Tonnorrono Massacre

The Tonnorrono Massacre takes place in the first chapter of Invisible Line and sets in place amny of the events it details.

Background
Uselle Gadwich was for many years Rayteil's direct link to the affair's of Edge. As such, he was unique in the organization in that he held no respect for Cy Modhezyphe, and would frequently exercize his direct connection to Rayteil in order to subvert her actions.

In a desire to retire early and provide a final slap in the face to Modhezyphe, he stole a large sum from her personal funds, as well as recently developed "super-soldier" concotion that he immediately used to prevent any retaliation. Gloating, he intended to throw a large celebration for his return inot the aristocracy, funded entirely on stolen funds.

Unbeknownst to him, however, Modhezyphe had planned for his betrayal, specifically his use of the formula. It was not designed to give the user any additional powers at all, rather to convert his or her body into a vessel which could be used to store another's soul in. Specifically, that of the long-dead Anajaz Serya.

Impact
The remaining inner sanctum of Edge struck Gadwich's celebration, using his overconfidence and a host of illusory magic to strike with the element of suprise. Gadwich was decapitated and killed immediately, and the rest of the guests and guards followed him to the grave shortly thereafter. However, the assassin's were forced to make an early retreat due to an anonymous tip from Saphorian Saque, but not before burning the building to the ground and escaping with Gadwich's body.

A single guard, Ferran Threll, was revived and was able to provide basic details on the attack. He was immediately placed under protection and included in a covert task force with the intention of using his knowledge to learn more about Edge.

Also ressurected was Serya, using Gadwich's body to return amongst the living. His witnessed death by Ferran prevented him from being used as a spy without raising immediate suspicion. Modhezyphe then returned to the guise of rage at Gadwich's betrayal in order to mask his true intentions to Rayteil.