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[freeformschooler]

"Unfortunately, we cannot be that generous in terms of magical tomes and staffs. Our garrison's healers and mages need them as well. So, who wants to exchange their weapons for iron ones?"

((In case yer too lazy to check: Iron weapons are heavier and have higher dmg, but lose the critical bonus and have slightly lower hit chance.))

: "I would love a decent iron bow before the mission. They must be very costly to make, though, as many of the armored bowmen I've seen hold a traditional wood-carved weapon."

[Furtuka]

"I wouldn't mind if I could have a better sword too. This old thing could barely put a scratch on those bandits when we fought."

Derrick drew his sword to show it to Aaron for dramatic effect.

[Haspen]

At the Armory, Aaron issued an iron sword to Sterling and Derick, and iron-wrought bow went into Charlotte's hands. Aaron took the lighweight weapons, scribbled something in a giant ledger, and put the slim blades and training bow on the weapon racks. Then he snapped his fingers and opened a small chest that was standing on a counter.

"I almost forgot. Ernest, our resident, errr... diplomat told me to issue you one of his older lockpicks. It's not in the best condition, but Ernest is sure that if you will be frugal with using the tool, it should be of great help in your mission." Aaron handed the lockpick to Daniel.

((Derick&Sterling get Iron Sword, Charlotte gets Iron Bow, Daniel gets Lockpick (6/15)))

"Is that everyone who needed an iron weapon?"

[Emral282]

Daniel eyed the Iron Sword again while shifting his current sword, and then hands his sword over.
"Hmn... Actually I would like to upgrade my sword. Only so much this flimsy thing can do against armor."

[Haspen]

Aaron takes Daniel's sword, gives him an iron one, writes something in the ledger and pts the old sword on the rack, right near the two other swords.

"That's everyone, I presume?"

[Darvi]

"I don't think Adrien's changing, so that's all of us ready to go."

[Haspen]

"I see. Torres wanted to give you a lift with his cavaliers, but unfortunately he had to leave for patrol. You will have to march on foot. Good luck on your mission."

And with that, the mercenaries were off.

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~~Chapter 1: The Proof of Courage~~

The utterly boring and nondescript trip through the grassy fields, and then, low hills, took approximately two hours. And then, at the horizon, they could see the 'manor' - a ruined building, made of old, brown bricks. Only the ground floor remains now - what's left of the first floor are bits of walls and corner pillars. And the exterior of the ground floor isn't very appealing either - the windows were blocked with planks, and the large entrance door in the corner of the building looked as if it was tightly shut.

The group approached the building slowly and cautiously, but there were no sentries. Actually, it looked as if there was no sign of life at all. The only sign of recent human activity - a path of trambled grass and sand leading to the door. Is it really the bandit hideout? There's only one way to check that - get in.

Enemy's stats: ?

Spoiler: HP (click to show/hide)

Mercs:
Adrien: 20/20
Ami Storm: 17/17
Charlotte Braxis: 17/17
Daniel: 18/18
Derick: 18/18
Gregor von Hexham: 20/20
Henry: 17/17
Sterling: 20/20

Enemies:
?

Obstacles:
Cracked Wall (Outside): 20/20, 5DEF
Door (Outside): 40/40, 5DEF

[Sirus]

Gregor hefts his lance, gesturing towards the door.

: "Well ladies and gentlemen, anyone want to vote on what to do? I can probably hold this doorway easily enough if there are enemies on the other side, assuming we can get it open."

[Emral282]

"I suppose that's my cue, stand back for a second."
The supplies acquisitionist went up to the door and took something out of his pocket. He knelt before the lock before pausing.
"Actually, with this building being as old as it is, we might be able to find another was in. Want me to take care of this lock or should we flank any possible resistance?"

[freeformschooler]

Gregor hefts his lance, gesturing towards the door.

: "Well ladies and gentlemen, anyone want to vote on what to do? I can probably hold this doorway easily enough if there are enemies on the other side, assuming we can get it open."

: "This feels too easy. Gregor, will you aid me in checking the around the wall nearest for anything suspicious while the others take the door?"

Move to 17,15.

[Furtuka]

"Well if we broke through the wall we might lose our element of surprise but- oh. That works Daniel"

[Sirus]

: "This feels too easy. Gregor, will you aid me in checking the around the wall nearest for anything suspicious while the others take the door?"

Move to 17,15.

Gregor shrugs, then moves to follow.

: "Sure, I'll come along, unless the captain has other ideas."

Move to (16, 15)

[Emral282]

"It probably would be best if we split into two groups. One or two more people should probably go with Miss Foresty and Mr Soldier while I take care of this door."
Go to 15.18 and pick the door's lock

[scapheap]

:"I stand here to heal who ever the pointman is."

head to 19,15

[Furtuka]

"I'll stay back here too"