Spoiler: Yara
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Spoiler: OOC
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First round: you detect the presence of magic (n.b. full psionic-magic transparency rules apply).


The cowled figure turns its head, taking in the undead beings to each side.

"In life, they were the lost souls of this city, beggars and strays whom no-one will miss. In death, they are my servants and bodyguards. Consider it a compliment: you are skilled enough in your own arts to merit certain precautions.

"As for who I am... In Ganthar, we would say that names have power. I do not lightly give mine for the asking. For convenience, you may call me Shroud.

"I have asked you here because I have learned some little of what you are, and of whom you serve. It happens I have need of a competent, discrete ally who is reasonably immune to squeamishness."

He raises his hand to point one withered finger at you.

"More to the point, I know what it is that your Master seeks. I am prepared to give you information which will help you in your quest. But I have a price for doing so."