"The kingdom is beset by the return of the ichor. The Godless are prowling... and even now claim victims. We're in a sorry state and then some..." he smiled wryly as he seemed to stroke the scabbard affectionately, a twinge of nostalgia creeping out of his eye and staining his cheek. He turned to them now, a look of scrutiny upon his face.
"And what of you two? Why are you here in this godforsaken place?"