According to Major Whirlwind, he opened the door for the stranger and received a powerful blow to the head with a thick book (!!!).
Regarding Nick312, I liked the version with City 312. But the story about Ulric doesn't quite fit. Therefore, execute Nick312.
Bow down and hear our cry,
Our earthly rulers falter,
Our people drift and die,
The walls of gold entomb us,
The swords of scorn divide,
Take not thy thunder from us,
Take away our pride.
G.K. Chesterton: English Hymnal