Dark Waters

is the ninety-eighth episode of the second campaign of Critical Role.

Previously on Critical Role
''So, last we left off: The Mighty Nein had returned to Nicodranas, to prepare their travel towards the negotiation between the Kryn Dynasty and the Dwendalian Empire. Upon arriving and settling yourselves, you discovered that on one of the vessels, which was built by and belongs to the Cerberus Assembly, a few members were present, as well as a new figure that you had not encountered before. After a bit of monkey espionage, you revealed this individual to be Essek in disguise, who was revealed to have some connection with the Cerberus Assembly. As the intrigue continued to spread, you completed the ‘’Transmogrification’‘ spell on Nott with the curse lifted, and restored Veth Brenatto as she was always meant to be.''

''After a bit of shopping, you also were invited to a party at the local Marquis’s estate, and upon attending, you convinced Marion Lavorre to go and perform. Through a series of spells, Beau had a very interesting altered experience. Some fancy dress was purchased and designed by Caduceus and Jester, and upon realizing that Essek in his illusory form was attempting to escape when pressured at the party, you managed to subdue him and escort him to your ship at the docks. There, an interrogation led you to some revelations, some emotions, and where we left off, a bit of a climactic conversation continues.''

The Mighty Nein

 * Beauregard Lionett
 * Caduceus Clay
 * Caleb Widogast
 * Fjord
 * Frumpkin (not mentioned)
 * Jester Lavorre
 * Veth Brenatto/Nott the Brave
 * Yasha Nydoorin

Returning

 * Essek Thelyss
 * Marion Lavorre
 * Sheila Bobsnopper
 * Yeza Brenatto
 * Orly Skiffback
 * Marius LePual

Quotations
Essek Good. That’ll help you survive. Caleb: It doesn’t mean we don’t hope for you.
 * Caleb: Make no mistake. We do not trust you.

Trivia

 * Fjord's death in this episode is the fourth player character death in the campaign, following Mollymauk, Caduceus, and Nott.