For the last hundred years, a relative calm has encompassed the land of Shar-rook.  While not a rich country, it was self-sufficiant, able to grow a wealth of crops able to support the country as it continued to build itself up.  However, that peace is now threatened.<br/><br/>A hundred years ago, a great Sorceress Lived in her Obsidian tower, ruling the land with a leather covered fist.   She was a terror over the country, abducting men and women at will for her own twisted pleasures.  It was said that the screams that echoed from her tower could be heard from miles away.<br/><br/>However, one day a band of hero's entered the country, and after a legendary battle managed to defeat the Sorceress.  However, the victory was not complete.  They were unable to kill the sorceress, only able to trap her in her tower.<br/><br/>For the last hundred years, the magical bearier keeping her in her citadel has held.  Until now.  Over the last several weaks, the baerier has continued to weaken.  The mages of the land believe that it will colapse in a matter of weeks, though uncertain of an exact time.  What people are certain of however, is the constant stream of creatures entering through the gates of citadel walls.  And that several people from the surounding towns have disapeared.<br/><br/>Several days ago, a Dark-elf turned spy came galoping back from the citadle.  It seemed the sorceress was building an army, and while small, with her magical support it would no doubt be more then able to conquer the land.  The King quickly sent messengers in secret across the land, deciding that an assination would be the easiest way to defeat the sorceress, by sending  a small group of able warriors.  You are one of those warriors.  Whether is is for money, a chance to test your skills, or even for love of your country, you have agreed to aid the king.<br/><br/><br/>Currently your group has just finished spending a night camping on your way to the citadel.  You haven't had much time to talk, as you left from your homes as fast as you could.  Your several hours walk away from the Main gates, and now might be a good time to get to know your fellow travelers.<br/><br/>(OOC:  Charactors are welcome here to interact a bit before i move the game allong.)