Thoma and Balund meet Ivan
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Balund nods slowly at Ivan's words. "I have been expecting you. The spirits whispered to me that you would be coming. They advised that I aid you in the tasks before you." Balunds kneels suddenly, and traces a series of strange runes in the dirt at his feet. Looking back up to considere Ivan, he continues. "As in all things, the spirits know best. I will provide you with what aid is in my power."
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