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Message: <blockquote data-quote="Carlo-One" data-source="post: 7898244" data-attributes="member: 7015827">Rahnee tapped a fingertip against pursed lips for a moment, and then sighed. "Aerikoth has the most to lose in this fight against the fiend. And because he can teleport, he is likely to be the last standing in case things go badly. I suggest that Aerikoth carry Moradin's gift."Brok-Tul nodded to Jokull, his expression almost sad. "Yeah, I can't say I wouldn't do any different. I sure went my own way when I heard my calling." Then, he turned, listening to Aerikoth and Rahnee. "Yep, I think Aerikoth should carry it. If anything goes too wrong, he can use his new Diminish-Door magic to escape.""I have such skill with the Art, that is true milady,“ Aerikoth stated as he turned his attention toward Rahnee, "but along with moving myself I have the power to move others with me as well when I do, so it is unlikely I would use my power to move just myself." The short wizard leaned back slightly in his chair as his unblinking gaze remained on Rahnee for a brief moment. He then turned to face Brok-Tul and continued in a voice that was as emotionless as the expression upon his features."I believe Brok-Tul should hold onto the item as he was a strong proponent in garnering the help of the Ironhelm dwarves to begin with, when I was not, and he is a follower of the deity of protection in these lands. Who better to protect such an important item until it is needed than him?" The wizard then tilted his head and looked back at Dwyvar, "Of course I would like a chance to study the item and perhaps make an effort to determine what it is capable of so we are better prepared when the time arrives to use it."Rahnee's head snapped up in surprise. "I never thought otherwise, Aerikoth! What I was trying to say . . . and obviously poorly . . . was that if someone needed to be able to escape instantly to keep Ashnakzeroth from overwhelming us totally, you would be that person!"Brok-Tul's level gaze met everyone else's, including the dwarf's, for a moment. "Hmm. I'm kinda the obvious choice, like you said. I don't like bein' obvious though if I can help it when carryin' somethin' this important. I guess you figured this out, Aerikoth, but I hoped you'd stay with us more often, if you also held the key to destroyin' this lich. I'll carry it safe and Helm will keep it well if we all agree."Dwyvar snorted, but smiled underneath his beard at the same time. "I never thought I'd be giving a precious piece of mithril to an orcblood, but it appears that you are the best choice to bear the gift. You are of course welcome to do with it what you will, it is yours to use." He placed the small box and its key in Brok-Tul's hand.With that, the dwarf rose from his seat. "I have completed my task here and will therefore turn in for the night. I depart in the morning to do other business for the clan. Perhaps I'll see you at breakfast, if you rise early enough. If not, may Moradin's hammer be your ally." By his attitude, he appeared to have said all he had to say.Rahnee stood and executed a graceful curtsey to the dwarf. "We are honored that the Clan has entrusted this to us. May the gods grant that we are successful." She smiled, a dimple denting one cheek. "And may your god keep you safe and return you to your clan in a timely manner!"Dwyvar replied, "You're a fine young lass, Lady Roaringhorn. I hope to see you in the clan halls after this is all finished." With that, the dwarf strode out of the room and walked down the corridor to the guest house exit, shutting the door behind him as he departed.</blockquote>

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