From the very beginning of Campaign 4, fresh DM Brennan Mulligan has kept fans guessing with rich lore, a colorful mix of characters, and a gripping narrative showcasing angels, fiends, and sinister influences growing in influence within the city.
Warning: Spoilers for the third episode of Campaign 4 follow below.
The Soldiers Table Unveiled
The third episode finished on a dramatic pause and revealed the first table of heroes who will separate from the main group to embark on their separate journey, distinct from the additional parties.
The combat-focused team includes Teor Pridesire (played by the voice actor), the nimble rogue (the talented performer), Tyranny (Whitney Moore), Wicander (Sam), and Kattigan Vale (the actor).
Why Split the Party?
With an extensive roster, it was clear from the outset that having everyone at a single group would be impossible.
That’s why, the first four episodes of this story serve as an Prelude, connecting the personal journeys before dividing into three separate parties: Warriors, Planners, and Questers.
Characteristics of the Soldiers Table
Per the DM, the combat-focused party is for participants who prefer a traditionally charged combat and conflict-driven story mode where diplomatic options are scarce.
At first glance, figures such as the hesitant healer the cleric might seem unsuited, but the developments of the latest installment show why these particular heroes are best suited for the combat party.
Reasons to Leave
For one thing, the group understands precisely where to go next after a brutal opening clash with The Crow Keepers.
An old friend of the deceased character—whose death initiated the campaign’s events—manipulated the foes for his personal gain, entering the secret base, striking Thimble, and swiping all the enchanted items to dispose of.
The traitor then paid off his debts and fled to a Halovar stronghouse in the remote area, north of Dol-Makjar, with Cyd Pridesire hot on his heels.
Personal Motivations
Additionally, each member has a individual motive to leave the city Dol-Makjar:
- Thimble, as the companion and trusted friend, desires revenge.
- The knowledgeable figure knows the region and cautions that it is a nasty place.
- The strong character and The healer, having resisted his house’s orders to execute the fighter and instead saved him, have no safe haven.
- However, their reputation as important members in the influential clan could assist the team enter locations they typically wouldn’t be able to.
- Furthermore, Teor pledged a life debt to The savior for his salvation and will now accompany him wherever.
Pursued by Authorities
Lastly, all of them are hunted by the powers that control Dol-Makjar for a variety of reasons, making lingering locally too risky:
- The agile adventurer and The hero are notorious outlaws.
- Tyranny and Wicander turned against House Halovar and the army of fiends they are partnered with.
- Teor is targeted for elimination by the family.
This leaves them little choice but to head to the northern region in pursuit of the traitor.
Future Episodes
From the latest episode’s post-show segment, we find out that the Soldiers table won’t be around in the upcoming installment, leaving the other eight cast members to form the Explorers and Strategists tables.
Audiences can expect learning which players will be where in Campaign 4’s concluding setup installment, available to watch on October 24.
