brass coloration
• Not immediately identifiable in her extensive bestiaries
• The coloration sometimes occurs in magical animals
• Notably, NOT characteristic of First World creatures
• This suggests the Architect is not fey in origin, despite operating in the Stolen Lands

Theories and Speculation

The Architect’s identity remains a mystery. Possibilities include:

• A powerful wizard or scholar interested in the party’s kingdom-building
• A member of a secret organization monitoring the Stolen Lands
• Someone with knowledge of magical creatures and resources in the region
• Potentially connected to Brevoy or another established power
• The name “Architect” suggests someone concerned with building, structure, or design

The fact that their messenger is magical but not fey-touched suggests they operate from the Material Plane rather than the First World, distinguishing them from entities like Nyrissa.

Known Assistance

• Map and directions to Shamblesap (Session 15)
• Indication they have been “watching” the party’s progress
• Expressed pleasure with the party’s work in founding Amedaria

Likely party attitude:

? Unknown benefactor with unclear motivations

• Has provided useful information ! Kairos: Curious and somewhat concerned about being watched ? Need to discover true identity and intentions