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Tiefling Trouble

A tiefling named Rokul is being targeted by a mysterious assassin.

Weston Alard seems to think the assassin is one of the Black Birds, a group of hired killers. Luce Sorra doesn't think the Black Birds even exist.

The Ship

A wrecked warship has washed up on the beach. Problem is, it's a ship that hasn't even been launched yet from the nearby port.

Maria Scott is supposed to work on the ship during its maiden voyage.

The Garrison

A group of soldiers fighting a war have come to town, looking for a place to stay and rest. The problem is, the war they're fighting ended over 100 years ago.

Deilos Schmidt isn't convinced the soldiers are ghosts.

The Possessed

A coven of witches has seemingly called forth demons from the underworld to possess innocents in a nearby town.

It's said the witches want to kill Katja Quaresh.

Salty

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

{character] is worried everyone will die.

A Royal Summons

A messenger arrives. The land is under attack, and the Queen has called upon your to help defend her lands.

The messenger is impatient. Ria Elonil is worried you're in over your head.

Major Crimes

The dwarves of the southern hills have cut off all trade and closed their gates to any outsider without strict permission to enter. Someone has been shaving off their beards in the night, and they have asked your party to investigate.

Jon Sweeny refuses to meet face to face with you, but rather wears a veil. Monty Bryce is so angry he flies off the handle at any mention of beards.

Civil War

A massive city has taken arms up against one another, the sides naturally bisected by a river which runs through town.

Mercy Jones was forced to kill their brother last night.

Sadness

Everyone in town can't stop crying.

Balur Clarke hasn't cried in years until now.

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