>>5459039Twice before you have bargained with strange powers, and succeeded in reaping the benefits they conferred. It is difficult to escape from the Lolthite mindset of trying to appease a fickle, voracious mistress whose dictates do not cease, though you are beginning to recognize the merits of acknowledging these less demanding gods. You may as well court the Icedawn's favor as well.
"Maybe I want to pray to Auril to protect me. How do I do this?" Raising an eyebrow, the Aurilian retrieves a bucket of water from behind the shrine. From it, she fishes out a chunk of ice the size of your fist, offering it to you while wearing the most smug expression you have ever beheld in your lifetime. "Take this," she states, indicating a mound of snow that has been deliberately piled nearby.
"Then, lay down there until the ice in your hands melts."
>This is absurd. I am not going to lay in a pile of snow and hold a piece of ice until it liquifies.>[Strength] Very well. I accept Auril's challenge. Heavens know why, but I will do as she says. 