Role

Chapter 4

Xoltrindar of Barovia,
I am but a mortal, ancient one, but I aspire to be more, as you
once did. I do not know what you desire in your existence, but
we stem from the same source, and so I believe I can relate to
you more than most who draw breath through living lungs. To
presume to "know" you is far too arrogant, and I am too old for
the arrogant games of youth. But I do seek to know you, and
understand all that you have come to learn. I can provide you
with knowledge of the world that is now...the world beyond the
shadows of Barovia. Many things have come to pass since you
walked the earth as a mortal, and these things might interest
you. I am willing to take that gamble. I am willing to do what-
ever it takes.

Ithzaruul of Hamsah Mu'tazz, Warlock of the Imperial Court