This was better. Talking, negotiating, could be confusing. Fighting was pure, uncomplicated.

Joan settled her shield on her forearm, closing her eyes for a moment. "Gods of my Father, aid us in this battle for good." She'd have liked to be able to name the god or gods she invoked, but she didn't know their names.

She began marching towards the four-legged demon. "I shall engage it in combat. If you can keep the hounds off my heels, I can take it down." It was hard to know how well-earned her confidence was, but they were about to find out.

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Casting Aid. Bijou, Ganiz and Jegger have +5 to HP bonus and +5 HP. Her plan is to compel it to duel her, and then smite it to death.