special report from The Dread Lord Society:

"November 20, 2006

Today the Elder Dread Lord Mithrandir of the Dread Lord Society was found Dead near the City of Magincia. The only physical damage to the body was a single stab wound from a sword. It was noted by witnesses that the Body suffered from severe energy burns, likely stemming from a Paladin's Holy Light Spell.

The individual responsible for this crime is unknown at this time. If you have any information please contact Lord Judas Kiss or Lord Jen'ari Kessai.

Funeral Services have yet to be scheduled."

-as posted by Ian McBeth editor of Dread News Network

News on the Investigation from Jen'ari Kessai.

It seems that after speaking with a witness to the murder, that led to a search of a room in the Inn at Magincia, the Name of the Foul Murderer and his schedule were found.

The Murderer appeared at a Meeting of the High Council a short time later demanding the he be paid the bounty for Killing Lord Mithrandir.

After the Council denied posting said bounty, the suspect fled the scene on foot.

After a chase, the Suspect was captured an taken into custody.

During Questioning the location of the Murder and other details were gained, but as of yet they have not been released.

The Suspect was executed shortly thereafter.