Role

Chapter 6

"Of course, all is forgiven, Iltanthal. Though you had nothing to seek
forgiveness for." Iltanthal heard the words coming from the mouth of
the Council Elder, but he wasn't certain he truly believed them.

The first step in redeeming himself for his ignorance and stupidity, falling
so blindly into the simple deception of the illithid, losing his
trust for the Council, nearly losing his entire faith...the first
step he made was to humbly approach the Council and ask forgiveness.

His heart was indeed mended somewhat, having received the forgiveness
of his people. But he felt he needed to do more. He had held such malign
thoughts of gnomekind, for no good reason whatsoever. What deed could
possibly make up for years of distrust?

Iltanthal did small things, aiding gnomes here and there, but it all
felt...hollow. Until one day...