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Fetch Quest

The forest warden has asked you to cull seven black bears as their population has been getting out of control. The innkeeper asks your to bring him five intact bear livers.

Everyone in town repeats the same greetings over and over. Jayson Deadeye won't speak to you until you prove yourself to the town.

Thirst Trap

No one in town can be sated. Water!

The only person immune is Mikael Treespeaker.

Anger

Everyone in town is JUST SO FREAKING MAD

Jody AnaanShan is totally the most mad.

The Helm of Slaughter

You find a beautifully crafted helmet. You put it on and after a few moments you hear a voice, "Yes... let the slaughter begin...". You are unable to remove the helmet.

Claire Scourge suggests you don't wear the helmet until you have it inspected by a wizard. Hector Alma says a wizard will just try to take it, might as well wear it.

No Entry

The city gates are barred. Strange looking guards of a species you do not recognize prevent your entry.

Fribbington Hogan does not recognize the species of those protecting the gates. Malik Brocksby the gates have been barred like this for no more than a week.

Pirate Court

A fleet of pirates have descended upon the city and are putting a famous pirate captain on trial.

Weyland Pierce has gone to each day of the trial.

Sleep

Everyone in the city has fallen asleep, and no one knows why or how.

Helen Windfall talks in their sleep.

Ice Storm

A severe winter storm has hit, and it's going to take skill and luck to survive the deep freeze.

Sasha Sybil is worried that they won't make it through the storm.

The Elves have Gone

You arrive at the gates of an ancient elven city. The gates of the city are unbarred, and the streets empty. The city has been abandoned.

Athol Todd has been to this city before and found the elves to be very welcoming.

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