Redsand Canyon sententia

germanicus did not smile but the humour showed in his eyes.

"a reluctant leader is the sort of individual you want at the helm, tierra. ambition has ruined many a good wolf."

but tierra's youth might inspire mereo in a different way.

"reyson has reached the top of your cohort. he has two trades and works toward mastery. a finishing trip to akashingo is the final requirement."

he paused. "you may travel to the mesa any time, but this is formal. you would go with the intention to represent yourself there as if you were already an officer."

his yellow eyes were thoughtful.

"if you truly wish to join leadership, tierra, then i rank you as praefectus now. continue toward a second role and i will send you to akashingo the end of spring."