The elf walking through the streets of Orussus in light green garb was unusually tall and heavyset for an elf; onlookers might guess he was part-human, although his features and his gait were characteristically elfin. The way he turned his head around, taking in the cityscape, revealed that the town was unfamiliar to him, although he still seemed relaxed. An eagle was flying overhead, doubling back repeatedly so as not to get too far ahead of the slower-moving pedestrian.
The elfin traveller stopped in front of a tavern and read the sign: Red Dragon Inn. This, he thought, would be a good place to stop for a minute. He held his hand out, beckoning the bird to land. Once the eagle was at ground level, the elf addressed him:
"Haisi, I think this is a place where elves, humans, and our humanoid kin gather to eat, drink and socialize. Unfortunately, I do not know if this city has such a place for birds. I will see if the owners here will allow you to join us. If not, will you wait for me? I promise we won't stay long in town.
Whatever the bird did was obviously interpreted as consent, because the half-elf opened the door to the Red Dragon Inn and walked in. He greeted the bartender: "Hello, good sir. I have travelled far, and need a good meal. I do not know what you folks in this part of the world like to eat, so I will just ask you to prepare a hearty and nourishment dish of your recommendation."
He paused before adding, "Also, I have a request. I have a friend waiting outside, because we are not sure if his kind are welcome in an establishment such as this. He is an eagle, and I would ask if I may invite him in? I realize that birds do not normally frequent establishments such as this one, and he will not be eating as he as already dined well today. But I do not wish him to get lonely while I eat, and I know I will enjoy my meal better with him at my side. I can assure you he is a very well-behaved bird.
Noticing the sign overhead, he then turns to the assembled patrons and says,
"My name is Jo Guilan. I am a friend of nature and a practitioner of nature's rites. I travel the world to meet more of nature's wondrous denizens.
If Joe gives the OK to bring the eagle in, Jo opens the door again. When his avian companion enters, Jo introduces him: "Everybody, meet Haisi, my best friend and travelling companion."