The bard continues to mock Drakax, saying, “Next time, remember it’s spelled S-H-A-M-A-N. Perhaps I’ll quiz you to confirm you learnt your lesson.”
HIPPO WHY
Absolutely dingus
“Enough, no more games.”
In the miraculous event of one of your comrades’ unexpected fall, a bard delivers an exceptionally moving performance.
“W-wait what just happened.”
Drakax doesn’t look as embarrasing being naked in scales, he eyes towards the bard as he’s reading the far away prey
“Give back my clothes and we will be on our way. We’re done here.”
Rick and Drakax exchange clothes.
Oh dear, but I cannot permit your departure just yet. Considering your loss in the entirely fair and unmanipulated contest, you are obliged to assist me in restoring my fame now! That was our agreed-upon wager, if you recall—the double or nothing.
“In case you haven’t noticed, we’re already on our quest. After that, we will do your quest.”
(Can I convince that guy for this?)
Behold, I have a plan. As I mentioned earlier, I am a court bard. A bard of royal stature, in fact. Coincidentally, I am aware of a nearby “court” that is currently plagued by a Dragon. Can you fathom it? Valiant adventurers, accompanied by their amiable bard, vanquishing the dragon! That would make for a splendid ballad for me to perform. I shall entitle it “Toss A Coin To Your Witcher.” The name is a work in progress, naturally.
“That wasn’t as bad I expected.”
“It was gratifying.”
(Hippo damn you, imagine dragonslaying instead playing death event with rock paper scissors)
Naturally, you may retain possession of the dragon’s lifeless remains. However, it is important to note that you will be legally obligated to forfeit all royalties and monetary gains derived from a) YouTube, b) Spotify, and c) performances in taverns.
“I don’t know what this means, but the way I understand is that you have dragon problem, you earn the fame by having epic tale of song that pay you back in return for what we did apparently.”
Precisely.
Draxax look around towards the escorted folk “How far are you needing to go?”
Without your presence, our entry into the town will be rendered impossible. Nevertheless, we still have time until the conclusion of the harvest festival.