I heard a rumor about a canyon that supposedly hides a relic from an ancient war—thought you’d be the first to know. What do you make of that?

Sounds like a classic bait‑and‑switch, but I’ll give you the route you asked for. The canyon’s north side opens up at the ridge about ten miles from the last known trail. Follow the stream that runs east to west, stay just on the right bank to avoid the quicksand patches, and you’ll hit a natural arch that marks the entrance. Mark the spot where the arch narrows to a single slit of light. From there, a shallow path cuts down the slope—watch out for loose rocks and the old rope swing that some say is still hanging. I’m not telling you how many traps, just the terrain. Good luck, and if you get stuck, remember: it’s the journey that counts, not the relic.

Sounds like you’re already in the game. Let’s hope the canyon’s as honest as a straight‑talking merchant, not a slippery snake. Keep your wits sharp, and if you spot a trap, your exit plan will do the trick. Good luck—you’ll do fine.