[Sun Feb 19 13:05:22 2023] You say, 'Hail, Kejaan Kerrath'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:22 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'Ready for more, Shabu? I can tell you [more] about the kerran prophecy, or I could [educate] you on another concept I've learned over the years.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:27 2023] You say, 'Tell me more.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:27 2023] Kejaan Kerrath grins. 'I was hoping you'd say that. Storytelling is a meaningful part of kerran culture. Where did we leave off...? Ah, we were at the part in the story where the spirits [spoke] to the four kerrans.
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:29 2023] You say, 'What happened after they spoke?'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:30 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'The four kerrans gazed at Shir's image projected onto the moon. Kajek spoke first, saying, 'Shir, if you are as mighty as they say, then that land belongs to you. The spirits have said so. Karani, Shahar, and I will share the land currently under our paws.' They accepted the spirits' prophecy, and thus began the [splintering] of the four.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:31 2023] You say, 'Splintering?'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:31 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'Each of the four claimed a part of Odus. Kajek remained on the Stonebrunt Mountains. Shahar moved to the fruitful plains in the north. Karani lived on the coast. Shir was left with a rocky, barren stretch of land. Over time, most kerrans came to [live] within one of these clans.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:32 2023] You say, 'But the four did not live side-by-side?'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:32 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'No. The children of Kajek, Karani, Shahar, and Shir took over leading their respective clans. Each child hoped to be the 'Wise One' from the prophecy and thus become the leader of all kerrans. Their arrogance started wars that led to thousands of deaths. Their folly can [educate] us on a valuable lesson.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:33 2023] You say, 'Educate me.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:34 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'Kerrans believe that life is like a mirror; it reflects back what you put in front of it. Smile at the mirror and the world smiles back. Look upon it with anger, and you will see only anger. The enmity between the clan leaders was reflected in the [communities] they led. The kerrans were irate and exhausted. The joy was sapped from them.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:35 2023] You say, 'Could the communities recover?'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:35 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'Fortunately, all things can grow and heal if they are treated with care. Around this room, you may have noticed the sullen animal spirits. The years they've been trapped has left them shades of their former selves. Would you [cheer] them up? Remember: life is like a mirror. Show the world kindness, and it will return that emotion.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:36 2023] You say, 'I will cheer them up.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:36 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'Thank you, Shabu. Though these spirits do not speak common, actions can speak louder than words.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:05:39 2023] You have been assigned the task 'A Lesson in Healing'.
All steps received at once
1) Ease Airella's Cries 0/1
use /comfort
2) Quell Ralion's apprehension 0/1
use /calm
3) Soothe Veeras' loneliness 0/1
use /pat
4) Console Boyo 0/1
use /hug
5) Check in with Linola 0/1
use /wave
6) Relieve Zuura's boredom 0/1
use /dance
7) Find out what Mynosa wants 0/1
use /bow
[Sun Feb 19 13:18:56 2023] You say, 'Hail, Kejaan Kerrath'
[Sun Feb 19 13:18:56 2023] Your task 'A Lesson in Healing' has been updated.
[Sun Feb 19 13:18:56 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'The mood in this room has lightened up considerably! Thank you for treating the spirits with such kindness. I think the saying about mirrors rings true. Put positive energy into the world and the world reflects it back. There is one [extra thing] I hope you can help with.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:18:58 2023] You say, 'What is the extra thing?'
[Sun Feb 19 13:18:58 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'Some creatures in this cavern contribute only negative energy. I am thinking specifically of the spiders who live in the cave to my left. They're violent creatures who threaten to expand their webs through the entirety of Darklight Caverns if not kept in check. Could you [cull their population] a bit?'
[Sun Feb 19 13:19:01 2023] You say, 'I will cull their population.'
[Sun Feb 19 13:19:01 2023] Kejaan Kerrath clasps his hands together in joy. 'You are doing us a great service, Shabu. Come see me when you are done. There's one part left to my story.'
8) Kill 6 spiders 0/6
9) Speak again to Kejaan Kerrath
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] You say, 'Hail, Kejaan Kerrath'
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] Your task 'A Lesson in Healing' has been updated.
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] Kejaan Kerrath smiles warmly at you.
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] You receive 4 copper .
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] You receive 8 silver .
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] You receive 177 platinum .
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] You have gained 1 mercenary ability point(s)! You now have 7 mercenary ability point(s).
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] You have gained 25 ability point(s)! You now have 147 ability point(s).
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] You gain experience!
[Sun Feb 19 14:35:51 2023] Kejaan Kerrath says, 'You're strong, Hayate! Thank you for putting a stop to the spiders' growing nest, even if it's only a temporary solution. Rest here as much as you need, or let me know if you'd like another task.'
Edited, Feb 19th 2023 1:33pm by baketomato
Edited, Feb 19th 2023 2:36pm by baketomato