Letters to the Leader of the Zhentarim

To Captain Westcar,

Greetings. I have watched as your Swordhands have kept order in town and have come to desire the title of Swordhand, myself. There is much I have to learn and there is much I am sure I must do to prove myself. I am willing to do what I must. I was referred by Swordhand Migantes. I will use no more of your time. These are my intentions.

At Your Service,

Dash Thanos


*Days later Dash had attempted to withdraw his letter, but the guard refused.*

To Captain Westcar,

Hello Sir, I have traveled a long way with Sir Reshek Ghoulhond from the Sword Coast. We have spoken to Dread Brother Wuuq about helping out here, and after a long discussion it was decided that I should enlist in the Zhentarim ranks. I only wish to serve, and offer my skills to help the Zhentarim, and the Black Lord in these trying times in the Dales.

~ Christian Verden

Captain Westcar,

My name is Malachore. In my short time in Shadowdale, I have seen many criminals and petty thieves attempting to counteract the balance of law and order. These atrocities should not be tolerated, and I wish to be of some assistance in this matter. This is why I am sending you a letter, as a request to join the Zhent. My magical skills have yet to show their true potential, but with time and training, they will be of much use to you and your guardsmen. Bane has shown me that fear is the only way to keep order, and I feel that my magic will soon instill fear in others.

I will be awaiting a response in Shadowdale, should you need to see me. Please alert me of a decision as soon as you can.

Sincerely, Malachore.

Honorable Captain Westcar,

I am sending this letter because I wish to join the guard of the Zhent. I have some knowledge in the art of using the powers of the Lower Planes and even if I am still a novice, I am pretty sure that I could make a decent recruit. Should you accept me into your ranks, please let me know of your decision as soon as possible.

Sincerly, Zahkul, Warlock novice.

Dear Cpt. Westcar,


I have sent this letter seeking acceptance into the ranks of the Zhentarim. A few months prior to my arrival here in Shadowdale I had spent some time running with a group of men who were followers of Bane. With them is where I was converted to his cause and shortly after began my journey here to serve. I am trained in combat with falchion and believe I can be put to good use under your command.

--Donovan "The Bugbear" Baggwell

Dear Cpt. Westcar,

My name is Joseph Keirgan, cleric of bane. I have traveled here in hopes to help build the temple in the name of Bane. So fist off i wish to join the church of bane and do his work. Second i am also training in hopes to become a Warpriest as well and combat from being on duty as a member of your great organization would be the best way to walk down that path. So far i haven't been able to talk to any of the sword hands only some mercenaries. I would greatly appreciate it if i could take a bit of your time even though your a busy man and talk about these matters in person. May fear fill your heart and hatred guide your blade.

Sincerely,

Joseph Keirgan.

Captain,

I recently made it aware to several Swordhands that it was my intent to join their ranks. I was advised to contact you, via letter, and address you with my intent. I have fought in many lands, though none such as your Shadowdale. Bane has guided me here and I know now why. I have always been one to uphold order when and where I could. I can help you and the Zhentarim as a whole.

One Swordhand, in particular, Reshek Ghulhond, escorted us in the goblin caves, seeking to evaluate us and test us, no doubt. The knowledge he provided was useful and I will continue to use what I learned to improve.

I would do whatever it takes for order to be upheld and may I serve Bane and the Zhentarim as only He would will it.

Signed,

Samma'el Hecate

*Garok sends a letter to capitain westcar, it is written in neat handwriting*

Dear Capitain Westcar

I would like to join the zhent and help guard the town of shadowdale so I may serve bane and those who fallow him. I am a half-orc and am able to cast arcane magic to an extent. I am also a good fighter. I do think that my ability's will be able to help me serve bane and in extention the zhent very well. You can meet with me if you wish so. Praise Bane.

Sincearly,
Garok Marthog

*an older fellow in fine robes hands a sealed letter to a Swordhand on patrol, as well as a rather generous bribe to ensure the letter finds its way to Westscar's desk*

Honored Battle-Captain;

I am Tiberius Steelfall, a merchant from the Keep recently arrived in the dale. I write to you with intention of joining your fold.

Being later in my years than most and of well-manicured hand, I think you will find I am rather unsuited to guard duty, but it is not skill at arms I offer you; given the Zhentarim's pretense of keeper of law and order within Shadowdale, I am quite sure by now you have found that certain 'groups' of 'people' must be tolerated despite their heresy in denying the Black Hand their undying souls. I believe a silvered tongue and the turn of coin may be of use where swords must be stayed. Let my words and my shrewd business-sense be the Dark Lord's tools as well.

I have recently spoken with the good Incantationer in this regard, and trust he will serve as witness to my intention.

