"Well that isn't ominous at all." She says in a sarcastic tone. Mia stands up and stretches, ready to go. "So, when do we leave?" She certainly doesn't seem happy to be here.
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"I've been around that area more than a few times." She rests against a wall. "But sure i'd like any more information we can get."
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"Here you are, Madam," said the chamberlain, Handing Mia a pair of rolled up scrolls, before scurrying back to his lords side. In response to her questioning stare, he continued, "This is all the information we have on the town of Ingnam, as well as a list of all those reported missing."
As Mia scanned the papers she had been handed, she found that the list of missing persons was indeed made up almost entirely of lone hunters, couriers, and the odd merchant. A shiver ran down her spine when she realized that some of them were people she had met before.
As Mia scanned the papers she had been handed, she found that the list of missing persons was indeed made up almost entirely of lone hunters, couriers, and the odd merchant. A shiver ran down her spine when she realized that some of them were people she had met before.
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"A list of people.... people who've gone missing around there." She says in a sad voice, she hadn't known any of these people very well besides just seeing them but the massive loss of life around there is staggering. "We have to go as soon as possible, before more are hurt." She passes the scrolls to the ranger.
"Yes, of course, you will be provided with provisions for the journey, and horses will be readied for you, but..."
"Are you certain you want to leave tonight?" Theodore cuts the chamberlain off. "It's pouring outside and the sun has already begun to set. I can provide you with rooms for the night if you prefer. You can get a full nights rest and a fresh start in the morning. After all, even under the best conditions, it's a four day ride from here to Ingnam."
"Are you certain you want to leave tonight?" Theodore cuts the chamberlain off. "It's pouring outside and the sun has already begun to set. I can provide you with rooms for the night if you prefer. You can get a full nights rest and a fresh start in the morning. After all, even under the best conditions, it's a four day ride from here to Ingnam."
"Very well, but we should leave as soon as possible." The disgruntled knight turns to the lord. "So, where are these rooms then?"
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"As much as I like the rain and darkness of night... you are probably right, my Lord. We wouldn't make much headway at this time, and if you be gracious enough to provide for us, I see no reason to not take you on your offer." She nods respectfully.
Cassy has been taking in all this information in silence. The pentagram made an her frown with uncharacteristic anger in her eyes. The list of people who have gone missing being simple lone travelers and hunters certainly didn't help her mood. But facts were facts, the rain was coming down hard and she leaving now would not be wise. "I am afraid I must agree, to leave in the rain would only put us and the horses and greater risk should the terrain become uneven. Though we should leave at first light."
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"Not the drawing it'self but the meaning behind it. A pentagram is a demonic sign and I will not abide by demons. They are foul, evil and cunning creatures who prey on mortals. They will use honeyed words to fool you into accepting their deals...then they steal your immortal soul, making you their slave for all eternity! The moon will not tolerate their taint...and neither will I."
She casually places a simple steel mace on the table next to a kite shield. Next is a large bag stuffed to the gills with rations and various traveling supplies. "I like to be prepared. I am also wearing a chainmail shirt under my robe. As for the most important piece." She reaches for the medallion hanging from her neck. One side is made of silver and designed to look like the moon, she then rotates it to show the other side made of gold and designed like the sun. "My celestial amulet, never go anywhere without it."
Elliana leaves for a brief moment and comes back with a well-kept bow and a few bundles of arrows, along with a spear and some general Adventurer's gear. "This is what I got, aside from the clothes off my back, but I don't feel I need to lay those on the table, right now." She gives a little chuckle at that. "Is there something special about the amulet, Castella? You know, like an enchantmant, or something. Or is it just a personal trinket?"
"Oh yes! It is very special! This amulet allows me to commune with the moon goddess! Without it I would not be able to receive her blessings. Every night I pray to her with this amulet clasped tightly between my hands. Without it...well, I would feel very naked!"
"To hide it would be an insult! If someone wants to take it from me I will not simply let them!" She sighs heavily while looking at her beloved amulet. "Then again, I would hate to attract the attention of thieves. I suppose I could put it under my robe."
She chucks and waves her hand dismissively. "I thank you for the defense, but he has a point. The celestial faith is not wide spread, so to many this would just be an expensive amulet made of gold and silver. I imagine it would sell rather well in most places. Best not to tempt thieves of an unknown land yes?"
"I am not surprised. the celestial faith is an old belief. Most have forgotten it by now. I think it was only my little village and maybe two others that had any faithful. That is fine though, the value is in the faith itself, not how well known you are. Do you hold faith in anything?"
"Perhaps to nature itself, but it's less about prayers, and more about respect. We live off the land, so we ought to take care of it, and be thankful for it's bounty. If not, we may exhaust it's resources and face drought or famine." She ponders for a moment. "But I don't know if there's any god or goddess involved in that."
"I am not sure. I give thanks to the sun for providing the light of life that every living thing needs to live. As for natures itself, I am unaware of its power. Maybe there is a great nature god or goddess, who am I to say? But the sun and the moon, that is a power I can see and feel every day and night."