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The Fourth of Covaris, 468th Year of the Empire
Dear Culinary Explorers,
The time has come. We stand but mere steps outside the lair of the dragon. The heat is nigh unbearable as is the stench of sulfur that stings every breath. At this depth, the cave walls glow with some moist luminescent covering that we have discovered to be edible. This was a pleasant surprise and a welcome boon for us as we faced the coming battle.
Readers, in spite of what lies ahead, I have confidence in my companions.
They each prepare in different ways for the coming battle.
Aliasbe… allow me to paint a picture of our indomitable fighter- she meticulously inspects her armor. I questioned how such sparse armor would offer protection and was answered by a grunt and a leveling of one of her twin blades. Ah, her blades gleamed in the soft glow of the cave walls. As well they should, she spent hours sharpening them against her whet stone. She checks and rechecks her quiver and bow string. If not Dathor's axe that will fell the beast, it will be Aliasbe's deadly arrows. Aliasbe embodies the spirit of a warrior destined for victory.
My good friend Selenar prepares with a prayer to Meher. After invoking a divine blessing upon us, they don celestial hued robes adorned with the markings of Meher. Selenar's staff glows with the power of Meher. I am confident their faith and skill will bring us through alive.
Now, on to Ishael. She stands before us, diminutive in stature, but with an infectious energy that grabs hold of us all- even Aliasbe. With her honeyed voice, Ishael spins tales of valor and adventure, and some rather saucy romps that I am unconvinced are only yarns. Her songs lift our spirits and grab hold of our hearts and minds. In that darkened cavern, she shone like a beacon of hope.
Finally, there's Dathor. Our fearless leader. He is constantly prepared. His armor fastened and sword ready at all moments. He stands in silent repose before a patch of the glowing cave wall. The flickering blue and green cast dancing colors on his runic armor while he casts a silhouette of resolute spirit and fearless will. We find solace in his leadership.
I am humbled by the presence of my companions. I know we face a foe unlike any other, but each of us is prepared to do whatever it takes to slay the dragon.
Hopefully by tomorrow, I will have an update for you my faithful patrons and we will be on our way back to the Frumpy Pony with a horde of riches and fresh dragon meat.
I will leave you with an addition to our evening meal tonight. As I mentioned, the glowing covering proved to be edible. Ishael had knowledge of such things (I only wish she had been there to help when I was foraging mushrooms). It has a musky sweet taste that danced on our taste buds. It was quite simple to prepare. We cooked it over a small fire and I added spices from my pouch.
Here is a full recipe-
Hathor and Ishael's Sticky Sweet Cave Scrapings-
Ingredients:
- Cave wall scrapings (edible luminescent covering)
- Spices from my pouch (I personally used nutmeg)
Instructions:
1. Collect a sufficient amount of cave wall scrapings, making sure they are clean and free from any debris.
2. Place the cave wall scrapings in a cooking iron or clay bowl.
3. Sprinkle the desired amount of spices over the cave wall scrapings, adjusting the quantity to suit your taste.
4. Prepare a fire and let it burn down to embers.
5. Carefully place the container with the cave wall scrapings and spices over the embers, ensuring it is stable and secure.
6. Allow the mixture to heat slowly, using the residual heat from the embers. Stir occasionally to evenly distribute the spices.
7. Continuously monitor and adjust the heat, ensuring the mixture doesn't burn or overcook. The goal is to warm the cave wall scrapings and infuse them with the flavors of the spices.
8. Once the cave wall scrapings have softened and become sticky, remove the bowl or container from the embers.
9. Let the Sticky Sweet Cave Slime cool slightly before serving.
10. Enjoy this unique and otherworldly treat with your companions.
Note: The specific proportions of cave wall scrapings and spices can be adjusted to personal preference. Also, unless you travel with someone as experienced as Ishael, you might want to pass on eating glowing goo from a cave wall.
Yours Adventurously,
Hathor Rophine
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