Adderposts, the merchant house left empty for the past few months after its owners disappeared amid rumours (never confirmed by authorities) of snake cults, now begins to see activity anew.
A group of foreigners staying in the town for some time appear to have concluded some protracted negotiations with War-Chancellor Jarath, and have begun refurbishing the building to their own ends.
Essembrans whisper about these foreign folk - bald-headed and tattooed, a small few of them garbed in scarlet and gold. What could this mean for the Dale? What kinds of deals has Lord Jarath struck in secret?
The brave ones who make enquiries discover that Adderposts is due to reopen in a mercantile capacity at some point this month.