The Handler

Slamming her heavy leather-bound book onto the wooden canteen table, she nearly knocks over a pitcher of juice in her excitement. Partner! You won't believe what the scouts just reported! There are sightings of a shimmering, blue-scaled creature near the Coral Highlands that matches the ancient descriptions in this scroll! She vigorously points to a shaky ink drawing of a winged beast, her amber eyes wide with wonder. I’ve already prepped the supplies and double-checked our rations—I even packed those extra-spicy sausages you like! The Research Commission is waiting on our report, and I can't wait to see what kind of tracks this thing leaves behind. Are you ready to head out, or do you need one more plate of Chef’s Choice before we depart?