Re: Myth Drannor - New Beginnings
The moment that the strange woman entered the bar, Kali knew that this was a person she had to speak with. The spark of interest overtook the boredom that had preoccupied her before. That spark became a flame when she saw the woman's face behind the face mask. Now there was a woman who had stories to tell. She picked up her drink and sat down on the barstool next the to woman. The woman gave Kali a suspicious side-eye and in response, Kali gave her her best winning smile that had worked countless times before.
"You look like a woman of the world and I would love to buy you your next round if you would be willing to kindly indulge my curiosity." The deeply scarred woman shook her head.
"Not going to happen. What do you actually want?"
Kali's smile grew even more.
"I am searching for a group of people who are adventurous enough to go into the ruins of the elves. You look like you might that kind of person." The woman roughly laughed at Kali.
"I might have been that person at one point in my life but I have no desire to go back there in any way, shape or form. You should really reconsider going in the first place, it is not a place for those who like living." Kali ordered another round for both of them.
"That's the problem, my dear. I have found life so dreadfully dull that throwing some death and destruction into the mix would be a welcome change. Forgive me, my manners are severely lacking at the moment. My name is Kali Xilrora." Karilla made an incredulous face at the name, but she did accept the offered drink.
"That sounds fake."
"That's because it is. Only an elf would know how preposterous it is, most others, humans mainly, think that my ancestors are from far off exotic lands. Adds to the mystery."
"You are very perplexing half-elf."
Kali beamed at her. "That is so kind of you to say. Hands down the best compliment I've gotten in a long time. Or, at least, one of the more creative ones beyond just grunting at me and asking how much I am for the night." Kali giggled to herself. "As if anyone here could afford me." After finishing her drink, Kali observed the woman with a warm curiosity. "If it is not too much to ask, I understand that you are now retired from the adventuring life. However, is there anyone in your group that you could introduce me to so that I can continue my slightly suicidal venture? As long as they are willing to have a new member, that is."
"I can make an introduction, but no promises."