Choose your own adventure:
a) you run away screaming
b) you approach and inquire what services are offered.
b) I approach and inquire what services are offered.
A) classically trained orchestral skull piper
B) artisanal skull whistle carving
C) SEO consulting for the occult
"What're ya buyin'?"
If I choose (A), does the piper become an inventory item or a companion in my quest?
A hired companion. +5 to all intimidation checks for as long as you can afford to pay them.