The trailhead to the forest is a dirt trail, dusty as it has not rained in a while. The overhang of the trees is luscious and green with only patches of sunlight beaming through the dense canopy. There are many large trees, some with arrows still stuck in their trunks. The trail is treacherous as it leads through the densest part of the forest, through a stream and to a well-hidden castle. Once inside the forest, the shade and canopy has provided plenty of opportunities for foliage to grow making it harder to follow.
The opening to the drawbridge of the castle, Trail
mage
knight
I am a knight who has taken a solemn oath to protect the royals. My family is of noble blood and has always been charged with caring for the royalty of the kingdom. I take pride in being a knight and the honor it brings my bloodline.
Good mage, will you take time to speak with me?  Sure, you have my time. What do you need, in your shining armor? Advice, good mage. I am sworn to protec the royal family and am proud of my duties but I fear treachery within the palace  Treachery from whom? I dare not speak a name, Sir  I see. If you fear treachery that may harm those you work for, what do you wish to do about it? I am fearful to speak, good Mage, for I do not know whom I can trust. But a man of magic such as yourself ..  My beard has grown with my wisdom, haha. I will assist you as much as I can. tell me, good mage, can you see anything in the stars?  Danger can be found anywhere you look. Ah, always the wise must speak in riddles!  The future is never as clear cut as it appears, free will must be taken into account