Artania returns from Forge Row carrying Dorrik’s sealed Ashdown ration case beneath the light protective binding. Fifteen silver crowns remain, and the guild hall’s lamplight welcomes his newly earned reputation.
Artania Nero Thornson
Maelin, I would like to hear about specific silver-ranked quests. I want to choose my first one for experience, not simply accept the nearest danger.
At the records desk, Maelin turns a parchment toward him. Saira stands beside the contract board, one hand resting near its newest posting, while the hall continues its evening bustle.
Maelin Voss
Then let us compare choices, Artania. This contract is controlled, with a clear objective and named compensation, but its terms will test whether you are ready for trusted work.
Saira Venn
I placed it before the board because it offers experience without demanding recklessness. You may choose its preparation requirements yourself, and that choice will matter as much as the task.
Maelin opens the contract fully, revealing its objective, payment, and several preparation clauses marked for the adventurer’s selection. Saira steps aside, leaving Artania room to read before committing.
✓ Quest Accepted
Accept the controlled silver-ranked contract
“Alright if you recommend it Maelin I will take it.”
SUCCESS (Legendary Reasoning, rolled +1)
Artania Nero Thornson
All right. If you recommend it, Maelin, I will take the contract.
Artania places his decision beside the open parchment. Maelin studies his face, then draws the contract fully across the desk, making the acceptance official.
Maelin Voss
Then I recommend the boundary survey at Westmere’s old waystation. It is a documented route check, not a plunge into unknown danger, with guild payment upon a verified report.
The parchment lists three requirements: confirm the waystation’s condition, map the marked road approaches, and report any hazards without disturbing sealed structures. The compensation is eight silver crowns.
Saira Venn
That is a sound first choice. It will test observation, travel discipline, and restraint while leaving you room to return if the road proves unsafe.
Maelin Voss
Accepted, Artania. I will register the contract under your silver rank and mark it for departure at your convenience. Your preparation choices remain yours, but the assignment is now yours as well.
Maelin presses the guild seal into warm wax. The contract bears Artania’s name, objective, compensation, and return deadline, securing his first silver-ranked quest without forcing him toward deeper danger.
Complete the Westmere boundary survey
Quest Complete
Accept the controlled silver-ranked contract