Moga island is a very remote location placed on the edge of existence. The tribe that inhabits the village are very friendly and usually. Have the Argosy visit to trade goods and commodities. Villagers frequently gather materials from within the woods located on the island as well as take to the sea in their fishing boats. They occasionally come across treasures as well as monsters both within the wooded areas as well as the sea. Life is simple and calm, that was until the earthquakes.

"Wait, did you say Moga Village?" I ask the guild master who was the head of Port Tanzia, a small bustling hub that houses hunters and traders alike. Being a central island and main hun for a vast section of the world, it is the perfect gathering place for those who wish to travel all around the great land masses. In charge of it all, especially the hunters, is the impish wyverian guild master.

The old looking man had a twinkle in his eye when he saw my shocked expression. "That's right kid, you're going home. Now, and listen very carefully, you'll be over there for quite some time. The Chief wants to make sure the threats are officially out of the way and dealt with. He has submitted reports of a Lagiacrus in the area which is the main cause for concern. Having someone who knows that area in and out will be an asset to them. You think you're up to the task?

I listen carefully as the guild master spoke, my initial frazzle net slowly growing to fear. Once he was finished and waiting for my response, I clear my throat. "Will They be notified that it will be me that's arriving?"

"Not unless you tell me to or you do so yourself." His expression remained as still and calm as water, not a single ripple showed what laid below the surface.

I nod my understanding and sign the agreement that laid in front of him, showing my approval of the quest at hand. "Then they shall know that a hunter is on their way."

A huge smile spread across the wyverian's face. "Excellent! I shall establish a ferry right away with the most top-notch sailors. You will be leaving as soon as it's ready. Don't forget to pack whatever you need into the ferry before leaving." He waved as I was leaving the Guild Tavern, but also muttered a few words to himself that he didn't think I heard. "Oh Bagda, your little shoot is finally blooming."

I received word that the ferry would be leaving at high-moon that evening, not leaving me much time to prepare and pack. I made sure to prepare my twelve unique weapons as well as a few basic necessities such as potions and steaks.

Behind me, a grumble caught my attention. As I turned around, the sight of a melynx with brown spiky fur on his head greeted me with an irritated expression. "Took you long enough to notice me. I am Neko, the overseer of the ferry services. I came to see if you're ready for departure. We only have a few more minutes left before it's time to leave." I took a closer look at the feline as he spoke. He sported a small vest that hung open with puffy flowing sailor pants and a sword strapped to his back. A small delicate fishbone necklace hung over his chest.

I clear my throat and nod my head. "I just need to get these chests into the hull of the boat and we will be on our way Captain."

Neko smiled a big toothy grin. "Purrfect, then I shall see you on the ship." Without a moment's notice, I grabbed both chests and made my way towards the ship.

Many hunters call them ferries, but these strong vessels could hold their own against many of the dangers that lurk under the waves they travel so often. It wasn't very often that you would hear of ferries losing their passengers to a leviathan attack while on their way towards a quest, nor when transporting them between the many parts of the world.

Neko smiled as I approached the ship and waved me to hurry. "We won't have all night! We have a schedule to uphold here!" I hurried as best as I could, already overburdened with the two chests in my arms. Once my feet stepped fully onto the ship, it started to set sail towards my new adventure. Being very inexperienced with sailing, I stagger a little trying to keep my balance. This only made the lynian chuckle to himself. "Trying to get your sea legs are ye?"

"Yeah, I was a very young girl the first and last time I was on a boat. Either way, these things should be going to the hull if I want to make sure they get to their destination in one piece." He nods me away and goes about tending to the sails and ropes. Once everything is put away in their proper place, I travel back up on deck. When I am greeted again by Neko, I am shocked at the view that I am greeted to. Just behind is was the full extent of Port Tanzia with its bustling market and grand walkway towards the hunters guild. I walked that path every day, yet it seemed more surreal from a distance.

