<div class="floatright">(https://i.imgur.com/Fje6c5s.jpg?1)</div><div align="center"><span class="bbc_font" style="font-family: comic sans ms;"><span class="bbc_size" style="font-size: 24pt;"><strong>MYSTERIES OF SANDPOINT</strong></span></span></div><br/>Resting in a natural cove along the cliff-lined region of Varisia known as the Lost Coast, Sandpoint is a small town that exemplifies the diverse people of the country.  Built in the shadow of an ancient Thassilonian beacon that rises high above the surrounding cliffs, Sandpoint is increasingly becoming a launch point for those who want to delve into the region to discover the mysteries of that ancient empire.  Yet, those who come to Sandpoint seeking better fortunes will often find that they rarely have to leave town to find an adventure - in recent times, not only has the settlement endured servants of sinister cults and goblin raids, but even attacks by giants and dragons - all the result of the awakening of an evil, ancient wizard, who was put down by heroes who had their start in Sandpoint itself!<br/><br/>A year has passed since then, though the town still remains abuzz with speculation and activity, making it one of the liveliest times in recent history.<br/><br/><hr/><br/>After leaving the monastary, the road to reach Sandpoint has been long and winding, and not one Kaisen likely knew he would end up in.  As Varisia slowly changed from being the backwater of Avistan continent to one where adventure and opportunity awaited, it seemed like everyone wanted to be the next adventurer who'd score the big haul, or a measure of fame that would bring equally promising rewards.  Yet bards and minstrels never sing about the two dozen failures for every success story, and its one Kaisen has painfully had to learn of first hand.  Leaving the sterile confines of the monastary was exciting, as was heading into the nearest village.  The waiting for some opportunity other than finding lost goats wasn't too bad either - who knows, maybe adventure was going to happen the very next day.  But it ended up being one day too late, because the money ran out.<br/><br/>Kaizen heard about the town of Sandpoint and the opportunities it likely had from the first man to pay for the use of the youth's firm rump.  It was awkward, but at least he was patient and gentle with the fiery red-headed catamite, which was more than could be said for some others.  But at least Sandpoint could remain a dream Kaizen could look forward to as he worked his way along the road and through tiresome nights.  Nearly a month later, though it seemed a lifetime longer, the rooftops of Sandpoint were glinting on the horizon.  Life looked like it was ready to deal another backhand, when it seemed like handful of copper coins weren't going to cut it and he'd likely have to sleep on the streets.  But a local girl who worked in the local brothel spotted him and brought him to the Pixie's Kitten, where he found room and board, in exchange for working as one of Kaye Tesarani's (https://i.pinimg.com/originals/2a/4f/56/2a4f5674772298f341a4d07e1d3b06b7.png) employees.  For the first time in his life, Kaisen began seeing coins of silver and gold - granted not taken from a dragons hoard or from selling priceless relics, but silver and gold nonetheless.<br/><br/><hr/><hr/><br/><strong>Time:</strong>8:00 am;<strong>Temprature:</strong>78 ⁰F (temperate; no penalty);<strong>Illumination:</strong>Normal (Sun)<br/><strong>Weather:</strong>Clear skies with intermittent clouds and light westernly winds<br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">KAISEN: 10/10 hp</div><div class="spoiler_body"><strong>Stunning Fist</strong> 1/1</div></div><br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">SANDPOINT</div><div class="spoiler_body">(https://i.imgur.com/Y1aVakV.jpg)(https://i.imgur.com/z41DnF7.jpg?1)</div></div><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">HINTERLANDS</div><div class="spoiler_body">(https://i.imgur.com/yUU41Zj.png)</div></div><hr/><br/>It's been a week since Kaisen has settled in Sandpoint in residence at the<acronym title="Area 43">Pixie's Kitten*</acronym>, where he has a small room with a cot and small chest to keep his belongings.  His employer, Kaye Tesarini, has decided to give him the day off from the usual rote of chores so that he can have some time to himself and see the town.  Or just have a little freedom to stretch his wings.  Before he can have the chance to lose sight of the building, the girl who brought him to the Pixie's Kitten on his first night in Sandpoint, Sanni Thellen (https://i.imgur.com/VK7KAsr.jpg?1), waves pleasantly.<br/><br/><strong>"I hope settling in well, Kai,"</strong>she affects politely.  She has a gentleness that seems inconsistent with some of the lusty sounds Kaisen has heard from her on busy nights at the Pixie.<br/><br/><strong>"If you're looking for places to go, you could do worse than head over for a look at the Rusty Dragon; there's a <em>'Help Wanted'</em> board there for any would-be adventurers, but its also a useful for finding out what's going on in town.  Or at least what people <em>think</em> is important.  Anyway, if you're thinking of going out of town, try not to go too - I heard talk from a client last night that he and his friends fought goblins along the way up the south road.  Filthy little beasts - they never learn their lesson however many times they're put down!  My cousin thinks they're just too stupid to learn.  But!  Don't let me keep you; I hope you have a nice day Kaisen!"</strong><br/><br/><div class="spoiler_container"><div class="spoiler_header" onclick="hideSecond (this);" role="button">OOC</div><div class="spoiler_body">Feel free to introduce Kaisen a little bit, and any plans you feel he'll pursue.  Sanni will talk with him if he looks interested in talking, but won't keep him otherwise.</div></div>