☀️ Arselia and Akonia

"You're a good person..." Erephir looked at Triton, then glanced back at the application. "You know, I've had this happen before, when fate seemed to deliberately send people my way who were perfectly suited for the task, and I have the same feeling now. Strong will, former guard, soldier, archer..." "With a tragedy in his eyes, completely lost because of that incident in the chamber of horrors. I wonder if I looked the same when I lost my parents and mentor? Probably not. Redheads are heartless. I don't remember anymore, but I think I cried for two or three days, maybe a week at most, when I realized the situation, and then I calmed down." "I could tell you about the conditions, but in general, with your motivation, you're definitely a good fit for us. 320 rem a month, plus food, lodging, and bonuses... I think, given the current circumstances, this is just a formality, and I accept your application," the girl switched to boss mode. "Carnelian is a multi-tasking combat unit, that's what we're called, but to be specific, we don't want ordinary people to suffer. There are still many threats in Anush and Welferne, but the main thing we have to deal with right now is a mad dragon named Despair, [link to metaphorical quest]. This is confirmed information; the Dragon King himself confirmed that this creature is going to attack—it's unlikely that such a proud, ancient being as the King would lie." "However, we don't know the goal or the timeline, but we have an emergency plan that we will follow. Carnelian is going on a mission; we will split up to gather different pieces of the puzzle for our victory over the dragon: it's clear that we won't be able to defeat it easily. After the assignment, you will go to one of three countries to seek the blessing of an element, which will reduce the destructive power of the unstoppable reptile."