The captain brushed his tail against my leg to awaken me from my dazed expression. "I know, it's a very purretty sight to behold. Mind you, Moga Island is also a wonder in and of itself. You ever been?"

I smile to myself as I turn the other way to look out at the vast ocean ahead of us. "It's where I was born, but I didn't stay there for too long. My father had to travel a lot and he thought it would be better if we lived on Tanzia instead of Moga. I don't even know if anyone will recognize me."

Neko's eyes furrowed with either worry or confusion. He shrugged to himself and hopped back behind the wheel. His expression soon changed to fright. "I don't like the look of those waves."

Rising and falling in great swells, the ocean soon became choppy and angry. I clung to the side of the boat to keep a hold of the unsteady vessel under my feet in some way. As I take a brief glance below the waves, I could swear there was a large leviathan swimming quickly below us, making its way towards our destination. A large crashing sound came from below as I saw the tail of the creature slip out of sight following its body. "Stay calm! We're almost there! You should go check the hull to see if there has been any damage or leaking."

I quickly calm myself an dash for the hull, my stomach flipping as the ship crests the larger waves. As soon as I opened the door, I instantly knew that we were hit.

Taking a deep breath I dive down into the hull to check exactly where the hole is located. It took me a few minutes to find exactly where the water was coming from, and even longer to try and find something to block the hole. The only item in the hull large enough was my provisions chest. With all my might, I dragged the heavy chest over and slid it right on top of the hole, stopping it until we are able to head onto land. I quickly rose up to the surface for air, relief washing over my mind and body that I managed to get the job done.

Neko's tail was lashing about behind him as I rose above deck, his eyes fixated on the horizon. "That oversized fish better watch out, or else he will have to feel the rath-of-meow! Nobody sinks my boat!" He shakes himself and then looks over to me. "I take it you managed to stop the leak?" I nod my head. "Good, we are a few moments away from shore. I will have to stay in their port for a day or two to get my boat back in shape."

"I can try and help you with that Neko." I offer, not knowing too much about fixing ships but eager to help in some way.

He shook his head and pointed a claw towards the looming silhouette of the island we were approaching. "Your business is there lass, I can't take you away from your duty to the guild. If you do manage to find some tasty fish on your journey I will be more than welcome to exchange them for future travels."

"I will keep that in mind." The rest of the trip was spent in silence as the island slowly grew larger. Before hitting port, I went back down to the hull to grab my weapons chest. I felt behind my provisions, knowing full well that the captain needed to right his ship before I took that critical seal away. Neko chose a port that was currently unoccupied and set down his anchor. From this side of the port, I was able to see that many if not all of the village people were crowding around the central area of the village. I gave Neko a wave of thanks before making my way towards the crowd.

Once getting closer, their voices could be heard. "Another earthquake? And so soon after our previous one?" one of the women of the village said to another, a small child by her side.

"Yes, usually we have a few weeks if not a month before having an earthquake of this size. This time it has only been a few days." The woman's friend remarked, her eyes full of worry.

"Tell me about it, our fishing vessels haven't made it back from their trip. They should have been back yesterday."

"Plus the Argosy hasn't visited in quite some time either."

I make mental notes of their gossip as I make my way through the crowd. As I do so, their eyes quickly glance me over and their conversations start to silence. It wasn't until I manage to get to the centre of the crowd that I found the people that I was looking for.

An elderly man in a loincloth and shawl was sitting on a stump smoking a pipe. His long white hair was pulled up into a bun on his head while sporting a matching moustache and beard. On his neck rested a necklace made out of flying wyvern teeth. Beside him was a younger man with spiky black hair and full of vigour. Both sported matching stern gazes. Their eyes fell upon me and they too silenced themselves. The younger man looked at me with shock that slowly turned to what I could only describe as malice. The elderly man greeted my eyes with a smile and curiosity.

It was the village chief that said the first words to me. "Well, if it isn't Kewa. Welcome home."