Death of the Outsider books
Page 2 of 5Deirdre, once again
Written noteI kept the rat charm close last night when I tried to sleep, hoping for more than darkness in my dreams, and just for a moment she was with me in the cold.…
Difficulties Continue at Shindaerey North Quarry
Written noteConcerning reports have disrupted mining activity at Shindaerey North Quarry yet again, with many working onsite complaining of unsettling visual and auditory…
Doctor Galvani's Memoir
BookRUMINATIONS ON AN INTELLECTUAL LIFE The 28th day of the Month of High Cold. The most important day of my life. It was after High Table, when we professors…
Dolores Michaels' Journal
Written note10th Day, Month of Timber Another day of smiling at these wealthy fools and taking their treasures. I wonder how they’d feel if they knew their shabby little…
Double Murder in Upper Cyria
Written notePanic in Karnaca as news of a horrific double murder spreads through town. Shan Yun, The Tyvian Songbird, and Ivan Jacobi, a prominent local politician, were…
Dropped Off Bets at Your Place
Written noteRobbie, I dropped the betting coin in the safe, and hid your apartment key in the bucket by the door, like you said. You’re all set. You owe me TWO bottled…
Eleuterio Cienfuegos: Glimpsing the Beyond
Written notePharmacist, painter, and Upper Cyria District resident Eleuterio Cienfuegos is the spotlight of the Carambola Gallery’s latest showcase of Karnacan artists.…
Empress Emily Kaldwin Moves to Heal Fractured Empire
Written noteRenovation projects in the Tower District are finally underway as the last funeral rites were performed for High Overseer Yul Khulan and the brothers of the…
Exsanguination #33
AudiographI've started the blood pump. It will siphon off your blood, drop by drop, until you die. No, don't look at the door. No one will enter here. The Spector Club…
Exsanguination Experiment
BookThe donor was nervous when I started the pump. Note: increase sedation next time. First signs of distress: muttering, grogginess. I asked what he was seeing,…
Eyeless's Diary
Written note[Excerpt from a private journal] 24 Harvest Heard from some of the women who came over from the Royal Conservatory that there’s a man tied up in one of the old…
Fidelia's Journal
Book2nd Earth I tried the old incantations over the teeth and strings like before, but it didn’t work. It always used to work. Is the magic really gone? I heard…
First Drafts
Written noteMy fellow Karnacans Citizens of Karnaca! I’m here today to ask insist on demand the amendment repeal of the Reappropriation of Abandoned Burials and Gravesites…
First Impressions of the Archive
Written note11th, Month of Rain Initial investigation conducted by Sister Lena Rosewyn of the Serkonan Oracular Chapel, Karnaca. My sisters and I have discovered an…
For Luck
Written noteWalk three times around the square with breeches reversed. Who shakes your hand will take your bad luck from you. At midnight, face south and eat a tin of…
Fraeport Branch Closed
Written noteDear Manager Atwater, I understand that the Fraeport branch has been temporarily closed due to the sudden arrest and subsequent imprisonment of the entire…
Functions and Responsibilities of Recent Initiates
Written noteNew initiates to our fellowship are required to perform menial tasks for the upkeep of their and senior members’ living conditions. These include, but are not…
Giving a Speech at Colibron Plaza
Written noteI’m speaking out against regraving at Colibron Plaza today, so I won’t be in my office. Please ask Elouise for assistance in my stead. -Ivan Jacobi
Going East
Written noteThanks for loaning us the skiff. We’ll follow the coast east to slip past the Port Guards. Ruiz says the aristos are gasping for Wynnedown caviar, so that’s…
Guarding the Camellia
Written noteSome wretch broke into my shop recently and messed with my equipment. I hear that you can be trusted to keep an Eye on things. If you guard the Camellia and…
Guide to My Collection
Written noteHonored Guests, Welcome to my collection of personal memorabilia! Alas, I can’t be there to escort you through the private gallery, but here’s a list of some…
He's close
Written noteMy nights on this mountain have been sleepless, but last night I dreamed about the Outsider. I knew I would, sooner or later. He was held in the Void, eyes…
HELP ME!
Written noteNo escape. The others are dead now. They watch with glassy eyes as flies feast on their corpses. Soon, it will be my turn.
