Lore24 Compilation - June
Another month, another step down in the year’s challenge! (toots a tiny horn)
Following on from May’s bestiary theme, for this month, once again we went with a theme with a supremely tortured pun. The idea was to lay some adventure hooks, using the locations fleshed out in March’s posts. Each location would have its own unique notice board, on which NPCs would put up community notices that would potentially lead players to quests. See if you can guess which board goes where! Please enjoy - Junventures.
1 - You see a notice board, made of a dark wood with a thin coating of ice. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Help Wanted: Must Win Bet
Adventurers wanted to settle a bet. My friend claims that there is nothing to the south, as if the world falls into nothingness as on maps. I protest his foolishness, but he will not be swayed! Reward for accompaniment to venture past the southern border, and bonus for a safe return.”
2 - You see a notice board, made of salvaged driftwood, warped slightly by salt. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Concerned Citizens!
I know that you all are worried about the abandoned ship that appears to be docked out in the bay, past the known safe passages. We are seeking a brave soul, but will accept more!, to investigate. If while you’re there, you could also send the vessel on its way somehow, I believe our fishermen would appreciate it!”
3 - You see a notice board, made of a light wood inlaid with gold filigree. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“I heard from my mate’s friend’s wife that the Mint is actually keeping only a BIT of what they actually keep in the vaults! Most of the good stuff is stashed underground, just outside the city. Equal share for joining in, shares go up if someone else doesn’t make it.
No backstabbing. Can’t do it again. Time critical.”
4 - You see a notice board, covered with graffiti of all manner of accusations, claims, and vulgarities. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Looking 4 New Muscle
Planning raid on castle. Figure they cant get us all. Ifn you can knock out Big Lou, yer in. Lose and we take your shit. Make it through 3 rounds and we’ll talk bout it.
If your a cop, you have to tell us. Also piss off, this ain’t for you. You come, you dy. Don’t believe me ask your mum.”
5 - You see a notice board made of tessellating bricks and tiles. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“WANTED FOR IMMEDIATE SALE
ONE DRAGON SKULL, THREE STRIPS OF SEEKER HOUND LEATHER, TWO GEMS OF GREEN COLOURATION
MONEY NO OBJECT
MY DESIGN NEEDS IT. THE VOICES SAY THAT IS THE KEY. THE TEMPLE IT CREATES WILL OUTLAST MY TENURE AS MAYOR. WE WILL FEAST AND REVEL UNDER THEIR LIGHT
PLEASE
they worry me”
6 - You see a notice board of manasteel and brass alloy. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Seeking day labour to prepare for upcoming landing and Restoration Day. Hard workers preferred, but work can be found for all who wish. Restoration Day is an important time for all Citadels, and we don’t want to be outdone again, do we? Where’s our civic pride?! Work will largely consist of construction of a performance stage, so we can show off our best!”
7 - You see a notice board of stone, wrapped with vines. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“This your bird?
Found a bird in jungle. Pretty. Flaps wings like storm. White of cloud and blue of sky. Does not appreciate good story. Every morning wakes up dead. Unmoving and cold. Grey of rain. Each night, wakes again. Singing to friends? Singing, yes. Will trade for bird unless is yours. Then you claim in trade for story. Good story. Like food but for heart.”
8 - You see a notice board made of rough hewn wood with worn stain. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“What’s Up There?!
I’ve lived a long life, and done a great deal of things, this is undeniable. But for all my achievements, I have never scaled Mt. Sanmaya; the tallest peak of the land. There has to be something up there! But my age betrays me. If you carry me up there, you may have your choice of my life’s treasures. You will not be disappointed.”
9 - You see a notice board made of a dark wood, cut at perfect angles. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Assassin? Or something worse?
Not many seem to have noticed, but I have; Those under the tutelage of Mistress Atonement, but choose another path, seemingly fall ill; even perishing in extreme cases. This cannot be a coincidence. Either some foul play is afoot, or this is a warning sign of things to come for us all. Please help me investigate.”
