Stryker in the dark

After arriving at the expedition base Stryker ponders over the events that lead him to this place.

Having traveled through the night Stryker finally arrived in basecamp. A morning stretch is met with rebellion. His body reminding him that he is not quite as flexible as he once was. Smiling sardonically to himself he continues undeterred.

Once a Knight Angel….No.. STILL an Angel, Stryker introspects. As long as he draws breath, he will do what he must. What he was trained to do. No way he was going to relegated to being a wetnurse for prospectives. If anything, his face would probably return them to their mothers.

Even though he was denied a new inquisition, he knew it was for the best. He could no longer keep up with his brothers and sisters. He missed their comradery and the righteous work. No matter, with or without, the good work would continue; After all someone has to keep an eye on the dark, and there is no shortage of that on the frontier.

Stryker gives a nod to Phlan, "Scout or Freelance you say? Of late, I have found that I like having options and the freedom to come and go as I please. Lets see what on notice board shall we?"

Stryker looks through the notices, hoping to find something well suited to his strengths and experiences.

After leaving the wagons he came with, there still bein no roads and from what Stryker can tell there are no plans to make any, he is shown a bunk and given a hearty meal with mead, ale, water, or water flavored with local juices. They do pretty well here. From what Stryker has heard the entire expedition is supported by private financers and they plan to keep politics out of it. Unfortunately the location of this site was leaked somehow and there were other forces moving in to claim what they want. So far there are kobolds and a bunch of goblinoids, though they still suffer from internal conflict common to that particular collection of races.

In the morning you get another good mean and then you and a bunch of the other new recruits meat with one of the original adventurers at the clerks office. Danoll is now the lead scout though you hear he mostly does the safer jobs as he is getting on in years. He explains the basics of the situation and says to talk with the clerk if you want specifics. He introduces the boar and reiterates.

Basically there are 2 job types for you lot. Guard and Scout. If you want a nice save job with occasional mind numbing terror, be a guard. If you want constant adventure, perpetual danger, and occasional loot, be a scout. There are 2 types of scout, freelance and contract. All contracts are for 1 month with options to extend if you want. Contracts cover room, board, some supplies, and most importantly healing. Contract scouts always work with a partner. Freelancers just come and get jobs available. However you will only be paid upon proof of completion. You are still under contract of secrecy, not that it means much now but the money insists.

Let me know if you have any questions. My own patrol starts in half an hour

Current Freelance Contracts
Hunting : Bring in meat for the expedition. Bag of holding will be provided along with a magical butchers knife upon request
Tracking : Follow dark Fey to their lair and return with the information
Delving : Explore crypts in the islands cemetery. Most are submerged.
Independent : A golem in the NW corner of the swamp need some help. Contact the clerk for directions

Stryker rubs his chin…and considers the jobs briefly before making a decision. Returning to the clerk he hands over the notice, "Tell me about this one…What’s going on with the Fey?"

Stryker waves off the Clerk, "I am in no hurry to get paid and for the moment I do not want to be slowed down by a partner. Do you have any more information on the thefts. For instance, from whom and what was stolen?"

"Thanks, good idea. Is there an inn nearby where I can get some rest and store my gear?"

Tipping his hat in thanks Stryker makes his way to the Barracks. Although not "Active Duty" he still feels more comfortable around martial types (especially military) and hopes to find some respite before further explorations.

Wizard Fiznik:

"Well met Sir mage. My name is Stryker. Forgive my interruptions but I hear you have had some issue with the Fey of late. Perhaps I can help. My understanding is that there have been a series of thefts that have been frustrating the Archaeologists. Is there anything you can share on that? The clerk tells me you think this is not random occurrence, but the purpose so far has been elusive."

To operate like that means they are quite determined. Hmmm… What sort of research are you working on and have you had any interactions with the Fey recently? Anything no matter how fleeting may be significant. For instance, perhaps a mention of something that may have seemed trivial? They are a strange folk.

Stryker continues speaking with the mage, flipping over puzzle pieces before trying to assemble anything.

Stryker would like to ask:
Have you spoken to anyone else about your research?
What was stolen from your office?
When did these thefts begin?

Stryker politely tips his hat. "Thank you. I’m off to see Myrena. If you think of anything useful please let me know. Ill be staying in the barracks. With any luck we might be able to deal with this diplomatically."

Stryker pays Myrena a visit.

"Hello and well met" Says Stryker with a tip, "I’ve heard you have had some issues with the Fey. I was just speaking with Master Fiznik and with any luck I might be able to help. Did you have moment?"

"My apologies, Lady Myreana" says Stryker Tipping his hat in greeting "I think you misunderstand. I am here regarding the Fey that have been shall we say... bothersome of late."

"I was just speaking with Master Fiznik and it seems the Fey have taken an interest in you both. If you have a moment, I would like to discuss the matter and perhaps take actions on your behalf to resolve this. Is this a good time? I promise to be brief as I can see you have much to do."