The Town's thunderous Tavern Wench yells out that no coward should take up the Reflexes competition of which ridiculous Sapphire accepted. A mug or two don't make it into the hands of Sapphire but instead hit the table and floor! Sapphire has not the Reflexes Skill but unwisely thinks to be better than the Tavern's Challenge much to detriment of Sapphire. What an embarrassing situation! That brings on some giddy laughs.
Ranald is big and heavy, with feet like lumps of lead. In no way does he resemble a rabbit, a gazelle, or a grasshopper. But after a few mugs of ale, he becomes convince that he can leap over the walls of the Town. "Challenge accepted!" he shouts.
The Town's Tavern Wench dares the Jump Tavern stools challenge. Of which Ranald accepted. Showing off some skill, Ranald jumps clear over to the other side in stylized fashion much to the amazement of those watching. Ranald triumphs in the Jump Skill with success and feels joyous about the outcome. Bets totalled 18 gold pieces on your Jump. Everyone sings "Jump is no match for Ranald." Ranald received 34 experience points.
Ale and ego are a potent combination. After that display of grace and agility Ranald starts to wonder if he should give up smithing and start the Town's first professional dance troop.
The Town's Tavern Wench dares the Reflexes competition of which Cyrus accepted. Sharp on the move Cyrus stands at the ready as all the mugs go up into the air. Without much hesitation all are caught! Cyrus triumphs in the Reflexes Skill with success and blows their fingers while rubbing it against their clothes. Bets totalled 19 gold pieces on your Reflexes. Everyone sings "Reflexes is no match for Cyrus." Cyrus received 39 experience points.