Their first stop was a secret 18th century Buddhist monastery that moved from place to place, hiding from enemies to keep Genghis Khan's two spirit banners hidden. When our spirited team decided to arm themselves to the teeth, they found a less-than-friendly welcome from the monks, who were trained to protect their ancestor's two spirit banners from the enemies of their own time. It took some doing, but the detectives managed to convince Zanabazar, the monastery's revered leader, that their intentions were honorable.Their travels then took them to the court of Kubla Khan, and their fighter instincts caused more trouble with gaining the trust of a leader besieged with troubles. Fortunately, a certain European adventurer was there to lend a hand, and the detectives were soon off to find yet another elusive Mongolian warrior, a fierce princess named Khutulun.
Our group tackled every challenge with high courage--and eventually, learned to apply some wisdom as well. They began by seeking a spirit banner of peace with weaponry and threats and gradually learned the hard way that this technique only raised the hackles of a warring people. Gentle wisdom brought out the sincerity of their quest, and gained the help they so needed.
The time for courage and conquest finally came in the show-down with the demons. Each member of the group managed to hit the mark with a magical crossbow, and the demons gradually gave way as the team brought the Sulde of Peace that would balance the Sulde of War that the demons stole.
Photos of the artwork from this adventure are here, and photos of our valiant crew are here.
