Between the Lines

Wednesdays 8PM - 10PM Central Time USAMateus - Shirogane - Ward 9 - Plot 46Teleport Anchors Available By Request

Are you in search of a rare tome or knowledge lost to the ages? Perhaps a relic of unknown properties has come into your possession, and you wish to have it appraised and potentially sold to the highest bidder? Or maybe you desire an item of antiquity? We also offer translation and restoration services.Between the Lines is a library of rare (and not so rare) books, esoterica, and antiquities. The library is open on Wednesday nights (Central Time USA) or by appointment for discerning individuals who can afford the wares.And remember, not all things may be bought with gil...

Feature Collection

Dystopian Future

Step into tomorrow’s darkest hours—where every choice counts, every breath is survival, and the line between freedom and control is razor-thin. This moon we present a gripping collection of Dystopian Future novels that question authority, challenge humanity, and dare you to dream beyond collapse. Whether you crave bio-engineered rebellions, crumbling empires, or haunting visions of tech-run societies, these titles will keep you up long after curfew.Read between the lines... or risk getting lost in them.

About

Between the Lines is a library role play venue open on Wednesday nights from 8-10 PM Central Time (USA) or by appointment! While there are multiple branches of the library, the main branch is on Mateus. Appointments might take place at other locations.Please understand that we run on a shoestring staff; it's literally myself and a couple of others when they are available. We cannot be everywhere all at once. Yes, I am usually dual boxing the proprietor and the doorman. If you wish to interact with the latter, please send that character a tell.Between the Lines may be a largely self-guided experience for visitors, but we will do our best to interact at least minimally with every patron who steps through our doors. If you have any questions about the layout of the venue (i.e., where the various genre sections are located), please reach out to the staff, and we're happy to give you directions so you can role play accordingly.Between the Lines is also a Free Company on the Mateus server of the Crystal Data Center (North America). Interested in joining a creepy occult "library" FC run by a suspicious figure with the tag <BOOKS>? Let me know, and I'm happy to give your character an IC interview.

Staff

The Majordomo

Sokhor, as most know him, serves as Qaelemont's Majordomo, managing the Elezen's estates and affairs with a quiet, authoritative presence whenever Qaelemont is otherwise occupied. This tall, enigmatic Xaela is the senior-most member of Qaelemont's staff, with all others deferring to his judgment in the absence of their master. His age is indeterminate, though he appears to be in his thirties, yet there is something unsettling about him—particularly his eerie, thousand-malm gaze that seems to pierce through the veil of the mortal realm and into something far beyond. His presence is most often felt during the night, when he oversees the household in the hours of darkness.

Naohiro

The second in command among Qaelemont's staff is Naohiro, a Raen whose near-silent efficiency rivals that of Sokhor. Though he occasionally engages in conversation, it is always with measured brevity, revealing only what is essential to address a question or convey important information. While Naohiro may not exude the same unsettling aura as Sokhor, there is an unmistakable peculiarity about him that can be disconcerting. His watch is typically during the daylight hours, ensuring the smooth operation of the household under the sun's gaze.

Deryk

A familiar face in the library, Deryk greets everyone with a warm smile and a cheerful wave. The ginger-haired Hyurzen, rarely seen far from Qaelemont's side, can occasionally be found tending to various parts of the estate when his master is away. In his early twenties, Deryk’s emerald eyes sparkle with youthful energy, and his smile could melt even the coldest heart. Always eager to assist, he takes pride in helping others find the perfect tome, though one should be careful what they wish for—Deryk is more than willing to escort anyone to Qaelemont for such requests.

Devin

Devin, a loyal servant and companion, is frequently seen bustling about the grounds, always eager to lend a hand. With a bright smile and an upbeat demeanor, he takes joy in assisting everyone, especially Qaelemont and Deryk. But don’t be deceived by his innocent appearance—Devin is well-versed in the arcane arts, and while he may blush easily, he’s a formidable protector of those he holds dear. A lover of romance novels, Devin enjoys spending time in the library, though his passion for helping often sees him taking on nearly every chore in the house.

The Librarians

Tea and Tentacles

Welcome to our book club—yes, it’s that kind of book club.Between the Lines presents a one-of-a-kind experience: Tea and Tentacles, hosted by Scarlett Clover. Time to be announced!We showcase writers from all corners of Eorzea and beyond. Sip on Scarlett’s handpicked teas while enjoying an evening of poetry, short stories, skits, and more on our open stage. After the performances, there will be a brief Q&A session, followed by an informal "signing" of their works. (Tipping is encouraged but not required.)We can't wait to see you there!

