The next morning arrived with unusual tension hanging over Kar'Dum.
Even before the city's forges fully awakened, dwarven warriors were already gathering throughout the lower districts.
Word had spread quickly.
The Dragon of Greenwood.
The Slayer of the Stone Maw.
The ally of Kar'Dum.
He was leading an expedition into the forbidden depths.
And that meant one thing.
Danger.
A lot of danger.
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John stood near the southern gate of the city, observing the preparations.
Massive supply carts were being loaded.
Warriors checked weapons.
Engineers inspected mining equipment.
Runesmiths distributed enchanted lanterns capable of burning for months.
The dwarves were taking this seriously.
Very seriously.
Which only reinforced how dangerous the expedition would likely be.
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**[Quest Active]**
**Secrets Beneath the Mountain**
Objective:
Investigate Ancient Ruins
Current Progress: 0%
Threat Assessment:
Extreme
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John stared at the notification.
