The Extortion Ring

A Clandestine ExchangeA clandestine exchange occurs in a dark alley.
Temporarily DetainedGyleon (guard) catches Hilda (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 MerchantLucien (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. Locio (smith) is livid, and takes his frustrations out on an apprentice. Nobody seems convinced that the apprentice is to blame.
Quenched SorrowsLocio (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 Gareth (shopkeeper's daughter) has gone missing.
Family RelationsLocio (smith) and Ellyn (bloody merchant) are spotted together. They are brothers and are trying to find Gareth (shopkeeper's daughter).
Thug LifeNyssa (bard) is warned about paying his fair share of "insurance" by a blowhard band of thugs.
A ReprimandAeril (blowhard thug) talks with Annell (travelling merchant). Something the merchant says turns the thug pale.
Chain of CommandLiriene (guard captain) and Annell (travelling merchant) have a pleasant lunch. Their talk seems to be all business, and somewhat less than legal.
The Good LifeLiriene (guard captain) wears subtle but extremely expensive adornment. Investigation reveals a lower-class upbringing and a moderate town salary.

NPCs:
Nyssa (bard)Bossy and submissive. Twirls a coin between fingers.
Liriene (guard captain)Undisciplined and nonchalant. Wears clothes too small.
Gyleon (guard)Threatening and bashful. Asks often about his own appearance.
Lucien (shopkeeper)Shameless and insincere. Smells like cheap cologne.
Locio (smith)Faithless and cutthroat. Drums fingers constantly.
Aeril (blowhard thug)Upset and frightened. Carries crumbs to feed birds.
Gareth (shopkeeper's daughter)Gabby and furtive. Smells like dogs.
Annell (travelling merchant)Cheerful and straight laced. Walks bow-legged.
Hilda (young thief)Repugnant and simian. Always wears thick leather gloves.
Ellyn (bloody merchant)Easygoing and sarcastic. Uses long words incorrectly.

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