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<blockquote data-quote="Carlo-One" data-source="post: 7979208" data-attributes="member: 7015827"><p>The following morning, Allie served breakfast and the three adventurers at the inn again went over the events of the previous day. Rahnee expressed her hope that they could do some good in “Veranbrok”, the former Hallton barony. Aerikoth returned and informed the others that he had spoken with Jandrico Swift at the Gatereach in Westgate. Jandrico had told the wizard that Council Member Queron Ulanthar in Teziir was anxious to speak with the adventurers about a personal matter. Since they had intended to stop at Queron's in any case while on their way to Veranbrok, in order to inform the Council Member that trade was now open with Ironhelm, this naturally fit in with their plans.</p><p></p><p>Rahnee mentioned to Aerikoth that she and the others had been debating a change in the name of the group - currently known as "Helm's Shadows" - given the passing of Brok-Tul and Veran. Aerikoth expressed his indifference at names, while the others came to a consensus to leave the name as it stood, which as Darrow pointed out also honored the fallen. After finishing the meal, the adventurers took their leave; Dinendal attempted to apologize to a glassy-eyed Allie on the way out.</p><p></p><p>After traveling north for around eight hours, they reached the crossroads area with Traders Road and decided to rest for the remainder of the day. Aerikoth spent time conjuring up a magic shelter, none too soon as a cold rain began to fall as he finished the words of the spell. The next morning on Alturiak 19, Rahnee rose early and went outside, saying she wished to scout the area, but the others suspected that she also felt the need for some time to herself. Upon her return, Aerikoth let down the door’s wards and Rahnee opened it, stamping her feet to remove a bit of snow from her boots. She informed the others that she had seen no obvious threats, but had observed the apparent disuse of the trail south and warned that animals in the area might be restless.</p><p></p><p>The group took more time than usual in making their way east along Traders Road to Teziir, but nonetheless managed to arrive at the city before nightfall. Once inside, they took their bearings and headed for Queron Ulanthar's home. Rahnee identified herself at the door and Queron’s redoubtable servant Bustable let them in. After being served wine, the group was joined by Queron, who wore a troubled expression on his face but at the same time was evidently pleased to see them. The adventurers followed him into an adjoining room, where Queron had several of his treasures displayed.</p><p></p><p>Fighting back tears, the Council Member brokenly informed them that his daughter Janatha had been taken. He expressed his appreciation at the concern shown by the group, as well as being impressed at Aerikoth's ability to teleport, once it was explained that the wizard had heard of Queron's need to see them from Jandrico in Westgate. Calling them friends, Queron asked for assistance from the company, sharing with them some of Janatha's background and what he knew about what had occurred.</p><p></p><p>He began by explaining Janatha's previous work at the Gatereach Inn in Westgate, where some of the adventurers had previously met her. Queron said that Jandrico, the inn's proprietor, was his greatest friend and a former business partner. After Jandrico retired from their partnership, he set up the Gatereach for his own business. Queron had not been as keen on moving to Westgate and preferred to pursue other opportunities in Teziir.</p><p></p><p>Queron said that when Janatha came of age, he did not wish her to be a useless merchant's daughter, spoiled and helpless or lacking empathy for others. He also recognized that his own wealth would increasingly put her at risk to any enemies of his in Teziir. He therefore sent her to Westgate to work at the Gatereach, where Jandrico could teach her about life and also keep her out of harm's way, which he did for two summers. Once Janatha returned to Teziir, although Queron delighted in her presence again, he knew that keeping her in the city would not be wise. After a time, he sent her to a private lodge in the countryside with no one around but his own servants. (<em>Queron it seems possesses both noble and practical intent, as well as a sense of caution, an unusual combination in a merchant who has long-established wealth. Unfortunately it did not save him from the predations of his enemies, in this case. --R</em>)</p><p></p><p>Queron mentioned that things had become difficult lately in Teziir with the Astorians thieves guild, which had become more aggressive. He believed that it now sought to challenge the Council, while before it had been little more than what he termed a collection of petty thieves. There were also rumors of its connections to the Night Masks. In response to a question from Rahnee, Queron detailed what he knew of Janatha's disappearance. He had sent a retainer down with fresh supplies for the lodge, who upon arrival found two of the servants dead and Janatha gone. Queron expressed his hope that she still lived, as if she had been killed, he would see no reason for her disappearance. Darrow astutely asked how many servants there had been at the lodge. Queron informed him that there had been three; of the third, there had been no word.</p></blockquote><p></p>
