As she traversed the endless dunes, Arin encountered countless dangers: treacherous sand worms, marauding bandits, and treacherous mirages. Finally, after weeks of traveling, she stumbled upon the entrance to the Aspid's lair.
"What can be broken, but never held? What can be given, but never sold?" piercedaspid
As Arin drew near, the Pierced Aspid opened its eyes, piercing her very soul. Arin explained her sister's illness and her desire to save her. The Aspid regarded her calmly, then spoke in a low, rumbling voice: As she traversed the endless dunes, Arin encountered