"I have taken the name of Cross. But now you have the advantage, for I do not know your name." Cross rumbles.

(Vanoryn) The people you talk to tell you about 2 assassin/thief guilds. The Nightcrawlers are a largely organized assassins guild of people who train assassins, then sell them to individuals and smaller guilds. Anyone who talks about getting rid of them, or does anything about them, gets killed that same night. The Nightcrawlers don't have anything against the king. The king does not try to stop them, and they don't send assassins to kill him, and it has been that way for a long time. The other group you hear of are the Quickbrand. The Quickbrand are a smaller group of thieves who wander the side of the Shield (the wall) and steal from any adventurers who happen to be there. The people you talk to do not know of any nobles who might have anything against the king. (-5gp) 

(Cross) ''I have not gone by a name since I left my people years ago. But my purpose is to represent the sword and the shield of Tyr, god of justice, It is the closest thing to a name I know. Now that we are on level ground, I wish to know, what brings you to Jedburg, and why do you inquire about our king's death?''

"Me and two of my companions heard news of a goblin warband terrorizing Jedburg. We meted out swift justice and upon or arrival to Jedburg we learned of the king's death. We determined that we would investigate the matter further, and our inquiries have led us to you." Cross explains, crossing his arms. The sun reflects off of his dull metallic blue armor and his piercing blue eyes glint.

''Oh, so you and your companions were the ones to clear the bugbear camp? I thank you, and I am sure that most of Jedburg's farmers would also wish to thank you. I hope you understand that I cannot let you into the tower, but I can tell you of what I know.'' He pauses, adjusting the shield that hangs off his back.'' It came out of nowhere, I heard a scream coming from the tower and immediately ran towards it.'' You can tell that it is not easy for him to talk to you about this. ''I entered the tower, it did not seem to have been broken into, and ran into the King's chambers, only to find him...dead. But there was no wound, he was laying on the floor, not breathing, definitely dead, but there was no wound...''' He lowers his head, his face dark even in the light of day.

After Vanoryn retrieves all this information he would head back to their tavern.

Cross ponders this information for a moment. "You mentioned an it. Pray, tell me further of this thing. "

''I was referring to the death.''

Cross nods sagely. "Of course, of course. Is the body being inspected by experts?"

''We have a powerful mage on his way''

"Good. Until we have further details there is little to be done." Cross remarks.

''Of course, but before we part, where are you and your companions staying?'' 

(Cheers, @Xtracrispy)

"We have currently taken up quarters at The Traveler's Tale. You can find us there." Cross replies. He salutes The Champion and heads into town.

("Travelers tale" is the name of the tavern it's way back.)

''I hope to talk to you again!'' The Half-Orc Guardian says as you leave.

Those of you that are at the tavern, what are you doing?

Vanoryn will order an ale and wait for his companions return while he scopes out the tavern and its inhabitants.

Perception:  24

(Vanoryn has xray vision)

Vanoryn, as you stare into the empty tavern, you start to hear voices coming from below the tavern. At this time, all of your companions have arrived at the tavern.

Vanoryn motions to his group to come in close and whispers, "There are voices coming from the basement.  Should we go investigate?"

Cross shakes his head regretfully. "My heavy armor hinders any attempts at a silent approach. You go on ahead. If you find yourself in trouble, whistle once and I will be at your side in a moment. "

What will everyone else do?