Hold a New Tournament


Reason: sponsored by an individual
Events: fencing, races, throwing (javelins, etc), archery and magical duels
Style: round robin / points-based
Length: over a week

Awards: first and second place
Top Prizes: small sums of money

Crowd: friendly
Betting: unofficial - tolerated
Other Entertainment: a storytelling contest and musical contest(s)


Competitors of interest:
The cheerful fighter who practices an usual style.
The nondescript mercenary who proves to be highly honoroble.
The menacing sorceror who will do anything to win.
The arrogant knight who has little practical skill.