[QUOTE="Carlo-One, post: 7979208, member: 7015827"] The following morning, Allie served breakfast and the three adventurers at the inn again went over the events of the previous day. Rahnee expressed her hope that they could do some good in “Veranbrok”, the former Hallton barony. Aerikoth returned and informed the others that he had spoken with Jandrico Swift at the Gatereach in Westgate. Jandrico had told the wizard that Council Member Queron Ulanthar in Teziir was anxious to speak with the adventurers about a personal matter. Since they had intended to stop at Queron's in any case while on their way to Veranbrok, in order to inform the Council Member that trade was now open with Ironhelm, this naturally fit in with their plans. Rahnee mentioned to Aerikoth that she and the others had been debating a change in the name of the group - currently known as "Helm's Shadows" - given the passing of Brok-Tul and Veran. Aerikoth expressed his indifference at names, while the others came to a consensus to leave the name as it stood, which as Darrow pointed out also honored the fallen. After finishing the meal, the adventurers took their leave; Dinendal attempted to apologize to a glassy-eyed Allie on the way out. After traveling north for around eight hours, they reached the crossroads area with Traders Road and decided to rest for the remainder of the day. Aerikoth spent time conjuring up a magic shelter, none too soon as a cold rain began to fall as he finished the words of the spell. The next morning on Alturiak 19, Rahnee rose early and went outside, saying she wished to scout the area, but the others suspected that she also felt the need for some time to herself. Upon her return, Aerikoth let down the door’s wards and Rahnee opened it, stamping her feet to remove a bit of snow from her boots. She informed the others that she had seen no obvious threats, but had observed the apparent disuse of the trail south and warned that animals in the area might be restless. The group took more time than usual in making their way east along Traders Road to Teziir, but nonetheless managed to arrive at the city before nightfall. Once inside, they took their bearings and headed for Queron Ulanthar's home. Rahnee identified herself at the door and Queron’s redoubtable servant Bustable let them in. After being served wine, the group was joined by Queron, who wore a troubled expression on his face but at the same time was evidently pleased to see them. The adventurers followed him into an adjoining room, where Queron had several of his treasures displayed. Fighting back tears, the Council Member brokenly informed them that his daughter Janatha had been taken. He expressed his appreciation at the concern shown by the group, as well as being impressed at Aerikoth's ability to teleport, once it was explained that the wizard had heard of Queron's need to see them from Jandrico in Westgate. Calling them friends, Queron asked for assistance from the company, sharing with them some of Janatha's background and what he knew about what had occurred. He began by explaining Janatha's previous work at the Gatereach Inn in Westgate, where some of the adventurers had previously met her. Queron said that Jandrico, the inn's proprietor, was his greatest friend and a former business partner. After Jandrico retired from their partnership, he set up the Gatereach for his own business. Queron had not been as keen on moving to Westgate and preferred to pursue other opportunities in Teziir. Queron said that when Janatha came of age, he did not wish her to be a useless merchant's daughter, spoiled and helpless or lacking empathy for others. He also recognized that his own wealth would increasingly put her at risk to any enemies of his in Teziir. He therefore sent her to Westgate to work at the Gatereach, where Jandrico could teach her about life and also keep her out of harm's way, which he did for two summers. Once Janatha returned to Teziir, although Queron delighted in her presence again, he knew that keeping her in the city would not be wise. After a time, he sent her to a private lodge in the countryside with no one around but his own servants. ([I]Queron it seems possesses both noble and practical intent, as well as a sense of caution, an unusual combination in a merchant who has long-established wealth. Unfortunately it did not save him from the predations of his enemies, in this case. --R[/I]) Queron mentioned that things had become difficult lately in Teziir with the Astorians thieves guild, which had become more aggressive. He believed that it now sought to challenge the Council, while before it had been little more than what he termed a collection of petty thieves. There were also rumors of its connections to the Night Masks. In response to a question from Rahnee, Queron detailed what he knew of Janatha's disappearance. He had sent a retainer down with fresh supplies for the lodge, who upon arrival found two of the servants dead and Janatha gone. Queron expressed his hope that she still lived, as if she had been killed, he would see no reason for her disappearance. Darrow astutely asked how many servants there had been at the lodge. Queron informed him that there had been three; of the third, there had been no word. [/QUOTE]
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