A Seal Missive

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*Angus Ironforge leaves two sealed missives at the 6th Legion Headquarters at Sunderer’s Gates. The missives are addressed to Imperatu Verinus and "Former Commander, Veritas Syndicate*

Gentlemen,

I hope this letter finds you both with clear mind and steadfast resolve. This letter’s purpose is to discuss the future and the rebuilding of Sundren. To this, I propose the following:.

In years past, Bristlebeard’s Clan mined Schild Mountain for Adamantine. Now that the Veritas have left the mountain, we wish to enter her bosom once again and reestablish mining operations. It is with your permission that I want to enter the Veritas’ former stronghold and rid it of any evil manifestations.

My plan is to solicit help from Bristlebeard’s Clan, specifically my brothers in arms the Skullcleavers. Through force of will and Moradin’s grace we will enter Schild’s bountiful mountain and rid it of any vermin that may have taken up residence. To this end, we would like the assistance of any former Veritas to serve as scouts. We need expert knowledge of stronghold’s layout and of any traps that may have been left behind. Once secure, Bristlebeard’s Clan plans to reestablish mining operations. I offer the sum of 500,000 stags to lease the mines for a period of two years. If, after such a time it is Sundren’s belief this deal is not beneficial, the lease will be terminated. Otherwise, an established rate of 250,000 stags per year is what I propose.

My long term goal is to place forges and blacksmith benches within the mountain to accommodate full time production. Naturally, we stout folk will defend the mountain and Sundren’s Eastern Flank. To do so, we plan to reestablish a watchful eye along Twin Peak Road, and construct proper fortifications on Schild itself. We expect to skillfully open Schild’s bosom and expose her goodness; but, as with any mining operation we are bound to see the mountain’s untamed side. Mirakus’ Mines come to mind. We will work hard to keep anything from leaving the mountain and invite assistance where available.

Sundren will need Dwarven crafted armor and arms. We intend on bringing this ability, our abilities, to the Valley. Having just passed through Aquor, I no longer see the market well placed in the town’s center. Perhaps in the future we can attract craftsman to the area at the base of Schild Mountain. Our economy must return and florish if we are to survive.

My plan is ambiguous, but executable. I wait your response at Second Wind Inn, Room 2.

In Moradin's Service,

Angus Ironforge, Runesmith of Exigo.

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A simple letter sealed with the Legion crest is received some time later.

Mr Ironforge,

It is good to hear that Exigo is interested in expanding its operations within the valley, I've been informed that a group of dwarves did once work the mineral seams within the Schild Fortress so I must assume that you are aware of the layout of the mines.

Your rather interesting description of opening the mountains legs and exposing her goodness has intrigued me, it is always enlightening to hear how other peoples view our valley. With this in mind I would like to invite you and the rest of your expedition to come meet with me at a time to be arranged.

Yours in faith.

Jeremiah Littlewood.

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*Angus Ironforge quickly begins putting charcoal to parchment drafting missives to be hung around familiar haunts frequented by Dwarves, and particularly Skullcleavers. These announcements are also hung in Bristlebeard's Hollow and Exigo Trading Posts. *

Kinsmen,

I looks for a handful or so of our kind to venture forth into Schild Mountain and reclaim the rich adamantine vein in the bosom of the mountain. If'n ye be interested, send me a message at Second Wind Inn, Room #2. Or, ye can leave word with Bristlebeard in tis Hollow.

I will be in touch.

Runesmith Ironforge

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*Angus sits down after a long period of preparations and quickly pens a response to the Legion representative*

Mr. Jeremiah Littlewood,

It is after considerable thought and operational preparations that I am responding to your invitation to meet and discuss our plans to enter Schild Mountain. General Dyrn Stonewhisper will be leading the Skull Cleaver Strike Force. I will serve as his chief lieutenant. Our party consists of an elite group.

• General Dyrn Stonewhisper – Whurest
• Angus Ironforge - Whurest
• Murin Stouthammer - Exigo
• Orsyn Grummwell - Whurest
• Lord Dain Thornbrook – House Thornbrook
• Bjorn Raskatel - Legion
• James Frazer – Hand of Mundus
• Julia Arvison – Exigo, Blackwood Company

I wait notification of a time at your convenience to meet and discuss our operational plans.

Runesmith Ironforge

[Doubtful]

A note is slipped under Angus's inn door during the night the letter is sealed with the symbol of the Veritas.

Ironforge,

We've heard you and your kin plan to defile our old Hold. We urge you not to.

The hold stands as both a tomb and a monument to all those who fell in service to what they believed in.

Do not defile the memories of the dead with your sacrilegious acts, do not think a pitiful amount of coin will buy your way free. Our memories and eternal peace are not for sale.

If you choose to ignore this letter and your conscience then may the dead and the gods damn your souls for all eternity.

The Fallen.

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*Angus reads the missive and then smells it for the taletell signs of a Human*

"Fools and cowards." He says, "any Dwarf would know how sacred we hold tis mountain... any mountain. For we be cut from tis stone by Moradin's hand."

*Angus walks about his room in the Second Wind Inn*

"NO! I be resolute in my decision to open Schild's bosom and rid this sacred place of any vile creature. Veritas will see in time we only bring honor to its halls and protection for its dead."