1804 Time for a Change (Part 2)

"Our elders and representative can help Aalejah, of course, but they are also our most powerful warriors so they are bound to be often in the field whereas she can hold the control room on her own." Athung said.

Elves had an ill reputation and few trusted them, but desperate times called for desperate measures. Also, once Athung vouched for Aalejah and Raagu for Athung, the matter was solved.

"Do I have your word that Lith will craft something decent for her in exchange for the knowledge I'll impart Tista?" Athung asked Phloria.

Everyone knew of his deal with Salaark and of the existence of the Sage Staff that he constantly improved. Athung knew many Forgemasters way more skilled than Lith, but she couldn't afford them nor to lose the staff due to a mistake.