Collected Manuscripts
First approached Walks-In-Shadows, Lord of the Deep, showing the orphans grand dreams of their future. For the Boy saw himself a lord above men, ruling from a ornate tower. The Girl saw herself surrounded by family and friends, for she felt that lack most keenly.
Lleras, Lord of the Everlasting Flame, then gave them the gift of magic, that they may help themselves when the Pantheon had left. The Boy embraced Destruction, while the Girl took to the path of Illusion.
The spirit called Girtek, Lord of Nirn, gave goods past compare, bestowed on them artifacts to answer their prayer.
Moved by his fellows' generosity, the Fatespinner, Lord of Possibility, took the children aside —
— and offered them candy and riches beyond imagining.
The wise orphans demurred, for they sought a truer and more spiritual bounty. Impressed that ones so young had passed his test, the Fatespinner placed his highest blessing upon them, weaving long and fulfilled lives into their future and promising that they would find that for which they had searched.
Breaks-the-Chain, the Lord of Life, seeing the gifts of the other gods, provided what was still missing.
From nearby bushes and trees he fashioned a bow and quiver full of arrows- each flawless and beautiful, like the favored arms of a spriggan bowmaster- and a basket, spade, hatchet, and knife, all likewise magnificent despite being made of nothing but weeds and wood. These he gifted freely to the youths, that they might lavish themselves with their own gifts.
"When in doubt, seek the water," he spoke unto them, for this is the way to prosperity.
Krihrada, the Dwemer Lord, sought to grant the children further protection from harm, capable of warding off any threats which they could not repel themselves with the other gifts that had been bestowed upon them.h
She began to sing a haunting song - a song the children understood in their hearts as one wishing them protection and safety against the dangers of the world. At her divine behest, the nearby trees began to twist and reshape themselves before their very eyes. Forming into countless intricate parts, they floated through the air, assembling themselves into the appearance of a towering man made entirely from wood, equipped with a set of arms with which to keep the orphans from harm.
Then, Krihrada instructed her creation to stay by the children's side for all time, to shield them from any harm that may befall them, to fend off any evil that they may face in their lives, and to provide them with any knowledge they might seek about the world.
And finally, in the dark, words of power and of wisdom, words of courage and of hardiness were spoken by Rilfar, High King. The youths were cured of all their weariness and given courage and strength of character to push on through their hardship and become greater. An offer of eternal loyalty was given for loyalty received, that if the two should come to the holdings of the Pantheon once they were reclaimed, they would always find a home.
The two were overwhelmed by this generosity. They thanked the Pantheon for their gifts, and both proclaimed them as true Gods.
“We thank you for these boons you have granted, Mighty Ones. May your paths lead straight and true.
The Boy kneeled to Breaks-the-Chain, while the Girl bowed before Krihrada. Blessings gathered about them, the Orphans continued on their way, and the Pantheon continued on their path.
THE SWORD AT THE CENTER
The children were quickly ushered into shelter, and warm food and clothing quickly conjured for them. Once they were by a blazing fire, they asked their names.
“Hadvar,” the boy said around bites of venison.
“And I’m Astrid!” The girl said cheerfully, her mood brightening.
Walks-In-Shadow showed the orphans grand dreams of their future.
-He gave them what comfort he could, singing them songs and using his illusions to act out the stories.
"Where are you from young ones?"
“We are from a village, Varristead, in Falkreath Hold. Our parents were sick, and no one would take us. Our parents told us to go to our Uncle Rori in Whiterun, before they…” Hadvar replied.
Lleras gave them the gift of magic, that they may help themselves when the Pantheon had left.
Lleras taught the children an assortment of useful basic spells like Detect Magic, Detect Life, Dispel, Flare, Levitate, Magelight, and Open Very Easy Lock. (-1 Dominion)
With a little gift of power expended, once the children eat their fill, Llearas quickly taught them a variety of basic spells which they picked up quickly and easily, to their wonder and delight.
Girtek - Sword, doll, and providing the deerHadvar grinned at his new sword, giving it a few swings. Astrid clutched her repaired doll with delight, and quickly gave Girtek a hug.
“Thank you!” The both chimed. When asked if there was anything else that Girtek could provide, Hadvar asked that perhaps they could have some thicker clothing, and Astrid excitedly asked for a nice thick cloak with a hood so she could be both warm and sneaky.
Tiros- The Gift of ProphecyThe two orphans look at each other, and Tiros can see the determination and hope in their young eyes. They smile at the Khajit, “We will Tiros, we promise.”
Breaks-the-Chain - A powerful bow, and other survival equipmentWith tools in hand, they marvel at the workmanship. Hadvar fingers the bow. Though sized for a man grown, it draws back for him easily.
“It is a beautiful piece, thank you Breaks-the-Chain.”
Krihrada - Ahvardnbthar the Dwemer golemThe orphans stare and marvel at the sight of the golem, it’s strong features resembling that of Girtek. Hadvar and Astrid begin climbing over it, and Astrid asks if it could give her a piggy back ride.
“Of course, Miss Astrid.” It responds kindly.
Rilfar - InspirationAs the night came to end, and after they dreamed their sweet dreams of the future to keep them warm and confident. Rilfar came and with a hand on their shoulder the children felt inspired for the future, and with a few words they felt emboldened. A few tips on how to properly handle their weapons did not go amiss, either.
And so the children began to prepare to go on their path, the Pantheon prepared to go on theirs. The borders of Falkreath lay not even a day ahead by the Daedric horses they rode.
What is your plan approaching the Hold of Falkreath? There are about 7 villages around the Hold if you wish to not go to the main hold directly.
Also, is there anything else you wish to do with the orphans? If not, they will continue happily on their way. Well done!