| Welcome to Endless Plains! |

wiping your brow as you peer up at signboard swaying in the breeze, you sigh as you finally reach your destination.

the rustic oak creaks on it's hinges as it swings open and a companionable silence greets you as you step through threshold. glancing around, you spot a solid wood counter, upon it is a litter of paperwork and personal items. it seems that the steward is out at the moment, perhaps they left something in preparation for your arrival?

as you walk around the counter, you sweep your hand along it's grain, admiring the craftsmanship of it. in doing so, a small, inconspicuous card floats to the floor.

as you bend down to pick it up, your attention is grabbed by the drawer just to the right, it looks like it was shut in haste. you shake your head, clearing your thoughts for a brief second, no matter, you can investigate it later.

as your fingers grip the wayward card, you flip it over to read the fine script.
"welcome weary traveler,

apologies if i'm not back to greet you in time, an unexpected situation has called me away urgently. we, the townsfolk, hope you enjoy your stay here and find what your searching for. Gale, the old man who runs the supply store, should be able to help you get started in my absence.

best wishes, traveler
ps. check the right-most compartment!"

your eyes widen as you reach down, hand already gripping the knob before you have processed the words. with a gentle tug, the drawer slides out revealing a; wide-brimmed hat, a pair of butter-smooth leather gloves, a rather heavy jacket and some sturdy hiking shoes exactly in your size. how kind.