The Acorn Vernon Spa
Summary
The Acorn Vernon Spa is an establishment where Louise Guzman holds a confrontational meeting with the party following their failed mission to recover a book. The spa serves as the opening location for the gameplay portion of Session 4, providing a setting where Guzman can comfortably smoke and conduct business. The venue appears to be chosen by Guzman as neutral ground for discussing the party's failure and delivering threats regarding potential consequences with the organization.
Description
The Acorn Vernon Spa is characterized as a place where Louise Guzman feels comfortable enough to smoke using his distinctive long cigarette holder. The establishment's name suggests it may offer spa services or similar amenities, though the specific physical details of the interior are not elaborated upon in the session. The atmosphere during the party's visit is tense, as it serves as the backdrop for Guzman's confrontation with Sucks, Vasso, and the others about their mission failure.
History
Session 4
The campaign opens at the Acorn Vernon Spa, picking up immediately after the previous session's cliffhanger where Sucks was examining a card. Louise Guzman meets with the party at this location to confront them about their failure to recover his book. During this meeting, Guzman smokes from his long cigarette holder while threatening to report the group to the organization for their unsuccessful mission. The spa provides the setting for this crucial confrontation that establishes the session's initial tension and stakes.
Notable Features
- Permits smoking indoors, allowing Louise Guzman to use his long cigarette holder
- Functions as a meeting place where business discussions can occur
- Provides a relatively private setting for confrontations and sensitive conversations