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You learn that the man’s name is Redbeard and that he hails from Soren, a town to the west of Varetta. He is sergeant-at-arms to a captain of mercenaries and has recently returned from battle against the Magadorians. He offers to take you to meet his captain who, he says, is the best soldier he has ever had the good fortune to serve under.

If you wish to accept his offer, turn to 256.

If you decide to decline his offer, bid him farewell and continue along the street, turn to 279.