MGibster
Legend
Sometimes I feel as though we overthink things during these discussions. Why would we not assume the DM explained why the shorter route is more dangerous? What would be the point of telling the players the shorter route is more dangerous without providing them with a reason? Because in my experience, PCs won't hesitate to ask why this route is potentially filled with more danger so the DM is going to have an answer. The answer could be as simple as "Lord Tanith's forces monitor these roads closely and they will be difficult to avoid."