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The Translators

A foreigner is looking for translators on his journey to a mysterious land.

Pallav Reece almost decided to go with the foreigner.

The Pauper King

You find a beggar on the side of the road outside a major city, looking confused and out of sorts. With a start, you recognize him as the local king.

Mikael Duval says the King has been missing, some believe he was assassinated

Practical Research

A famous adventure writer wishes to be brought on a quest with your party. You are to show her the ropes and keep her safe. Her publisher is not happy about it.

Phoebe Joybrook, the writer's agent, threatens you with legal action if any harm comes to the writer. Hugo Halgar is the writer's #1 fan and offers to pay for the expedition if you let them come along.

The Siren's Call

You booked passage on a ship. Midway through the voyage, you awaken to find only you and your companions on board. The ship is anchored beside a small island and a Siren's song fills the air...

Dag Carter warns of danger on the seas. Logan Ferrier believes she met a creature of the sea with an entrancing singing voice.

A Creeping Corruption

A ranger has found a spreading disease deep in the forest which is killing all the vegetation and turning the animals mad. The spread will soon reach the outskirts of a local city and the farms that feed it.

Sumesh Enola believes there is a druid who may be able to help. Natar Quaresh last saw the druid more than a month before when they purchased potions from the druid.

Forest Fire

A raging fire burns through the forest.

Alicia Shadowmourne is worried they'll lose their home.

Invaders within!

Goblins are in the middle of the city! A series of caves have opened up in the sewers and streets and the city is under attack from within!

Olivier Crump doesn't believe goblins could have done this on their own. Ricky Selentia requests the adventurers helps his family at a local Inn

Hot Lava

A nearby volcano has erupted.

Aubrey Elonil knew they should have moved.

Tourney Troubles

You are participating in the grand melee, the pinnacle competition during the Summer Tournament. In the midst of the combat, shouts ring out from the crowd. The tournament grounds are under attack!

Riley Marid, a local lord, and his knights were not invited to the tournament. Daniel Weatherby is a guard captain who partakes a bit heavily in drinking.

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