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Goonalan's 5th Ed Games- The Union in the Red Larch Adventure Session #72 to #75 (12/04/17)
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<blockquote data-quote="Goonalan" data-source="post: 6765601" data-attributes="member: 16069"><p><strong>Chapter 20: The investigation continues.</strong></p><p></p><p>Sildar is as good as his word, he pays the guys and then treats them to a hearty lunch; he's celebrating having accepted the post of deputy to the Town Master, it seems the power of the Lords' Alliance extends as far as Phandalin. That said, Sildar has another problem he hopes the adventurers can help him with, the Alliance sent one of their agents to Phandalin about three months back - the man Iarno Albrek has alas not been heard from since. Sildar has discovered that Iarno was last seen in the vicinity of Tresendar Manor, the hideout of the Redbrands. He fears the worst, however there exists a chance that Iarno is still alive- perhaps a prisoner of the ruffians. Sildar takes a moment to describe Iarno- a short, dark haired, bearded man in his mid 30s, a wizard. He will of course pay for Iarno's safe return, or else the return of his body. The adventurers quickly agree to take on the task, after all they have business with the Redbrands.</p><p></p><p>Sildar is pleased to hear this, and offers an additional reward for the destruction of the Redbrands, the adventurers smile with joy- they could end up getting paid twice, from Halia and Sildar. The adventurers also take the time to share with Sildar their findings from their time visiting with the inhabitants of the town.</p><p></p><p>The meal over, Sildar requests one last favour - for the adventurers to return with him to see the Townmaster, he wants the guys to meet the man and later share with him their impressions of the fellow, and so it comes to pass.</p><p></p><p>An hour or so later in a backroom of the Town Hall the adventurers meet with Harbin Wester, a fat bank manager type. </p><p></p><p>“And I am Grimm, follower of Tymora,” the paladin completes the introductions, the adventurers have decided to play dumb with the Townmaster.</p><p>“Adventurers you say, well that's most apposite- I have a task for you, if you're up to the challenge,” Harbin, the fat Townmaster waddles and gleams as he talks.</p><p>“Several miners have reported encounters with Orcs in the hills nearby, and further along the Triboar Trail towards the ruins of Conyberry.”</p><p>Grimm nods along as Harbin unravels his tale, the other adventurers watch on.</p><p>“There's a reward of course- 100 gold coins if you will eradicate this threat, of course you'd have to supply some proof of the dead.” Harbin looks up at the sea of expectant faces.</p><p>“Well? Will you take the job?” he finally asks.</p><p>“Yes, of course.” Grimm replies with a friendly smile, “we may need to rest a day or so, we've just fought and killed a nest of goblins on the road to Phandalin.”</p><p>“Of course, and thank you.” Harbin states.</p><p>“We've also located goods belonging to Lionshield Coster, a previous delivery ambushed by the same goblins,” Ken Lee adds.</p><p>“Remarkable. You've done remarkably well. I thank you again... but the Orcs?” Harbin turns the conversation again.</p><p>“We've said we'll deal with the Orcs!” Zalt snaps.</p><p>“Yes...” Harbin stammers, a little taken aback by the warlock's vehemance.</p><p>“Are there any other problems in Phandalin?” Zyler casually enquires.</p><p></p><p>Harbin takes a moment to think, or else consider his options.</p><p>“No, that is... No. I don't think so,” he finishes.</p><p>“Not even with the Redbrands?” Zalt fires back with a sneer.</p><p>“The Redbrands? No, I mean... There's a certain amount of... well, shall we call it- rough play, but surely that's to be expected. You need to understand the Redbrands are a mercenary outfit, they keep us safe...” Harbin is cut off in his prime.</p><p>“Safe!” Grimm and Zyler exclaim in chorus.</p><p>“They killed a man.” Zyler starts.</p><p>“The woodcarver.” Grimm finishes.</p><p>“More than a little rough play, wouldn't you say- murder?” Zalt ends it and stares daggers at the flustered Townmaster.</p><p>“I... I... That is...” Harbin flounders.</p><p>“They call you a fat fool.” Zalt twists the knife.</p><p>“I... I... Who does? Who calls me...” Harbin's anger quickly fades. The Townmaster looks like a broken man.</p><p>“The Orcs, please- you need to do something about the Orcs. Don't upset them- don't upset the Redbrands, they're dangerous- Phandalin needs them,” the fat man continues to flounder.</p><p></p><p>“Are you in league with these miscreants?” Grimm finally asks.</p><p>“No!” Harbin barks back, on safer ground now- the truth.</p><p>“I am good with numbers. I can make Phandalin work, on paper. I... I don't know what to do. I need help,” Harbin finally confesses and, unburdened at last, sighs deeply. </p><p></p><p>Zyler slides one of his massive hands onto the Townmaster's shoulder, he squeezes the spot.</p><p>“We will help you, with the Orcs, and with the Redbrands- Tempus will lead the way. Phandalin will be safe, I swear this to you.”