>>5265845When you open your eyes, the screams have died down to shuddering sobs. You arms are held pinioned firmly by Unferth's cruel brigands - but your hands are still your own. Instead, you see Unferth has drawn his sword across the face of Tamlyn. You cannot meet her gaze through her gasps - there is a lot of blood.
The deer skull and its broken antlers lies shattered and useless, beyond your grasp.
The francisca throwing axe has been cast aside. You tried your best, but what can the strength of a child do against these cruel men?
With a serene expression, Unferth wipes his jewelled sword across the prostrate and bleeding Tamlyn's back. He says to you:
- A lesson King Unbidden taught me, long ago. What is given by The God Upon The Tree can be taken only by death... but what to do against those who do not fear death? You injure those they love! King Unbidden is so very wise! Now, your turn, brave warrior. Hold out your arm... your sword arm... keep it very still...
>(SONG) Write in what your words are to Unferth The Cruel. Choose carefully, for they may be your last.>(OATH) You have not the strength to defeat this evil foe. But you will fight to the end.>(WILD) You must call out to the forest... really believe. Did it help you before? You feel like this is your last chance... 