Thread: Darkness Has Its Teachings (Athene & Alvis Alendran)

Rowena What's happening? Rowena, is it true? Are we really being invaded? What do we do?! All of these questions and more had been thrown at the Seer quicker than one could toss a stone at a thief. Her hands rose into the air as she tried to calm the crowd down. It wasn't an easy task, even less so when Rowena herself was a bit anxious. Scared even. But if they caught onto that, it'd lead to the exact panic the king had been so horrified of causing. It'd only make the death toll that much worse if they lost their logical sides and ran blindly away from Rowena's side. Even I can't honestly say what they're here for. Scathach has simply allowed me to see a few things about these newcomers. They definitely come here with anything but good intentions. It may be as simple as they just want treasure. Whether that's it or there's more ... I know not. Either way, let's not wait to find out. Come everyone, this way. Just in case anyone still had any doubts, the first of many screams and cries echoing throughout the air reassured everyone Rowena had been honest with them. Enough that now the women and children were running as quickly as they could, making damn sure not to fall behind. It would take a while. Thankfully, the head start against the incoming raiders would allow them to see their destination coming up. On top of a hill in the outskirts of their village was a cave that doubled as a grotto. Inside. Quickly, go, Rowena urgently dictated, beginning to guide everyone inside. What about you? a young child asked, looking up with concern to the Seer. Rowena merely smiled, patting the girl's shoulders. I need to stay behind. But why? I'm going to protect you all with a powerful charm. I need to stay nearby to ensure the spell remains in place. I'll hide, don't worry. It just won't be with you all. Now, go on. Follow your family inside. Once everyone gathered inside, Rowena leaned down, picked up a stray stick off the ground, and began carving an intricate circle into the dirt. Both the interior and exterior of the cave would have the symbol. This was Rowena's way of ensuring no one could enter or exit the hiding spot. O holy goddess Macha, this spell is devoted in your name. Closing her eyes, Rowena took a long, deep breath. Clasping her hands together, she began chanting under her breath. The circle glowed, getting brighter with each word that passed the Seer's lips. Ego vocare Et animas In fidem recipere Pax ex nox Omni malum apage te! As the chant finished, Rowena re-opened her eyes. The light from the circle had mostly died down. Enough to where it wouldn't light up again lest someone tried to pass through the barrier. Rowena smiled, mostly content with her work. ... Just in case, however, she took a moment to stay quiet. Her head turned as she listened, gauging how far away these men were from this area. When she was certain it was far enough, she looked back and did a quick test on her spell. She moved forward ... and felt herself lightly shoved back from her own spell. Good. This should hold then. Feeling much more at ease, Rowena looked around one more time, now seeking a place to hide away. With herself using up a considerable amount of energy to keep the spell intact, making herself invisible wouldn't be the best option. It was there, sure. But it would risk revealing where the other citizens were. That was something Rowena couldn't afford taking a chance with. So, even though it wasn't usually her forte, Rowena had to resort to something she didn't often do. She bent her knees and jumped up, grabbing onto a branch above her head. Slowly, she began pulling herself up, starting to climb up into a nearby tree and hide beneath the cover provided with all the leaves and various branches.