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Upon returning home, Ghenza takes out the little figurine and the three-headed dog, and alternately considers which one would look better on the nightstand.
- I found a friend for you, - he shows the dog to Shiris and her Doberman. - Or is it you after all?
Taking the little figurine in two fingers and looking at it closely, the guy snaps his fingers:
- Holy moly! Khassanich! - It was at this lighting, in his hometown, that he finally realized what had drawn him to this figurine - it was a perfect likeness of his former buddy from the "Sand Dogs"!
He didn't wear that outfit or have that hairstyle, or even that beard, but that unwavering gaze under furrowed brows was exactly the same. That very gaze that evoked wild fury, but also reluctant respect from representatives of other gangs, due to its stubbornness, a sense of complete infallibility, and the ability to go to the end in any, even the most desperate situation, without any compromises, even if it meant breaking down a wall with his head. Although he wasn't particularly cunning, as the streets demanded, he put dignity and soul into everything he did, and that's what made him a person you wanted to follow.
Ghenza would also like to have that gaze, but being naturally handsome, he never managed to achieve the same impact. And yet...
For the next half hour, he stands in front of the mirror, trying again to replicate on his own face what he felt in his memories. The buddy is no longer in the world of the living, so someone has to pick up the banner.

Having achieved a result that was not yet perfect, but somewhat satisfactory, he decisively places the dog on the nightstand, and the old man returns to his inventory - as a talisman.
- Now it's your turn, beauty, - he pulls out the "defective Shiris" from his jacket pocket. - Something didn't appeal to the Holy One, but in my opinion, it's top-notch. I won't argue with her, she knows more about these things than I do, but you know, it's impossible to measure everything with numbers, even luck is a chance, on top of all the calculations. Remember, she had something with her sister? It's the same story. I think it would be even sadder if you stayed gathering dust under the curtain. Do you agree? - he asks the Doberman and its owner, but of course, he receives no answer. - I'm sure we'll get along.
Having installed the "unique Shiris," as he called her to himself, and "juiciness" to boot, he realized that his home had suddenly become completely overgrown with bellies, hips, and dogs. Future chroniclers, who will analyze the biography of the Onkai butcher, will surely add this quirk, as well as the fact that he talks to decorations and inanimate objects, to the corresponding dossier. For some reason, this absurd thought amused him, and he decided to give the paper-pushers an extra treat by "officially" naming the nameless katana the "stained blade" - it had finally earned its name, albeit not in the way he had intended. He was sure that he would have to get his hands dirty with dubious deeds in the name of the common good more than once, but he didn't expect anything else from this guild, or from life in general, and this duality between the first and second slots seemed poetic to him.
- Well, as for you... - his hand stroked the hilt of the one and only masterpiece by the great sensei. - I promised you a bag of heads, and you will get it.

"Smile" goes into the first slot, the accessory is swapped for a ruby ring, so that the leading hand matches it in status.

and may make a couple of purchases in the background, but that needs to be thought about

Sughukh peppers on the hands and a pair of sneakers on the other. I could even pick up a bento box along the way (and not get poisoned by it)?

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Eight of them went through this procedure without any problems, but Jack was not allowed into Calcite - first, they tried to make him take off his mask, and when it became clear that it could not be removed and, moreover, in the photo in the documents, he was without it, he had to get off the train. It was not possible to see what emotions he had at that moment because of the same mask, but before he left the transport, Zenus whispered something encouraging to him.

- I don't know what he was thinking, - Ghenza casually comments to his friends, sprawled out, taking up an entire seat and putting one leg over the other. - We'll have to act with a reduced team, the reconnaissance moment is complicated, so you will be my eyes, - his ring finger points to Zumi. - We'll manage, but be more careful.
If his colleagues looked closely at his face, they might think that in these week and a half, it had become about ten years closer to the age indicated in his fake passport - under a certain angle of lighting. The sparks of naive youthful carelessness had faded, giving way to something more predatory, perhaps even with barely perceptible notes of madness, however, steelily restrained; although his external behavior retained all the same relaxed self-confidence.

Stepping onto the thin, half-sandy ground and inhaling the extraordinary aromas of Calcite, Zibaba grimaced at the sensation.
- We need to figure out where to look for the object. She doesn't look very local, her face is too soft. And for a foreigner, I see two options here - "guest of honor," or being in someone's harem. Both will be found where the fat wallets spend their time - the citadel. But first, let's take a look around.
He skeptically looks at the people who don't fit into Calcite.
- Okay, so. Zeno - you have an important task to run to the church and get into the gear, the few general phrases that I said along the way will be enough for that. Keep your eyes open, it is possible that she may be connected to the church in some way, - he glances at the eight out of ten attractiveness nearby. - I won't let you go alone in this hole. Come with me to the flower shop, then we'll all meet at the lighthouse.

SP: 4 (5)

Looks like 5 (6)
Talisman in another

Erika decided to visit the equipment store before the tournament, first checking the transport schedule.

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Skeptically looks at the crowd, who can't handle the Calcite challenge.

Erika can help with the straps if needed...

There were several noteworthy things in the Beacon of the South.

Memorial of the Calcite Monarchs
A stone monument on which the names of the monarchs of this state were carved; the last name was Akkad Babbar sin Zababa mer Lahar.

Memorial of the City Lords

A stone monument on which the names of the rulers of Calcite cities were carved; like the previous one, it had not been updated for many years.

Altar of Nammu Ai
Here one can adopt a conviction (requirement: sacrifice 300 rem) and pray.

