Journal of Crunch, Day 302

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Revised conclusions: Sword is alive.

After observation of the weapon's emotional reactions to my questions, I have seen a pattern in them that marks the existence of a sentient being. My best guess is that it is an unexpected side effect of the positive energy relay upgrades from my refit. Besides sentience, it has also gained a number of powers and abilities on the way: it is noteably sharper, capable of small feats of magic, and can electrocute anything hit by it. The sword is to be commended for gaining such functions on its own.

I have decided to name it Rusty, based off of my experience when I first received it. While Rusty seems amused by the name, I can't tell if it remembers that experience. It seems that Rusty is trepid at the idea of being introduced to my allies. This may have something to do with Ragnarr's reaction to it, which is now very confusing. Fortunately, I believe I have a plan to ease its introduction with a series of tactical conversations and social equipment upgrades.

Oh yes, the prisoner. After careful testing, questioning, and punching of the prisoner, we have decided to allow him to join our unit. His name is Bael'thas, and he hails from the lands of Coronthalus in Subplane 3. He was indeed sent here by a vision from his deity Ehlonna. He has spent much time in guerrilla warfare against creatures known as niyogi, and is a good marksman when not attacked in melee.

As for locating the junctions in the Plane of the Seer Aboleth, Ragnarr has made progress on that front. He has contacted Dogwater, who has agreed to locate them for us. Dogwater has become larger since the Incident, and has also eaten metal again. Ken bolstered our defenses for tomorrow before going to bed. Tomorrow we return again to the Plane of the Seer Aboleth. Tonight I will attempt to read a book to Rusty.

Conclusions: Life is a strange and surprising thing. Waterproof journals are a good long-term investment.