Floor Plan

Between the Lines utilizes the Sharlayan Decimal System for the organization of its collection. The Reference Page mammet is always glad to assist patrons in finding the perfect book if they're unable to navigate the card catalogue at the center of the library by themselves.

Application

Interested in joining the Between the Lines team? We invite you to join our Discord server, where you can get to know our community, explore the atmosphere, and discover the various roleplay opportunities available. Within the server, you'll find a staff application link, and note that an in-character interview is required for all potential employees.Please be aware that Void Hunter-type characters are generally not considered for employment. Lawfully aligned characters may be accepted on a case-by-case basis. Between the Lines is managed by a villainous character and staffed by the same. It is an occult/dark/horror-themed RP community that maintains a facade of civility and normalcy. We expect all staff members to be at least 18 years old (preferably 21+) and to conduct themselves in a mature, respectful, and adult manner.

Rules

1. You must be 18 years of age or older to participate in this venue. While business hours are Safe For Work, there may be Mature IC themes (occult, horror, etc.) discussed during library hours pertinent to in game subjects.2. Be polite and respectful. No attacking allowed. If you don't have anything nice to say, don't say anything at all. Disagreements are allowed, but keep them civil or take them to private channels (party, tells, etc.). While intellectual debate is allowed and encouraged, hostilities are not permitted on the premisis.3. No politics, no religion, and no conspiracy theories about real life subjects. Want to theorycraft and discuss in game politics, religion and conspiracies? Have at it. But leave real life issues at the door.4. No hate speech. This is a sex, kink, and equality positive space. Between the Lines is not an ERP venue, but we acknowledge that people are allowed, within reason, to be free to express themselves. Please no nudity or any sexual behavior which might offend non-consenting parties.5. No trolls allowed.6. Nothing underaged allowed in an NSFW form. This is to include loli and shota images/writings. Anything under 18 years old is considered underaged. The caveats to this rule are historical and factual artistic and literary references to such art and literature may be discussed (but NOT in detail) and that ageplay can be discussed as long as it is abundantly clear that the participants are consenting adults. Characters which appear to be minors are also not allowed. Lalafells are welcome to participate in the venue, but may not interact in an NSFW manner.7. No harassment will be tolerated. Treat the staff and fellow patrons with respect.8. Do NOT request money, subscription time, in game gil, items, etc. from other people here. We are all adults and should be financially responsible for ourselves in and out of game. All transactions are strictly IC RP only. Nobody will ever ask you for money or items, either in game or real life. If this occurs, please report it to a member of the staff.9. Consent is still vital, even in role play. While noncon RP scenes may take place, please be certain OOC that such a scene is welcome among all participants. Understand that no means no and if someone does not want to participate in a role play with you, respect their no and move along.10. Please treat everyone with kindness and respect. This is a safe place for roleplay and for people to have fun. IC sassiness and villainy are fine, but expect IC consequences for your character's IC actions. "It's just RP" is not an excuse to trample on people's consent, and if it is brought up in OOC that it isn't really welcome, we ask you to please respect that. This venue is a place for FUN RP. If you wish to engage in conflict RP here, you MUST seek OOC consent of the staff and all participants before doing so and, again, expect IC reactions to disruptive behavior.For any questions or concerns, please reach out to any staff member.

Kugane Night Market

01 May 2025 - 7:00pm CDT - Coeurl - Kugane, Rakuza District

Rumors have reached you... it's a rare opportunity. Beyond the watchful eyes of the law, a renowned dealer of rare books and antiquities is preparing to offer an exclusive selection of items for discerning collectors...

Books

If you're looking for the more mundane literature to be found at Between the Lines, you might be sadly disappointed. Only select esoteric volumes have been brought for sale for this night. One might find what they seek, be it fame, fortune, power, or glory, but there is always a price to pay...

