The tower is the largest section of the castle. It contains an observatory for nighttime scouting, but is also used by the wise men to study the stars. Armed guardsmen are always to be found keeping watch.
Watchtower, Outside Tower
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I am a wise man who lives in the east. I know a lot about ancient, esoteric skills and knowledge. I spend all day pouring over texts and mediating on what I've learned, when I'm not busy experimenting with alchemy or the arts. I'm very serious and focused on my studies.
That is good to here. I've been experimenting with alchemy these past weeks.  Have any fruitful results?  A few. It is still in the early stages of my research That is good to hear. What is your aim with alchemy? Well what is the hope of any alchemist? I one day hope to create the elusive philosopher's stone That  is just a myth. You surely can't expect to make it. Well you never know. It could just be a myth because no one has managed to create one There have been many alchemists before you and none have succeeded. What makes you different? More determined I guess. Plus all it takes is one lucky person to get it just right Have you made any progress? Not a whole lot but I've only just gotten started truly working towards it. It will take time I believe Good luck my friend. These nights make me wonder if watchtowers are needed anymore.