The Magic Story Podcast Lorwyn Eclipsed | #159: Star-Crossed
Jan 8, 2026
Two elves navigate an extraordinary correspondence that blossoms into a petrifying love story. Cerise discovers her uncle's letters and a hidden Dawn Glove while grappling with moral choices. As she and Rain bond over plant exchanges, he reveals a deadly illness, sparking urgent decisions. When Cerise crosses into Lorwyn to save him, both face a haunting fate amid the aurora's curse. They ultimately choose unity in their sacrifice, turning to stone together, forever intertwined in their bittersweet romance.
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Inheritance Sparks Cross-Aurora Correspondence
- Cerise inherits her uncle Gethin's ruined Shadowmoor house and finds unsent letters and a parcel meant for Rain Brecken.
- She begins corresponding with the Lorwyn elf Rain after sending his delayed balsam and discovers a bridge between their worlds.
Appearance Dictates Lorwyn's Social Order
- Lorwyn values appearance and perfection so highly that physical scars determine social status and survival.
- That vanity shapes why Rain hid his condition and why access to reliquaries matters for crossing borders.
Botanical Letters Foster Friendship
- Rain and Cerise trade botanical samples and letters that rebuild Gethin's collection and deepen their friendship.
- Their correspondence grows affectionate and playful as they exchange drawings, samples, and stories about the Aurora.