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« on: March 14, 2023, 10:43:38 am »
"The terrain in the Recess is rough and craggy. There's volcanic activity there, so be sure to bring cold drinks or other heatproofing methods. There are also several large crystal formations, and they're prone to cracking when subjected to impacts, so use this to your advantage." The Commander nods at Brynn. "Your large friend is right. Nergigante acts in the same role as our hunters, preying on monsters that get out of hand. Not to mention it's absurdly difficult to kill.
As for other wildlife, there isn't much of note. There's a Gajalaka tribe that makes their home there, which can be a nuisance, and the Barnos there are fairly aggressive, as are the Gastodon, but I doubt they pose an actual hazard to you.
When you're ready, we have wingdrakes prepared to carry you there."
Meanwhile, Newton is taken to some kind of wizened old scholar amidst piles of books. His stature and pointed ears suggest he isn't human. Newton is evaluated for a moment, and a brief exchange ensues, in which the scholar expresses how curious this new specimen is, and the hunter says where he got Newton. He's awarded what seems to be a fair sum of points, at which point the crow is placed in a large cage with some edible plant matter and a perch. He quickly discovers that the fittings are constructed such that inquisitive birds and the like would have a lot of difficulty breaking out, with very few actual joints in the construction.
"Well enough." She cleaves a log in two as if to prove her point. "Not a delicate little flower like that Artair seems to think. Or be, for that matter."
