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You reach the bottom of the stairs where the stone walls open into a huge chamber. In the center of the chamber is a huge statue of a Solarian. It is perfectly sculpted and looks as if it could come to life. In the stone hands is a beautifully wrought metal short sword laced with magical runes. At the base of the statue in untouched lettering are words in your language: King Aras Valkova.

For a moment, you stare at it with astonishment. The journey here has covered you in dirt. Your skin, hair, and clothing are filthy, but you spent some time staring into a mirror at Talandor's hideout, getting used to your own face again.

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