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Night came early to Northrend. It was always this way, before the Lich King made it his home, but now, darkness seemed to choke the light out earlier and earlier. The people who lived there managed to keep it at bay with many fires, but looking out in the darkness, they knew there was something forbidding out a few dared to travel alone at night. Among them, was Avinair , Paladin of Kingdoms of Stormwind. Around him the darkness could not penetrate, like it was afraid to touch him, because his light was so was considered to represent the best of Stormwind and of the Paladins that came from there. He was a fierce and cunning warrior, likely to use his wits as well as his strength, making him a formidable opponent in battle. This was tempered by a compassionate nature, which more than not stayed his hand from a killing blow, and lended help to those in need. Nor was he boastful and arrogant, like most of paladins become, he was as modest and humble as a monk, and treated everyone as equals.
He was not overly righteous, he partook of drink and company, be it male or female, Human, Night Elf, Dwarf, Gnome or Draenai, but was not lecherous. He chose his partners with great care, was honest when not interested, not forceful when he was. Many had felt attracted not only to his warm nature, but his handsome face framed by short dark hair. His eyes were a light blue and build was athletic and graceful. But he had settled on any partner, seeking only the occasional recreation, for he was far too committed to his was why he was here, in this land of darkness. The Dragonblight was littered with the bones of numerous dragons, danger and evil lurked here. He was searching for an ally who had disappeared, and even though there were many who would choose to work for higher goals, like those in Icecrown, Avinair believed in protecting the innocent and his had followed freshly etched footprints in the snow , carefully watching the skies for the terrifying undead wyms. Although not a great tracker, he could at least follow the narrow footprints that were easily distinguished as a Night elf . Luckily there had been no snow, but now the sky threatened to let loose, so he had to find him the sky darkened and the first flakes began to fall, he heard something, a voice off to his right, some distance away. He stopped his horse and waited, in perfect stillness. The voice sounded demonic and cold . Baron Frostfel, he thought and his eyes narrowed. Then a commotion, shouts and the rustling of trees, followed by a short yell and the sounds of a seconds hesitation, he turned his horse and plunged into the woods off the path towards the sound. The noises were definitely a fight and he could see the two now. He saw him now, a strong and skillful Night elf warrior clashing his jagged blade against a dark rune forged one. He leaped off his mount and into the fray!. As the Deathknight turned to meet his blade he was knocked cold on the ground by the warrior's shield .
The Deathknight jumped back up with an uppercut from below. But was parried by Avinair's sword. Baron Frostfel roared in anger and swung his blade at the two again, but he was stopped instantly as a bolt of holy energy stuck him square in the chest .He fell on his knees and with one blow to the head with the Night elf's shield, he was unconscious . "wondering when you'd catch up" the night elf spoke, . " I told you to wait for reinforcements from wintergarde" the paladin said irritably. "you know I love a good fight" the elf spoke with a short laugh. "Come on Garwin lets get this guy back to Wintergarde Keep for interrogation." "Avinair, are you sure this guy wiped out an entire brigade of soldiers?, he went down with little of a fight." "we'll find out soon enough." "Evancsense and Anwyn said they'd meet us inside the Inn." grunted the Paladin as he hefted the servant of the Lich King on his mount.
Wintergarde keep inn,
"when will they get here?" the young Warlock impatiently whispered to her friend.
"Calm down Eva, you know Garwin and Avinair can handle themselves out there."
"Its not that I'm talking about, I need a good drink and Avinair has the gold". she said with a smirk. The night elf rolled her eyes at the comment. She then noticed to figures at the door, one a human the other a night elf . The two walked over to the table they were at. "whoa you guys look like crap" said the Warlock sitting in her chair leaning back on it's legs. "nice to see you too Eva " replied the exhausted paladin slumping in his chair. "how was interrogation report ?" Anwyn said ,changing the subject. "Not good "Garwin answered sternly." He is very loyal to Arthas and is also very enduring".
There was a long silence , Avinair was staring very hard into his half empty mug,
Lost in thought. "Avinair stay at the keep I need someone to stay here incase our attack on the Wrath Gate fails and the Scourge pushes forward." "But, I can help!" "Lord Bolvar I can Fight!
"Avinair it's not that I doubt your skills in combat, I trust you to push back and command the counter attack." "yes sir" "now, let the vengeance of Lorderon begin.".. "Avinair, Avinair"!" what, sorry I was thinking" he replied. " Are your sure you feel alright?" Anwyn asked
Concerned." "yeah, yeah I'm fine I just need some rest" he said rubbing his temples.
While Avinair trotted upstairs to his room the others continued their conversation .
"Is he Going to be all right? " .. "He'll be fine 'Eva' he just needs some rest."
Anwyn looked to Garwin questionably, "Any idea why he's been so ..Distant?"
"Not a clue" he said shaking his head. There was another long silence. Evancsense let out a short yawn and said "I think I'm off to bed, Goodnight" she gave a short wave and walked up the stairs to her room.
It was just the two Elfs left at their table. The feeling of exhaustion ebbing away at Garwin " 'An' have you had any luck in finding the High Elf mage who went missing?"
She let out a deep sigh. "no… I'm afraid she has been taken by Malygos's forces"
"why is she so important again?," taking another sip out of his mug. "She was a mage who's powers rivals Lady Proudmore's, and she is Archmage Rhonin's Daughter"
She said with urgency . Garwin nearly spit out his ale, "what!, Anwyn shook her head
Solemnly. " If we don't find her the Blue Dragonflight will use her to destroy Azeroth" Garwin stood up and turned to look out the window in thought. "The Kirin Tor is requesting help from both sides and they're paying well, ..Gar what do you think?" Garwin let out a deep sigh." First thing tomorrow we all go after her " realizing how urgent the situation is. "First we need some sleep" the young Priestess said stretching her arms. She went up to her room silently. Garwin soon followed.
Wintergarde Keep Inn,
Next morning
Tossing and turning Avinair was being hunted by his old memories, Death to the Scourge! and Death to the Living!!….
Knock knock there was a soft pounding at the door. "Avinair wake up"! came from the familiar voice of Evanescence "Garwin wants us
Down at the high elf astronomy building" "yeah hold on" he said groggily, rubbing is eyes.
Once fully dressed he walked into the freezing morning. He followed the path to the High Elven structure. He arrived at the entrance to see his companions wearing all their gear. "good morning Avi" Anwyn said with a smile. He returned the greeting and the meeting with the Kirn Tor started.
A high elven mage with short platinum blonde hair spoke first, "Lady Windruner's last known location was west of here." Another mage stepped forward," the best place to look would be Coldarra." Garwin spoke up, "The Wyrmwrest Accord stated that no mortals are aloud to enter." The First mage spoke again , "We have spoken to the Dragon Queen about it and she has given us Permission." "What about other search parties?" asked Avinair. "There are parties of other Kirin Tor mages and the Wyrmwrest Accord working in Coldarra, he let out a short sigh "There are also parties of Horde in the surrounding area." Commander Halford Wyrmbane took over the conversation.
"We have specially geared Gryphons readied for your travel." "we wish you all luck."
The meeting was over after he said that. The group of adventurers walked out of the building and stopped shortly outside it.
"We will each take a gryphon and head west Anwyn and I will be up front, while Evanescence and Avinair cover the rear." the others nodded in agreement and saddled up onto their individual mounts. With less then five beats of the beast's wings they were leaving the safety of the Keep and heading west.
TO BE continued…
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