Garnfellow
Explorer
Huw said:Well, I love the whole module, including the wandering around looking for stuff (great side plots!), but I agree that if you want any chance of finishing it in time, start at the valley, especially if your friend has alreay played the first bit. The statues are an excellent encounter.
I could certainly see that mileage would vary greatly with this module based on the temperament of the players.
Two votes for the statues -- sounds like that encounter's a keeper.