Singorn nods at the information given by Henk and Fumiko. "You have summarized the situation quite well. The Brotherhood of Night seeks to control the entire continent, creating an empire of its own behind thrones and in shadows. The Suuldaran have thus far been shielded by my watchful eye, but as the War grows more disturbing, and more dangerous, I cannot protect them from the Brotherhood's subtle machinations as well as I would like.
I also cannot dismiss the possibility that the Brotherhood is connected to the War, possibly even the source of it. They have long coveted my throne, and I cannot allow myself to be drawn out so easily again..." His eyes travel slowly over the mural, then back to the group.
"Some of you are my subjects, and the rest are from Suul. My intention is for the group of you to travel to the Suuldaran on my behalf, discover and turn back the influence of the Brotherhood, and attempt to determine if the Brotherhood is causing the War (or simply attempting to profit from it).
By your actions, not only will I continue my protection of the Suuldaran, but we will turn back the tide of the Brotherhood's advance, and I will be able to focus my attention more fully on the War.
I will not force this upon you; I have called you here to propose this mission, but I do not intend coercion. If you wish to leave, to go about your business, then I will not stop you. However, I can promise you that this Shadow War is far more serious than it seems from rumor and public conjecture, and that concerted effort is required to overcome the troubled times that I have foreseen. I hope you will agree to my leadership."