Active Orson's Feast: Communion

[Clyvelle]

Absence of an adversary did not cause Akim to drop his guard--though he was hopeful of the beast's demise. In the moments following the avian's apparent defeat at the hands of the bearkin monks, Akim had the second wave form a circle around the first wave. Those of the first wave, which had just released bolts at the avian, now bore a badly singed arm that hung limply at their sides. Once eyes were set in every direction, Akim began sending members of the first wave out in pairs to locate, defend, and escort the remaining survivors to the sanctuary as best they were able. Due to their proximity to the front of the line when the dark bird had appeared, Hathaway and company would be among the first to be reached.

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Ciu'nan
| Fae | Crusader |

Spoiler: Titles

[Crusader] - character is pursuing a dangerous goal that threatens to bring change to many and has already shed blood toward the cause. When their spirits are low, they will find the strength to persevere. When their morale is high, it will be as if [god] were on their side.

Ciu'nan looked around at the small group that had assembled. There was herself, Beni, as well as Wei, who was charged with getting them to the sanctuary, Beh'zig, who was cradling in his arms the body of his sickly mate, Anasi, and lastly, Hathaway, the priest that stood alone against the shadowy menace that now terrorized those traveling to the sanctuary.

Ciu'nan couldn't help but stare at Anasi. The form of the half-giantess lay limp and unmoving in Beh'zig's arms. Though she was obscured by a thick cloak that covered most of her, there was no sign of life from within....

Then beside her was the shivering form of Beni. Ciu'nan wrapped an arm around the rabbitkin--much to her protest. She pushed at Ciu'nan, even digging her tiny claws into her arms as she tried to pry the fae off her. This time, however, Ciu'nan did not relent to Beni's desire to be left alone.

"You're shivering! We're all wet and cold! Now stop being foolish and let me comfort you in what way I can!" Ciu'nan hissed at the stubborn girl, who eventually realized she was not strong enough to force Ciu'nan away.

Meanwhile, Wei would reassure Hathaway.

"Don't worry. Master Akim will do all he can for the stragglers. I imagine he'll be the last one inside the sanctuary knowing him. Still, it remains to be seen what this beast of a bird is looking to do. We've never had this much trouble during the feast...."

When the monks arrived, they would take stock of how big a group they were dealing with, as well as what injuries, if any, were present. Hathaway would note the marred state of their arms, which had thrown the bolts. A discerning individual might pick up on the traces of pain in their expressions, which were disciplined to minimize such displays.

"We'll wait here a moment longer, but prepare yourselves to move. Once we leave cover, we can't stop until we reach the sanctuary." said one monk as he peered around the side of the weathered column. As he spoke, a thin pillar of light appeared above the sanctuary. "It would seem the ritual has begun."