Adventure Hook

As you wander through the streets of a small village, you soon meet a familiar face, who treats you to a meal in exchange for willing ears. The head of the local adventurer's guild waits until most of the crowds have drawn away from you before telling you any news beyond small talk. Finally, the tale begins.

Recently, there has been rash of major thefts from the rich and powerful. This obviously has many locals concerned. Rumors say it is the work of a nobleman of questionable character, but none know the truth. It's up to you to get to the bottom of the controversy and learn what it means for all the folk and lands around the ruins of a castle. In exchange for your aid, you'll gain your weapons improved or upgraded (nonmagical) as well as additional accolades as heroes of the ruins of a castle