The Hunter's Harbor
NOTE: The Hunter's Harbor is the opening section of the book Thristle Hold - Wrath of the Warden¸ here presented as a stand-along eBook - perfect for players who can (and are supposed to) read this section before playing¸ or for anyone who just wants to get a feel for the town of Thistle Hold without buying the whole book.
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Every day for eight long years¸ Merdalo has risen from his straw bed¸ combed his shaggy beard and walked to the Antique Plaza. Every day for eight long years¸ he has entered his wooden box to sing the praises of Thistle Hold¸ and he has smiled in thanks for every shilling making the bronze cup at his feet sing along. His songs are about successful expeditions to the forest ruins¸ about the town as a peaceful orchard in a violent world¸ about women and men who have risen from the deepest misery ‐ all thanks to Thistle Hold.
Merdalo was once involved in the construction work; ever since he has watched the town grow and evolve from his lowly stage. The songs have always appeared dishonest but that never used to bother him¸ not as long as the audience rewarded his well sounding lies with equally well sounding coins. But a gnawing feeling has grown in his chest¸ stronger and stronger with each passing day. Deep down Merdalo knows that he is a murderer¸ just as Mayor Nightpitch and all others who participate in upholding the illusion. For what else should you call someone who convinces people that they can fly¸ only to silently watch as they dive headlong into the Abyss with a hopeful smile on their lips.
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FEATURED CONTENT:
- A comprehensive introduction to Thistle Hold's history¸ establishments¸ factions¸ and conflicts meant to be read by both players and GMs.
- About twenty detailed taverns¸ inns¸ shops and more¸ where the player characters can spend time and thaler between adventures.
- An introduction to Blackmoor¸ the huge tent camp just south of Thistle Hold
- Detailed full-color maps of both Thistle Hold and Blackmoor