Just got back from a long walk (about 61/2 miles). Draignean, I'm going to go ahead and assume you got to the merchant and told him what you want. ^^ Also while I was writing this turn I realized Darvi didn't post an action... so, auto'd.
AT THE RED REST INN
Friar Greenmoore and Malleus approach Frenz, who got somewhat cold-shouldered by Malakai on his way out. Meanwhile, Daniel raises an eyebrow at being called Zako but goes to loot the alcohol anyway. (5) Being fairly picky when it comes to his wine, Daniel elects to take only the oldest bottle he can find. (Daniel gets: Bottle of 833 wine!) Greenmoore, Malleus, and Frenze sit at a table, split a cask of rum, and discuss their respective adventures. It doesn't take long before Frenz joins the group officially. Meanwhile, Pierre heads up to his room to admire his new hat (3) completely forgetting to grab any rum on the way. Wymar returns to the inn and sits on the bar, just because.
MALAKAI RITT
You run up on the merchant and plunk down your bag of gold, demanding a potion that restores mana and a better staff. The merchant opens the side of his white coat and draws out a vial and a pair of mace heads. "This is good for magic... and I'll attach those to your staff." You take the vial and watch as he turns your weapon into a Dire Mace, then hands it back. As he does so, he vanishes along with his goods. Well, that was odd.
CLAIRE ROSARA
You're not done looting yet! Pirates always prowl until they find something worth taking. (1) Unfortunately while looking into graves you fall in one and injure yourself on the packed dirt at the bottom. (Claire has -1 initiative during the next combat due to getting the stuffing knocked out of her). After a few moments of stargazing and generally being dazed, you stop selling the fall, pick yourself up, and climb out.
EDIT: Accidentally posted before I was finished... ^^;
There are two exits from the town of Birchside. One is to battle through the cave system; the other is to brave the perilous trail up the side of the mountain. Divide yourselves into two teams and pick which way you wanna go. :3