[quote=Tyki]
"tell me. how religious is your home?" she asks evenly, looking like she's preparing for something as she loosens up, flexing her wings a bit
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The man's head sank. "Very." He seemed sad, and heaved a sigh. "I owe a lot to the church at Zeigsturhl. They saved my life, raised me as an orphan, taught me everything I know... especially mother Luna. They helped protect me and accepted me even though I was a cursed child." He looked at her, knowing she had no idea what curse he bore. "The magic that affects me is morbid. Humanely sacrificing me was considered in the beginning." he went on, changing the subject. "They are the order of holy knights and hunters that keep us humans safe. They run the city and share their protection with our surrounding neighbors. I once was a devout follower... but lately, I've never felt so abandoned."