The Twelve keep you!
Anything interesting about this town you can tell us?
There’s a magician living in a tower south of town who’s conducting black magic studies, people say.
There’s rumors about a conspiracy of the orcs and Holberkians!
What sort of a conspiracy?
Some people think the Holberkians are behind the orc uprising.
I find that impossible to believe! The Holberkians may be standoffish towards strangers, because they’ve had a lot of bad experiences, but as a whole, they’re kind - much too kind to take part in a conspiracy.
Do you know anything about the rat-catcher?
No, just that there was one hired years ago.
What’s your opinion of the tales about unnatural creatures in the sewers?
Some people will believe anything!
Do you know something about the pirates?
There’s always been pirates in this area. But lately, a large number of them have built a base on the isle of Sorrek, just a few hours from Riva.
Can you tell us something about the guild or the tradesmaster?
They’re supposed to have real ranks in the guild. Members are called ‘traders’, and some have a special status, they’re called ‘merchants’ or ‘suppliers’.
Do you know a man called Tarik?
People give him a wide berth, as if he was carrying the plague. Even so, he’s always well informed, and for a few Ducats, he’d probably sell out his mother.
Anything you could tell us about the judge, Bosper Jarnug?
Two… no, three years ago by now, he was sick for weeks without any of the healers being able to diagnose him. Since his recovery, there’s been a lot of talk. He’s said to have changed, and not for the better. I don’t know any more, I’m afraid, as I’ve never met the man.
What sort of weapons have you got?
It’s bows I build and sell, and the arrows used with them, of course. I have several quite special ones right here. Why don’t you have a look!
Good day to you!
I’ll have to get back to work now. Good day to you!