The Extortion Ring

A Clandestine ExchangeA clandestine exchange occurs in a dark alley.
Temporarily DetainedAnnell (guard) catches Oren (young thief) in the marketplace. They go into an alley where the guard takes something from the thief and lets him escape. They seem familiar with each other.
The Bloody MerchantLiriene (shopkeeper) is found badly beaten behind his shop. He blames himself for taking out the trash so late and will not press charges.
The Burning ForgeOne of the smaller forges in town catches fire. Giles (smith) is livid, and takes his frustrations out on an apprentice. Nobody seems convinced that the apprentice is to blame.
Quenched SorrowsGiles (smith) gets drunk, and lets some things slip. It's obvious he needs help, but he's very proud of his capabilities.
The Missing GirlRumors circulate that Lucien (shopkeeper's daughter) has gone missing.
Family RelationsGiles (smith) and Gareth (bloody merchant) are spotted together. They are brothers and are trying to find Lucien (shopkeeper's daughter).
Thug LifeDania (bard) is warned about paying his fair share of "insurance" by a blowhard band of thugs.
A ReprimandLocio (blowhard thug) talks with Nyssa (travelling merchant). Something the merchant says turns the thug pale.
Chain of CommandGyleon (guard captain) and Nyssa (travelling merchant) have a pleasant lunch. Their talk seems to be all business, and somewhat less than legal.
The Good LifeGyleon (guard captain) wears subtle but extremely expensive adornment. Investigation reveals a lower-class upbringing and a moderate town salary.

NPCs:
Dania (bard)Charismatic and xenophobic. Is bucktoothed.
Gyleon (guard captain)Brave and level. Has arthritis.
Annell (guard)Vivacious and submissive. Smells like soap.
Liriene (shopkeeper)Tired and skillful. Has waxed facial hair.
Giles (smith)Sultry and malicious. Polishes a buckle often.
Locio (blowhard thug)Tacky and open. Has a high squeaky voice.
Lucien (shopkeeper's daughter)Noisy and cutthroat. Has acne.
Nyssa (travelling merchant)Pretty and incoherent. Smells like lavender.
Oren (young thief)Spontaneous and dreary. Bows before speaking and after.
Gareth (bloody merchant)Uninhibited and coquettish. Uses long words incorrectly.

All beats | Randomize