Village Commission!

Nestled between rolling fields and patches of woodland, Budak Village was a modest settlement of dozens of houses, their thatched roofs weathered by time. At the village entrance, a carriage stood parked, surrounded by a gathering of villagers; men, women, the elderly, and even children, all dressed in simple cloth garments. Their expressions carried a mix of anticipation and worry.

As the carriage door swung open, an elderly man with half-white hair stepped down, greeted instantly by relieved voices.

"Village Chief, you've finally returned!"

The crowd surged forward as more figures climbed out of the carriage; two middle-aged men, their clothes stained with dried blood.

A woman in her forties gasped sharply, rushing toward them. "Stark! Nezer! Are you alright?" Her hands trembled as she brushed against their tunics, fingers grazing over the faded crimson stains.