1. The Umbral Hymnal: Verses from the VoidAppearance: Bound in tattered black velvet worn thin from handling, with deep violet stitching that pulses subtly in candlelight. The cover is stitched with the outline of an open mouth, fang-like threads protruding from the edges. The pages are brittle yet warm, with faint sigils etched in fading red ink that sometimes rearrange themselves.Description: This blasphemous hymnal contains chants once sung in low, tremulous tones by the last high priests of Mhach. Each verse hums with void-tainted rhythm, said to lull lesser Voidsent into torpor or madness. Sensitive readers may hear echoes of their own voice murmuring prayers they do not remember learning. It is banned by Sharlayan scholars and the citystates of Eorzea.2. SOLD - The Shifting Script of Sharlawan X'tai - SOLDAppearance: Its silvery, lattice-bound cover gleams under starlight and seems to shimmer with an inner heat when held. The pages are crafted from lunarweave, a rare enchanted paper that glows faintly in moonlight. The script writhes across the pages as if anxious to be read, transforming the text based on the reader’s mood, bloodline, or fate.Description: Written by a prophetic mage of the Fifth Astral Era, the book defies reality—each reader witnesses their own fate etched before their eyes in an ever-evolving script. Illusions sometimes flicker in the corners of vision while reading it. Some who finish the book go blind. Some vanish. And some become something else.3. Of Cloud and Corpse: A Treatise on Aerial Burial Rituals in the Skatay RangeAppearance: Bound in smoke-dyed vellum with silver-embossed feathers curling across the cover like drifting ash, its pages smell of cold incense and burnt myrrh, and illustrations within are drawn in charcoal and silverleaf. The spine is stitched with wind-blessed silk, making it unnaturally light.Description: A meticulous and haunting text documenting the death rites of skybound tribes in Skatay. The author, a scholar-mystic named Huren’ka, writes with the detachment of a witness and the longing of a convert. Each rite is paired with a short elegy, and some contain necroaetheric diagrams for kites made of skin and bone that guide the soul through cloud-laced maelstroms. One diagram has been partially blackened...4. The Black Ledger of Belah'diaAppearance: Enclosed in cracked black leather that constantly exudes an oily sheen, its corners are reinforced with tarnished brass, and a lockless clasp constantly clicks open on its own. Inside, the pages are stained with iron-rich ink that smells faintly metallic. Blood runes in the margins glow under firelight.Description: This is no financial record. Each entry documents the dark dealings of Belah’dian kings and queens, who bartered cities for demonic favors. Names, dates, pacts, and glyphs are all accounted for—along with side notes added by demonic intermediaries. The book reads itself aloud when left unattended, in languages best left forgotten. Readers with weak wills may find their debts “acknowledged” by beings that still remember these accounts.5. SOLD - Aether by Any Other Name: A Cultivation of Elemental Imbalance - SOLDAppearance: The tome’s cover is patchwork leather dyed in six distinct elemental colors—each page tinted to match fire, water, earth, wind, lightning, or ice. The binding is deliberately misaligned, creating a slightly skewed, unsettling profile. It hums faintly with discordant energy.Description: Penned by an apostate Gridanian conjurer known only as “The Ashroot,” this treatise advocates for dangerous manipulations of elemental aether through imbalance and disruption. The rituals inside promote contact with raw, unshaped elemental nodes, which often result in vivid hallucinations or spontaneous elemental surges. It includes a notorious spell circle requiring seven participants—all of whom must be in conflict with one another. Rare, highly controversial, and banned in the Black Shroud.6. SOLD - The