The Sea of Shifting Sand [R-18]

"How long until we reach the main stream?" Rune asked.

His question was directed at Xena. He would have asked Vara if not for the fact that she seemed intensely focused on reading the paths. He figured it was better to leave her be.

"We are still quite far from what I remember," Xena responded.

While she had more combat experience as the royal guard captain, Vara apparently had more experience with the sea of shifting sands, specifically. Xena explained that while most people avoided the region, Vara alone chose to frequent it of her own will, even going so far as to venture out alone. Xena herself only became so knowledgeable due to having to accompany the first princess on her outings. If not for Vara, she probably would have avoided the place just like all of the rest.