I have a question for people who have DMed Crimson Throne: I'm going to run Curse of the Crimson Throne, but my players prefer things to be fairly direct and succinct rather than having lots of side-quests. In chapter one, the characters meet Cressida, and then she sends them on a mission to deal with Vancaskerkin, and after that on a mission investigate the ambassador. As far as I can tell on a quick read, meeting Cressida in some way or other is important, but these particular missions could be eliminated. Is that right? Or in later chapters, does it turn out to be vital that the characters did these missions? I'm hoping those of your with experience can guide me. Thanks!
