Ruins of the Ridgeward Keep

After picking through the ruined watchrooms and abandoned quarters of a mountain keep, the party finds a modest assortment of supplies, coinable gems, and practical equipment left behind by garrison craftsmen and traders. A potion and healer's kit indicate an old garrison's efforts to tend the wounded. Smithing tools, an iron ingot with nails, and a small bundle of spikes show a workman's presence and will help the party repair or improvise gear. A polished agate and a small topaz are the most valuable tradable pieces here, and a battered ledger points to debts and contacts that could lead the party to further opportunities in nearby passes. Finally, a simple winter cloak and a sentimental ring reflect the keep's mountain character and provide useful comfort for the climb ahead.