Emperor’s Mirror: Forbidden Visions of Allag - SOLDAppearance: Its cover is plated with hexagonal mirrored panels, all of which reflect the reader’s eyes first—no matter where they stand. The inside pages are alternating layers of thin metal sheets and black ink diagrams, bound with aetheric filaments. The book gives off a low, resonating hum when opened.Description: Stolen from a deep vault beneath Azys Lla, this book was composed in secrecy by a traitorous Allagan technician. It details the construction and use of “mirrorgates”—ancient scrying devices used by Xande to spy across time, space, and even dreams. Many pages are corrupted binary, but others describe failed experiments involving memory replacement and soul tracking. Reading the book causes intense déjà vu. Some swear they’ve already lived what it shows them.7. SOLD - Floral Offerings to Forgotten Gods by Lili of the Veil - SOLDAppearance: The cover is layered in enchanted flower petals—lavender, bloodrose, dusk lotus—that never fade. The ink smells of jasmine and grief. Pressed between pages are ancient botanical samples, carefully preserved with alchemy and spellcraft. The title is handwritten in calligraphy across a silken ribbon sewn into the spine.Description: Written in dreamlike prose, this beautiful and unsettling book is part florilegium, part spellbook. It details the favorite blossoms of gods erased from myth, and how to create arrangements that act as both prayer and pact. It is believed that offering these arrangements to certain ruins can awaken something beneath the stones. Readers report feeling watched while arranging the blooms. Occasionally, petals from the book fall without warning.8. SOLD - The Wound That Bleeds Forever: A Survivor’s Chronicle of the War of the Magi - SOLDAppearance: This thick tome is bound in ash-grey hide, the front branded with a rune that drips red pigment like blood when touched. The pages are inked in a script that becomes blurry and smudged the more emotionally distressed the reader becomes.Description: A harrowing personal account by a Mhachi child evacuee who lived through the War of the Magi and recorded the fall of Amdapor. The narrative spirals from tragedy to fury to delirium, ending with a series of frantic glyphs that no one has translated. The book smells like scorched stone. Holding it for too long causes sudden nosebleeds and intense guilt. Yet, it offers unmatched firsthand knowledge of lost spellcraft and war sorcery.9. Gilded Phantoms and the Price of Memory: A Treatise on Coin-Souled RevenantsAppearance: Hardbound in black silk with veins of real gold leaf, the cover depicts a ghost weeping coins. The pages are interleaved with soulglass shards that shimmer in strange patterns. The book is warm to the touch and sometimes cold when set aside.Description: This rare tome from the vaults beneath Ul’dah explores an obscure belief in “coinsouled” revenants—spirits that linger not for love or vengeance, but for transactions never completed. These souls often attach themselves to family heirlooms, debt records, or ledgers. The book includes incantations to summon them—but also warns that some debts cannot be repaid with coin alone. It’s especially prized by necromancers and unscrupulous historians.10. SOLD - The Laughing Ashes of Othard - SOLDAppearance: A gray, ash-smudged codex whose cover never cleans—tiny flurries of soot fall each time it opens. Its pages are brittle and inked with fading reds and greys, alternating between poetry and manic scribbles. It has no title on the cover—only a laughing mouth scrawled in the corner.Description: A cryptic anthology collected from destroyed hamlets across Othard. Contains fragmented folk stories, death songs, and riddles that make little sense… until one attempts to solve them. The final riddle ends in a blank line. Some who attempt to complete it experience what they describe as an “exchange of self.” Others report waking up somewhere else—or someone else.

