Erthenia

Vaaon felt terrible. What happened to his new body will haunt his nightmares for the rest of his life. If he survives, that is.
- You have quite the imagination, old man. I thought I was the one with the twisted thoughts, - Vaaon joked, despite the dire situation he was in.

— And you're handling this better than I expected, - the sorcerer smirked. - It was a very interesting experiment for me... But I think you've learned your lesson, haven't you? No, don't think I'm going to lecture you: I've done so many evil things to people that your actions are just child's play. My point is different.

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Inflation, though.

No, it's the situation in the city that's affecting things.

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- I'll do everything I can. But I'll tell you right away that my priority is protecting the caravan.

— Tell me more about this caravan. By the way, if you have any unblessed equipment, you can ask a priest to bless it; he won't refuse a brother in faith. It's very useful in these parts.