Obsidian’s day wasn’t going well. Barely escaping a Nautiloid after becoming infected with a Mind Flayer parasite was one thing. Being interrupted in her singular mission to build Faerûn’s greatest ever library in Baldur’s Gate? Devastating. She possesses power and wit, but this Dragonborn sorcerer didn’t sign up for a hero’s quest.
I am a filthy hoarder, in and out of videogames. Encumbered is my middle name. If a game has collectable books, I’m doomed. So, I decided to channel this obsession for Obsidian’s journey. The goal? To amass a book collection that rivals Sorcerous Sundries and open a library in Baldur’s Gate. AKA dump a lot of books in a vacant, preferably free, plot.
I would describe Obsidian as a blend of The Mummy’s Evelyn O’ Connell and Final Fantasy XIV’s Emet-Selch. Headstrong, curious to a fault, charismatic and powerful – but if you turn around for support she might have dissipated into a deep disapproving sigh. She takes librarianship very seriously, so I would strongly advise against standing between her and a coveted tome, lest you take a Magic Missile to the face. If you thought the librarian in Ghostbusters was frightening, she’s got nothing on the hushing power of Obsidian’s glare.
Obsidian is not alone on this journey. Her fellow captive, Warren, is a heroic Githyanki monk who could be her ticket back to the city without having to get her hands dirty. Warren is an unusual Gith, aside from the signature blunt honesty. She is calm and practical, with a penchant for ‘breezy sandals’. Thankfully, Warren was moved by Obsidian’s passion for her library project and vowed to assist her on this holy mission. While finding a cure. Eventually.
CRASH COURSE
In a tale as old as time, Obsidian and Warren began their journey
