S.I.G.I.S Issue #8 (Day 7)

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S.I.G.I.S.

4th Hive of Savorus, Hashkar 123

Opinion from a Free Leaguer on the Latest Tax Day
SIGIS Yer in Sigil, cutter, where the chant's wild as a fey'ri's hair, and them taxin' mongers think they've got the upper hand. But lemme tell ya, as a bleedin' believer in personal space and keepin' the fists o' government off our jink, I gotta scrag an itch to lay down the cutter's word on why taxes ain't the key to our cage. Start with the root o' the matter: our lives ain't the bloated Lady's or the Guvner's property. Nay, we own our skin, bones, and the flamin' right to what we work for. Taxation's like a basher pinchin' your jink pouch while you're not lookin'. It's robbin' us of what's ours, snafflin' our coppers with no mind for consent. Free will and mutual respect are the bricks to build our cageless cage.

Now, let's talk 'bout the flip side. Yeah, I've heard the guff about taxes fundin' roads, cages, and barmies' bread. But who's watchin' the watch? The chant in the Cage is that those topsiders up in power are squanderin' more than a band o' githyanki at a tea party. Indeps like me say, let's slice the government fat, give the power back to the cutters who know what they need. Mind ya, Sigil ain't no uniform gray. We've got berks who swear by the taxman's hand, willingly sharin' their bits for the collective stew. But then there's folks like me, who'd rather put their jink on the line for a more personal choice. Our city's like a bleedin' puzzle box, each piece addin' its own bit to the picture.

So, take heed, bashers, and know that this ain't a straight chant of good and bad. Our Cage is a brew o' clashing thoughts, and that's the beauty of it. We gotta give voice to all sides, find our own balance 'tween takin' care of the collective and holdin' tight to our own freedom. Only then can we hope to weave together a tapestry as wild and diverse as the streets of Sigil itself. --Caelan Windrider

Primes 26% More Clueless Alleges New Survey
SIGIL Statistical observations have revealed this week that cutters entering Sigil are 26% more clueless than the same period last cycle. Of 500 bashers polled shortly after stepping out of portals, a staggering 10% had not heard of the Lady of Pain, and 16% did not know they had just crossed a planar boundary. This is a worrying trend often touted by Planarists such as Cirily. When I questioned her with my findings she told me, "You're right, spinny maths thing. Primes entering our Serene City are more clueless than ever before. You'd think someone was planting portals to Sigil in Ansalon's major cities, or something."

I posed her with the frequently-thought notion that she was in fact just a bigot. She vehemently denied this. "Nothing could be further from the truth! I, along with many other concerned Planarists, have first and foremost the safety of primes in mind. What could be more disorientating, and dangerous, than stepping through the door of your bedroom and finding yourself not in your chamber but in some dingy Sigil alleyway wearing nothing but a nightdress? Don't laugh (I assume that is what passes for moigno laughter), It's a true story. This Waterdhavian sod was found murdered in the Hive only last week, dressed in a nightshirt!"

"Not only is is dangerous for the poor primes, but it also damages our proud Planar Heritage. Our culture is being eroded, nay, polluted, by feckless..." I left Cirily to rant, for I had lost interest by this point, and continued to process data. Of those Planewalkers who were a little better lanned, 84% could pronounce Sigil correctly, and 73% were members of a faction. As usual, the Society of Sensation came out as the most popular, with fully 10% (seasonally adjusted to account for Anarchists) of Planewalkers being members. This reflects their tendency to wander off, presumably. Factol Erin was unavailable for comment, but she is understood by this culler to be delighted. --Surveys Culler n=n+1

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Today's Weather

Center of the Multiverse :
The weather is perfect. The air is clear, temperature cool and pleasant, and a warm gentle breeze blows fresh air throughout the Cage. The residents are, therefore, confused and suspicious about everything. All CHA skills and checks are made with disadvantage while in Sigil.


Events
Tomorrow Never Knows [D7, EM-LA] (See Below)
I Talk To The Wind (Combat) [D7, LM]
??? [D7, EN]

Level up to Level 11

Thank you once again for your patience...really, truly: D7 is live!

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Event: Tomorrow Never Knows

Description: As travelers and curious citizens gather around the Singing Fountain to interact with Black Marian, they notice a ritualistic practice – those seeking fortunes must drink a ladle of water from the fountain before she listens to the splashes and offers her predictions. Some scoff at the idea, while others are intrigued by the reputation of her accurate but obscure insights.
Location: Lady's Ward from EM to LA. Make sure to place the tag [Fortune] in your thread titles.

Skill Challenge: Deciphering the Cryptic Prediction

Magic: Allowed

Objective: Drink from the Singing Fountain and interpret the cryptic prediction given by Black Marian.

Skill Checks: Each character participating can use any of the following skills to approach the challenge: Insight, Perception, Arcana, History.

DCs: The DCs for the skill checks are as follows:

• Easy (DC 10): Recognize vague symbolism in the prediction.
• Moderate (DC 15): Gather additional information from the surroundings to aid interpretation.
• Hard (DC 20): Remember relevant past experiences or knowledge to unlock the meaning.
• Very Hard (DC 25): Utilize a deep understanding of metaphysical concepts to decipher the prediction.

Results:

• Success: The characters correctly interpret the prediction and gain insight into a significant upcoming event in their lives, whether it pertains to their personal journey or the larger scheme of things. The prediction is cryptic but provides enough information to give them a general direction.
• Failure: The characters misinterpret the prediction, leading to a series of comedic or ironic misunderstandings. They may find themselves looking for the wrong events or avoiding scenarios that were actually harmless.

Rewards:

• Easy Reward: Accurate Insight Characters who succeed gain a guidance boost (a +1d4 bonus on their dice roll) on relevant checks or saving throws pertaining to the event predicted.
• Medium Reward: Enigmatic Wisdom Characters who succeed gain inspiration
• Hard Reward: Amusing Misinterpretation Characters who pass gain inspiration, which they can use to advantageously re-roll a roll during a later encounter.
• Very Hard: Interaction with Black Marian Characters gain a deeper understanding of the possibilities ahead of them, and Black Marian takes a keen interest in your future. Gain Inspiration, a guidance roll, and a random charm.