While Uruz sated his curiosity about the workings of the giant bow, which had been mounted to the top of the fort and was worked by three men turning a wheel to pull it back, Thrud ordered that a carriage be made ready for them.#futharkvillage
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When Thurisaz inspected the horses themselves, however, he cursed under his breath. "Thor's wrath, it's a good thing Ehwaz can't see what they've done to these beasts. He would never allow our horses to be so badly starved as these."#futharkvillage
— Perseus Greenman (@futharkvillage) November 14, 2019
Despite Thurisaz's reservations about the horses, they entered the carriage and rode for Magni's palace. As they left, Thurisaz asked, "Thrud, why do you leave so many soldiers to guard a fort next to this river? We have seen no one else downstream."#futharkvillage
— Perseus Greenman (@futharkvillage) November 14, 2019
"The point is not to keep outsiders out, but to keep Modi's forces in Svartalfheim. If we can keep them from resupplying their troops, they will be unable to succeed in the giant-slaying contest."#futharkvillage
— Perseus Greenman (@futharkvillage) November 14, 2019
"Perhaps we can help," Uruz said. "Thur–" Thurisaz elbowed Uruz in the ribs.
— Perseus Greenman (@futharkvillage) November 14, 2019
"How goes the contest?" Thurisaz asked. "Does Magni lead or Modi?"
Thrud beamed. "Magni leads substantially. We have a larger force, and stronger troops, though Modi is bolder."#futharkvillage
But Thrud's countenance darkened as she said, "But with a seeress guiding them, Modi's forces will develop an advantage. Their boldness guided by her knowledge will not result in pleasant outcomes for their enemies."#futharkvillage
— Perseus Greenman (@futharkvillage) November 14, 2019
They rode in silence for a time. Looking out the window, Uruz ignored the sparse settlement and the large sculptures dotting the landscape, instead looking at the visibly rich iron deposits and the lava being used as a source of heat and power.#futharkvillage
— Perseus Greenman (@futharkvillage) November 14, 2019
Shortly, they arrived at a heavily fortified palace, with soldiers pacing their patrols atop of the wall. An honor guard surrounded them as the gates were opened and the carriage entered. #futharkvillage
— Perseus Greenman (@futharkvillage) November 14, 2019
His heart was put slightly at ease when he saw a dwarf off to the side carving something into the topmost step. This palace must be brand new, and they hadn't finished decorating it yet. #futharkvillage
— Perseus Greenman (@futharkvillage) November 14, 2019
As they approached the top of the stairs, a tall, red-haired man came out to greet them. His arms and shoulders were enormous. At his waist he wore a belt carved with runes, and on his hands he wore iron gauntlets.
— Perseus Greenman (@futharkvillage) November 14, 2019
"Welcome, friends! I am Magni Thorson."#futharkvillage