All Allison can decipher about the gem is that it seems to be radiating the divination magic in a large area, essentially making it very easy to detect. She concurs with the assessment that it's some sort of beacon, but beyond that, she can't ascertain any purpose to it.<br/><br/>All seemed quiet as the new year rolled around, with no signs of any plagues, bandit activity, giant monsters, or invading armies. For once.