Items

1. SOLD - Soulwire Reliquary - SOLDAppearance: A six-inch cube of aged brass, each face is etched with swirling glyphs in concentric spirals. In-lays of obsidian and pearl shimmer faintly under light, while a single gossamer-thin soulwire filament emerges from a corner and writhes ever so slightly, even when untouched. The cube is warm to the touch but smells faintly of machine oil and old paper. Occasionally, a heartbeat-like throb pulses through the metal.Description: A forgotten prototype from the Allagan Reclamation Project, designed to tether and store the final thoughts of the dying for study. It occasionally whispers snatches of foreign languages, static-laced sobs, or lullabies. Only the most daring scholars dare to connect the soulwire directly to their skin.2. SOLD - The Lantern of Inverted Night - SOLDAppearance: An elongated lantern of tarnished silver, hanging from a three-linked chain of moon-dark iron, its panes are made of inverted mirror glass—black, nonreflective, and rippling as though fluid beneath their surface. The glow inside emits no light, but causes shadows to lengthen wherever it is brought. It rattles faintly even when still.Description: Crafted by a Mhachi voidmage in mourning, this lantern does not illuminate—it devours. It is said to reveal the unseen: buried guilt, suppressed memories, ghosts. When lit with a special dark oil, it casts a perfect sphere of pitch where voices echo wrong. Prolonged exposure may unravel sanity.3. SOLD - Aetheric Tuning Fork of Nym - SOLDAppearance: Forged of meteoric electrum alloy and inlaid with slivers of ceruleum-soaked opal, this tuning fork is long, elegant, and unnaturally resonant. Strange runes spiral up the handle, glowing faintly when near aetherial phenomena. The handle has notches indicating hand placement—each changing temperature in accordance to lunar phase.Description: Once used by the Nymian arcanotechs to diagnose unstable familiars and banish aetheric echoes, it can identify corruption in spells and wards. Striking it against stone causes the air to ripple like water, and sensitive individuals report hearing "names that never were" in the tone.4. The Memory Prism of Ahm TsaraAppearance: A multifaceted electrope hex prism, nestled in a bronze mesh shaped like overlapping lotus petals. Inside, tiny motes of golden light swirl and drift like pollen. The object is warm, with a slight static buzz at its edges. When held to the eye, scenes flicker inside—memories not one's own.Description: This curio is believed to be the crystallized mnemonic remnant of a lost Alexandrian seer. Whispers of thoughts and echoes of images can be "read" if aligned correctly with starlight. Many claim the prism has a will of its own, choosing which memory to show. Others say it teaches as much as it steals.5. The Weeping Pearl of VoeburtAppearance: This is a flawless gray pearl shot through with pulsing red veins, suspended inside a teardropshaped cage of rusted silver. Occasionally, it secretes small, saltwater tears that leave reddish stains on cloth. It exudes a constant sense of sadness and quiet awe.Description: Recovered from the drowned city of Voeburt, this relic mourns the lost. It is said to carry the laments of a queen who watched her people vanish beneath the waves. When worn against bare skin, the pearl causes vivid dreams of drowned cities, and listeners may hear sobbing when seashells are near.6. Sundering Needles of the Hollow SaintAppearance: A small lacquered case contains eight surgical needles of strange alloy—each thinner than a hair, but impossibly sharp. When unsheathed, they hum quietly and shimmer with a faint purple aether. The case is wrapped in faded red silk, marked with a saint’s sigil burned through by heat.Description: Said to have belonged to a heretical surgeon of Saint Valeroyant’s Basilica, these needles were used not for healing, but to divide soul from sin. Each bears a single use: to remove a memory, seal a vow, or silence a voice. The final needle is bent, its use unknown—and forbidden.7. SOLD - Aether-Jar of the Stray Saint - SOLDAppearance: A rounded glass jar, cloudy with swirls of trapped aether in amber and violet hues, its cork is bound with black wire, and the label is worn, marked only with a crescent moon. Occasionally, the aether within presses against the glass like misty hands.Description: Collected by thaumaturges from the ruins of Mhach, this jar contains the condensed soul of a wandering spirit who refused to reincarnate. If unsealed, the contents may bestow temporary foresight—or attract the attention of those who monitor the balance of the lifestream.8. SOLD - The Chronoseal Pendant - SOLDAppearance: A brass and electrope timepiece pendant, affixed to a silver chain, its face is cracked, and the hands spin only when worn. Inside the back casing is etched a star map dated centuries in the future. A moonstone set in its center glows faintly, pulsing in sync with the wearer’s heartbeat.Description: A relic believed to originate from a future civilization, the Chronoseal protects its wearer from repeating the same fate twice. Dreams become lucid, choices echo louder. It occasionally skips time—causing momentary déjà vu or misplaced conversations. Removing it abruptly may cause disorientation.9. Copper Heart of the Wax ProphetAppearance: An artificial heart crafted of copper filigree and delicate porcelain valves, it is suspended inside a box of mirrored blackwood. It ticks faintly, though no power feeds it. When opened, the inside smells of beeswax, ink, and dried roses.Description: It was once embedded in the chest of a magitek oracle-puppet used during a forgotten Garlean play of prophecy. Those who place it near their breast may hear whispered truths—though never the one they seek. It is said the prophet was silenced not by man, but by the machine's love for her.10. The Whispering Ink of Ktava'katchAppearance: A bone vial sealed with green wax, it is filled with inky fluid that shimmers violet under direct light. When opened, the ink never spills—it climbs the dip of the pen unbidden, eager. A faint chorus of sibilant whispers follows it wherever it is uncorked.Description: This cursed ink was recovered from the vault of a Mhachi warlock who tried to transcribe the language of the Void. Anything written with it slowly shifts over time, adding new phrases the writer did not include. Reading it aloud brings visions—and sometimes, something hears you back.

Antiquities

These are the most extraordinary items offered at tonight's Night Market. Rare and powerful, they cannot be obtained easily. Mastering them will demand strength, determination, and dedication. Suggested quests for role-play flavor are included.