Altar of Shiris
Here one can adopt a conviction and pray.

Altar of Nanaya
Here one can adopt a conviction and pray.

Baldr's School
A hall in which it is presumed that some ancient techniques can be mastered.

🐱🐲: Oh, Baldr's school is your favorite.
🎪🏹: It's not ours... It was your idea. We don't care.
⛓️♿: But there were some interesting moments in it... It would be cool if you could solidify our abilities.
🐱🐲: I'm working on it, you know. But I'm a little disappointed that it didn't become a Carnelian school.
⛓️♿: And that's fine. I can imagine Gion's path: millions of traumas...
🎪🏹: I'm afraid to imagine Beata's path...
🐱🐲: Well, I couldn't make you a female Rzhevsky or Nysho 2.0, so relax.

Memorial to the Monarchs of Calcite
A stone monument on which the names of the monarchs of this state were carved; the last name was Akkad Babbar syn Zababa mer Lahar.

Ushumgallu nodded approvingly at the inscription – at least somewhere the poor fellow was recorded for posterity. His father never managed to conquer Calcite, and there’s no point in even mentioning Felicia, so this was fair.

Memorial to the Rulers of Cities
A stone monument on which the names of the rulers of Calcite cities were carved; like the previous one, it had not been updated for many years.

He needs to make sure that in Barsin – Kingaludd, and also check the latest rulers in other cities.

🐱🐲: Oh yes, I forgot to make a joke. Why does Ushumgallu love sand? It's hard, rough, and gets everywhere. Anakin Skywalker wouldn't approve.

- What is this petition? - Ferus inquired.

The stranger briefly describes what it entails.

A stranger briefly describes what it is.

- Hmm, haven't you thought about splitting the petition into two separate ones or something like that? - Ferus inquired. - I mean, it's easier to collect signatures for some of them than for others. The last point seems extremely unrealistic to me.

- Yes, I understand, you just want to be alone with Sisiandra and earn some points. Don't worry, Jack will catch up with us soon. I think now is the time to reveal our trump card. Remember the region map? Well, to the southeast of here, there's a secret tunnel that runs under the walls of Asuguth. Akkad Babbar secretly built it to attack our country, but now few people know about it, and as a result, it's not guarded. It was planned to be our escape route after we achieved our objective, but since things have turned out this way, we have to use it sooner.

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Before the tournament, Erika decided to first visit the equipment shop, after reviewing the transport schedule.

The train ran to Sizki every day. Departure time - 10:00 PM

The equipment shop was an unremarkable-looking building with an equally unremarkable salesperson. The items on the shelves were as follows:

Desert Boots
Protects against the quicksand effect.
80 gold

Magic Cloak
Protects against the sandstorm effect.
Shoulders.
50 gold

Smoke Bomb
Allows you to avoid a battle with desert bandits (1 time).
Other.
80 gold

Sound Bomb
Allows you to avoid a battle with desert monsters (1 time).
Other.
80 gold

Snake Ring
Immunity to poison.
Accessory.
160 gold

Talisman of Light
When the character's health drops to zero, the talisman is consumed. After that, the health is fully restored.
Other.
250 gold

Talisman of the Sky
Resets the first spell applied to the character. Works 1 time.
Other.
180 gold.

Talisman of the Earth
Resets the first attack applied to the character. Works 1 time.
Other.
180 gold.

Desert Armor
+15 to defense
+10% to fire resistance
+5% to dodge in the desert.
+3 to will saves in the desert.
180 gold Flask of Healing Water
Restores the character's health out of combat.
Three uses.
100 gold.

Flask of Restorative Water
Restores 100 health to yourself or an ally on an adjacent square.
Three uses.
Other.
150 gold.

Flask of Cleansing Water
Removes negative effects from yourself or an ally on an adjacent square.
Three uses.
Other.
75 gold.

After examining the goods, Erika decided not to buy anything for now and headed towards the beacon of the south.

We need to make sure that Barsina has Kingaludda, and also check the latest updates for other cities.

Neft - Zizius III
Kairi - Zinobis
Saria - (unclear)
Rapi - Xenos
Karin - Diadria
Serri - Kusarikku
Shina - Ginza
Shakal - Liiazor
Barsina - Kingaludda
Ixaba - Gnev
Ramulus - (unclear)
Kafka - (unclear)
Kier - Phyr
Ravshan - Iisher XI

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After inspecting the goods, Erika decided not to buy anything yet and headed to the southern beacon.

There, she meets Ushumgalla, and they travel together on the same train.

- Do these Calcite creatures ever have names that aren't ridiculous? - the question was rhetorical, because he knew at least two such names himself. - So, let's assume that our joker will implement this plan, and at the same time, he'll scout around to see what's what, so we don't go in there blindly. We need to do some preliminary work, as befits worthy visitors. I'm sure the local nuns will scatter across the floor as soon as you give them a couple of smiles. But don't overdo it, and especially, we shouldn't show ourselves too early.
Sisiandre:
- Stay close to me, so they see that you're not their prey. Let's go, team.

There, she meets Ushumgall, and they travel together on the same train.

Erika greeted her "old acquaintance" and, at the same time, a likely opponent in the tournament, carefully examined the inscriptions on both memorials, and went to the "Baldr School" hall.

Ushumgallu, with respect and gratitude to the stonemason, touched the memorial. Everything was correct: there would be no Felicius, no Edanak on these ancient monuments. Now, he could take a look at what Baldr's school was like.