The two guardsmen at the end of the hall seem unconcerned with Herik's passing and continue their conversation as he makes his way to the stairwell. Herik tries to listen in on their conversation, but cannot manage to tarry long enough to make out anything worthwhile. He curses the wind and makes his way up the steps to rejoin the group.
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Grumblejack laughs again, the mirth sounding somewhat out of place on his broken face.
Spirit talker killed many ogres and tin men. Who have you killed elf witch? Where is your power?
The ogre turns to Quiggly.
How about you little 'un? Or any of you. Why should Grumblejack believe you won't end up on pikes on the tin men's walls?
Grumblejacks arm sweeps to include Zelda, Rath, and Sam.