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Rubbing the back of her neck uncomfortably, Erionda's toe caught on an outcrop of rock sticking out of the sand. Cursing as she tried to swallow against the dryness of her throat. How could she have been so stupid as to forget to bring more water. The books her father had left Erionda, warned her of the comforts and discomforts of choosing the Aiskala clan. She had thought they were exaggerations, or particular to her father alone. Perhaps it was genetic, in the end Erionda had learned that she dehydrated out in the sands of Eowyn faster than any other landmass.

Rubbing her throat uncomfortably, part of her was thankful she had left her Drakein companions back at home. They would be well protected from the heat. Thrusting her hand to cover her eyes, Erionda winced against a dust storm. She had learned quickly as a child not to lick her lips as she walked across the desert. No matter how dry and uncomfortable they felt, she would only end up swallowing mouthfuls of sand at best and intensify blisters at the worst. The small grains of sand that stuck to her lips, face and eyelashes gave slight protection against the sun while her hair added the rest.

Lifting the flask free from her belt, flicking the cap open Erionda took what was left of the swig of water. She was close to home and would no doubt make it. The rocky face offered protection for her house against the sand. She had thought the idea of building in Eowyns sandy ground insane. Later during the studies her father and mother had left behind, Rio had stumbled upon a small key. Curious to know more she had learned it belonged to a house on Aisko. Wherever that was.

Glancing at the slightly open door of her home Erionda's eye's narrowed. She was sure that door had been closed before she left for her trip to Ayr. Sneezing against a buildup of sand, Erionda pushed into her house.

A deep throaty growl resounded from the roof of the building. Uassae had been disturbed from his slumber by some strange noises around his home. Tilting his head to the side, listening intently Uassae's blue eyes narrowed. The sounds didn't match Lanzecki or Erionda. Shifting to push himself onto his feet, giving a shake to send off the remaining slumber from his body. Shifting to the edge he took flight towards the ground. The sight of an unfamiliar Drakein sent bristling shivers down his spine.

"Stop there." Uassae barked defensively.

Erionda spun around at the sound of a cheery whistle. Stopping dead in her tracks. Had Lanzecki been outside playing? Not up in his balcony with Uassae sleeping? Tilting her head to the side quizzically Erionda moved swiftly towards the front door. Jumping as her mismatched eyes settled on the head of a blue Drakein. She could hear Uassae's voice in the distance and relaxed a little. Her companion was already aware of the strangers presence. Had he been the one to open her front door? Timidly Erionda pushed her feet forward towards the door.

Picking up her double edged sword from where it rested against the door frame, Erionda emerged from the house. Her mismatched eyes grazing over Lazuli, gripping the hilt of her sword defensively. It was rare visitors came, and when they did trouble often followed. Holding her hair back with her free hand Erionda recognized the passive posture of the blue Drakein. It didn't seem like it wanted to attack. The young Hybrid tilted her head to the side at the mention of wanting to say hello. Wild Drakein she had met didn't speak before attacking. So either this one was a one of a kind Feral and rather unique. OR.

One pale voilet eye and one ice blue eye searched the area until they settled upon Maslin. OR, he was bonded. Erionda smiled lightly. Her mind facinated with the beasts speech. Other than Uassae no other Drakein she had met had spoken a word. Keeping her sword lowered towards the ground Erionda relaxed her grip visibly. Her eyes still watching the man before her. It wasn't often Dovaa crossed her path. Turning her multi colored eyes away from him Erionda looked Uassae over before returning back through the door she had come.

Let them in Uassae, I am sure Lankecki is inside if I call on him. I'll help the Dovaa find his way home. The quicker we do that the quicker he can be gone. Keep an eye out though. I don't know if he's just pretending so I'll lower my guard to be killed.

Snorting irritably Uassae muttered. "Appears you have permission to enter. But don't try anything." With a great swoop of his wings Uassae removed himself from the immediate view.

Inside the house Erionda was carefully lifting her bare sword up onto the two small pegs on the wall. She had yet to find a good protective sheath for it, and didn't want the sand causing damage to her precious weapon.

Moving away from the wall to view the two visitors, Erionda nodded with a half smile. "Welcome." Moving to a large barrel of water off to the side of the room, Rio withdrew two glasses of cool water. A bonus to her clan, she could always make water cold enough to be refreshing. "I assume in this heat you enjoy your water cold?" Erionda's voice had come off more of a statement then a question. The hybrid offered a seat to Maslin as she smiled at Lazuli.

