Bearclaw Valley contorno

She was right, then. This girl was self-taught. Impressive as that was - it meant that Arielle might have the wrong idea about some plants or treatments, or maybe some bad habits, and depending on how ingrained they were in the style of the healer's work, Stryx would have to make her unlearn them.

Some plants only express healing qualities after being soaked. Some of them even require warm water, such as from a hot spring, versus a cold river. It was something learned over many years; it helped that Stryx came from a commune of people whose whole life revolved around such knowledge.

If there is an abundance of a certain herb then, maybe I would prescribe eating them. Making poultices. In leaner times I find it easier to extend supplies by using tinctures instead.

Another thought came to her as she spoke these things, and after a breath she adds, It would help with regulating doses and efficacy as well. If I were to take a lot of that bark there, she motions to the white strip of birch skin and then soak it for a day or two, the water would have a concentration of pain relief qualities. It might take only a sip or two to be effective, versus making someone chew for a lesser effect.

It was a lot to speak about; Stryx had never been a fan of teaching, or having to speak at length about anything, but she found some lingering enjoyment while watching Arielle grasp at these seemingly simple concepts.