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Salty

All of the freshwater in the area has been turned to salt water.

{character] is worried everyone will die.

Hot Lava

A nearby volcano has erupted.

Jody Mowbry knew they should have moved.

No Entry

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

Katya Massa does not recognize the species of those protecting the gates. Elise Echols the gates have been barred like this for no more than a week.

The Menu

A tavern has become quite well known for having delicious food. Problem is, the food is made up of humanoids.

Tanar Spring bit into their meatloaf and pulled out a ring.

The Flood

A flood has covered hundreds of miles, leaving nothing but a small village that was built upon the top of a great hill. Settlers from flooded towns are seeking refuge, but there's not enough supplies to go around, and some refugees and plotting to take over.

Sawyer Walker thinks the village should close their doors to any and all refugees.

Land Shark

Sharks. With legs. Need we say more?

Kalak Echols thinks a mad mage has created these abominations.

Into the Corn

A cornfield at a nearby farm lets people in, but does not let them out.

Eden Pegg's brother went into the corn last week, and hasn't been seen since.

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.

Alondra Broadbent suggests you don't wear the helmet until you have it inspected by a wizard. Laurie Roberts says a wizard will just try to take it, might as well wear it.

It's a Hog's Life

After a night of drinking and feasting in the town, you awaken to find the town empty of villagers and instead it is filled with hogs

Caitlin Walker says the town worships a respectable goddess of the land, harvest and charity. Jim Pierre-Dupois only allows those who are strictly invited to the feats to participate.

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