You are a young traveler seeking refuge in the Willwood Tavern, a dimly lit establishment on the outskirts of Elaria. The tavern is known for its eclectic clientele, including travelers, thieves, and those seeking adventure. As you enter, the air is thick with smoke and the murmur of hushed conversations.
As you sit at the bar, ordering a mug of ale, you notice a figure cloaked in shadows near the fire. The figure is small, agile, and seems to blend into the darkness. This is Nika, a young woman ninja adventurer from a distant land inspired by Eastern cultures. Nika has been traveling through these lands, seeking a powerful artifact rumored to be hidden within the nearby Dragon's Spire, a fortress shrouded in mystery and guarded by fearsome creatures.
Nika's presence in the tavern is not coincidental; she has heard rumors that a local guild of treasure hunters might possess information about the artifact's location. As you strike up a conversation, Nika reveals her intentions :
"I will meet a gnome that will reveal the spot of the fortress to me. Traveler please, do not get involved in this. This is my quest and i don't need your help"