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"Oba is a lot of long trips, those that can be a bit on the dangerous side if you don't go about it the right way. Just... be cautious." That was really the most that Saraf could say because there were so many dangers out there in the deserts of Oba. There were so many dangers from the beasts, the bandits, the weather, a lack of water, anything and everything could be a potential threat."

"Klaas?" Saraf thought over it for a moment before he gave a slow shake of his head, "I don't think that is a name that I know." He gave a humming sound before he looked away from the woman thinking on it for a moment. Did the Alkidike have sons? He couldn't really say that he knew all that much about save for what he learned during the war against them. Even then what he'd learned was mostly about the Extremists before they were banished from the mainland.

As she asked about a map he gave a thoughtful sound and said, "I... am not sure. It depends on if there is a map maker about. You will want to search the bigger cities for that sort of thing."

"Huh?" That was... strange. Why would an Alkidike want to adopt an Oban as their child? It was something that he tried to wrap his head around, finding it for a moment difficult... until he thought back to Issaly. His mother had been only too happy to adopt him into their family before he and his brother decided to cut and run. A thought that he brushed aside as he didn't want to think about it. He'd decided that he didn't want to be angry at Issaly any longer... though if he ran across the brother he might give him a punch for good measure. Giving a bit of a sigh he said, "Just be careful with that sort of thing. It can come back to bite you." Or cause you to be the one that lashed out he thought to himself as he gave a little whistle, "Grane. Come."

The big, silver beast walked over to him he set to work putting the big back of water skin on the janarim's back. Once it was secure he gave him a pat on the neck, "Good boy."

Turning back to the woman as she asked him about kids he gave a shake of his head in the negative, "I do not." Not that it wasn't something he thought on from time to time if only because his mother was in a rush to see him married off... but it wasn't really something he put a lot of time into. It was more her wanting grandchildren then it was Saraf wanting them presently. Curiously he asked, "How many do you have? You seem as though you're taking in at least a few strays?"

Not exactly what he meant, meaning the woman must be too optimistic to consider that any of her children could turn on her. That or maybe they were just good kids as opposed to someone like Isaris? Hard to say really since he had no idea about her situation, as such he felt he should keep such thoughts to himself. Instead he merely gave a smile and said, "Maybe one day. Especially if my mother has any say in the matter."

As the woman started to describe his children he couldn't help but to stare, "Huh... that many...?" More then Saraf could really think about wanting. He'd thought it was crazy that his friend Nuri had ended up with a trio of them but five? That was so many, but to each their own. It wasn't for Saraf at the moment but if it made her happy then that was what mattered, right?

As she mentioned her adopted children being from Oba and Matori and that it was the reason she knew of Saraf's Gods and Goddesses he gave a nod of his head, "I see... huh..." It was interesting that she even cared. Since she was their mother she could have tried to teach them whatever she wanted. Instead she learned of their beliefs for their sake. It was unexpected... but he supposed it proved that she wasn't one of the crazy ones among her tribe, that much was for certain. Not that she could have exactly been one given that was still here and not banished he supposed.

"I see. My mother felt the same way a while back when it came to little birds that fell out of their nest and needing looked after. It must be a womanly thing, huh?" Maybe it was as she said, she was a mother so she couldn't turn away those who were in need. His own mother must have felt the same because she'd done exactly what this woman had done. It had to be a woman thing because he couldn't say that he ever saw strays and wanted to pick them up... well, not exactly. Giving them a play in the outcast unit, sure, but not as one of his children. Was that just his version of taking care of strays?

Shaking his head as he made a circle around Grane, making sure that everything was in place and all of the straps on his packs and saddle were secure he turned back to the Alkidike woman, "The best way to learn...?" He thought on it a moment and said, "The marketplace is a good first step and if you're strong and not easily intimidated, the tavern. You can learn a lot from the gossip in such places."

"Perhaps." He might not be ready now but maybe sometime in the future if he were to find the right person for him... or his mother somehow got him married off without him knowing it. Not a plan he would put passed her if she thought that she could get away with.

"I wish you luck with your journey to the marketplace." As she mentioned that he'd have to let her meet his children were he to have them he gave a slow nod. He supposed he could allow that. Not as though he plan on having them any time soon so it seemed as though it were safe for him to agree to such a thing. Giving her a glance he said, "I need to be heading back to my unit. Do you know how to get to the closest town from where we are now?" Best he made sure of that before he left her here alone.

Saraf closed his eyes for a moment, looking at the mental map that he had in his head after a long time roaming this area of the desert before he opened them again. Turning he pointed in the direction that Sulburi was located, "That way is Sulburi. That place should be big enough that you should be able to find yourself a map and the gossip you need." He moved his arm slightly and said, "Just a little ways North West is a place called Orrod. It's not as big but still big enough that it could suit your needs as well. Mostly depends which direction your going in."

As she thanked him for the advice he gave a shrug of one shoulder, as though it wasn't anything all that big that he'd done. She then told him that if he ever needed anything to 'feel free to ask' and he said, "I will keep it in mind." Though he didn't think that it was help he would end up needing. Still, best not to dismiss the help when it might be useful later.

Climbing up onto Grane's back he said, "It's been interesting. Do be careful out there." He then gave his beast a nudge, turning him back toward where camp was located. He'd spent more then enough time chatting and it was best that he got back before a search party was sent after him and the water... though mostly the water since it couldn't take care of itself he thought himself, a hint of a smile on his lips as he rode off.