I, Rufus, have made it a practice lately to ride out from Landfall Castle and patrol throughout the great forest. Last time I rode eastward. Where I would normally turn back after a day or so, something urged me to continue this time. I rode through the forest and reached a coastline. I gazed eastward through the fog, and saw an unsuspected sight.
There in the distance was an island. That's not the surprising part though. I recognized the island's coast How could that be? I hadn't patrolled here before. Then it struck me - it looked like the coast of Ember Shoals!
My curiosity was piqued. I rode along the coast until I found a small, abandoned boat. I clambered aboard and set out. Landing upon this strange yet familiar shore, I strode inland. The landmarks were familiar. I kept going until I crossed some farmlands, apparently ravaged by war. Then in the distance I saw it. Standing upon a dominating hill lay the ruins of once-proud Heron Hall, home to the Wardens! I don't know how it managed to end up off the coast of Caligo, but it was truly there. This was no dream!
I rushed back to Landfall Castle and reported the news. Now that I can reach Ember Shoals I intend to return, and find out what happened to my home.
