The parchment is of very high quality, and the writing calligraphic in its elegance

To the most honoured Thane of the Stoutheart Clan, Rollo Stoneshield.

Thane,

My reasons for writing this are simple, we are in a period of immense strife and trouble, and it is imperative that those of dwarven blood unite in order to present a unified front to our many enemies. Therefore, I wish to offer my services to you, in the hopes of being admitted into the Stoutheart clan, in order to finally strike a blow back against those who seek our death and enslavement.

Long have I been in Sanctuary, and I feel that I have long been complacent in my percieved safety, confident in my financial security and the promise of unstrenuous labour. However, the recent events have highlighted the true weakness of our position here, and I refuse to remain in the weak and quite frankly pathetic state I have allowed myself to slip into.

I will endeavour to seek you out in person, or another of your clan so that you might see my actions speak more than my words. I hope that you will see fit to welcome me into the Clan Stoutheart, and will be in eager anticipation of the time that I can prove myself worthy.

Till our meeting,

Veltil Magrasmet

*Porki Thule takes delivery of the letter, scrawls a brief note back and tips the courier a gold piece before slamming the door of Barak-Tor and calling out to Rollo to get his mail*

Veltil,

I've pased your letter onto Rollo. He'll reply or find you no doubt very soon. If you have not seen him in the meantime, seek out either Dain our clan champion or Cliara or meself.

War Chief & Sonnlinor Thule

Kinsman,

All kin are welcome to join the Stouthearts. After an initial period to determine your nature and mettle, you will be named Sonnilith meaning "stone of good promise". These are considered part of the Clan but will not have all the rights and privileges of the Clan.

When two Elders concur that you are indeed Stoutheart material, you will be Named, and entered into the Clan.

I look forward to making your acquaintance. What garb do you wear, and what skills do you possess? I will look for you, and hope to see you soon.

If you see a charming Stout with a muscular build, dark hair and bare head, feel free to come and introduce yourself.

Thane Rollo Stoneshield

Thane,

I am moderately skilled as a warrior, although this is not by far my main speciality. Foremost, I am a diplomat, and a fairly capable engineer. I am in the habit of wearing dark red mail, and as I mentioned, will be searching for you.

Veltil Magrasmet