Your reply will find me at the local inn when your hand sees fit to put pen to paper.

In humble fear of the Black Hand,

*signed* Tiberius Steelfall

Badgerthej wrote:

*a small scroll is handed to the captain by vanguard laylin*

*in a familiar long looping written format*

Dearest captain, after mush length of thought and a great many inccidences i have come to the descision of requesting that i join your ranks, though i would see fit to join those of the skymages my current condition may hold that wish from me, however I would hope that you take this as an honest gesture of my willingness to aid you in the defence of shadowdale as i am sure i could afford my humble talents to the cause.

as usual i request this letter destroyed so that troubles cannot occur from it.

*It is sighned with her full name - Anastasia Rosenberg*

*a simple reply*

Miss Anastasia,

You have always been welcome within our ranks.

~Westscar

Aradya wrote:

-looks to the soldier and hands him a letter to his captain-
-the letter is sealed with wax and an unrecognizable symbol-
-the hand writing is flourish by nature, but easy to read-

Dear Captain Westcar,

My name is Aradya and I am interested in joining the ranks of the Zhentarims. Due to a misconception on my behalf I was given the powers of a warlock and would like to put them to favorable use, for Bane and the Zhentarims. I have worshiped Bane for many years now and the one contributing thing I have learned from him, is how to imbue pure immobilizing fear into others. I would like the opportunity to show you my talents for such things.

I currently have a room at the Inn and can be reached through the Inn Keeper. I look forward to speaking to you.

Sincerely,
Aradya.

Speak to Lucky or myself.
~Westscar

Torden wrote:

To the Venerated Captain Westcar;

I am Torden Mahel, a fallower of the Vaunted, seeker of arcane wisdom of death and life, am interested in beign a recruit of the Arcane Brothers. I wish to join the network of Zentharim, to further advance in my arcane studies, and I believe that in doing so I can provide assistance to the Network.

I was encouraged to write this letter to you by Swordhand Cobannon. I hope and sincerely request that you consider my application.

My Outmost Respect

Torden Mahel

We could always use another mage
~Westscar

jpetticolas wrote:

Dear Captain Westscar,

Me name be Leeroy Of Risebodice. Im a 250 year old dwarf in need of some work. In me background i was a Lt Commander of Army and have had many years whipping young shits into weapons of war. Now that Risebodice has fallen due to actually finding a demon worthy of battle, i am in need of a new job.

Reason ive come to ye is because i cant help but feel the need to whip ye army into shape. Dey be some of da most sorryest lots ive ever seen. All this questioning and trials shite....why ye cut there heads off and put dem on a pike for just whispering treacherous words. And to let these pointy eared freaks to just run about free? Thats the most shameful of all. Why back in Risebodice we wiped em off da planet just fer killin a farmer. And what ever was left we bred for zombie workers down in the tunnels.

Aye i feel i have lots to contribute with there sorry asses. Enlist me and i show ye what must be done boyo. I might not be a worshiper of bane but Armok i feel is right up his ally. Banes just a we bit too light hearted for me taste.

Also i was a surgeon in its hospital. I even saved a couple lives in all me years working there on my spare time! Thank ye for yer time.

Sinserely,

Lt Commander Leeroy



P.S. Armok be needing blood for his boones and ye have quite a cat problem as Risebodice. If ye would be so kind to send em over me way when ye catch them id be greatfull.

Maybe...but damn dwarves have caused us trouble in the past!
~Westscar

Johnggernaut wrote:

To Captain Westcar,

Greetings. I have watched as your Swordhands have kept order in town and have come to desire the title of Swordhand, myself. There is much I have to learn and there is much I am sure I must do to prove myself. I am willing to do what I must. I was referred by Swordhand Migantes. I will use no more of your time. These are my intentions.

At Your Service,

Dash Thanos


*Days later Dash had attempted to withdraw his letter, but the guard refused.*

*after hearing of his attempt to to now decline Westscar losses faith in this applicant and burns his letter*

Antious wrote:

To Captain Westcar,

Hello Sir, I have traveled a long way with Sir Reshek Ghoulhond from the Sword Coast. We have spoken to Dread Brother Wuuq about helping out here, and after a long discussion it was decided that I should enlist in the Zhentarim ranks. I only wish to serve, and offer my skills to help the Zhentarim, and the Black Lord in these trying times in the Dales.

~ Christian Verden

We'll see if you have any promise
~Westscar

Possibilities wrote:

Honorable Captain Westcar:

Not long hence I ventured forth to teach heathen savage of the Dread Lord hearing of a nearby band of orcs. The band I encountered were of gray-orc stock and called themselves the Bloodspear. During my proselytizing drow, beholders, driders, and other foul things of the underdark struck. These Bloodspear warriors and I drove them back slaying many of the abominable servants of chaos. I did not count their exact number, but it was more than four score of the blighted infidel.

