A yard in a shape of a circle is surrounded by sad, dried down trees, long ago have they died and give no sign of life. The ground in the middle is apparently not producing any fresh grass, all that can be found there is a bunch of rocks here and there. There is many barrels laying on the ground, all bearing signs of passed time on them, broken and useless. There is an  air of mystery surrounding the place and a smell so unpleasant no one dares to wander around this place.
the acid yard, Outside Castle
chef
spider
I am a tiny spider that likes spinning webs in the corners of the kitchen. I catch tasty flies and other insects and turn them into meals. If someone destroys my web, I just build another one.
why i meant you no harm someone of your size attacking poor little me you should be ashamed or yourself I came to look for herbs, not insects! Shoo! well you are not likely to find many herbs in this barren place I figured that out by now, thanks. Any idea which direction I can find somewhere a little less... dead, as far as plants go? o now you want my help  There's something in it for you. I know where there's plenty of fresh, juicy flies. well now you are talking my language i think there is far greener pastures on the other side of the acid pits but be careful Okay, okay... which side of the acid pits? Don't want to risk my life for a few herbs and spices, if you know what I mean. well to tiny little me they seem to stretch for miles but i think if you head north you should make it through pretty quickly or fall in and remain forever Okay, north... I'll need to grab a compass or something, way too much risk to just guess it. Okay, you want to know where the flies are? i think there will be plenty over your body when you fall in the pits WOW. Okay. I was going to share a little secret with you, but not anymore.