5

You grab what you need from the supply closet, picking out the least blunted sword and the armor that looks like it has the fewest rust spots. You’re not picky; you consider yourself lucky to have anything at all, given that you showed up at headquarters in little more than trousers, a tunic, and a pair of well-worn boots that manage to be both heavy and flimsy at the same time.

When you re-emerge, Tarquin and the Viper—that is, Ashur—are waiting for you at the door.

“Where d’you want to start?” Tarquin asks. He’s looking at Ashur, but Ashur redirects the question your way.

“I’d like to hear some new ideas,” he says.

“What, you mean like, not rooftops?” Tarquin replies and Ashur rolls his eyes, although you get the feeling there might be a smile under the mask.

Minrathous is a big place—where will you search first?

• To find out what people know at the docks, turn to page 6.
• To look for information at the market, turn to page 21.
• To search the catacombs for clues, turn to page 43.