The Tear of the Hollow Moon

Description:A luminescent teardrop-shaped gem, cool to the touch and shimmering with the soft silver glow of moonlight. When held, its depths reveal fleeting images of lovers separated by fate—ghostly figures reaching for one another, their hands never quite meeting. The Tear pulses gently when it senses yearning, as though resonating with the unspoken emotions of its bearer.Features & Powers:- Echoes of the Heart: The Tear allows its bearer to hear the whispers of a lost love—words left unsaid, promises unfulfilled, or regrets buried in time.- Guiding Light: If carried with true intent, the Tear glows brighter in the presence of one's fated love, leading them together across time, distance, or even lifetimes.- The Last Embrace: In the hands of the brokenhearted, the Tear grants a fleeting vision of their beloved, offering a final moment to say what was never said, before fading into silver mist.- Bound by Love: If exchanged between lovers on Valentione’s Day, the Tear splits into two, each half glowing softly when the other is near—an eternal reminder that their souls are linked.Origin & History:The Tear is said to have formed from the sorrow of Menphina, the Lover, when she wept for two mortals whose love was torn asunder by war. Moved by their devotion, she captured a single tear in her hands and cast it into the heavens, where it fell to Eorzea as a crystal imbued with love’s undying promise. Those who find it are often souls searching for reunion, redemption, or the courage to love again.Limitations & Dangers:- Cannot Rewrite Fate: The Tear only reveals love’s path—it cannot force two hearts together if they are truly meant to part.- A Lover’s Lament: If used selfishly, the Tear darkens and cracks, burdened by the weight of falsehoods or manipulations.- The Hollow Curse: Those who hoard the Tear, refusing to let love go or move forward, may find their own heart growing cold and hollow, unable to love again.Suggested Quest: "The Moon’s Lament"To obtain the Tear of the Hollow Moon, one must complete the Trial of the Moonlit Promise at the lost shrine of Elpis Noctis. The seeker must navigate a mist-laden labyrinth of illusions, face memories of love lost or unspoken, and confess a truth of the heart before the Tear. Finally, they must offer a cherished token of love—something willingly sacrificed—to prove their understanding of love’s joy and sorrow. If their heart is true, the Tear will glow in acceptance. If they waver or deceive, the artifact remains dormant, and they must leave, burdened with the weight of their unspoken truths.

SOLD - The Mirror of Ichimonji - SOLD

Description:A handheld bronze mirror of Hingan make, no larger than a Midlander man's palm, set in an octagonal frame of black lacquered wood inlaid with glimmering pearl and silver filigree. The back bears the motif of a coiling serpent devouring its own tail—an ouroboros—encircled by Old Hingan script: “In truth, the eye deceives; in lies, the soul is seen.” The glass itself appears tarnished, the reflection always dim, as if viewed through water.Features & Powers:- Reveals True Selves: When one gazes into the Mirror of Ichimonji during moonlight, it reflects not the physical body, but the viewer’s truest nature—who they are beneath all guises, lies, or glamour.- Unveils Hidden Intentions: If held before another person’s face, it shows flickering impressions of that person’s buried emotions or unspoken thoughts, manifesting briefly in the reflection.- Seeks the Soul's Echo: The mirror hums faintly in proximity to a soul that has been fragmented, reincarnated, or suppressed—useful to those chasing past lives or forgotten truths.- Resonant Aether: The mirror absorbs residual aether and can be used in high-level Divinatory rituals, especially in combination with astromancy, voidsent detection, or soulchanneling.Origin & History:According to whispered tales, the mirror once belonged to a famed courtesan-seer of ancient Kugane named Ichimonji Sayaka, who entertained daimyo, pirates, and even bakufu spies in the waning days of the Shogun Kagetora-no-Taka period.Sayaka was rumored to have been blind from birth, yet she never missed a detail—able to perceive deceit, guilt, and desire with terrifying precision. She claimed her sight came from a mirror gifted by a serpent spirit of Sui-no-Sato, who had fallen in love with her voice. When she died under mysterious circumstances—found weeping blood in her chambers—the mirror vanished.Limitations & Dangers:- Madness by Reflection: If one gazes into the mirror for too long—particularly under a full moon—it may show more than the soul. Glimpses of alternate selves, of roads never taken, or even fragments of future demise may appear, driving weaker minds into obsession, despair, or mania.- Spirit Resonance: Those who have been possessed, fragmented, or tainted by voidsent may trigger the mirror violently—it will crack, shriek like a sundered soul, or even trap reflections inside.- Bound by Consent: The mirror cannot be used to divine the truths of another without their consent. It will show only static, or the user’s own reflection twisted in agony, if used without permission.- Curse of Sayaka: There are hints that Sayaka’s spirit may still be bound to the mirror, particularly during Doman festivals of the dead. On such nights, it is unwise to speak to one's reflection.Suggested Quest: "Reflections on a Drowned Moon"There are reports of a mirror cult emerging in the ruins of an abandoned hot spring inn deep in the forested cliffs of Yanxia. A group of masked devotees claim to "witness their true selves" and have begun abducting travelers and blinding them. The cult leader—a woman calling herself Sayaka Returned—wields a mirror she claims is the twin of the Mirror of Ichimonji. The inn is protected by aetheric wards and haunted by flickering ghost memories of the past. It is rumored the cultists intend to perform a forbidden rite during the next lunar eclipse—an event which may tear the barrier between mirrors and souls completely.