Chapter 10: Arrival in Sandpoint

July 25

In the afternoon, as the group approaches Sandpoint, they are met by a confident and alluring woman dressed in a red, short, fitted outfit with a hooded cloak draped over her shoulders. She exudes both charm and danger, her stance assertive and powerful. Her outfit, which combines elements of a rogue and a noble, is detailed with stylish patterns, a belt, and high boots. Very pointed ears of an Elf peek from under the hood. She holds a leash in one hand—its other end attached to the creature beside her.

Beside her looms a massive, blue-skinned humanoid creature with sharp fangs and a wild expression. The being has the brutish physique of a troll, with muscular arms and thick legs. It wears ragged fur and carries a heavy backpack and holds is a large sword engraved with runes, implying it serves as both a beast of burden and possibly a companion, guard or servant. The leash connecting them suggests a master-pet dynamic, though whether the troll is truly tamed remains uncertain.

The woman says that she has extra magical items for sale, but not much time, so a decision must be made in a couple of minutes. The woman asks the troll for bag 32. The bag reportedly contains various items to be worn around the neck. She apparently has a protective item similar to what the group already has for the price of 3.6 gold coins. Items that protect against magic and poisons cost 5.2 gold coins. The same price is also charged for one that protects against physical damage once a day for a few seconds. The next price category is 6.8 gold coins, which provides a lot of protection against sun bolts, and an item that enhances healing spells costs the same, as well as an item that once a day resets one’s attempt to restore vitality by concentrating. In the same price range is another item that makes sneaking easier and once a day creates a large area of darkness that lasts for five minutes.