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Editorial.
May it please the citizens of Blackstone Keep. I have recently noticed an opening for a small business concern, namely an occasional parchment of news. I have, between appointments at the Maiden and various eating and drinking establishments, the wherewithall to attempt to fill this gap.
Kynan Bladvick, Gentleman of Leisure, Importer of exotic impedimenta, etc.
Nature Watch.
I would like to bring to the attention of the local populace the wonder of that great tree in the square.
Since my arrival I have noticed comings and goings of various types. Indeed people have seemed to fall out of the branches the same way leaves fall from other trees. Of note, I have seen, recently four different types of dragons. Not being the adventuring type, I have kept a small notebook of information from tales those brave enough to venture forth have regaled me with. The most recent was an adult Red Dragon, walking by. I did try to follow this fearsome beast, but it must have taken flight. Prior to that was a Green Dragonling, a very intelligent creature who could speak. It even supplied the name of a felon to a most terrible crime of at the worst murder, at the least supplying a young gentleman with poisoned or drugged alcohol. The friendly Ranger will, I am sure, recognise some of the details of this.
Also appearing has been a faerie dragon, with the most beautiful wings, butterfly like and delicate. The final creature was a pseudo dragon, the name suggests it is not of true dragonkind, however I am not certain this would be correct.
Local Happenings
It is amazing, I wander around the town, in and out of public buildings. Some conversations are overheard and I have even been beckoned into alleyways and corners to be informed of some gossip. My sources are, I believe, impeccable. As such, I must protect them at all costs.
I recently reported on the demise of a local resident, assassinated at the Oasis in cold blood. It would appear there is more afoot. I have heard, from more than one whispered source, of some possible 'fatal accidents' that will occur to at least two prominent residents and these accidents have been designed from 'on high'. While the details are sketchy, with the first death having occurred, then I must advise all to take extra precautions with their safety.
If you see me around the town, and wish to advise me of any snippets of knowledge or more fabulous sightings by that wonderful tree, then please feel free to let me know. A small caraffe of good wine or a bite of excellent food will also not go amiss, as I do delight in my creature comforts.
This publication is privately financed and independent of any body or guild. Anyone trying to subvert the nature of it will feel the wrath of my tongue. Do not expect satisfaction in the arena, as I have little skill with arms and quite frankly the sight and scent of blood makes me feel quite ill. Having said that, I hope you enjoy this occasional periodical and look forward to reading it as much as I look forward to publishing it.
Kynan Bladvick.