The Adventures of Axel (Journal Entries)
Axel Lahtool, a young bard and protector of Thundern, recounts the experiences that shaped his belief that true protection means choosing peace over violence, from defending his town and helping a goblin family to defeating a chimera at a festival. After becoming celebrated as a hero, Axel faces a banshee who forces him to confront the lives he has taken and the pride that came with his reputation, ultimately fleeing to Phandalin to seek forgiveness, humility, and his own peace.
“That Black Bat Licorice” by Jack White
In a chaotic attempt to retrieve a vital murder-investigation file, Max and Zak infiltrate Hardin Bank Headquarters while using Jack White’s “That Black Bat Licorice” as their makeshift soundtrack. Zak creates a ridiculous distraction while Max fights his way past security and escapes with the file on Martin, leaving behind an apologetic—but comedic—trail of chaos.
It’s Been A Minute…
He hadn’t seen them in a month, but the fight came back faster than the beat in his earbuds. Four robbers were left unconscious to the sound of Bakar’s voice. Max finally finds who he’s been looking for… but will he go with him?
Max’s Lone Heist
They said family things kept them away — so they sent Max alone with a speaker and a job to do. He swiped the USB to Dom's beat pulsing through the lot, and by the time shots cut the music, he realized stealing what they needed might mean losing what made him care.