Noctisardor Bypass boy or man

The one who came was older than her—a large, bulky male. This reassured her. She took in his scars and something within her settled, for now.

“Mahler. I am Ellora. I have traveled far and wish to join your ranks, if you will have me. Winter is coming. I can fight and hunt, and track the lay of the land. I offer you these skills in return for sanctuary. But I would know something of you and yours, first.” She stood and waited, proud but unassuming.