Time for some ale!

{if game:bear_blessing > 0} By the time I found my way back to the inn, moonlight had embraced the ancient trees of Astranaar.{else}

Enough exploring, some ale wouldn’t hurt, I thought!

Moonlight embraced the ancient trees of Astranaar as we left the enchanted pond. {endif} Inside the inn, the dwarves had already made themselves at home, their laughter and hearty tales filling the room. I joined them, taking a seat amidst the kinship of their merry group. It was a moment of camaraderie which I hadn’t expected. The ale really did bring out the best in them.

Korant, always watchful, stood sentinel by my side. In his armored stature, he embodied a reassuring presence in this foreign land. Yet, as we raised our tankards in unison, I felt it would be only proper to invite him to join us.