Episode 8
It's Just a Phase
As Anton and the adventurers contemplate the ramifications of lycanthropy, they continue their journey north, reaching the ancient Rhorsia Forest.
Recap
While dining within the prestigious Divine Flavors Restaurant, Anton transformed into a wereboar against his will, revealing the source of his recent behavior along the road since he was attacked by a similar lycanthrope in the cellar of the Stonewall Manor. Willa rose to meet him, yelling at the diners around them to run away quickly.
After knocking him out, Anton returned to his normal form, and Sovemil revived him back to consciousness. The party then decided to leave Sunpost altogether instead of staying for the night, and they made camp a few miles north. At Anton's own behest and Garrett's persuasion, the fighter was tied to a tree to prevent any further attacks under the white moon Ria's full light.
The next morning, they continued traveling along the Imperial Road for the next several days, and Anton's affliction subsided – at least for now. They were attacked by a group of orc raiders who seemed particularly interested in Sovemil. This time Anton was in full control and used his blades against the enemies.
Upon approach to the edge of the ancient Rhorsia Forest, something blocked their path....