Superior Shops #1 | The Three Hound Smithy
Shop: Superior Armorsmith
Location: Ravenstone Township
The Three Hound Smithy was once an imposing two-story building of oaken timber and heavy stone, but it has fallen into disrepair and neglect. Many of its wooden roof shingles are peeled back, and its heavy iron ribbed door always hangs slightly ajar. Inside a large countertop stands between the shopfront and the rooms beyond. Brigandine and mail hang about available for resizing and a few examples of plate armor stand in glass cases, a testament to the smith’s skill. Only a single weapon can be seen on display in the shop, the two halves of a shattered arming sword mounted to a plaque above the countertop.
An open forge-yard sits beside the shop, many tools and works in progress sit about guarded only by a short fence, and two large Sylbrian Wolfhounds with ashen fur that sleep in the yard.
Grisum is the owner of the shop and a skilled smith. A stout man in his early forties with a potbelly and a jet black beard. He bears himself with a somber and grueling demeanor. While by no means a dim man, Grisum prefers simple words and plain language.
If ever asked about the shattered blade that is mounted above his countertop, Grisum simply replies, “That…..that is a testament to failure and a warning against pride, and I will speak no more of it.”
- The largest of Grisum’s three wolfhounds, and the one that seems to never leave his side.
- Young and full of energy, Duke is the most likely of the wolfhounds to cause trouble with passersby or other animals
- Lazy and laid back, Lilly has a kind demeanor to anyone she cares to take an interest in but most often is content to sleep, and “notice” things simply by raising a single ear.
Secret: In his younger days Grisum was a gifted weaponsmith, however when his best friend Tandrid fell in battle after the sword Grisum made for him shattered, the smith swore to never forge a blade again and has since dedicated his life to crafting the sturdiest armor around.
Discovery: A few of the older people in town will know this information and may reveal it if asked about Grisum.
Secret: Marshall, the largest of Grisum’s hounds is a Hound Arcon in disguise. Forged from the spirit of Tandrid after his death, and unable to assume a humanoid form or leave the mortal realm until his task is complete. Marshall watches over his old friend and his shop, always seeking ways to inspire the old smith to return to his true craft.
Discovery: If the players discover the truth behind how Tandrid’s sword was shattered and tell Grisum, then Marshall will be free to reveal himself.
Upgrade 1: If Marshall can lead the players to discover the truth behind the shattering of his sword, Grisum can be convinced to begin forging weapons again, And will over a few weeks perform some much-needed maintenance on his building.
Upgrade 2: If a suitable candidate is found, Grisum can be convinced to take on an apprentice, This will reduce the time it takes him to complete commissions by ½.
Upgrade 3: If the players encounter the hungry fire elemental Tinatin and choose diplomacy over violence, it is possible to convince Tinatin to live in Grisum’s forge where he will be fed in exchange for his heat. This will allow Grisum to work skymetals and other exotic materials.
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