Hillside Gazette
Jade Sorceress looking for expeditionary Party
Jessail, the famous Jade Sorceress, is in the Town of Hillside looking to put together a group for an unspecified project. She says that the venture will be as rewarding as it is dangerous. She is residing at the Playful Nymph Inn.
Ironfist to meet with Emissaries from Elfhome
Mayor Korg Ironfist is slated to meet with Elven nobles about a possible trade alliance. The Mayor says that this could be beneficial for both sides and hopes that their continued friendship is a model to other localities.
Orcan Incursion eminent
Ranger Gillas Half Elven has once again encouraged folk that live on the river to be ready to run, hide, or defend their homes against attack. The harsh weather earlier in the spring has given way to a very mild climate making incursion all the more likely. The Ranger is gravely concerned.
Order of the Mytheril Dolphin Missing
The adventuring party known as the Order of the Mytheril Dolphin has not been seen in the last few days. Inquiries were made to Captain Johannes Dathery of the Order of St. Michael reportedly the last to converse with the group. Speculation is that the group is on a mission for the order, but Dathery would not confirm this allegation.
Mit Woodweller of the Singing Trout has created quite a sensation with his fire beetle scones. The Fiery treats are selling for a gold per scone. When questioned ,Woodweller said that the harvesting of the blazing insects was difficult and dangerous and that professional adventurers had to be employed.
Wednesday, March 4, 2009
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Hillside Gazette
Ironfist says no to session
The honorable mayor of Hillside, Korg Ironfist, once again sternly rebuked reporters when asked about session from the Duchy of Oceanside. Ironfist said that this was not only unlawful but extremely stupid. The mayor continued to reaffirm his loyalty to the Count. Recently talk of secession has been a topic of conversation in local pubs, grogshops, and guild houses.
Conservation Project
A new group called the Order of the Mytheril Dolphin has launched a conservation project to protect various creatures abiding in the local river. Sources say that this group has some powerful backers. Persons named are Mitt Woodweller of the Singing Trout Inn, Bob of Bobs Boats, and Mord DragonBorn of Mord’s Lifts.
Some guilds, notably the Fisher Guild, have gone on record to oppose this restriction of their trade. They also are angling for a meeting with the mayor.
SwordSmith Interred
Family patriarch Greeg Swordsmith was interred last week in family plot in the Hall of Ages. The 140 year old adventurer turned merchant captain was laid peacefully to rest. The ceremony was complete with honor guard and hired adventurers, a family member stating that “Greeg would have wanted it that way.”
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Bandit menace Continues
Bandits still are a growing menace on the highways. Captain Johannes Dathery of the Order of St. Michael is tasked with clearing out these ruffians and restoring order. The Order of St. Michael has asked for aid from the Loyal Order of Rangers and has employed adventuring parties as well.
“The Order of St. Michael patrols the roads as well as we can, but we are not woodsmen. Obviously our heavy coursers are intended for different work. Therefore I have employed Rangers and woodsmen to assist the order in the wild.
Also adventuring groups have rendered timely assistance for which we are grateful. The work continues.
Incursion Expected
Local scholars are expecting an Orcan incursion this spring. Says Ranger Gilas, “It has been a while since the Orc’s have sailed up the Mytheril River and created havoc, but that does not mean they have stopped their plundering ways.” The Ranger went on to suggest constant vigilance would be a key point in deterring this menace.
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Graveyard Uneasy
The Graveyard of Col Fen has been experiencing some unrest lately. Rev. Father Merton Firebrand of the Order of Mann was sent to investigate the occurrence. The worthy priest stated the grave yard needed a good cleansing, but first it would need to be cleared of Shadow Fell influence. Fr. Merton said he would take this matter up with his superiors in Whitehall. Local folk were unhappy with his assessment because of the length of time it may take to transport a number of knights and priests to the area. Merton ventured that if the locals would clear out the area, he would stay for the cleansing ritual. He will hold forth at the Mangy Manticore for a fortnight before returning to Whitehall and enacting his own solution.
Strange being Found
A humanoid was found dead outside the Playful Nymph Inn. The Order of St. Michael has not been able to identify who and what type being he was. The Adventurer Trulor Farseer has been brought in to help identify what sort of visitor this being was.
Lizardfolk ask for Audience
The “Sawtooth” Lizard clan has asked for an audience from the Mayor. A small delegation was received by the Mayor Ironfirst. Sources say that a larger formal delegation will arrive soon.
Ironfist says no to session
The honorable mayor of Hillside, Korg Ironfist, once again sternly rebuked reporters when asked about session from the Duchy of Oceanside. Ironfist said that this was not only unlawful but extremely stupid. The mayor continued to reaffirm his loyalty to the Count. Recently talk of secession has been a topic of conversation in local pubs, grogshops, and guild houses.
Conservation Project
A new group called the Order of the Mytheril Dolphin has launched a conservation project to protect various creatures abiding in the local river. Sources say that this group has some powerful backers. Persons named are Mitt Woodweller of the Singing Trout Inn, Bob of Bobs Boats, and Mord DragonBorn of Mord’s Lifts.
Some guilds, notably the Fisher Guild, have gone on record to oppose this restriction of their trade. They also are angling for a meeting with the mayor.
SwordSmith Interred
Family patriarch Greeg Swordsmith was interred last week in family plot in the Hall of Ages. The 140 year old adventurer turned merchant captain was laid peacefully to rest. The ceremony was complete with honor guard and hired adventurers, a family member stating that “Greeg would have wanted it that way.”
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Bandit menace Continues
Bandits still are a growing menace on the highways. Captain Johannes Dathery of the Order of St. Michael is tasked with clearing out these ruffians and restoring order. The Order of St. Michael has asked for aid from the Loyal Order of Rangers and has employed adventuring parties as well.
“The Order of St. Michael patrols the roads as well as we can, but we are not woodsmen. Obviously our heavy coursers are intended for different work. Therefore I have employed Rangers and woodsmen to assist the order in the wild.
Also adventuring groups have rendered timely assistance for which we are grateful. The work continues.
Incursion Expected
Local scholars are expecting an Orcan incursion this spring. Says Ranger Gilas, “It has been a while since the Orc’s have sailed up the Mytheril River and created havoc, but that does not mean they have stopped their plundering ways.” The Ranger went on to suggest constant vigilance would be a key point in deterring this menace.
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Graveyard Uneasy
The Graveyard of Col Fen has been experiencing some unrest lately. Rev. Father Merton Firebrand of the Order of Mann was sent to investigate the occurrence. The worthy priest stated the grave yard needed a good cleansing, but first it would need to be cleared of Shadow Fell influence. Fr. Merton said he would take this matter up with his superiors in Whitehall. Local folk were unhappy with his assessment because of the length of time it may take to transport a number of knights and priests to the area. Merton ventured that if the locals would clear out the area, he would stay for the cleansing ritual. He will hold forth at the Mangy Manticore for a fortnight before returning to Whitehall and enacting his own solution.
Strange being Found
A humanoid was found dead outside the Playful Nymph Inn. The Order of St. Michael has not been able to identify who and what type being he was. The Adventurer Trulor Farseer has been brought in to help identify what sort of visitor this being was.
Lizardfolk ask for Audience
The “Sawtooth” Lizard clan has asked for an audience from the Mayor. A small delegation was received by the Mayor Ironfirst. Sources say that a larger formal delegation will arrive soon.
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