[quote=Tyki]
he finds himself easily able to avoid the traps with even the little caution he's displayed and soon finds himself in a room with a large creature made of skeletons sitting in the middle. the way behind him closes as he enters and the creature shifts, asking directly into his mind with a whisper "so child. what brings you to my domain? answer carefully, because one lie and i'll kill you". it seems to speak in an even tone, even as it says it will kill him, as if it doesn't care at all whether he lives or dies
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Stefan's eyes widen, and he works hard to bite back a scream. The closing off of the path does nothing to relieve his fear, but he realizes that there is nothing else to do but face whatever is in the room. Turning towards the creature, he places his hands on the hilt of the dagger in case he needs to defend himself. Shaking at the terrifying sight in front of him, it takes a moment for him to find his voice. "I...I came to help my sister...Sh-she's sick...a-and I need to become a knight s-so my parents can take care of her..."