Administrative Misconduct

Roster

Vigilius Palamas

Session Overview

Session Status: Occurred

In Game Date: 17th Nightal 1508

Group Cup Points

NPC's

Mavinda Sharpbeak, Ricard Ruanad

Summary

When a mysterious silver-lettered summons arrives at his dorm, Vigilius Palamas finds himself called before the highest authorities of Neverwood Academy to answer for his role in the midnight break-in at the Administration Offices. What begins as a disciplinary hearing soon turns into something more — a test of honesty, character, and redemption — leading to a secret mission that could earn back the professors’ trust… or plunge him deeper into the academy’s mysteries.

The Summons

• A silver envelope slides beneath Vigilius’ door, the seal shimmering with Silverquill magic.
• A voice emanates from the parchment:
  “Mr. Palamas, you are requested to attend an immediate disciplinary meeting in the Administration Offices. Please report to the Hall of Inquiry within the hour.”
• Knowing resistance would only worsen things, Vigilius heads for the Hall of Inquiry.
• The Administration Wing is eerily quiet — the usual hum of enchanted quills and bustling clerks replaced by silence and the faint ticking of a clock.

The Hall of Inquiry

• A winged silver quill leads Vigilius into a rune-lit chamber where Professor Mavinda Sharpbeak and Deputy Head Teacher Ricard Ruanad await.
• Mavinda gestures to a chair, her expression disappointed but not cruel.
• Ricard, smooth-voiced and precise, opens with:
  “No shackles, no detentions — yet. Let’s simply have a conversation.”
• Mavinda produces a small crystal vial containing a gold dragon scale, glowing faintly in the lamplight.
  • It was found alongside the wreckage of a destroyed security autognome.
  • The scale’s magical signature matches Vigilius.
• Ricard leans forward, fingers steepled:
  “You can tell us the truth, Vigilius… or, if you prefer, a very convincing story. I do enjoy a good story.”

The Confession

• Weighing his options, Vigilius admits to being in the Administration Offices after hours.
• He explains that he and several fellow first-years had broken in to learn more about a student who was expelled, hoping the information might explain recent strange events. - see 2025-09-06 - Session 9
• He clarifies that the plan wasn’t originally his, though he takes responsibility for following through.
• A natural 20 on Persuasion turns the tide in his favour — his sincerity clearly moves Mavinda.
• When asked to name the others, Vigilius reluctantly lists Lyra Everlight, Cyinth Agora, Harry Blackstone, Milfjord Goodleaf and Glue (surname forgotten).

Judgment and Punishment

• Mavinda’s tone softens.
  “You regret it. That counts for something.”
• Ricard, ever the pragmatist, decides on a moderate punishment:
  • One tenday of probation
  • No after-hours access to restricted archives
• As Vigilius leaves, Mavinda offers one last piece of guidance:
  “Be honest with yourself. That’s where redemption begins.”
• Ricard adds, his voice smooth and deliberate:
  “And remember, my boy… secrets are worth far more when they’re yours alone.”

A Second Chance

• Later that evening, Vigilius hears a quiet knock at his door.
• Professor Mavinda Sharpbeak stands outside, feathers dulled by lamplight, holding a sealed parchment.
• “This is not punishment,” she says softly, “but perspective.”
• A Witherbloom College first-year has gone missing near the Root Archives, deep in the old wings of campus.
• She tasks Vigilius to find them alone — no spells, no faculty.
• “Do this,” she says, “and we can put this matter behind us.”
• Vigilius accepts, determined to prove himself worthy of the trust he’s been given.
  • See The Price of Integrity

Ongoing Threads

• Vigilius’ Probation – Restricted from late-night access to archives for one tenday.
• Mavinda’s Task – Investigate the disappearance of a Witherbloom first-year near the Root Archives.
• Expelled Student Mystery – The group’s initial goal remains unresolved.
• Faculty Attention – Both Mavinda and Ricard are now keeping a close watch on Vigilius’ behaviour.
• Secrets and Consequences – Ricard’s warning lingers — in Neverwood, secrets may be more valuable (and dangerous) than gold.