"That does sound reasonable. I will ask the people, to see if a suitable ritualist can be found for you. Do travel safe, Ancalagon. My name is Benjamin."<br/><br/>The same basic scenario happens for the other towns, although they are not currently being harassed by bandits. This means a little more talking is required, but it doesn't take much to convince them that he has stopped Rummsprig from being a threat, and can protect them from others, too.<br/><br/>One of the towns is a mining town, so does quite well thanks to the iron and silver. The other is also a farming town, but also has a brewer of magical potions, a rather useful thing indeed.<br/><br/>Incidentally, if Ancalagon wishes, he can set up a<em>dragonpact</em>with any of the true dragons he is living with. All are receptive enough, and seeing as there's basically communal wealth...