Who got stabbed in the back, and apparently survived the ordeal. Perhaps this kingdom was one where an infirm king wasn't allowed, and forced to make way for a younger, healthier ruler. Though he's reasonably sure Noctis is pretty young to be doing any kind of ruler-ing, he didn't really give Good Commander Vibes.
"From what I've been able to learn, a 'cleric' on this planet is an exceptional healer. Our .. patron might be able to weaken it further, and give you even more of a lead." And father, as well, obviously. But chances were high if family bonds were worth anything, it would be put to test on a younger subject first to see if it causes strain.
The approach to the faeries' territory draws his attention mostly away from Noctis and to the surrounding area, though he notes the limp. If push came to shove running might not be an option. He knows enough about fish to keep a distance from the water's edge, stream or river, to avoid a shadow scaring anything off, picking his way across stone and ground with careful quiet. "You have a good relationship with your sire?"
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"From what I've been able to learn, a 'cleric' on this planet is an exceptional healer. Our .. patron might be able to weaken it further, and give you even more of a lead." And father, as well, obviously. But chances were high if family bonds were worth anything, it would be put to test on a younger subject first to see if it causes strain.
The approach to the faeries' territory draws his attention mostly away from Noctis and to the surrounding area, though he notes the limp. If push came to shove running might not be an option. He knows enough about fish to keep a distance from the water's edge, stream or river, to avoid a shadow scaring anything off, picking his way across stone and ground with careful quiet. "You have a good relationship with your sire?"