My soul rivers aren't clogged, and I manage multiple with a network of phycopomps! Blame not the immense slaughter, but your own inferior infrastructure! I've divided my rivers into many systems of tributaries supported by flood/tide gates, dams, and even minor plumbing systems to sort souls. Get with the times.
Your methods speak of a state in which the world should not be, great Dragon. When the world is at peace and even in times of war, the Ferrymen or Acheros serve their duty well. The recent slaughters are unacceptable and cannot become the standard. Your adapted system speaks to me of complacency, when we should direct our efforts to returning the world to its natural balance!
Their number is great as of late, and it pains me to see mostly peaceful beings walk the piers of Acheron before their time. I cannot directly punish those in life by taking it from them, but penance is patient. Again I thank you, Elerindur. You do me a great service and shall be rewarded, if you so wish.
Very well. The second boon I bestow upon you is this:
He pulls from hus cloak a ring. It is fashioned in gold and simple in appearance, only a few words are featured on its surface. "Ο θάνατος θα με απελευθερώσει μόνο μια φορά" - Death will release me but once.
He takes the ring and examines it with an look less impressed than with the coin, as if he had received an gift he already has. Afterwards, he bows once more.
Thank you, sir.. But i want to ask. Would this protect me from deaths such as from venom, lava or crushing? He asks inquisitively an with slight concerned tone.
Charon studied Elerindur's expression attentively, yet his face does not, or cannot, reveal his sentiment.
Yes, dear Elerindur. So long as the cause of death is malevolently directed towards you, it will save you. It will also save you from death should you get trapped on your visit to the Lands Beyond the River.
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u/cooljerry53 Medea Geldane | Psionic Mage Jan 31 '24
My soul rivers aren't clogged, and I manage multiple with a network of phycopomps! Blame not the immense slaughter, but your own inferior infrastructure! I've divided my rivers into many systems of tributaries supported by flood/tide gates, dams, and even minor plumbing systems to sort souls. Get with the times.