12-15-2020, 12:45 AM
He considered for a moment, flicking his cigarette out the window. A contemplative smile appeared on the orc's face as he thought about Levia's words, her situation.
"Mm. No, it makes sense. A strong spirit trapped in the wrong body. An...injustice of birth, if I"m hearing you right, if I'm understanding right. Correct me if I am not."
Arthak lit another cigarette it faded. His pale eyes glanced over to Levia.
"I am sorry. For the state of your kin. For all the complexities of my bloodline, family has always proven a source of solace. My uncle, my grandfather...my cousin. All have been sources of strength. I am sorry you were denied that. Kin should be there to allow you to find yourself, not to...make you an imposter in your own flesh."
He shrugged.
"But, you are strong, as I said. You clearly did not, and do not need the things I needed or need. As I said, you are not typical of the Shadowsword, and that is to your credit, Levia. Potent as they are with spell and blade, few among them are strong of spirit."
"Mm. No, it makes sense. A strong spirit trapped in the wrong body. An...injustice of birth, if I"m hearing you right, if I'm understanding right. Correct me if I am not."
Arthak lit another cigarette it faded. His pale eyes glanced over to Levia.
"I am sorry. For the state of your kin. For all the complexities of my bloodline, family has always proven a source of solace. My uncle, my grandfather...my cousin. All have been sources of strength. I am sorry you were denied that. Kin should be there to allow you to find yourself, not to...make you an imposter in your own flesh."
He shrugged.
"But, you are strong, as I said. You clearly did not, and do not need the things I needed or need. As I said, you are not typical of the Shadowsword, and that is to your credit, Levia. Potent as they are with spell and blade, few among them are strong of spirit."