Quest 008: Clear the Obsidian Span

Classification: B-Class
Type: Secure Location
Status: Open

Contract Summary

Benefactor: The Iron Ring Guild (represented by Factor Brennik)
Compensation: Generous (300 ceramic pieces)
Stated Danger: Dangerous (5)
Location: The Obsidian Span—ancient bridge crossing the Glass Chasm, 1.5 days south

Mission Briefing

The Job

The Iron Ring, a guild specializing in mining and material transport, has contracted Phoenix Dawn to clear and secure the Obsidian Span—an ancient bridge of fused obsidian crossing the Glass Chasm.

The bridge provides the only safe crossing for heavy cargo wagons for twenty miles in either direction. Recently, something has taken up residence, killing two Iron Ring scouts and forcing caravans to use dangerous alternate routes.

Location Details

• The Obsidian Span: 200 feet long, 30 feet wide, apparently indestructible
• The Glass Chasm: 150 feet deep, walls of razor-sharp volcanic glass
• Current Threat: Unknown—scouts didn't survive to report

Objectives

1. Primary: Eliminate or drive off whatever has claimed the bridge
2. Secondary: Assess structural integrity for heavy wagon traffic
3. Tertiary: Establish that the crossing is safe for Iron Ring caravans

Client Terms

• The bridge itself must not be damaged (if that's even possible)
• Clear confirmation of safety required before payment
• Iron Ring will send verification team once guild signals all-clear

Known Complications

• The Glass Chasm is notoriously treacherous—falling means death
• Previous occupants of the bridge have included everything from raiders to monsters
• The span's origins are unknown; some claim it predates the Cleansing Wars

Guild Assessment

Recommended Team Size: 4-5 members
Required Skills: Combat, climbing/safety equipment, monster identification
Estimated Duration: 3-5 days