Adventure Hook

As you wander through the rich farmlands near a major city, 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 increase in activity from a long-standing threat of brigands and assassins. This obviously has many locals concerned. Rumors say it is the work of a mighty villainous warrior for hire, 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 armor improved or upgraded (nonmagical) as well as additional accolades as heroes of the ruins of a castle