10 - You see a notice board, made of an odd coloured wood and poorly maintained. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“BOUNTY ON THE RAT
Some joker in a mask keeps interfering with our warehouses, and beating up our boys. Leaving notes.
And before you say it, I know what rats look like. This ain’t no rat. This is some crazy lady.
Reward if you figure out who she is. More if you get her to stop. More if you bring her here, alive.”
11 - You see a notice board, simply made with accessories of bone tied to it. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Songs of the hills?
Last time I went out for a ride, I swear I heard someone singing. Even though I tried to look, I couldn’t see anyone. But the sound was real! I did my best to copy the song, and Old Marwa said she recognised it from her grandfather? But no one else knows it, so what’s going on?! Help me find out who’s singing!”
12 - You see a notice board, intricately carved with imagery of dancers and other artistic displays. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“What If It’s Not Just A Threat?!
Opening night is coming up, and again we’ve received a letter from a self-proclaimed superfan. This time though, it says that they intend to steal our star before the performance, ruining the show! Looking for people to investigate, but will settle for a decent replacement.”
13 - You see a notice board, plain and unadorned except for a pair of simple iron caps on the posts. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Missing Sentinel
One of the sentinels responsible for guarding the town square has failed to report for duty. Witnesses claim it was seen heading east, and that there was something wrong with its hand. Reward for safe return, whole or in parts. Command scroll to be provided.”
14 - You see a notice board, simply made with accessories of bone tied to it. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Will Pay For Water
A week back, five blue lights appeared around my well, making lines between them in a star shape. No matter what we try, nothing can get past those lines. Even trying to break the well underneath them! We’re getting desperate. We’ve already accepted the loss of crops, but we’re getting so thirsty. We need water!”
15 - You see a notice board of manasteel and brass alloy. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Seeking the perfect companion?
Come visit the menagerie! Located on the main street of Punhan district, the Commodore has granted permission for release and sale of some of our most requested animals to celebrate Restoration Day! We recommend a strict vegetarian diet for most of our cuddliest friends. More information on adoption! Mention this flyer for a prize!”
16 - You see a notice board of stone, wrapped with vines. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Many herbs grow out in the wilds. I’m too frail to go myself, and it’s not something that can be cured. But I know they can provide relief to others, and I need to prove my worth. It’s the only way I can be sure they wouldn’t abandon me. So if you are able to travel out to get me some herbs (list provided), I can convince the others to let me stay. Thank you.”
17 - You see a notice board, made of salvaged driftwood, warped slightly by salt. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“The DEADLIEST Game!
It’s well known that people-hunting is the most dangerous game.
OR IS IT!?!?!
Anyone who’s ever lived near or on the sea KNOWS that there are bigger fish to catch. LITERALLY! There are giant fish out there who could swallow your ship whole! And you think YOU stand a chance?!
Join me on my next hunt. If you DARE!!!”
18 - You see a notice board, plain and unadorned except for a pair of simple iron caps on the posts. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Missing island?
While cleaning my grandfather’s estate, I stumbled across a pile of old maps. One of them shows the five continents as we know them, but also labels an additional island that’s missing from every map that’s newer. What is ‘Dosoga’? I will be mounting an expedition; please join if you have information.”
19 - You see a notice board, made of a dark wood with a thin coating of ice. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Tomas found some books that he said came from some ruined building, but that he can’t remember where it was. He refuses to share them with me, but he can’t even read them himself. Which is why I’m writing this for him. He’ll pay you to translate them, I’ll pay double if you steal them. I’ll give them back; he just needs to learn the lesson.”
20 - You see a notice board, made of a light wood inlaid with gold filigree. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“CRABS CAN’T BE CONQUERED!
That’s right! We’re so convinced of the quality of our courier crustaceans, that we here at Crazy Cevin’s Crustaceans will give you, YES YOU!, a TRULY crazy discount on our thoroughbred Broadshells if you can manage to beat one in a race! We accept trade-ins! But come to win, because we can’t be beat! See Kevin today!”
