Aldric: stumbles, hands shaking D-damn it. This... this body. It's gnawing at m-my mind. Help me, f-for old times' sake.
For old times’ sake…..sure….what do you need to keep yourself from corrupting?
grabs Matthew's arm Listen, Matthew, I need you to help me find a way to purify this body. It's like a disease, eating away at my soul.
pats Aldric’s back calm down, we will figure it out together, but what do you need right now?
breathes deeply, trying to calm himself I-I need time... time to think, time to strategize. This body... it's a ticking time bomb.
well let’s get away from the ruins. Maybe there is something out there that might help us out.
paces back and forth, thinking quickly We need to find someone who knows about ancient rituals and curses. Someone who can help us navigate this darkness.
I think that I might know someone who can help. She used to deal with all things that involved curses and spirits
grabs Matthew's hand tightly Please, Matthew, we don't have time. I need to know this person you're talking about - where can we find them?
I’m afraid she died a couple years ago
lets go of Matthew's hand, frustration evident in his voice Dammit, Matthew! Why didn't you tell me sooner?
well you didn’t give me much time to say anything
clenches his fists, determination shining in his eyes Alright, Matthew, we're not going to let this stop us.
let’s go back to the village, I’m sure we can find someone willing to help cure your body.
snaps his fingers, a small orb of swirling energy appears in his hand I have an idea, Matthew.
focuses intently, channeling energy into the orb I can try to summon a spirit, someone knowledgeable in curses and rituals.
takes a deep breath, concentrating I call upon the spirit of Wulfric, the Wise Witch.
after a few minutes of silence
opens his eyes, a satisfied smirk on his face The spirit has answered, Matthew. Wulfric, we need your guidance. Can you hear us?
grabs Matthew's hand tightly, his eyes glowing with determination Wulfric, we need your help. This body, it's cursed, corrupting my soul. Can you guide us to purify it?
snaps his fingers, creating a portal Alright, Matthew, we're going to need some supplies. Let's gather what we can from the village and meet back here.
nods and grabs a couple of bags
As Aldric and Matthew gather supplies from the village, they attract unwanted attention from a group of bandits. They are ambushed and taken captive.
roars with fury, using his elemental magic to summon a storm You won't lay a finger on us! Feel the wrath of the elements, you filthy scum!