Now that they have the items assembled and the riddle of Taradon's Wager figured out, will the party perform the ritual? Saruman seems to think they should. To help them in their decision, Saruman sends out some prototype Uruk-hai with a Morgul Blade to .

The heroes crack the mysteries of Taradon, find the last of the items, and solve the mysteries of the "Wager." The question is, what will they do with that information?

The party is still finding their way through the catacombs of Orthanc. In this session they are on the verge of finding Taradon's shield, the embodiment of his "Wagers" diamond.

The group is in Isengard. Saruman informs the party that Taradon built Orthanc back in the Second Age. He then grants permission to search through Orthanc's catacombs to find the shield of Taradon and the last item of Taradon's Wager. 

Gildor Inglorion assembles the fellowship at the Prancing Pony. Meet the players and characters that will embark on this journey.