Episode 7.5: The Call of A Cleric

"'Where in the world are Velrisa and Taxi.'"

Episode Events
Taxi and Velrisa arrive at Vexen after their travels. They notice the three tiers to the city as they approach the first checkpoint at the first wall. At the checkpoint is an unknown creature, about four feet tall in height with an owl like face. Taxi and Velrisa stop, and talk with this creature managing the checkpoint. They tell it why they are in Vexen, and the owl creature hands them a small slip of white parchment which he says will allow them past the second checkpoint.

They make their way to the second checkpoint, giving a them access into the second section for 3 hours. They proceed past the citizens, getting weird looks as they pass. They approach a large, beautiful cathedral, and walk in. They are first greeted by a pandafolk, asking warmly how he can assist them. The pandafolk tell them Ander is on the third floor, and points them towards the staircase.

They proceed up the staircase, Velrisa immediately hears Ander's voice as she approaches. Taxi and Velrisa wait outside the room for a moment, Velrisa enjoying the nostalgia Ander's voice brings as he tells stories to whomever is with him. Velrisa awkwardly steps into the doorway, seeing Ander telling stories to 6 younger males. Velrisa notices a new development on Ander, a mechanical arm.

Ander notices Velrisa, greeting her. Ander explains he lost his arm traveling to Vexen when he encountered an unknown creature. Taxi now steps into the room, introducing himself. They all sit, Velrisa telling the story of her travels in the Great King's Wharf and beyond. Ander praises Velrisa, complimenting how she's grown as a person and who she has become.

Velrisa asks about her sibling, and Ander tells her that her sister was born with a disability and is unable to properly use her legs. Ander informs Taxi that Velrisa's parents believe she was born a tiefling due to spellcasting and magics, and therefore resent them. Ander also informs Taxi that he was the one who taught Velrisa cleric arts.

Taxi apologizes to Ander for endangering Velrisa multiple times. Ander stops him, asking him if he would die for Velrisa. When Taxi says yes, Ander tells him not to apologize for simply living his life.

Conversation comes to a close and Ander suggests they speak more in the morning, and Taxi and Velrisa retire for the night.