Commander Waldron rings a bell on the nearby wall, and another runner enters the room. He speaks quietly to the boy, who leaves immediately on his errand. He then turns to Orando. Again, I apologize for the theatrics across the hall. We wanted to inquire if any ill would come from placing our trust ...

Commander Waldron We have a map of our secured area. I could have a scribe make a copy for you. It isn't a large area. We found nothing dangerous in the tunnels, the perimeter was established to keep out anything unknown, and to keep it at least a short distance from the city. Until now, it was just...

The old man showed no indication that he understood what Orando said. Then the door was closed. When the post commander came out of the room, there wasn't time to get a good look inside the room again.

If anyone would like to share a story that came out during the "interview," feel free.

After a few minutes the door opens again and the gruff looking soldier steps out, closing the door behind him. He addresses Eril. Thank you, Captain, you've done well. Tell your cousin that his initiative has not gone unnoticed. Eril strikes his breast, gives you all a farewell nod, and leaves the k...

Sorry for the delay. My mother has Parkinson’s, and we found out this afternoon that she is declining much more rapidly than anyone expected. Got some real world things to handle. I’ll still be posting when I can.

The patrol captain motions a runner over and whispers into the lad's ear. The runner bolts toward the keep. Eril turns to Alfonzo. The earths shakes no more or less here than anywhere else. Arnolst is no less safe than any other location. He turns and leads you the short distance to the keep, with h...

I’m leaving this afternoon for a camping trip with my son, we’ll be back next Tuesday. We’ll pick up the story then with the party entering the keep.

The two exchange pleasantries and a brief exchange, too low to hear. Your guard then turns to you and introduces his cousin, patrol captain Eril. Before he speaks, Eril gives you the same scrutiny you received from his cousin. Cousin Ern says you show some interest in helping our city. I’ll be hones...

The guard leads you to city center, answering Alfonzo’s questions along the way. You pass buildings displaying farm implements and clothing, and others with general store wares, interspersed with what appear to be small homes and a couple eating establishments. There is a faint ground tremor that yo...

The guard crosses his arms and chews his lip as he looks at all of you one at a time. Maybe. My cousin is in charge of the patrols. He was telling me… Maybe. If you’re really interested in helping out, follow me to the barracks. I’ll introduce you to my cousin. He turns and starts walking slowly in ...

The guardsman waves his squad on, but stays behind to talk to you. Arnolst? Well, there's the docks, as you probably know. Most who are traveling through come by river. No too many brave enough to travel over land. Not too many travelers in general, really. Docks are mostly for the fishermen. Main g...

ARNOLST Arnolst is located at the confluence of two large rivers. The main river flows north to south past the city. The tributary flows in from the northeast. Arnolst sits in that junction so it is protected by water on all sides except to the north. Before the Breaking, it was a massive hub of com...

Your group is beginning to attract attention from the crowd in the market. Nothing unfriendly, mostly just curiosity. A squad of guards on their way back from the wall stop as they walk past.

You folks look like you might be a little lost. Is there anything we can help you with?

The pair that Bretina pointed out has left the market. You can still see them, at least the half-elf and the human can, heading in the direction of the docks. Glancing in their direction, you see a rough looking youthful figure approaching.

Re-opening the public Characters thread, in case anyone wants to post their character here. Whether your character is posted publicly or privately or both is entirely up to you.

Thank you!

I would like to add another private sub-forum for Ythgar.

Thank you.

We have a full crew of six now. Welcome, Ythgar.