A modest stone fort hugs the rocky edge of a large arid basin. 150 Imperial soldiers wait patiently for relief that will never come. Their leader is the graying Captain Elm (3HD, heavy, sword and shield, crossbow). Elm is bored out of her mind, yet loses much sleep over encroaching warlords in the region. The garrison vacillates between muscle-memory routine and mad lethargy. Among them is a student of martial arts, Deodato. The old fox has trounced his comrades many times and is eager for a new opponent. He will regale the victor with all manner of useful kung fu techniques, giving them an extra 1d6 on opposed physical contest checks, e.g. grappling. The forces stationed here include: 50 spearmen (spear, shield, short sword, chain) 30 crossbowmen (crossbow, short sword, chain) 15 swordsmen (greatswords, chain) 10 steppe rider scouts (steppe saber, shield, shortbow, leather) 5 engineers (shortsword) 40 noncombatant staff and residents These figures do not include guests, who number…
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