During my preliminary studies of the ley lines surrounding your town, I detected an unmistakable pulse of arcane resonance. After careful triangulation (a process too complex for the untrained), I have located the disturbance: an ancient, long-forgotten tower to the north, scarcely a day’s travel.

Preliminary observations suggest:

• Unstable magical currents within the structure.
• Faint runic wards of impressive age (and possible residual treasures).
• Potential arcane anomalies that may defy local understanding.

Naturally, such research is delicate, and while I am a scholar of no small reputation, I cannot afford to risk bodily harm to brigands, beasts, or… worse.

Therefore, I seek brave escorts to accompany me, ensure my safe passage, and assist in documenting the anomaly. Compensation will, of course, be rendered: 30 gold pieces and a fair share of any incidental discoveries.