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Ep. 08 - Wildheart - Interregnum IV: Varric
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Report of Dwarven mining operations in Northern High Jadehart Lands which shares a border with southern Wildheart. All operations have their risks, but something seems to be affecting the miners around a newly discovered relic named Quellon-12.
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Introduction to Wild Hearts' World
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In wild hearts
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The world moves in cycles, and between them, stories await. This is one that rises in the silence.
Northern Mining Operations Report
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Interregnum 4.
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Varric.
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Official Report. Northern Mining Operations. Classification. Restricted to Engineering Command. Report number 127 slash KD slash Location Tor Shuld Depths Northern Extraction Site Alpha 4 Filed by Overseer Varick Stonehelm Issued to Captain Tanik Ironvane Date Jadeheart Reckoning 4253 Twelfth Cycle of Stonefall 1.
Excavation Success and New Cavern Discovery
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one Summary of Findings Excavation at torsioal depths continues at pace. Structural integrity remains within projected tolerances, and output efficiency has increased 12% over the last two cycles due to reinforced tunnelling procedures.
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However, recent advancements have led to an unexpected discovery. At a depth of 343 fathoms, miners breached a cavern of unusual composition, markedly different from the surrounding sedimentary layers.
Discovery of Arconic Crystal
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Within this chamber, an object has been unearthed, a spire-like crystalline formation emerging from the cavern floor. Preliminary assessments suggest it possesses latent, arconic properties.
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Metal implements brought within its radius show residual energy retention, particularly those composed of surge-treated alloys. Early applications indicate a capacity to imbue equipment with transient magical enhancements, although the effects' stability remain unknown.
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This object, designated Relic Qualion 12, has been secured for further testing. A detachment from the Arcane Metallurgy Division is en route to assess its potential applications.
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Given the increased demand for surge-enhanced weaponry for the war effort, further study is recommended.
Health Issues Among Miners
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Worker Conditions Despite the successes of recent excavation reports, a troubling pattern has started to emerge among the workforce. Increased Respiratory Distress Reports of miners coughing black dust have increased 38% since the breach.
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There is no known coal seam within this sector, making the presence of such particles anomalous. Air quality readings remain within acceptable thresholds, but the dust itself is currently undergoing compositional analysis.
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DEGRADATION OF PHYSICAL WELL-BEING Minors assigned to lower-depth operations exhibit signs of excessive fatigue, pallor and gauntness. Nutritional rations and work rotations remain unchanged, yet affected individuals report a loss of appetite and persistent weakness.
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Sleep disturbances. A growing number of workers have reported disturbing, visceral dreams occurring with increased frequency. Commonalities include sensations of drowning or suffocation, the presence of spiralling shapes in unknown environments, and the impression of being watched from unseen vantage points.
Resource Allocation and Work Environment
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Three minors have required reassignment due to psychological distress following these episodes. Three. Recommendations and Orders 1.
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one Resource Allocation Continued excavation near this spire is permitted with increased oversight. The metallurgy division will oversee sample collection for augmentation trials. 2. Worker Rotation Adjustments Effective immediately, miners assigned to Alpha 4 will be cycled in shorter shifts.
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Medical evaluations will be required before reassignment. 3. Containment of incident reports. Rumours among the workforce are spreading.
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To maintain productivity, discussions of sickness, the spire and the dreams will be formally prohibited during work hours. 4.
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Enhanced arcane screening. Requesting a detachment from RuneSmith Command to evaluate possible latent magical interference affecting the workforce.
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5. Security reinforcement. While there is no current evidence of external interference, due to the object's potential strategic importance, a small iron ward detachment is advised for site protection.
Operations Amidst War Demands
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four 4. Final considerations. Despite these irregularities, mining operations must proceed. The war effort requires continuous refinement of surge-enhanced weaponry, and Alpha-4's unique mineral composition may provide a tactical advantage.
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Further developments will be reported as new findings emerge. Until then, excavation will continue under controlled conditions. Signed, Overseer Varick Stonehelm Northern Mining Command Engineering Division
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Thank you for listening.
Listener Engagement and Additional Resources
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