Varn nodded, as they took their seats, the barmaid bringing him a large mug of ale without him having to ask. "I'll keep that in mind; we've had issues with centaurs in this region, and while we haven't had much contact with them yet, I imagine they'd appreciate comfortable seating as well. What do you suggest?" he asked, cocking his head.<br/><br/>The baron nodded, at the assessment. "It's been... challenging," he said. "The bandits here are disturbingly organized, and while we've dispersed more than a few, I suspect they're organized raiders from Galt, more than just... random bandits. As I mentioned, the centaurs, and a large ankheg infestation to the south that's been keeping the militia busy. And, yes, we're a bit low on supplies for expanding, but we're working on establishing a few mines, once we find a good vein in the nearby mountains. That should help us to expand more, and we might need to expand west, through the pass." He took a long drink. "Still, we're holding out pretty well here. How have things been going on your side of the mountains?"