Hey everyone. My group has just started running CotCT and only two session in, I may have already hit a small snag.
Learning that Vancaskerkin is in over his head and was simply trying to feed the citizens of Old Korosa (not having any idea that his "friends" were working side jobs doling out Soylent Green, Our urban ranger offers him a chance to redeem himself and allows him to escape via a rope from the second floor office knowing that in Korvosa treason is punishable by torture and execution; no appeal is allowed. The urban ranger had been duped at a young age and is clearly sympathetic. The ranger plans to meet up with Verik at a prearranged spot with an offer to assist him pay the act of kindness forward. The ranger feels that Verik (eventual cohort?) has more to offer the city than his life and Korvosa needs all the help she can get
Some of the group is upset that he would make this decision without consulting them but is willing to discuss the matter for resolution.
Our alchemist is not a big fan of the 17 year old batman-esque urban ranger and his blatant disregard for the law. He has indicated his intention (to me the gm) to track down Vancaskerkin and brink him to justice. At the same time, having only met the ranger just recently has taken it upon himself to teach him a lesson in respect (his character's pride is hurt) and sell out the ranger to Cressida.
I have just started to formulate ideas and options to allow some of this to occur without forcing my group on rail road tracks, but would prefer not to see a huge rift in the party before the game has really begun.
Our alchemist is new to gaming and I would rather not squash his first real attempt and role playing his character.
So..... that being said, after devouring all the boards and seeing the excellent contributions and feedback, I'm hoping some of you might have some great ideas. (if people still actively view this board. I know I'm a little late to jump on this adventure's bandwagon).
To help provide further insight, our group hangs out beyond the gaming table and everyone is having a great time thus far. There's no REAL hurt feelings.