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The Troll

A troll has been terrorizing nearby villages.

Helsora Cunningham saw the troll speaking to a man who looked like a wizard.

The Dragon Sword

A sword said to be able to easily kill dragons has been lost in a dungeon and must be recovered.

It's said that Lara Moran knows exactly where the dungeon is.

The Painting

An old woman has died, and townsfolk are cleaning out her home when they find a strange and grotesque painting of a thin man covered in a black veil. The veil was removed, but the painting is stuck on the wall. That same night, someone was murdered.

Nina Summer saw a thin man fleeing the scene of the crime.

Enemy of my Enemy

A warning cry echoes across the fields surrounding the village, looking toward the forest's edge you see a large band of orcs come charging out. Drawing your weapons, you realize the orcs are not attacking, they are fleeing from something else.

Renee Hickory believes the orcs are dangerous and should not be allowed into the town. Makayla Wilton believes working with the orcs is best for all involved

The Singer

A woman has come to town who can put people in a trance by singing to them.

Laban Hume is under the singer's thrall.

The Contest

Two wizards have decided to see who is really the greater magic user. problem is they're doing this by seeing who can turn the most townsfolk into pigs.

Kharda Anwen was the first one to be changed into a pig.

The Relic

While perusing a local shop, you are drawn to an old, rusty sword. It feels familiar in your hand and when you turn it over you find your name engraved on the blade.

Trixie Winter, the elderly shopkeeper, says the sword has been in this shop for as long as he can remember. River Tawnyspots recognizes you, but cannot quite place where from.

The Yeti

A mysterious beast with white hair has been seen nearby. It's roars can be heard at night.

Olivia Quaresh is going to hunt the animal down.

The Constable

The local constable has locked himself, and hostages, in the city jail.

Marlon Shad thinks the constable is having a psychotic break.

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