Duskfire Glacier Nukak

The older brother understood all too well. He had communicated his own desires with their parents, had shared his spirit’s path and told them that he would not remain in their village. It had still filled him with surmounting sadness. Each step he had taken from the snowy tundra had left a mark on his heart. When he had journeyed further than he had ever before, he had all but sobbed for the loss of his loved ones. It was a telling sign that Tuulu was able to leave without it showing in his soul.

Perhaps one day we might send a messenger to them, to tell them you are safe and that you are with family. For now, let us find food and eat together, Issorartuyok said with a smile. He nudged his young brother on the shoulder and began to lead him toward one of his caches. He was grateful Eldritch had showed him good places for digging the earth and creating stores. It meant they did not have to suffering while the sick prey was being culled.

We have scented illness in the deer near here. Perhaps you and I could hunt the sick ones. I have a young apprentice who would do well to learn how to hunt with others, the older Tatkret suggested.