[F21 | R8 Blacksmith] The Knight Shift (Open)

[Morrigan 0]

'Yes.' Morrígan kept her features controlled, but she was surprised that someone had made the connection between her name and the myths and legends of old. 'My father is a historian, specifically in old Eurocentric anthropological exploration. He had... interesting hobbies and avenues of research.'

Her voice had hesitated only briefly as she considered her words. In truth, her father had been near obsessive with the periods and histories, purchasing anything that could be related to Nordic, Germanic or British Isle ancients, often far above fair prices.

'It's not often that someone makes the correlation between the name and it's origins. You must be well versed and familiar with such stories yourself.' The smith had turned towards the craft of hammer, anvil and creation. She watched, in a measure of patience and engrossment as the form of the shield came to being. The piece presented to her was a perfect representation of the request she had made, and as it was handed over she found herself pausing at the smith's words.

'It has long been inscribed into my teaching and upbringing that an action taken must be met with a reaction; that a request must be met with remuneration in kind.' Her expression had been serious as she had spoken, a look that was well practiced over decades of upbringing. But it broke as she let a welcomed smile through the facade. 'But, I was also taught to welcome a gift given in earnest, especially one crafted by a master of their trade.'

She collected the shield, testing it's weight and balance and finding it a perfect fit for herself. Giving a curtsy which carried far more refinement than her original greeting, she gave a final smile to the smith before taking her leave. 'I shall return once I'm in need of further equipment - but do not think that I will take gifts every time I visit. Next order shall be paid in full, and I'll heed no countenance to my declarations.'

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Morrígan picks up Raven Shield.

Raven Shield | T1 Perfect Shield | Paralyze I | Thorns II
A simple kite shield which contains a purple facing behind a black raven's silhouette. Two pairs of straps, clearly designed for tying to arm or back, line the inside of the shield's form.
Crafting ID: 239432
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