21 - You see a notice board, intricately carved with imagery of dancers and other artistic displays. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Town Hall has been invaded by a Phantom!
It’s not every night, but most nights the night watch reports that a mysterious individual appears to survey the grounds, interacting with things that aren’t there, and eventually walking through walls. We want the real story, especially if it’s a good one! Please investigate!”
22 - You see a notice board, made of an odd coloured wood and poorly maintained. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Calling Card
Too many people forget that I’m one of the original gang bosses in this town. So it’s time for a big plan, and I need some extra hands. No one in this town is trustworthy enough though. I will steal the bridge out of town to prove I’ve still got it.
Yes, the whole bridge.
No, this isn’t a joke.
And no, you can’t keep it.”
23 - You see a notice board, covered with graffiti of all manner of accusations, claims, and vulgarities. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Usual hold got raided last night but they didnt get evrything. Lookin fer muscle to get the stuff back. Gunna be hard so youl have to do the legwork. Find out who betraied us and make them regret it. Find the goods and you can take from whats there too. Take too much we take yor hands. Cant carry stuff with no hands”
24 - You see a notice board, carved on a steel plate, fixed to the side of a building. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“I’m innocent, I swear!
People are going around saying I killed the smith’s son, just because they think I’m the only person who could. But it’s not true! There was a half-man, half-something that came out of the water and attacked him! I know this sounds like I’m crazy, but I’m not! Please help me clear my name before the trial!”
25 - You see a notice board of manasteel and brass alloy. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Seeking Assistant
Our research team is looking for someone who can blend in with the populous below, to test some of our latest discoveries. Preference given to people who appear dull of wit. You will be responsible for a set of devices worth more than your family’s annual wages, so take care. Experience with Enchantment and/or Illusion Magitech an advantage.”
26 - You see a notice board made of tessellating bricks and tiles. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“By Mayoral Decree
No music is to be played for the duration of the building year. Those claiming to be Bards are to be exiled immediately. Performance is allowed, but only of the more noble arts. Music is for the common folk, and we should aspire to better. But I am not without grace. A hand-in reward will be issued for any instruments to be destroyed.”
27 - You see a notice board, plain and unadorned except for a pair of simple iron caps on the posts. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“My signet ring has been replaced with a fake! Father always said that when I came of age, I could show that ring, and I would be accepted as the new lord! But no! They laughed at me and sent me away! I demand justice! Someone must have stolen the real thing, to prevent my rightful ascension! Help me! Reward negotiable.”
28 - You see a notice board of stone, wrapped with vines. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Sights Beyond Sight
We all know there is that one area of the jungle that smells so bad that people pass out until they get rescued, yeah? Well, I’ve cracked it! Turns out, if you let yourself get bitten by one of the yellow vipers, NOT THE ORANGE ONES, the smell goes away! Trouble is, you start seeing some real strange stuff. Even now, they still watch me. Help!”
29 - You see a notice board, covered with graffiti of all manner of accusations, claims, and vulgarities. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Justice For Chance!
Second Chance did nothing wrong; she was framed! Anyone who’s anyone knows that it was Haldal’s boys that bumped off the guard! So I figured we get her back and we can get revenge. The guards will be transporting her to the gallows in the week. We’re intercepting. Are you in, or are you a target?”
30 - You see a notice board made of rough hewn wood with worn stain. Many signs are posted, but one catches your eye…
“Grandson Wants A Gift
I’ve always tried to do right by my family, even if I had to stay away from them for so long in my younger days. So when my grandson said that he wanted a flying carpet for his birthday, how am I supposed to say no? Actual question. I need to be able to deny him without guilt, or give him what he asked for. Any advice?”
So what did you think? Anything sound intriguing? Would you take any of these jobs? Let us know, and we’ll see you for July. And I’m sorry in advance. 😅
