Sure thing—let’s keep the path straight to the north ridge, where the ground’s solid and the guards have nothing to chew on. Then, just before the old keep, drop a handful of noisy rocks off the eastern slope; the crunch will spark a quick chase. While they’re busy, toss a sparkling trinket into the river—its glow will lure a few patrols right into the water, and we’ll slip past the rest. Safe, chaotic, and a touch of mischief—just the mix you asked for.