<div align="center"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 14pt;"><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: andale mono;">Be it so known that the bearer of this charter has been charged by the Swordlords of Restov, acting upon the greater good and<br/>authority vested within them by the office of the Regent of the Dragonscale Throne, has granted the right of exploration and travel<br/>within the wilderness region known as the Greenbelt. Exploration should be limited to an area no further than thirty-six miles east and<br/>west and sixty miles south of Oleg’s Trading Post. The carrier of this charter should also strive against banditry and other unlawful<br/>behavior to be encountered. The punishment for unrepentant banditry remains, as always, execution by sword or rope. So witnessed on this<br/>24th day of Calistril, 4710 AR, under watchful eye of the Lordship of Restov and authority granted by Lord Noleski Surtova, current Regent of the Dragonscale Throne.</span></span></div><br/><hr/><br/>The young dragon, Devaguea, found himself in possession of a writ, from the Swordlords of Restov. The country of Brevoy, seeking to tame the wildlands to its south, had sent a number of expeditions sout, into the River Kingdoms, to put an end to bandits, monsters, and more, and bring stability to their southern border. Devaguea happened to find himself in the right place, at the right time, and his natural curiosity and sense of justice drove him to accept the bargain. Along with the writ, he carried a pouch, with fifteen hundred pieces of gold in it; payment, to help his acquire a band of adventurers to aid him on his task, outfit himself and his forces, and as an advance for the work yet to come.<br/><br/>The first thing he would need to do is to pick out a group of allies to accompany him; many were eager to test their strength against the untamed wilderness, and he would find no shortage of capable (and affordable) mercenaries.<br/><br/>(Listed below are eight 2nd level adventurers. He can also hire 1st level adventurers of any class, for 200gp each. All characters are built with Heroic NPC stats.)<br/><br/>Callie - NG Female Human Magus - Callie is a colorful, Varisian spelldancer, her armor and clothing adorned with colorful scarves, and her movements flowing and graceful. She is superstitious and a fast talker. (400gp)<br/><br/>Damien - NG Male Human Druid - Damien is a somber Ulfen man, who walks with a slight limp, and often relies on a walking stick. He speaks slowly and deliberately, and his eyes always dart towards the dark undergrowth. (350gp)<br/><br/>Elantra - LG Female Elf Wizard - Elantra is a cautious, patient elf, who doesn't look like she's seen a day of hard work in her life. She is an abjuration-focused wizard, and her spells are primarily defensive in nature. (375gp)<br/><br/>Erin - TN Female Human Kineticist - Erin is a short-tempered, flame haired Cheliaxan, who staunchly denies that she has devils in her ancestry. Her skill is with fire, and she quite enjoys it. Others have been hesitant to recruit her, especially since they're heading into a forested region. (300gp)<br/><br/>Josiah - NG Male Half-Orc Cleric - Josiah is a gruff and staunch follower of Torag, god of the forge. He wields a hammer and shield, and prefers to engage in combat against his foes up close and personal, protecting those behind him. (450gp)<br/><br/>Seres - LG Female Human Monk - Seres is a tanned, lean Kellid woman, who has covered much of her body with tribal tattoos and paint, wearing little clothing to hide her marked skin. She care little for social graces, and has managed to insult most people who would hire her. (325gp)<br/><br/>Talia - CG Female Elf Rogue - Talia is short and mousy, for an elf; she's barely taller than a human, even. She tend to be very quiet and bookish, but has a lean, natural grace, a sharp mind, and a sharper tongue, when she can be coaxed out of her shell. (475gp)<br/><br/>Torak, son of Torak - LG Male Dwarf Fighter - Torak comes from a long, proud line of dwarven soldiers. He carries a long glaive, and is seeking his fortunes in these southern realms. (425gp)