Tournament Tribulations: Deviant Detected!

Dictated in Dalaran by Crampleflap Fizzlewrench...

FOLLOWING the theft reported in Icecrown last month, more information on the culprit has emerged this week. The thief stole thousands of golds worth of equipment from the tournament and tensions between Horde and Alliance have been running high since.

Earlier this week Crusader Jereck Serethil - nicknamed ‘The Golden Crusader’ for his exploits in the Order of the Silver Hand and The Golden Light - chanced upon an intoxicated Gnome in the Underbelly of Dalaran, and uncovered new information regarding the incident.

Having filed the original story on this case, Jereck was more than happy to fill us in on what has been going on...

"Hail, brother."

"My, you're a tall one, Jereck!"

"Heh, thank you."

"So we hear that you spoke to a Gnome about the theft?"

"Yes, I saw him laying down in the sewers, and due to my oath as a paladin, I stopped to help the poor fellow. As I knelt by him I noticed multiple Champion’s seals scattered around him and on his person. Calmly, realizing that these were some of the stolen goods, I shook the Gnome awake. Then I asked him where he acquired the seals. After rigorous questioning he informed me that they belonged to a Human, and that he was staying in Dalaran in the Ledgermain Lounge and that this man had dropped a bag whilst walking through the sewers."

"Oh? So what did you do then?"

"I helped the Gnome to his feet and re-claimed the stolen seals, gave the Gnome my blessing and continued to the Ledgermain, where, sure as day, I spotted a Human rogue at the counter flipping a seal with his thumb. I began to walk over to him and then Amarial Sunsworn walked in. Being the only witness to the case I was surprised to see him in such close proximity to the thief."

"Corruption at the tournament?!"

"Far from it, master Gnome. As soon as Amarial spotted the cur he yelled out “THIEF!” startling him and forcing him to run. I chased him to Krasus’ Landing, cornering him. I told him that he should turn himself in and not to incur my retribution, but the man was crazy, he leapt off the edge. Looking over I could see he had a parachute on. Unfortunately we were unable to apprehend the fiend due to weather conditions."

The Golden Crusader provided a description on the thief: He stands about 6ft tall and has deep hazel eyes, he has shoulder-length blonde hair and a scraggly beard. He also has a distinct scar underneath his left eye and a runic tattoo on his right forearm. Anyone who spots the thief has been told not to apprehend him unless they are sure of their combat skills.

The Argent Crusade has offered a 1000 gold reward to anyone who captures him alive. The thief will need to be questioned and the stolen goods returned so please do not kill the criminal unless you have no choice.

Addendum: Tribute to the Fallen

Once more we are saddened to report the following losses of brave defenders of both factions. Let us hope that their souls are at rest and that the Light will watch over them.

Remember our fallen heroes:

• Dunthor Rooblat - deceased
• Crusader Lendrick Stoutheart - deceased
• Justicar Plaran Lorth - deceased
• Justicar Wubsplink Boomcrank - deceased
• Crusader Joran Mulrow - missing in action
• Champion Dorabor Roundbelly - missing in action

Theft in Icecrown!

Crusader Jereck Serethil writes...

TROUBLE has sparked a near conflict between The Sunreavers and The Silver Covenant at the argent tournament grounds in Icecrown. It was reported that in the early hours of yesterday morning several items of value were stolen from The Sunreaver's tent whilst the Quartermasters were asleep.

Amongst the stolen items were a Sin’dorei warblade, multiple lances that were property of the Horde and several bags full of Champions' marks. In monetary terms,the losses are estimated at 7,000 gold pieces, which has The Sunreavers fuming. We spoke to Amariel Sunsworn, a Sin’dorei of The Sunreavers, who claims to have caught a glimpse of the assailant.

"I was tending to the mounts outside as something had obviously disturbed them. One hawkstrider was so distressed that it bolted, I ordered the guards to retrieve it as I made my way back into the tent. Upon entering I saw a person clad in black leather – a rogue no doubt - carrying multiple items which are property of the Horde. I attempted to polymorph him in an effort to stop him but upon seeing me he let off a smoke bomb hopped on an Argent hippogryph and escaped."

The rogue in question stood about 5-6ft high and was wearing a black hooded mask. The only feature recognisable was his wispy blonde hair that came out the back of his hood. Unfortunately the culprit’s race could not be defined however several races have been ruled out. This leaves us with the options of Human, Sin’dorei, Forsaken or Kal’dorei.

Justicar Mariel Truehart speaks on the matter, "We at the Crusade are devastated by this heinous act that has not only resulted in the loss of thousands of gold in oods, but has also effectively raised tensions between the two factions that we are trying to unite with the spirit of competition here at the tournament. Any information regarding the theft should be reported to myself or Jereck Serethil who has taken a personal interest in this case."

Justicar Truehart can be found in the westernmost tent on the Tournament grounds and I can be contacted by mail. May the light shine upon you all.

Addendum: Tribute to the Fallen

Unfortunately many Crusaders have bravely fallen this week whilst defending assets, citizens and land from the relentless Scourge across Northrend. May the light guide their souls to eternal peace.

Remember our fallen heroes:

• Crusader Dronek Saldan - deceased
• Justical Fanthrose Subitar - deceased
• Defender Ralithor Stoutfist - deceased
• Crusader Gorfandon Beezlebrew - missing in action
• Champion Guth’dar Mondrek - missing in action