"Uassae is protective, and trusts very little. Give him some time, he may open up and surprise you." Turning to a few shelves on the far end of the room away from the barrel, she approached a large shelf. Drawing a book and several scrolls. Shifting back towards the table Erionda took a seat. "Directions may cost something in return. Especially from a Dovaa."

Pulling open the first scroll, Erionda's eyes shifted towards Maslin. "I need information on where I can find a smith to ma-" The apprentice found her words falling short as a soft questioning croon filled the room.

Lanzecki's small pale gray head partially poked around the corner to view the room's inhabitants. Unsure if it was safe to enter with two unfamiliar guests. His grey green eyes studied the room carefully before he entered. He head lowered as he approached Erionda with a soft Chirup. Laying his head on her lap. Gaining an affectionate rub in return.

Lanzecki gave a soft whistle in return to Lazuli's. The larger Drakein didn't often pay much attention to him, and he had willingly granted them the same response. Lifting his two front paws under his chin as Erionda continued to pet the top of his head. His eyes rolling closed. He was far more interested in Erionda's attention.

Ah, so he wasn't just another Dovaa out hunting her for some reward. She had heard of such postings within the local town. Most had failed to find her or trap her and only rumor of her existence was really know. In order to get into the town, Erionda had to hide herself under her cloak. Many assumed she was a Dovaa with her horns the only thing's they could see.

Tilting her head to the side Erionda wordlessly studied the young man before her. Turning her gaze towards Lazuli before turning back again with a dejected sigh. Rolling up a single scroll, Erionda moved to stand up against Lanzecki's protesting creel. No one would lie about being a hybrid. It was considered an insult to their race. She had learned that lesson on Serenia.

Downing the glass of water Erionda returned to fill it again. "Must be Orderite. You're far to light to be Oblivionite." Laying the scroll against the edge of the table as she sat down again. Erionda opened another scroll, taking a sip of her water. "Where is it you're trying to go?"

"The closest docks." Erionda mused. The hybrid reached towards the center of the table and pulled an inkjar and quill towards her. Securing the open scroll the hybrid began drawing a detailed map of the area. "Taliuma lays just to the south of here. It's a half days journey on foot. That's the closest port to here. I'm sure you're aware to keep a watchful eye as you move through the area? Kiandri are flourishing this time of year. And hide quite well in the sands especially after a storm."

Lanzecki gave a chattering trill at the mention of a storm and moved his head up closer to Erionda's chin. Sending images and messages through the bond. Erionda's eyes flickered down towards the keinling, then to the window. Pausing as she was asked several questions.

Placing a cap on the ink jar. Erionda moved it towards it's previous location. Her elbow resting on the edge of the table. Her chin in the palm of her hand. Casually looking Maslin over Erionda blinked before speaking. "Erionda, it's my name. As for why I live out here alone, well..." Erionda's eyes moved towards the window with a cold stare. "The demonic dragons killed my parents, left me with a maid. I thought she cared, until I found the true reasons behind her actions. She and Aquon wanted to control me." Her hands balled into fists as she spoke.

"As for why I'm searching for a smith." Erionda's mismatched eyes moved towards her sword along the wall. "I need a shield. And a good one. When I had the choice of weapons, against Ytauya and Aquon's wishes I chose a sword instead of a staff. The sword is strong and swift. But I need a shield to balance out the attack and defense."

Pulling some sand from a jar beside the ink pot, the hybrid sprinkled it over the ink. Lanzecki shifted off with a warning chirp before scooting upstairs.

Blowing the sand off the paper, checking to make sure the ink was completely dry the Hybrid looked up. She glanced him over before turning to look at the bonded Drakein beside him. Shrugging she turned her eyes back to Maslin. "I have metal in the back of the house, I'm not sure how useful it is. Or even if the quality is that great. But you're welcome to it. If you would rather I can guide you through a safe path to the docks. Kiandri don't bother me here. They fear me."

Mismatched eyes watched the Drakein. Her mind wondering just what kind of clan it belonged too. Just because it was blue didn't mean it was a Peisio. Sometimes colors were deceiving. His personality was very different from either Lanzecki or Uassae, it was almost welcoming to see a difference. She gave the Drakein a warm smile, standing up she moved towards the cupboards to find a piece of meat to offer Lazuli. "I do like designs." Erionda mused finally pulling out the meat and holding her hand out. "Is it alright to offer him this?" Erionda asked of Maslin. Her weakness towards the Drakein species evident as she searched the Peisio over.