the surface. At night Vathari women were brought to him, twice Bahia had been the one summoned. At first he was unsure of the situation but it quickly grew commonplace and lately he gave it little thought
“I think I would like to start my own school of magic when I return to Farlan. If the queen won’t agree to it I know her daughter will once she takes the throne. And to start I will need copies of some of these books , as well as make some of my own.” Thad said watching Sae-Thae for any hints to his thoughts on the subject.
“That is a noble idea but if you chain yourself to a government you know your students will one day be used for war. That is the way of the world; people in power use everything available to them in attempts to grab more power. It might not be even while you’re alive, but someday, those mages will become the tools of men greedy for power. Then there is the Brotherhood, do you think they will allow you to set up a school that goes against their very nature? They will seek to destroy you and everyone who has ever heard of you.” Sae-Thae said as if it was a simple fact.
“I know you speak the truth friend , but I will not allow the Brotherhood to stop me. It is past time that mages sttod firm instead of hiding and cowering from the likes of the Brotherhood. In the past the brotherhood had a whole empire at their call, now they work in the shadows, and if they do bring an army to my doorstep I will not shy away, I will bring everything I have down upon them.” Thad said vehemently.
Sae-Thae smiled as he often did whenever Thad showed any desire to fight. “I swear you should have been born my brother. If a time comes when you have this school of yours I will find a way to get the books to you. I shall also petition the priestess to talk to our god and see if we cannot pledge warriors to your cause. There is no Vathari alive who does not wish to see the Brotherhood wiped from the face of all lands. They are a blight, one that needs to end before the word crumbles around our feet.”
“If a time comes when I need the finest warriors I will call on you brother.” Thad said smiling at Sae-Thae.
“We have found the books that will be the most use to you, and I have taught you all that can really be taught. I fear the time for our parting is soon at hand brother. Today we can escape this dust cell of a library and enjoy the town. The people of Xi’han had heard of your arrival but most are starting to disbelieve the rumors as you have not stepped foot outside since you have arrived. Tomorrow I will arrange for you to undergo the rite of blessing. Within a fortnight you shall be back on your way to play with the overly serious dwarves.” Sae-Thae said as he thumped Thad hard on the back.
His friend was right he had spent too much of his time cooped up simply reading. What was the point of adventuring if one didn’t take the time to explore what was around him? You could learn a lot from a book, but some things had to be found out on your own.
Sae-Thae took Thad first to the Warrior’s Hall a large set of barracks surrounding a large open area where warriors fought and trained for coming battles. Thad and Sae-Thae sat and enjoyed a few matches before a large and brutish looking Vathari warrior called out to him. “Little human, have you come to just watch, or would you like to try that little blade out against a real warrior?”
Sae-Thae nudged him with his elbow. “You should take him up on his offer. We have excellent healers so in the off chance he wins they will take good care of you.”
Thad knew by the way his friend was talking he didn’t mean the healers would simple take care of his wounds. If nothing else he had learned the Vathari were very open about their women and the pleasure they could bring. Shrugging his shoulders Thad stood from his seat and made the slow walk to the area below to the cheers of the many spectators.
Thad circled around his opponent his sword drawn
“I think I would like to start my own school of magic when I return to Farlan. If the queen won’t agree to it I know her daughter will once she takes the throne. And to start I will need copies of some of these books , as well as make some of my own.” Thad said watching Sae-Thae for any hints to his thoughts on the subject.
“That is a noble idea but if you chain yourself to a government you know your students will one day be used for war. That is the way of the world; people in power use everything available to them in attempts to grab more power. It might not be even while you’re alive, but someday, those mages will become the tools of men greedy for power. Then there is the Brotherhood, do you think they will allow you to set up a school that goes against their very nature? They will seek to destroy you and everyone who has ever heard of you.” Sae-Thae said as if it was a simple fact.
“I know you speak the truth friend , but I will not allow the Brotherhood to stop me. It is past time that mages sttod firm instead of hiding and cowering from the likes of the Brotherhood. In the past the brotherhood had a whole empire at their call, now they work in the shadows, and if they do bring an army to my doorstep I will not shy away, I will bring everything I have down upon them.” Thad said vehemently.
Sae-Thae smiled as he often did whenever Thad showed any desire to fight. “I swear you should have been born my brother. If a time comes when you have this school of yours I will find a way to get the books to you. I shall also petition the priestess to talk to our god and see if we cannot pledge warriors to your cause. There is no Vathari alive who does not wish to see the Brotherhood wiped from the face of all lands. They are a blight, one that needs to end before the word crumbles around our feet.”
“If a time comes when I need the finest warriors I will call on you brother.” Thad said smiling at Sae-Thae.
“We have found the books that will be the most use to you, and I have taught you all that can really be taught. I fear the time for our parting is soon at hand brother. Today we can escape this dust cell of a library and enjoy the town. The people of Xi’han had heard of your arrival but most are starting to disbelieve the rumors as you have not stepped foot outside since you have arrived. Tomorrow I will arrange for you to undergo the rite of blessing. Within a fortnight you shall be back on your way to play with the overly serious dwarves.” Sae-Thae said as he thumped Thad hard on the back.
His friend was right he had spent too much of his time cooped up simply reading. What was the point of adventuring if one didn’t take the time to explore what was around him? You could learn a lot from a book, but some things had to be found out on your own.
Sae-Thae took Thad first to the Warrior’s Hall a large set of barracks surrounding a large open area where warriors fought and trained for coming battles. Thad and Sae-Thae sat and enjoyed a few matches before a large and brutish looking Vathari warrior called out to him. “Little human, have you come to just watch, or would you like to try that little blade out against a real warrior?”
Sae-Thae nudged him with his elbow. “You should take him up on his offer. We have excellent healers so in the off chance he wins they will take good care of you.”
Thad knew by the way his friend was talking he didn’t mean the healers would simple take care of his wounds. If nothing else he had learned the Vathari were very open about their women and the pleasure they could bring. Shrugging his shoulders Thad stood from his seat and made the slow walk to the area below to the cheers of the many spectators.
Thad circled around his opponent his sword drawn
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