"Everything seems above board here. No need for further investigation. Carry on."
-T. Northcott, Chief Constable
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EPISODE ONE: THE SICK, THE DANCING...AND THE DEAD!
"So, anyone up for the slightest bit of mischief?" -A. Umaru
Synopsis: The Dirge Hill Lodge is founded to investigate the ominous re-emergence of the mysterious Gryphon Committee, who seem to be hiding in plain sight under the guise of a company named Falconer Foods, who recently constructed a massive factory in the region. The Gryphon Committee have gathered once every ten years, only to vanish mysteriously and have a natural disaster decimate the place of their meeting mere days later. Dirge Hill seems to be the Committee's next target, but why? As if this were not alarming enough, an increase in strange activity around Dirge Hill draws the Rippers into an ancient struggle between a bound spirit of sickness and the filthy legion tasked with keeping it forever at bay. Will the Ferryman Fits ravage the populace once more?
The Plague Doctor
Lewis Brackett, Wererat
EPISODE TWO: ENTER THE EAGLE
"All I wanted was to rule the world. Was that so bad?" -The Shuffler
Synopsis: A sinister game of cat Eagle and mouse drags the Dirge Hill Lodge into a most strange attempt at courtship, as the flamboyant American villainess The Shuffler travels overseas in hopes of joining forces with a peculiarly gifted romantic interest. An old friend of the Rippers is abducted and used to lure the heroes to a tense and dramatic showdown at Tinbarrel Tower, where the masked hero The Midnight Eagle and his fortune-telling arch-nemesis battle it out for the very last time.
The Shuffler & her Tarot Card Clues
EPISODE THREE: OUR DEAR MISTER WRIGLEY
"The low, meager things, no matter how wretched, no matter how tawdry and obscene, serve a noble purpose in the grand scheme of being. It is this glorious cycle of existence that we worship--I mean, admire." -H. Wrigley
Synopsis: The intricate mystery of the enigmatic Gryphon Committee continues to unfold, with the Dirge Hill Lodge infiltrating the imposing Falconer Foods factory under the guise of subterfuge, coming face to face with the curious founder of the company, one Hiram Wrigley, ever-accompanied by his fearsome Foreman. A tour of the facility manages to uncover even more oddities surrounding the peculiar, well-guarded site, leaving the Rippers with far more questions than answers. As if that were not enough, the dreaded Binrats Gang pays an unannounced visit to Carlister House...
Hiram Wrigley, Director of Falconer Foods, inc.
 Julian Clarke, Foreman |
EPISODE FOUR: MONDAY THE 11th "Yea, we like all these toys a lot. Thanks!" -Cabal Thug (Deceased) Synopsis: Brilliant, yet shamed Chemist Manfred Spetzler's work into understanding and controlling the dangerous psyche of the insane Human mind got him ousted from the scientific community. The ridicule festered inside him for years, but the Doctor found new, enthusiastic sponsors for his dreadful experiments among the insane Cabal. After finding a homicidal test subject that would act as host for his experimental concoctions, Doctor Spetzler systematically used his new unfeeling killing machine to track down and eliminate each of his former colleagues that ruined his scientific career. With but one last target remaining on his list, the Rippers do all they can to stop the mad Chemist and his 11th test subject, the incurably insane psycho killer, Michelle Monday.  Doctor Manfred Spetzler  Michelle Monday, 11th test subject EPISODE FIVE: THE MAN WITH THE GOLDEN GRIN "Oh, I fully admit, my luck's hit a bit of a rough patch as of late, and I'm doing all I can to see it returned to me, I assure you." -K. Sadim Synopsis: Ever since his mischievous youth, Kearney Sadim has had an affinity for the Goodly folk, being taken in as a running mate with the O'Leary brothers, three Fae from the emerald isles who taught the mortal some tricks at cards and games of chance. Using these enchanted methods, Sadim amassed a great deal of wealth, but alas, the attentions of the Fae are fickle, and in time, the visits from the O'Leary brothers became more and more scarce. With his life no longer charmed, Kearney Sadim grew more and more desperate, going so far as to kidnap the youngest O'Leary brother and enacting a desperate plan to inject the Fae's enchanted blood into his own veins to try to steal some of his capricious magic. This tragic deed cursed Sadim amongst the Fae, and he seeks out the strange Lord Accountant Bruskettle to try to settle the score and appease the potent beings he so direly offended, and recruits the Rippers of Dirge Hill to aid him, while carefully sidestepping the truth of his nefarious crimes against the goodly folk.   