Where is the tavern with most optimistic characters?
Optimism? In the Barbarian Altanis?! Well, the rumour has it Bellystone Thuaidh and Bellystone Theas, two taverns flanking the Bellystone Ford, a crossing point over the River Mageven, are filled to the brim with optimistic—or was it opportunistic?—folk of all kind.
Those on the north bank are optimistic about their travel along the Old South Road to the City State of the Invincible Overlord, while those on the south bank are optimistic about their fortunes in the Barbarian Altanis. But the two dwarven proprietors are most optimistic about milking their patrons dry.
Oh, that is easy! Right under the TV, in a dice tray and pencil case. There I have an assortment of dice, ranging from d4 to d30. The best prompting accessories I have ever had. They are nothing fancy, classic Chessex dice. d30s are no name brand, but they roll fine. In the future I would like to get a pair of d20s for rolling d00, instead of paired d10s. But I was unable to find a pair thus far. Please let me know if you know a good place in Europe that sells them.
Lord Kyle, a young ruler of Midway, walked through his vineyards. Acres and acres of perfect grapes; soon ready to be transformed into much desired delicious brew. Midway Red is served at the Senate of the Invincible Overlord; the Green Emperor cheers with a glass of Midway Red; Chromatic Wizards of Tula use it in their occult ceremonies.
But ever since his father was murdered in an ambush, young Lord Kyle has been struggling to maintain his vast domain. Vineyards are still tended to, but his trade is disrupted. Bandits and brigands harry him, while the Merchant Council of Hara refuses to help. The latter stings, stings as hell, because Kyle and his people pay tribute and “protection” money to Hara.
But Kyle walks with hope in his heart, for now he has a force most formidable on his side. Ambros Ap Mortain, the High Priest of Forseti, is personally helping him. Ambros is backed by a company of quite competent adventures, real movers and shakers. Further, Ambros commands a holy army numbering over two hundred heavily armed and armoured men.
Yes, Lord Kyle can dream once again. He will make his father proud.