At the end of this, the sky turned red as blood and was effulgent with ruby light. The ground trembled with a terrible quaking, and the Black Lord spoke stating that "We had done well".

I was overcome by His Dread and Magnificent Presence and was moved to instill Holy Terror upon this band via an Atonement blessing.

The following are now of the Faithful in the Dread Lord's direct sight and by His Terrible Will: Brakka, Garmash, Garmok, Gron, Ghurr. and Ur'got. I know not his plans for these warriors, and do not seek to know for to have fulfilled His Will is enough.

I am housing them at the cathedral currently under construction. Their indoctrination in the Church's teachings continues and the Faithful see to their drilling that they may be ready for combat in the Lord of Darkness' Most Dread Name. They seek to bring more of their tribe for conversion, and I have no doubt that soon a few elite companies will be prepared to march upon the foes of the Black Hand. They take to the True Faith like ducks to water.

The Dread Lord's shadow upon you always,

Imperceptor Wuuq Jhaashmaug

*Upon reading this the Captain grins like a kid with his hand in the cookie jar and no one is home to catch him*

Kaj wrote:

Honored Captain Westcar,

I write this letter simply to inform you of my wish to join your ranks, as I have served Bane since I've learned to walk upon the ground. It seems I've heard of a bustling activity of theivery and crime, both of which I have no compassion for. My life and time will be devoted to the guard and Zhent as you continue to keep order and peace in the region. My skills as both a scout, tracker and fighter have proven useful many times within my life, but as of late has had no use. Thus, I wish to apply my soul to your leadership so I may preserve order and die alongside brothers of a similar cause.

Should you wish to see me in person, I am currently residing in the Inn and can be found easily staying within the town limits until I recieve your answer, whether a decline or an accept.

May the Fear of Bane be with you,

Signed, Artemis Nefzen.

See Lucky or myself Lad.
~Westscar

Maldore wrote:

Captain Westcar,

My name is Malachore. In my short time in Shadowdale, I have seen many criminals and petty thieves attempting to counteract the balance of law and order. These atrocities should not be tolerated, and I wish to be of some assistance in this matter. This is why I am sending you a letter, as a request to join the Zhent. My magical skills have yet to show their true potential, but with time and training, they will be of much use to you and your guardsmen. Bane has shown me that fear is the only way to keep order, and I feel that my magic will soon instill fear in others.

I will be awaiting a response in Shadowdale, should you need to see me. Please alert me of a decision as soon as you can.

Sincerely, Malachore.

See myself or Lucky
~Westscar

OOC:To all those posting I want to join letters you will get a much quicker response via PM, either myself or DM Lucky (and save a step in the process)

DM_Bucephalus wrote:

OOC:To all those posting I want to join letters you will get a much quicker response via PM, either myself or DM Lucky (and save a step in the process)

((DM_Angel *cough cough* Commander Lucky ))

Dearest Captain Westscar,

As you know, Shadowdale bridges are some of the finest in the land. However, they don't maintain themselves. Fortunately, I have access to a toll cat which is more than pleased to keep your bridges happy and safe. Of course, toll cats love Shadowdale and would gladly do this service for free. However, this toll cat would like a permission to be able to ask for small donations from those who cross the bridge. Traditionally, toll cats accept their donations in the form of pets or small sums of gold. Here, the toll cat would ask for no different. A request of at least one pet or a minimum donation of 10 gold pieces to show appreciation for the toll cat's tireless efforts. All voluntary, of course. And Zhent guards and Skymages would merely cross the bridge with the toll cat's warmest regards.

Toll cat thanks you in advance for you kind consideration of this request.

Signed,

Amenia Dy'nessa

Captain Westscar

My name is Noran Ravenhail im a Servant of the lord of death , on my arrival to this town i was made aware there is no morgue or shrine to my lord. As such i have been fufilling my duty by sitting vigel over the dead and preparing them for the next stage in there journey by the side of the lake exposed to the elements not the best enviroment. To ensure the dead resive the respact they deserve.
Because of this i as writing to you for permission to build a morgue and perchase some land on the outskirts of town so that i may propoley deal with the shear number of dead that are in the area, with the war, poor food suplys, adventures and the exotic diseases brought from lands far and near the dead are amassing fast.
untill i can gather funds i ask that i be granted permishion to use an unused barn, as atleast this will allow me do my duty in the interim.

Yours with the fear of bane

Noran Ravenhail
Servant of the lord of death