EPISODE SIX: BETTER TO REIN IN HELL "Is that a goat?" -T. Florescu Synopsis: The Dirge Hill Derby approaches! The newcomer called Sweet Dreams has captured the imaginations of race fans across the area, but dreams turn swiftly to nightmare when the grim secret of the Mare's stunning success is uncovered. Glory-hungry Jockey Samuel Tollis made a grim pact with infernal forces, promising his aid in return for victory at the track. Using a whip infused with infernal energy to possess Sweet Dreams with the demonic Nightmare spirit Haz'Gazoon, the ambitious little fellows hopes are dashed by the Dirge Hill Lodge, with a little help from Ahmose's mentor and one of his fellow Rippers from the Exeter Lodge.   Haz'Gazoon, Nightmare of the Hells Below EPISODE SEVEN: ON MATTERS OF ECTOPLASM "Rarely, mind you--oh so rarely--the transmuted ectoplasm takes shape...aggressive shape." -M.M. Meltrigger Synopsis: The Dirge Hill Lodge bid farewell to their visiting comrades from the Exeter Lodge, as Lord Edgar Wolfden and Tillie Florescu depart Carlister House after our heroes discover a grim (and scarlet) secret. Though, things are not quiet for long for the Rippers of Dirge Hill, as Doctor Martin Mulholland Meltrigger arrives with much pep and gusto, proudly showcasing his newest, most groundbreaking invention. In exchange for his ingenious cooperation, the avid inventor seeks aid in performing a PERFECTLY SAFE AND IN NO WAY DANGEROUS field study into the finer points of emotional resonance. After a quick jaunt to Melody Square to fetch some supplies, the heroes depart for Eternal Echo Cemetery, where emotions run high...  EPISODE EIGHT: A BRIDE FOR OPHIDIAN “He slithered off into the darkness and...in my own way, I guess I did, too.” -L. Sparland Synopsis: A grim anniversary drudges up old phantoms for a retired Ripper, and a former friend gone insane returns to unite a curious family of delinquent youths and immortal bride. Regional terrors the Saucy Lads, the Batty-Fangers, and the Bin Rats gangs all join forces under the paternal guidance of a most poisonous viper, with the forked-tongued Viraj Haroon coiling deep beneath the basement of his Orphanage hide-away, where our heroes are cordially invited to attend a most curious wedding ceremony...   EPISODE NINE: VICTORIAN PSYCHO "It seems I am not the only one sitting at this table stitched together with...curious parts." -Mister Black Synopsis: Lifelong conspiracy theorist and cracked historian Franklin J. Weirwood finds himself drawn to the strange events assembling around Dirge Hill and holds a most curious auction for two bitter parties after adding a particularly potent piece to his collection. Meanwhile, great revelations are unearthed about the mysterious Gryphon Committee and their malevolent deity figurehead, with the Rippers of Carlister House preparing to stage a bold assault on the ancient Cult, amassing whatever firepower they can to set the odds closer to their favor.   EPISODE TEN: AND WE SANG DIRGES IN THE DARK "You would curtail all this majesty?" -H. Wrigley (Last words) Synopsis: Hail Vultrexa! The Harpy Queen and her cult of Worms is closer than ever to the bloody climax of their grand ritual, but the Dirge Hill Lodge interrupts the hallowed event with a daring underground siege. A grueling slog through the soft, murky soil beneath Falconer Foods factory sees noble sacrifices made, and ends with the soul of the last priestess of the hollowed city of Baltheem returning to the realms of mortals in order to perform her most sacred duty. The strange events converging upon Dirge Hill culminate in a battle for the very sanity of our bold heroes!    |
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