Reaping LumberI began by heading into Minoc, where I procured myself a packhorse. I had learned from my hunt to the Spider Caves that the surrounding forest was thick with Reapers; an excellent place to start. With my horse in tow, I set out for the moongate. I needed somewhere safe to stash my horse, and just before I reached the Spider Forest I found an abandoned building which worked perfectly.
After securing my horse, I traveled North into the forested countryside. Hefting my freshly sharpened axe, I didn't have to wait long before finding my first Reaper. Hacking away at the evil tree, I attempted to dispatch it as quickly as possible. Speed is key when dealing with Reapers!
A large number of other creatures also inhabit the woods, most notably the large spiders and a few overgrown trolls. Signs of a previous spider victim still hung from a tree, his tools and camp nearby.
Having slain a good number of Reapers, I returned to Cove with my heavily laden horse. Not only did I bring quality lumber, but gold for the coffers! After cutting down the logs to make them more manageable, I toted the gold over to the barracks.
*signed*