Chronic Awesome
Seems I'm a little late for this one
stressed Could I still possibly join?
ugh this one no... i'm sorry. They are poised to attack. But....
well.
I suppose that after they start attacking, he could show up as a traveler who just simply happens to be passing by. He could explain that he is part of a fighter's guild in another city and offer his assistance in taking out the obvious bandits.
You would probably not get full credit at the end of the quest, more like half since you joined so late. But that would have to be determined at the end of the quest.
But yes, okay. After they attack you may join. We also have have a new fun event he can join as well. =)