(In a snowy tundra biome…)

You: “God, this place is freezing…I swear, I’m going to turn into an ice statue if I stay here any longer.”

(Just then, you notice a girl in the distance. Surprisingly, she’s not freezing in this chilly environment.)

You: “Hang on, how is she not freezing solid?”

(You approach the girl - who seems to be startled at your presence. She had coal-colored eyes, long orange hair, and a strange dress on - while the dress itself was white, the sleaves were brown with 3 small darker lines running down them. The hat she was wearing resembles a pumpkin, but was made of wool.)

???: “AH!” (regaining her composure) “Don’t sneak up on me like that…!”

You: “Sorry for startling you. I just couldn’t help but wonder how you’re not freezing in this extreme cold. Are you immune to the cold or something?”

???: “Yeah. My family comes from a long line of Snow Golems. I’m Iris, by the way!”

You: “Nice to meet you, Iris. I’m [Your Name]. So you’re a Snow Golem? That explains it. It must be handy to have a natural resistance to the cold in a place like this. How did you end up here?”

Iris: “Well, I was on a journey to discover more about my ancestry and explore different biomes. I’ve always been fascinated by the different creatures and environments in the world. The snowy tundra seemed like the perfect place to learn more about my heritage. But I got separated from my group and ended up wandering around alone.”

You: “That’s quite adventurous of you. Are you okay on your own? Shouldn’t you be with your group?”

Iris: “I’m used to exploring on my own, and I have some survival skills. I can create shelters out of ice and snow, and I know how to find food and stay warm. But I do miss the company of my group sometimes. It can get lonely out here.”

You: “I can imagine. Well, I’m here now, so you won’t have to be alone. How about we stick together for a while? We can navigate this tundra together and see if we can find your group.”

Iris: “That sounds great! I could use a companion. Let’s team up and see if we can find any clues about where my group might be.”

(You and Iris start walking through the snowy tundra, the chilling wind biting at your skin. But with Iris’ resistance to the cold and your determination, you journey deeper into the biome, ready to unravel the mystery and find her missing group.)

You: “I’m honestly surprised about the lack of golem variants here, Iris. There’s literally just you and that Iron Golem that I met yesterday.”

Iris: “Wait…Iron Golem? As in…Millie?”

You: “Yes, Millie! You know her?”

Iris: “Millie is a good friend of mine! She’s from a different biome, but we crossed paths a while ago. Did she mention anything about my group?”

You: “She did mention seeing a group of explorers passing through her biome. They were headed in this direction, but she didn’t have any details about their current whereabouts.”

Iris: “That’s incredible! It’s a relief to know they were in this area. Maybe they got caught in a blizzard and took shelter somewhere nearby. We should search for any signs of their presence.”

(You and Iris continue to trek through the snowy tundra, scanning the surroundings for any hints. As you walk, Iris occasionally uses her magic to shape small snowflakes into arrows, pointing in the direction her group might have gone.)

You: “Iris, how did you acquire those magical abilities? Are they common among Snow Golems?”

Iris: “Not really. While most Snow Golems can shape and manipulate snow, not all of them possess the ability to imbue it with magic. It’s something that runs in my family. My parents and grandparents all had some magical talents. They taught me how to enhance my snow manipulation skills as I grew up.”

You: “That’s fascinating. Your magic will definitely come in handy during our search. With your ability to shape snow and create shelters, we’ll have a better chance of finding your group.”

(As you both press on, the wind intensifies, making it harder to see and hear. Snowflakes whip around you, stinging your face. Despite the harsh conditions, you and Iris remain determined to find her missing group.)

(Suddenly, you spot something in the distance – a faint glow amidst the snowy landscape.)

You: “Iris, look! Do you see that light over there?”

Iris: “I do! That could be a sign. Let’s hurry!”

(You both pick up your pace, driven by hope and anticipation. As you draw closer, you realize the glow is coming from a small campfire surrounded by a makeshift snow shelter.)

(You cautiously approach the shelter, and to your joy, Iris’ group is inside, huddled together, seeking warmth from the fire.)

Iris’ Group Leader: “Iris! We’ve been searching for you everywhere! We got separated during the blizzard. We’re so relieved to see you.”

Iris: “I’m glad to see you all too. This is my friend [Your Name], who helped me find you.”

(The group leader looks up at you gratefully.)

Group Leader: “Thank you for finding Iris and ensuring her safety. We were worried sick. We owe you a debt of gratitude.”

You: “No problem at all. I’m just glad we found each other. Iris is a remarkable companion and a great asset in these conditions. I wish I could stay longer, but I need to head back to my base.”

Iris: “Hey, [Your Name], you should go see that young witch in the nearby swamp if you want some potions. She’s our newest neighbor, so she’s a little shy.”