</p><p></p><p>The adventurers stop for a brief chat with Sildar- they're convinced that Harbin isn't working with the Redbrands, only terrified of them - he concurs. Then it's time to head off, into action, next stop the Sleeping Giant Taphouse - time to set up an ambush for any Redbrands that make the mistake of heading there for a drink this evening.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Goonalan, post: 6765601, member: 16069"] [B]Chapter 20: The investigation continues.[/B] Sildar is as good as his word, he pays the guys and then treats them to a hearty lunch; he's celebrating having accepted the post of deputy to the Town Master, it seems the power of the Lords' Alliance extends as far as Phandalin. That said, Sildar has another problem he hopes the adventurers can help him with, the Alliance sent one of their agents to Phandalin about three months back - the man Iarno Albrek has alas not been heard from since. Sildar has discovered that Iarno was last seen in the vicinity of Tresendar Manor, the hideout of the Redbrands. He fears the worst, however there exists a chance that Iarno is still alive- perhaps a prisoner of the ruffians. Sildar takes a moment to describe Iarno- a short, dark haired, bearded man in his mid 30s, a wizard. He will of course pay for Iarno's safe return, or else the return of his body. The adventurers quickly agree to take on the task, after all they have business with the Redbrands. Sildar is pleased to hear this, and offers an additional reward for the destruction of the Redbrands, the adventurers smile with joy- they could end up getting paid twice, from Halia and Sildar. The adventurers also take the time to share with Sildar their findings from their time visiting with the inhabitants of the town. The meal over, Sildar requests one last favour - for the adventurers to return with him to see the Townmaster, he wants the guys to meet the man and later share with him their impressions of the fellow, and so it comes to pass. An hour or so later in a backroom of the Town Hall the adventurers meet with Harbin Wester, a fat bank manager type. “And I am Grimm, follower of Tymora,” the paladin completes the introductions, the adventurers have decided to play dumb with the Townmaster. “Adventurers you say, well that's most apposite- I have a task for you, if you're up to the challenge,” Harbin, the fat Townmaster waddles and gleams as he talks. “Several miners have reported encounters with Orcs in the hills nearby, and further along the Triboar Trail towards the ruins of Conyberry.” Grimm nods along as Harbin unravels his tale, the other adventurers watch on. “There's a reward of course- 100 gold coins if you will eradicate this threat, of course you'd have to supply some proof of the dead.” Harbin looks up at the sea of expectant faces. “Well? Will you take the job?” he finally asks. “Yes, of course.” Grimm replies with a friendly smile, “we may need to rest a day or so, we've just fought and killed a nest of goblins on the road to Phandalin.” “Of course, and thank you.” Harbin states. “We've also located goods belonging to Lionshield Coster, a previous delivery ambushed by the same goblins,” Ken Lee adds. “Remarkable. You've done remarkably well. I thank you again... but the Orcs?” Harbin turns the conversation again. “We've said we'll deal with the Orcs!” Zalt snaps. “Yes...” Harbin stammers, a little taken aback by the warlock's vehemance. “Are there any other problems in Phandalin?” Zyler casually enquires. Harbin takes a moment to think, or else consider his options. “No, that is... No. I don't think so,” he finishes. “Not even with the Redbrands?” Zalt fires back with a sneer. “The Redbrands? No, I mean... There's a certain amount of... well, shall we call it- rough play, but surely that's to be expected. You need to understand the Redbrands are a mercenary outfit, they keep us safe...” Harbin is cut off in his prime. “Safe!” Grimm and Zyler exclaim in chorus. “They killed a man.” Zyler starts. “The woodcarver.” Grimm finishes. “More than a little rough play, wouldn't you say- murder?” Zalt ends it and stares daggers at the flustered Townmaster. “I... I... That is...” Harbin flounders. “They call you a fat fool.” Zalt twists the knife. “I... I... Who does? Who calls me...” Harbin's anger quickly fades. The Townmaster looks like a broken man. “The Orcs, please- you need to do something about the Orcs. Don't upset them- don't upset the Redbrands, they're dangerous- Phandalin needs them,” the fat man continues to flounder. “Are you in league with these miscreants?” Grimm finally asks. “No!” Harbin barks back, on safer ground now- the truth. “I am good with numbers. I can make Phandalin work, on paper. I... I don't know what to do. I need help,” Harbin finally confesses and, unburdened at last, sighs deeply. Zyler slides one of his massive hands onto the Townmaster's shoulder, he squeezes the spot. “We will help you, with the Orcs, and with the Redbrands- Tempus will lead the way. Phandalin will be safe, I swear this to you.” The adventurers stop for a brief chat with Sildar- they're convinced that Harbin isn't working with the Redbrands, only terrified of them - he concurs. Then it's time to head off, into action, next stop the Sleeping Giant Taphouse - time to set up an ambush for any Redbrands that make the mistake of heading there for a drink this evening. [/QUOTE]
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