From the notes of Samiel Gavendier, sorcerer

Predicting the motions of the Serpent amongst the other stars has become impossible. I am certain of that now, but I remain blind to its meaning. It has been years since I could even somewhat regularly discern its movements. I know much of the other constellations and their influences, though my attempts to focus and harness those energies have borne no fruit yet. Four years ago, I was so close to capturing some of the Serpent’s energies to study; I had plotted out its course and laid out the shards just so. Now it’s all ruined! My colleagues suggest that I turn my attention to other Aetherial studies, that I just abandon this course, but I will not show such weakness of will. My work shall continue.