At meeting took place at the Anchor today with Elder Mergus to discuss the recent building of the Smithy and Barn, many other subjects were discussed to see what further improvements could be done.
Derik and Lannia brought up perhaps bringing in tutors from Candlekeep to help with formal education for those that wished it. Mergus promised to take this to the other elders, though a location for these classes might be an issue.
Derik and Lylan also offered to train the local militia, small as it is, in better fighting techniques. A separate meeting will need to be held with the Guard Captain. Derik has stockpiled a fair amount of gear from "donations" collected from areas like the Serpent Hills and Cloudpeaks that he noted he was willing to donate to the militia for short term, while Niy will be looking into possibly contact the Dwarves residing in the Trollclaws to bring in raw materials for the smithy. His supply was almost completely used up making new tools for the surrounding farmlands for their harvest season.
Another discussion was had about possibly hosting a town-wide Harvest Festival, which could just be fun.
On a more somber note, discussions were also had regarding the cultists and pirates that often plague the small town. However, that's a subject that will have to be explore far more carefully and slowly than just throwing a party... It could have serious ramifications for the whole town.
A proposition of possibly finding or providing temporary physical help for the local farmers for Harvest became a real possibility.
Even finding a way to perhaps provide the town a golem for protection was discussed!
After the meeting, Lannia made a huge dinner for those that remained. She and Derik invited everyone down to the beach and held and impromptu celebration for their one-year anniversary. Dancing, talking, and general merriment was had by all!