HELP!
Written noteTrapped in cellar. No way out. Save me!
Hues of the Void, by A. Nongui
Written noteWe lack the language to express the Void in all its complexities. We have no words for its beauty. There is the rich, velvety darkness of the depths of the…
I Must Remember Me
Written noteThey are taking us away, one by one. There were nine of us here. We cried their names to drown out their screams. But they keep screaming, even when our voices…
I Say Goodbye
Written noteMy name is Catriona Bell. I was born in Baleton to a mother I never knew. Spent my youth sweeping floors in a factory. When I left for Karnaca I only found…
Important - Do Not Forget
Written noteEnter Security Office: Code B15D. Page Bank Director: Code M22Q. Security Wing Emergency Evacuation: Code R36P. Give all-clear: Code S10K. Summon security…
Impression of the Void n°1
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PaintingIn the Event of My Death
Written noteTo Whom It May Concern, I fear that I’m in danger. My investigations have earned me many powerful enemies. Last time, they sent thugs to break my ribs. Who…
In the Month of Darkness
AudiographIn the Month of Darkness, seasons destroyed A ritual killing bound his spirit to the Void Eyes drained of color, the beggar no more To become what the…
Invitation for Dolores Michaels
Written noteDolores Michaels, Know that your dedication has not gone unnoticed. We have conferred, and agree that you will be among the next selected to join us in our…
It hurts to write
Written noteI tried to have a dreamless night by drinking some of that foul liquor Anton left behind, but the dream came anyway, and now my head hurts like I’d bashed it…
Items for Auction
Written noteBidding Starts for the Day Mancisidor Estate (Deceased) – Household goods, plate, jewels, and artwork from the estate of Roriga Mancisidor. SOLD Crates of…
Ivan Jacobi Arrested for Murder
Written noteKarnaca reels in shock tonight as evidence emerges that Ivan Jacobi killed Eleuterio Cienfuegos. Jacobi was a rising star in local politics, holding rallies to…
Ivan Jacobi Murdered
Written noteKarnaca grieves tonight at the death of Ivan Jacobi, Administrator of Bridge, Road, and Cemetery Permits. Jacobi was a rising star in local politics. He got…
Ivan's Last Letter
Written noteMy Devoted Winstead, If you’re reading this, I’ve passed on to the other side. My negligence gave the Outsider’s enemies the key to our most secret treasure. I…
Journal - E. Cienfuegos
Book[Excerpt from a journal kept by Eleuterio Cienfuegos] 5th day, Month of Songs Another dream. Not the Void, but a place every Karnacan sees daily! Shindaerey…
Journalist at the Spector Club
Written noteIvan, I was visiting the Spector for my usual concert-day infusion, when I overheard a man asking about you. He’d cornered Ned Tamron by the front door and was…
Journalist’s Lockbox Notes
Written noteResearch for Jacobi Article I started this search for answers at the behest of Lucia Pastor. She came to my office with concerns about the alarming number of…
Justice for Cienfuegos
Written noteDefend Merchants! Donate to the Cause! We the undersigned protest the grave injustices wrought by Dolores Michaels & Associates upon reputable establishments…
Leaving the Eyeless for Wynnedown
Written noteElinor, I’m shoving off as soon as I get coin enough for a ship to Wynnedown. My heart soured on this place after the Brute killed poor Maudey last month. I’ll…
Letter from Jindosh
Written noteDirector Michaels, My compliments on the Board’s wisdom in purchasing my exclusive invention, the suspended vault. My servants will assist your workers with…
Letter from Lucia Pastor
Written noteDear Director Michaels, My name is Lucia Pastor, leader of the Shindaerey Miners Family Committee here in Karnaca. Recently, my charity’s resources have been…
Letter from Michaels Bank
Written noteDear Sir, We are pleased to inform you that the personal box registered with the Yun-Jacobi joint account has been fitted with new locks as part of our routine…
Letter to A Friend
Written noteTomas, You don’t know what you’re getting into with this black magic. It draws you in with harmless things like sailor’s charms, but then see what horrors the…
Letter to Alma
Written noteDear Alma, Your last letter tore my heart out, with you begging me to quit the Eyeless gang and come home. Whatever gruesome tales you heard, the Eyeless…