Pursuit of the Sun 1.2

Waldemar first glanced at the pedestal to see who was in the center—an "acquaintance" or a "stranger." Then he looked at the bums with axes and other types of weapons, gauging their appearance—whether they were completely f***ed zombies or if there were some glimmers of consciousness...

- Who are you, or what are you? - he asked the speaking creature...

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I wonder if the Mage Guild has a scenario prepared in case the player refuses to participate in the expedition...

Of course. Run straight to the slums. There are two women gathering an alternative "expedition" there...🤣